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Give the Gift That Keeps on Gaming with Xbox Game Pass
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GameSpot Staff
2025-11-26
Hundreds of games and new ways to play them will make the perfect gifts for the gamer in your life. Published on November 26, 2025 at 12:19PM PST Another holiday season is almost here, and that means video games and consoles are once again going to be in high demand. Xbox has a lot to offer players of all ages this year, with new titles, new ways to play, and a library of hundreds of games just waiting for you to dive in. We've gathered a list of top games, consoles, accessories, and more available from Xbox this holiday season. There are plenty of options for both the casual player and the committed player in your life. If you need help navigating everything Xbox has to offer, let this gallery be your guide. The newest members of the Xbox family are tailor-made for the player on the go. The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X offer PC-quality gaming in the palms of your hands, powered by AMD processors that allow for immersive visuals, premium performance, and more. Best of all, whether you use the Xbox app on PC, Battle.net, or any other online PC storefront, your full library of games can travel with you with both versions of the ROG Xbox Ally. That portable library also includes, of course, the full slate of games available through Xbox Game Pass. Xbox Game Pass continues to delight all types of players. You'll have access to a library of hundreds of games, from massive AAA hits to the next indie darlings, right at your fingertips. Plus, more games are added every month. Xbox Game Pass offers three subscription plans: Essential, Premium, and Ultimate, all of which let you play on PC, console, and cloud devices such as tablet, phone, and Meta Quest 3 headset. The entry-level Xbox Game Pass experience is the Essential plan, which unlocks access to over 50 games for the low price of $9.99 per month. The Essential plan also gives you online competitive multiplayer, unlimited cloud gaming, and additional in-game benefits in League of Legends, Overwatch 2, Call of Duty: Warzone, and more. With the Rewards with Xbox program, Essential members can earn up to $25 per year at the Microsoft Store, or 25,000 rewards playing games. On top of that, earn even more when purchasing new games and add-ons at the Microsoft Store. For players who want even more, Xbox Game Pass Premium increases your library to over 200 titles ready to play, including new Xbox-published games, which join the Premium library within a year of their launch*. You'll also be able to earn up to $50 or 50,000 rewards points per year - including 2x points on purchases of games and addons in the Store plus an additional five percent back in rewards points on Xbox Game Pass catalog purchases of games and addons. *Excludes Call of Duty titles. The Rewards* program for Ultimate subscribers is also powered up, with players able to earn up to $100 or 100,000 points per year just by playing games, plus 4x the points on purchases of games and addons in the Store. For games and addons in the Xbox Game Pass catalog, you also get 10 percent back from your purchases as reward points, and the games in the Xbox Game Pass catalog have an additional 20% discount. *Terms apply. Microsoft Account required. Select markets only. Rewards vary by Game Pass Plan and Rewards Level. Gameplay rewards for 18+. Microsoft.com/msa. Game Pass: Game Pass subscription sold separately. Game library varies over time, by region, and by device. Xbox.com/subscriptionterms Once you've chosen your plan, you might be wondering where to start. Here are a few suggestions: The year is 2035 and the world is on the brink of chaos, ravaged by violent conflict and psychological warfare. David Mason leads an elite JSOC team on a covert mission to the sprawling Mediterranean city of Avalon. While there, they discover a sophisticated plot that won’t just plunge the world into chaos, it will pull them into their own haunting pasts. The Outer Worlds 2 is the eagerly-awaited sequel to the award-winning first-person sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment. As a daring and most likely good-looking Earth Directorate agent, you must uncover the source of devastating rifts threatening to destroy all of humanity. Your investigation leads to Arcadia, home of skip drive technology, where the fate of the colony, and ultimately the entire galaxy, rests on your decisions. The definitive ninja hack & slash franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Engage in visually stunning combat that rewards precision and strategy. Use Bloodbind Ninjutsu to transform your weapons and unleash devastation upon your enemies, alongside legacy techniques like the Izuna Drop and Flying Swallow. On an island in a long-lost sea, a forgotten lighthouse stands dormant in the shadow of a distant mountain peak. As withering tendrils spread and coalesce, it awakens. Taken with a mysterious sense of purpose and joined by a spirited seabird, it embarks upon a heartening tale of unlikely companionship, an odyssey of mystifying metamorphosis, and an unexpected journey towards the center of the island, into realms beyond understanding. Once a year, the Paintress wakes and paints upon her monolith. Paints her cursed number. And everyone past that age turns to smoke and fades away. Year by year, that number ticks down and more of us are erased. Tomorrow she’ll wake and paint “33.” And tomorrow we depart on our final mission - Destroy the Paintress, so she can never paint death again. All of the games you read about above, as well as the rest of the Xbox Game Pass library, can be enjoyed on the flagship Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles. Players will be able to jump in and out of the games they love with ease, thanks to Quick Resume, lightning-fast load times, and gameplay of up to 120 FPS*. Four generations of games, from the original Xbox to the top hits of today, can all be downloaded and enjoyed on the Xbox. *Framerates vary by game Holiday savings on Xbox accessories: style meets gameplay This holiday season, elevate your gaming experience and gift the joy of play with Xbox Wireless Controllers. From now through the holidays, save up to 20% on select accessories, making it the perfect time to upgrade your setup or surprise the player in your life. The Xbox Wireless Controller combines ergonomic design, long-lasting battery life, and bold, sleek style. Show off your skills across console, PC, and cloud with the Xbox Wireless Controller (cloud gaming requires Xbox Game Pass subscription). Made for seamless connectivity and immersive gameplay, it’s your tool for conquering every challenge—anywhere you play. Just in time for the holidays, Xbox introduces the Breaker special edition series with Ice Breaker, Storm Breaker, and Heart Breaker. Each controller has their own personality and unique features – from metallic coatings to frosted translucent elements. These fresh additions give fans a selection of options to match any player's style. Get holiday savings now and make this season unforgettable with Xbox Wireless Controllers. Bring Your Vision to Life and enjoy FREE Engraving with Xbox Design Lab This holiday season, Xbox Design Lab is making it easier than ever to create the perfect gift for players. From November 28 through December 12, enjoy free engraving on all controller purchases—because personalization matters. With Xbox Design Lab, you can design your own controller from the ground up. Start by choosing between the Xbox Wireless Controller or the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, then dive into endless customization options. Pick your favorite colors for topcase, D-pad, and triggers, and explore upgrade features to make your controller truly unique. Want to showcase your fandom? Add designs inspired by favorites like The Outer Worlds 2, Fallout, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and more. Whether you’re crafting a bold statement piece or a subtle nod to your favorite game, Xbox Design Lab gives you the tools to make it yours. Free engraving ends December 12. Create your one-of-a-kind controller today and give the perfect gift for any player.
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breadMachine
Nov 27, 02:08 AM
Ok cool. superb
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404Banana
Nov 27, 01:08 AM
incredible~ Yeah, this game is awesome, 10/10. absolutely not
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mildly_confused
Nov 27, 12:48 AM
competitive is toxic. That's it, okay. likely Bought it, no regrets. congrats
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quantumNoodle
Nov 26, 10:28 PM
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