Best Xbox Series X games: top Team Green titles, all reviewed by us

The best Xbox Series X games combine incredibly fun content, immersive storytelling, and unforgettable gaming experiences on one of the most capable current-gen gaming consoles, but it's not always easy to identify which games on the platform are worth sinking your time into given just how many there are to sift through.

To make your experience a lot easier, we've pulled together what we consider to be the best Xbox Series X games. If you own an Xbox Series X or are thinking about snapping one up soon, make sure you give these games a go when you find yourself looking for your next gaming obsession.

We've tried to include titles that span a variety of genres in our list below in an attempt to appeal to all preferences you might have. It's worth trying something new with the Xbox Series X - especially if you're an active Xbox Game Pass subscriber as you won't have to fork out for a new title.

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Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 is a masterpiece, blending deep RPG systems with a whimsical and downright hilarious tone. You play as Henry, as he tries to wriggle out of a mess involving a pack of bandits, a would-be King, and a pompous noble. After a lengthy tutorial, the game opens up, and you're largely left to decide how you want to play. You can become a sword-fighting expert, or devote your time into learning how to hunt. There's several ways to go about every single encounter you come across while adventuring across the world of Bohemia.

This a a true RPG, and you'll need to stay fed, washed, and well-rested to get the best out of your character. Need to impress the upper classes? Get yourself a fancy new outfit. Want to take down a bandit camp? Make sure you aren't so dirty that the enemy can smell you coming from a mile away. There's just so much freedom in the design of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, and it's easily got some of the best side quests of any game.

Helldivers 2 is now on Xbox, and players can jump in and play crossplay with other platforms. To coincide with the Xbox launch, there's Halo-themed content to earn, including weapons from the iconic shooter series. Helldivers 2 is every bit as good as it's always been, and it's easily the best co-op shooter on the platform currently.

You and your squad will deploy onto enemy-infested planets, tasked with exterminating bugs, robots and the mysterious Illuminate. Sometimes you'll be defending a point from incoming mech-walkers, other times you'll need to close insect nests with grenades. Friendly fire is always on, so be careful where you're tossing grenades, and pick your air-strike targets carefully.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is one of the best Soulslike games we've seen yet. It pays tribute to FromSoftware in all of the right ways, while carving out its own path. A dark take on the Ming Dynasty era of Chinese history, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers tells a shockingly grim tale, replete with themes of cyclical violence, abduction, forced marriage, and no shortage of grotesque body horror.

Difficulty-wise, it’s not the hardest soulslike ever, and if you’ve cut your teeth on rock-hard titles like Lies of P, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, or Nioh 2, you’ll be well-prepared for the horrors in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. That’s not to say it’s a cakewalk, though. A handful of bosses will certainly stop you in your tracks, and levels will typically have one or two key hazards to be aware of.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 takes its main inspirations from classic JRPG series like Final Fantasy, though things are massively modernized here. The combat, in particular, feels like a fresh new take on turn-based systems, featuring parries that help add extra energy to battles. The art direction is completely unique too, and very French, something we don't see all that much of in the RPG space.

There's an all star cast in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Daredevil's Charlie Cox, Baldur's Gate 3's Jennifer English, and Final Fantasy 16's Ben Starr each give it their all, bolstering a story that's surprisingly emotional and politically-charged. On Xbox Series X, you can play Clair Obscur as part of Game Pass, and if you do you'll be greeted with beautiful 4K visuals and silky smooth performance.

Elden Ring: Nightreign is a multiplayer spin-off that retools the base game's mechanics for an exciting and innovative new world. You choose from a handful of distinct Nighfarers, and drop into a dynamic map that must be survived, explored, and raced through before facing bosses. There's a closing circle to outrun, Ultimate abilities to use, and limited-time map events that balance risk and reward in smart ways.

Despite re-using bosses, locations and weapons from Elden Ring, there's a freshness to Nightreign that helps it stand out. Traversal has been completely overhauled, adding wall jumping, faster sprinting, and gliders in the form of Spectral Hawks. Getting around is a joy, as is the lack of fall damage allowing for a wider set of options when making your way between encampments. Sqaudding up with friends is the best way to play, though solo runs have been updated post-launch and now feel viable.

Oblivion Remastered is much more than its name might suggest. Sure, there's a hefty graphical update, and modern tweaks to combat, but when you weigh up everything as one package, this is closer to a remake. All of the old charm is still there, including some of the more beloved bugs and glitches, but there's an extra layer of polish bringing Oblivion more in line with Skyrim. This opens it up to an audience that may have missed it first time around, finally giving it the praise and attention it deserves.

