Since 2013, the Xbox One has built up a huge array of fine games. Over the last few years especially, the barrier between PC gaming and Xbox One consoles has thinned: meaning a host of exciting games moving between the two. And all of them are backwards compatible with the new and mighty Xbox Series X.
As well as wielding some mighty processing power, the Xbox One features one of the best games subscriptions out there, the Xbox Game Pass, which provides access to a rotating line-up of titles for a small monthly fee – some of which are even available from this list.
So do take a look at Xbox Game Pass if you’d like to try out a bunch of interesting up-to-date Xbox One games – and also potentially save a bit on the pricier titles.
The games we’ve picked emphasise a variety of styles – from tearing through space to cultivating colourful crops – and also showcase the power of the Xbox One itself, with gorgeous graphics and high-end action.
Some of these games are righteous AAA epics while others have indie origins and are imbued with spirited creativity.
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Whether you want to play at being pirates, roam the furthest reaches of the galaxy or meet a wizard that’s been polymorphed into a cat, we’ve got the titles for you. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at the best Xbox One games out right now.
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Best Xbox One games 2021
- Best multiplayer game – Sea of Thieves: £34.99, Microsoft.com
- Best action RPG – The Outer Worlds: £17.99, Game.co.uk
- Best split-screen game – Gears 5: £22, Amazon.co.uk
- Best racing game – Forza Motorsport 7: £29.99, Game.co.uk
- Best role-playing game – Stardew Valley: £11.99, Microsoft.com
- Best open world game – Assassin’s Creed Odyssey: £12.99, Amazon.co.uk
- Best platformer – Ori and the Blind Forest: £3.99, Microsoft.com
- Best third-person shooter – Control: £24.99, Microsoft.com
- Best co-op game – Divinity: Original Sin 2: £41.50, Microsoft.com
- Best action adventure – Quantum Break: £29.99, Microsoft.com