January 2024 brings an exciting lineup of new titles to Xbox Game Pass, promising a diverse range of experiences for a variety of subscribers. From the eerie corridors of Close to the Sun to the Viking raids in Assassin's Creed Valhalla and the zombie-infested streets of Raccoon City in Resident Evil 2, there's something for everyone in this month's offerings.

Starting the year on a high note, Microsoft has announced eight new games for Xbox Game Pass, available over the first two weeks of January. Available now, Close to the Sun transports its players to an alternate 1897 where Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison are at technological war. This first-person horror adventure promises a tense and atmospheric journey, drawing comparisons to Dishonored 2 and The Order: 1886.

For those who are looking for intense multiplayer action, Hell Let Loose arrives on January 4. This tactical first-person shooter by Cover 6 Studios and Expression Games drops players into the heart of World War II's iconic battles, spanning the Western, Eastern Fronts, and North African campaigns.

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On January 9, two new titles are joining the Game Pass roster. Figment, from Bedtime Digital Games, offers the kind of surreal action-adventure experience that should remind you of Bastion. The same day, Assassin's Creed Valhalla makes its Game Pass debut, allowing players to embark on Ubisoft's last open-world entry in its best-selling franchise.