If you're unfamiliar with Oblivion, it's a brighter, more colorful, and sillier game than Skyrim. Magic / spell casting is deeper, as are systems like alchemy and The Dark Brotherhood, but largely it's all in line with other Bethesda RPGs. What makes Oblivion stand out is top-tier quest writing, excellent voice performances from Sean Bean and Patrick Stewart, as well as a more varied and visually interesting open world map. Give it a go, as it very much holds up in 2025, especially now it features amazing lighting, atmospheric fog, and a redesigned leveling system.

It's been a long time coming, but Assassin's Creed Shadows finally takes the series to Japan. Predictably, this is a match made in heaven, with towering castles perfect for sneaky, grappling-hook assisted parkour, and an absolutely gorgeous open world to explore. Exploration is the real standout here, with a varied and dynamic world that changes with the seasons being the star of the show. Snow enveloped mountains rise in the Winter, and blossoms bloom come Spring. It really is a joy to behold.

Over on the combat side, we have two protagonists this time around. Naoe is your classic assassin, using stealth, tools and the environment to take out enemies silently. Yasuke, on the other hand, is a heavily armored samurai, able to take on groups of enemies head on while storming encampments. Each has their own story, and side missions to enjoy. Take down targets, ride across the beautiful countryside on horseback, or kick back at your Hideout. There's so much to do and see in Assassin's Creed Shadows, it'll keep you busy for a hundred hours at least.

Monster Hunter Wilds is a new peak for the series, bringing in even more players than its predecessor, and ushering a new era for the long-running series. In many ways, this is the best Monster Hunter to start with as a new player, given how streamlined its combat is when compared to past entries. Thanks to the new Focus Mode, you can aim your attacks with precision, and use Focus Strikes to attack weak points. Whether you choose a hard-hitting blunt weapon like the Hammer, or an acrobatic ranged/melee hybrid like the Insect Glaive, each hunt is exciting, and action-packed. You can now bring two weapons into hunts too, encouraging experimentation, and opening up even more possibilities for builds and loadouts.

The bustling open world of Wilds has been meticulously designed, and filled to the brim with all manner of flora and fauna. These environments change with the seasons too, as storms roll in and then leave each landscape completely transformed. For the first time ever, hunters can head out and explore a seamless map, one that's even easier to traverse with the help of your Seikret mount. Bring some friends, or rely on the NPC companions for extra help, as you take on harder and harder hunts and improve your gear.

Marvel Rivals had one heck of a launch at the end of last year, and it's only gone from strength to strength ever since. Now, there's 35 Heroes to choose from, with the Fantastic Four having joined in on the fun for 2025. Whether you want to blast enemies with guns, or used magic to freeze them in place, there's a characters for you. From icons like Iron-Man and Thor to lesser known names like Namor and Jeff the Land Shark, the range of play styles on offer is very broad indeed.

While Marvel Rivals is undoubtedly an Overwatch clone, it does set itself aside from competitors by having such a high production value. By being a third-person action game, it's also very different to the games it borrows from, with Heroes like Iron Fist feeling very unique. There's crossplay too, so you can squad up with your friends on any platform.

Assassin's Creed Mirage started life as an expansion pack for AC: Valhalla, before the dev team realised that it'd be better suited as a standalone release. This makes it a much more focused and linear offering when compared to the vast open-world RPG designs of Assassin's Creed Odyssey, one that takes players back to a more traditional Assassin's Creed experience.

What does a back to basics approach look like for a series like Assassin's Creed? Well, for one, stealth is much more important in Mirage. The setting of Baghdad is decidedly more detailed and dense than what we've seen in the last few games. Protagonist Basim is most like the first game's protagonist, as he completes contracts for the Hidden ones, assassinating key targets, and swaying the city's balance of power. This is one for those that liked the older AC games, when Hidden Blades and social stealth ruled the roost.

After a long wait, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle finally arrived at the end of 2024. It's been a hit with critics, offering up a different kind of experience than many were expecting. This ain't no Uncharted clone, far from it. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has more in common with games like Dishonored and Riddick, with immersive sim mechanics paired with stealth combat.

