Xbox Game Pass provides a bunch of festive treats for us this Christmas.
As we enter the festive period, we see a pretty long and attractive list of games that are coming to Xbox Game Pass in December. Including Remnant II, which just arrived about six months ago, as well as the predecessor, are available to download right now. But wait, there’s more, much more for us to enjoy. Let’s take a good look at what Christmas presents Xbox Game Pass has for us:
Spirit of the North: December 1 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Enter a delicious fantasy adventure that’s inspired by the stunning and mouth-watering landscapes of Iceland. Take on the role of a red fox whose story becomes entwined with a female spirit fox, who’s known as the guardian of the northern lights.
SteamWorld Build: December 1 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Introducing a city-building, dungeon-crawling video game that is just releasing today, as in December 1, 2023. Build yourself a mining town however you want, as it’s a must that you do so, as the planet is dying around you. You have to dig deep and construct wide to evacuate long-lost spacefaring technology, and at the same time, make sure that everyone has fuel, water, and creature comforts.
Clone Drone in the Danger Zone: December 5 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Xbox Game Pass invites you to get involved in a robot voxel slice-em-up where any part of your body can be sliced off, literally anywhere. Even the places you’re thinking of right now. With a single and multiplayer mode for you to enjoy and with your mind being downloaded into a robot gladiator, you must survive the evil trials of the arena.
Rise of the Tomb Raider: December 5 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
It’s been almost a decade since its arrival, but Rise of the Tomb Raider finally makes its way back into Xbox Game Pass. Welcoming back the 11th main entry into the Tomb Raider franchise, and also the 20th anniversary of the franchise, you enter the sequel to 2013’s Tomb Raider.
In this instalment, Lara’s journey includes unraveling an ancient mystery that includes the relentless faction, known as Trinity. Help Lara find the secret before Trinity with a trail that leads to a myth on the lost city of Kitezh.
While the Iron’s Hot: December 5 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Xbox Game Pass invites you to explore an island that’s filled with puzzles, resources, treasures, and fellow artisans with their designs and motives. Take on the role of an expert smith for a crafty journey that involves mysteries and charm.
World War Z: Aftermath: December 5 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
You’ve seen the film, right? Well, if you haven’t, you’d better do so. Anyway, why just watch the film when you can relive a devastating zombie apocalypse as you and three others engage in zombie slaying multiplayer action, as World War Z: Aftermath features swarms of blood-thirsty creatures.
Goat Simulator 3: December 7 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Pilgor’s back, and it’s that time of the month to gather your herd and explore a brand new, enjoyable, and realistic farmyard experience. Bring up to three friends and play with either local or online co-op, and bring mayhem as a team. Plus, you could also compete against each other in fantastic mini-games.
Against the Storm: December 8 (PC)
A roguelite city builder where your resources, upgrades, as well as your experience from your previous expeditions, are applied every time you enter a new adventure into the wilderness. You have Lizards, Beavers, and Foxes stand alongside harpies and humans in their aim for survival.
Tin Hearts: November 12 (Cloud, Console and PC)
Here, you have to lead a group of soldiers on a toy-filled world that involves wonderful mysteries and magic. You’re to solve difficult puzzles and discover new paths for your toys to explore and unravel a deeply emotional story.
Far Cry 6: December 14 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
The latest instalment in the Far Cry franchise welcomes you to Yara. Players take the role of Dani Rojas in the male or female form and experience living in the modern-day guerrilla revolution. But things get more intense as you’re facing a merciless army led by evil dictator, Antón Castillo – as well as his son, who tries to follow in his footsteps and inherit his throne.

Now, before you head off, you must take a look at the following last chance to get before they are removed. Because Xbox Game Pass is not playing around, you have until today to install these games from the service. But if you want to keep them for longer, they’re all available for discounts of at least 20%.
Chained Echoes: December 15 (Console, PC, Cloud)
Opus Magnum: December 15 (PC)
Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator: December 15 (Console, PC, Cloud)
Rubber Bandits: December 15 (Console, PC, Cloud)