Xbox Game Pass: Top Strategy Games for January 2025

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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 were once a rarity on consoles, aside from a few exceptions and unsuccessful attempts (like StarCraft's infamous Nintendo 64 release). However, numerous titles have since brought their strategic depth to living room gaming, especially on Xbox consoles.

Xbox Game Pass offers a compelling selection for armchair commanders. Whether you prefer managing vast galactic empires or directing quirky invertebrate armies, Game Pass caters to diverse strategic tastes.

Tactical games, while technically a separate genre, are included due to their strategic similarities.

Updated January 5, 2025 by Mark Sammut: The new year brings anticipation for exciting additions to Xbox Game Pass. Microsoft's service is poised for continued success following a strong 2024. While not always the focus, new strategy titles are expected, with a couple already confirmed. Commandos: Origins and Football Manager 25 are likely to resonate with fans, particularly the former. In the meantime, subscribers can explore a strategy game added in December 2024. See below for details.

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• Wildfrost

Aliens: Dark Descent

A High-Pressure Tactical Experience Perfect for Franchise Fans