Thanks to an excellent performance by Troy Baker, and an epic score, the game feels just like the classic movies. Its story sits somewhere between Raiders and Temple of Doom in terms of scale and scope, and it's a welcomed return for the Indiana that we all know and love. Slightly more polarising is the open-zone design, which sees players completing side tasks that loop back into the main area. We enjoyed this approach, but be aware that this isn't a strictly linear experience, and it's certainly not a first person shooter.

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a Stalker game through and through, though thanks to its marketing having been heavily aided by Xbox, it's likely to be a great jumping on point for many players. With this comes something of a warning, these games are hard, very hard. They're survival simulators, that task you with taking on increasingly horrifying challenges, while exploring a massive open world. If that sounds like your thing, we really can't recommend Stalker 2 enough.

The Zone, the open world area available to you in Stalker 2, is the real star of the show here. It's at times beautiful, at all times dangerous, and regularly thrilling. You'll meet other Stalkers, hunker down in rundown buildings as storms rage overhead, and scavenge for resources that'll help you keep going.

Atlus' new original series Metaphor: ReFantazio gets off to an extremely strong start. It's an instant classic, showcasing all of the best bits from the Persona and SMT series in a dark fantasy package. Combat is stylish and complex, while the story is one of the best to come from Atlus yet. Somehow, the beloved developer has done it again, adding a new cast of characters for fans to fall in love with.

If you're a fan of the Persona series, don't let the new fantasy setting deter you. Metaphor: ReFantazio is a must-play, with great performance on Xbox consoles. The game’s soundtrack is also a highlight with renowned composer Shoji Meguro returning for the score. Here, he trades in the infectious pop beats of Persona and the grimy rock sound of earlier Shin Megami Tensei games for something more orchestral and offbeat. Well worth checking out.

Star Wars Outlaws finally lets players explore the criminal underworld, as they make friends and enemies with syndicates like Crimson Dawn, The Hutt Cartel and The Pykes. As Kay Vess, you'll head from Canto Bight to Tatooine, pulling off heists and stringing together a crew for the ultimate contract job. The game offers up a handful of open-worlds to explore, each with their own syndicate-controlled zones and secrets to uncover. Kay is a master with a blaster, and can use her pet Nix to distract guards and trigger explosives from afar. As you progress, you'll unlock even more skills, allowing you to gain the upper hand on even the toughest of foes.

If combat isn't your main focus, you can also just unwind in the game's many cantinas and bars, playing Sabacc against some of the best card players in the Galaxy. You can even take to the stars in your ship, exploring asteroid clusters, dangerous nebula and more.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is one of the best Xbox Series X games, and thankfully it's even on Game Pass. It shoots for the stars with a plot that expertly ties together the stories of Kiryu and Ichiban, adding in a whole lot of heart, while refining the turn-based combat of its predecessor. Being a Yakuza game, there's heaps of brilliantly written side content to enjoy, ranging from short action vignettes to oddball comedy jaunts.

While veteran fans of the series will no doubt get more out of Infinite Wealth than new players, there's plenty here for everyone to enjoy. Kiryu and Ichiban continue to be some of the best protagonists in all of gaming, and the story takes quite a few twists and turns before setting up even bigger things to come. Take a punt on this JRPG and you're in for over a hundred hours of fun, in a brand new setting for the long-running and much-adored SEGA series.

Dragon's Dogma 2 is part remake, part sequel to the original game. It's a very strange game indeed, landing somewhere between Monster Hunter, Skyrim and The Witcher, with as much humor as it has action. Basically, you are the Arisen, tasked with slaying a dragon and halting the end of the world. Along the way, you'll recruit Pawns: NPCs that each has their own set of skills, personality, and fighting style. This is where the game truly shines, as you're able to recruit other players' Pawns, and vice-versa.

What follows is an epic tale that's tinged with slapstick, as the Arisen launches Pawns skyward in the hopes of landing critical blows on a wide variety of beasts. Dragon's Dogma 2 is hilariously challenging, downright unfair at times, but in the end, completely lovable. A truly unique game, one that finally shines a much-deserved spotlight on a series that's inspired so many of the modern action RPGs we play today.

Baldur's Gate 3 won pretty much every award a game can win when it launched in 2023, cementing it as one of the best RPGs you can play on any platform. And while Xbox players had to wait a little bit longer for the game, it was well worth it.

