Xbox Game Pass Thrills with Stellar Strategy

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• Top Xbox Game Pass Strategy Games

  • Aliens: Dark Descent
  • Age of Empires 4: Anniversary Edition
  • Age of Mythology: Retold
  • Halo Wars
  • Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
  • Wartales
  • Metal Slug Tactics
  • Dungeons 4
  • Humankind
  • Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
  • Slay the Spire
  • Wildfrost
  • Stellaris
  • Gears Tactics
  • Crusader Kings III
  • Minecraft Legends

• Top PC Game Pass Strategy Games

  • StarCraft Remastered & StarCraft II
  • Frostpunk II
  • Against the Storm
  • Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
  • Dungeon Keeper II
  • Command & Conquer Remastered Collection

Strategy games, once a rarity on consoles, have found a home on Xbox, thanks to several excellent titles and the growing popularity of the genre. Xbox Game Pass provides a wealth of options for armchair commanders. Whether you prefer galactic empire building or directing quirky invertebrate soldiers, Game Pass caters to diverse strategic tastes.

Tactical games, sharing significant overlap with strategy games, are also included in this selection.

Updated January 5, 2025 by Mark Sammut: The new year brings anticipation for fresh titles on Xbox Game Pass. Microsoft's service is poised for a strong year, building on a successful 2024. While not always the focus, new strategy games are expected, with Commandos: Origins and Football Manager 25 confirmed. In the meantime, subscribers can explore a December 2024 addition. See below for details.

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Aliens: Dark Descent

A Demanding Tactical Game Perfect for Fans of the Franchise