Xbox Game Pass: Unbeatable Value for RPG Enthusiasts

As a dedicated PC gamer who has been swayed by the allure of frequent Steam sales, I never felt the need for Xbox Game Pass—until now. The unexpected release of *The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered* by Bethesda and Virtuos, directly onto Game Pass, was a game-changer for me. This wasn't just a remaster; it felt like a borderline-remake with new character models, enhanced combat interactions, and updated VFX. Despite the addition of new voice actors, the charm of the original's quirky dialogue remains intact. Released across PC, consoles, and Game Pass on April 22, the base edition of the remaster is priced at $49.99, including both original DLCs, while a deluxe edition is available for $10 more.

Hot on its heels, *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33*, the debut title from French studio Sandfall Interactive, is set to hit Game Pass at midnight PST tonight. This game has already garnered a stellar 92 rating on Metacritic, with IGN giving it a 9/10 and praising its story design as "a true modern throwback." Its stylish UI and innovative turn-based combat system caught my eye, reminiscent of the Persona series. Priced at $49.99 for the base edition, *Expedition 33* was poised to be the highlight of April's Game Pass lineup, but the sudden drop of *Oblivion Remastered* has cast a bit of a shadow over its launch. However, with Game Pass, I can enjoy both games for just $20 on a Game Pass Ultimate subscription, making it a fantastic deal compared to spending $100 on both games separately.

The Game Pass lineup for 2025 continues to impress, featuring recent additions like *Blue Prince*, *South of Midnight*, and *Avowed*, alongside classics such as *GTA V* and the full suite of *Call of Duty* titles. There truly is something for everyone.

Game Pass Is a Ridiculously Good Deal Right Now

Game Pass Ultimate, starting at $19.99 per month, provides access to the entire Game Pass library across consoles, PCs, and cloud gaming. For PC-only gamers, the subscription is available at a lower rate of $9.99 per month. The Standard and Core tiers, priced at $14.99 and $9.99 per month respectively, do not include day-one releases. The last price increase for Game Pass was in July 2024, and with the current lineup of game launches, it's likely we'll see another hike soon.

Although there are no live Game Pass deals at the moment, securing a three-month subscription could shield you from any upcoming price increases. For those interested in other platforms, our roundup of PS5, PC, and Switch deals might be helpful. And don't forget, U.S. preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 go live tonight.