The game has now received a slew of post-launch updates fixing up everything from performance to bug-heavy quest lines. In terms of sheer variety, Baldur's Gate 3 is unrivaled in its combat systems. That's mostly due to it being based on Dungeons and Dragons, translating the iconic pen and paper RPG to a video game format seamlessly. You can choose to approach any situation in pretty much anyway you wish, leading to some brilliant comedic moments, and plenty of replayability.

Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is a narrative-driven action game almost like no other. Developer Ninja Theory’s sequel to the 2017 game Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice delivers a harrowing, bleak, and heavy experience that will live long in the memory.

Even more than its predecessor, Hellblade 2 really pushes the boundaries of visuals in gaming. It makes use of every single ounce of the Xbox Series X's power, and manages to tell a heart -wrenching tale that fans of the first game will absolutely love. Definitely a must play for those looking to see what Xbox's most powerful console is capable of.

South of Midnight is one that flew under the radar for many at launch, and that is a shame. While it did pick up steam with the subsequent PS5 release, it's still an incredible single-player adventure on Xbox Series X with a striking Southern Gothic art style and satisfying combat.

As Hazel, you'll traverse through the town of Prospero as she sets out on a quest to search for and rescue her mother. Naturally, the place is crawling with monsters after a cataclysmic event, and Hazel will need to make use of all manner of spiritual spells and weaponry in order to survive.

At around 10-15 hours, it's an expertly paced game with a tightly-woven narrative. You may only play it once, but if it lands with you, it's an experience you won't soon forget.

When Pragmata was first announced during the PS5 reveal in 2020, we didn't think we'd be waiting six more years before we could actually play it. Better late than never, though, as Pragmata is an unforgettable sci-fi adventure that blends satisfying crowd-control combat with a very clever hacking mechanic.

Our heroes Hugh and Diana work in tandem to escape a massive moonbase when its core AI system goes rogue, causing its robot workers to go haywire. Enemy variety is pretty vast, with each requiring a different approach in order to take them down. Hugh will need to balance usage of offensive and supportive weapon types to control crowds of enemies and focus on priority targets. Meanwhile, Diana's hacking ability opens up enemy weakpoints, and can apply various debuffs to them such as increased damage or a burn-over-time effect.

The game looks simply gorgeous, too, utilizing a simple sci-fi aesthetic that the team at Capcom gets extremely creative with. Like many Capcom games, your playthrough will be a pretty lean 10 or so hours, but there's tons of replay value here via New Game Plus options and further unlockable challenges.

Developer FromSoftware continues its run of notoriously difficult action RPGs – or Souls-likes, as ubiquitous as the term is now – with Elden Ring. Set in the fantasy realm of The Lands Between, players hack, slash, dodge, and perfectly time their way through the realm with the hopes of becoming the Elden Lord.

While there is always a lot to uncover in a FromSoftware game, Elden Ring is the first that lets you roam the entirety of its vast world from the beginning, and it offers a way to engage and disengage from difficult encounters as you see fit. The trademark difficulty of FromSoftware's Soulslike games is still present here, but for fans of their particular brand of grimdark fantasy, there is no better game.

It's been a long time coming, but Forza Horizon 6 has successfully put the legendary series back on the top of the open-world racing game pile. That's in no small way due to the fresh new setting of Japan, making for one of the most beautiful and varied maps we've seen in any racing game to date.

A new aftermarket car feature is perhaps our favorite addition. You'll now be able to spot souped-up versions of existing cars while you're driving about, and instantly purchase them with in-game credits. This adds so much variety to the already massive 600+ car roster, and we enjoyed finding these as much as we did the barn finds and the all-new treasure cars.

Multiplayer has been tightened up, too, being far less prone to random disconnects in our testing. Everything from convoys and race modes to new customization and sharing features all worked seamlessly here - a vast improvement over Forza Horizon 5.

Open-world games are a dime a dozen on Xbox Series X, and there's loads in this guide! However, Crimson Desert is worth bringing up because it does things slightly differently from the norm. Especially if you've had your fill of that Ubisoft-style checklist approach to open-world design.

First off, though, Crimson Desert is visually stunning. You'll really see it pushing the Xbox Series X to its limits with beautiful vistas, impressive draw distance, and fine character detailing. Performance can take a hit as a result, but the game's a real visual treat if you own a 4K, HDR-capable display.

Aside from that, Crimson Desert sports an open-world that feels rather alive. It's crammed with things to find and do, from moreish combat encounters to more laid-back minigames. It almost feels like there's something new to discover with every corner you turn, and that's no small feat on developer Pearl Abyss's part.

