Xbox Game Pass' Must-Play Strategy Games for January 2025
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Strategy games have significantly expanded their presence on consoles, particularly within the Xbox ecosystem, moving beyond the niche exceptions and failed attempts of the past (like StarCraft's infamous Nintendo 64 debut). A wide array of titles now offer intricate gameplay experiences on living room consoles.
Xbox Game Pass provides a treasure trove of options for aspiring armchair commanders. Whether your preference leans towards galactic empire management or directing quirky invertebrate bomb squads, Game Pass caters to diverse strategic tastes.
Note that tactical games, while technically a distinct genre, are included here due to their significant overlap with strategy games.
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, building on a strong finish to 2024. While not always the focus of announcements, new strategy games are expected, with a couple already confirmed. Commandos: Origins and Football Manager 25 are likely to resonate with fans, especially the former. In the meantime, subscribers can explore a strategy game recently added in December 2024. See the link below.
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