Avowed on its surface might look like an attempt to capture some of that Elder Scrolls magic, but it's actually going for something much different. For one, its story is actually good, with a range of memorable characters that extend beyond even your combat-capable party.

What we really love about Avowed, though, is its build variety. It's pretty free-form, letting you mix and match different weapon types in each hand. Want to be a spellsword wielding a blade and spellbook? You can do that. How about a wizard with a gun? Staves and pistols are available for that, too. It all leans into developer Obsidian's sharp writing and dry, witty sense of humor that injects so much personality into its works.

Since launch, Avowed has received numerous updates, including a jam-packed anniversary one that added New Game Plus and a variety of character creation options. There's never been a better time to check it out.

Halo is Xbox's flagship series of futuristic first-person shooters, and Halo Infinite is no exception. As Master Chief, you make your way through the ringworld Zeta Halo, where forces of the Banished have stranded you. As you're trying to find a way off-planet, you quickly learn there's a lot more to Zeta Halo than you can see at first glance.

Since taking over the Halo franchise from its original developer Bungie, 343 Industries hasn't strayed from the formula much, but putting the game into an open world serves to refresh the formula, even though many of the tasks you get, such as freeing outposts, will be familiar if you've played any open-world game before. Master Chief's versatile new grappling hook does a lot to make combat more snappy, and the story offers some satisfying twists and turns. Halo Infinite is a great blend of old and new, keeping the spirit of the series intact while including fun new elements.

Hitman 3 is the dramatic conclusion to the acclaimed stealth series that sees Agent 47 take out targets all across the globe. The gameplay is easy to explain – you get a target, infiltrate their space, and try to off them unseen. However, in this seemingly simple concept lies an unprecedented amount of depth. While you're lying in wait, targets, as well as the people around them, continue to live their lives, often forcing you to think on the fly and make clever use of the environment to get to your goal.

The new locations, such as Dubai, China, and Argentina, are some of the most memorable of the series. Add to that more experimental objectives and a gripping story (plus native 4K at 60fps on the Xbox Series X) and Hitman 3 rightly deserves its place on our best Xbox Series X games list.

Want to fly over Machu Picchu? Maybe take in the breathtaking view of the Northern Lights in Norway? Maybe you just want to see how your neighborhood looks from a plane? Then Microsoft Flight Simulator is probably for you as it allows you to soar the skies of the entire world - complete with real-time weather and traffic. This is a realistic flight simulator in many more aspects than the weather – you'll need to understand the different controls on a plane, displays, and behavior, which is part of the fun.

Once you're soaring above the clouds, even the most fiddly plane will the worth it, as Microsoft Flight Simulator is really a great reminder of how beautiful our planet is. Players who love deep flight simulation get with Microsoft Flight Simulator the best game of its kind, which becomes even more enjoyable with the right peripherals. Using cutting-edge technology and graphics for the ultimate immersive experience, this is one of the best Xbox Series X games.

Sea of Thieves is Rare's multiplayer pirating sandbox and an incredible game that makes your dreams of becoming a mighty pirate come true. Whether you hunt treasure, attack other ships, or deck out your own, there is always something to do. Additionally, Sea of Thieves doesn't use an expansion pass model, meaning that after your initial purchase of the game, you get to enjoy a world that's constantly being added to and refined. We even went so far as to say Sea of Thieves is putting other live service games to shame.

On Xbox Series X, Sea of Thieves benefits from a sizable boost to its frame rate. the game now runs at silky-smooth 4K/60fps, and the improvement is tangible. Whether you’re sailing across rough waters as a storm begins to break, or battling skeletons on the shoreline in the hunt for treasure, the game feels far more responsive and enjoyable as a result. The game also now loads incredibly fast thanks to the Xbox Series X’s SSD. It’s a fantastic upgrade over the Xbox One version and one that deserves to be called one of the best Xbox Series X Games out there.

How we made our best Xbox Series X games list

The TechRadar Gaming team is gaming and tech experts. We've played hundreds and hundreds of hours across loads of Xbox Series X games, and so are fully qualified to give you some key recommendations for the console.

As a team made up of different folks with different areas of interest, expertise, and experience, we have the balance to present to you a solid best list, but one that we constantly scrutinise with each new release - but also more generally, arguing over titles that might make it into our best Xbox Series X game list, or those that are in danger of being replaced. As a result of this experience, you can trust us and our picks.