{"id":26994,"date":"2024-04-29T22:43:48","date_gmt":"2024-04-30T05:43:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/?p=26994"},"modified":"2026-05-26T05:42:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T12:42:15","slug":"best-multiplayer-games-on-xbox-game-pass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/best-multiplayer-games-on-xbox-game-pass\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Multiplayer Games on Xbox Game Pass"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIt\u2019s better with friends\u201d isn\u2019t just something we say when a game is kind of bad, it\u2019s true of the good games too! For people who have Xbox Game Pass, whether on their console or PC, there\u2019s a wealth of fantastic multiplayer games where you and your friends can create chaos, and precious memories, together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To that end, I\u2019ve compiled a list of multiplayer games on Xbox Game Pass I think you should check out. While focusing on quality, I\u2019ve done my best to include a variety of games, so there should be something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #cfe2f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p>If you want some games to try out with your buddies, and you want to know how to protect yourself as you game with PIA VPN, you\u2019re in the right place. <\/p> \n<p>Private Internet Access has Xbox gamers covered with, firstly, actual support for Xbox and other consoles. Secondly, it has a global network of crazy fast VPN servers, industry-standard encryption and security, a fancy ad-blocker, and so much more.<\/p><br>\n  <a style=\"text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/buy-vpn-online?conversionpoint=best_multiplayer_games_on_xbox_game_pass\"><button class=\"bg-btn-1\"> Get PIA VPN<\/button><\/a>\n<\/div> <br>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d5dde3; padding: 15px; border-radius: 10px; width: 500px;\">\n<h4>Table of Contents<\/h4>\n<a href=\"#1\">Just a Quick Note about Xbox Game Pass<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#2\">Why Do Gamers Use VPNs?<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#3\">Why PIA Is the Best VPN for Xbox<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><br>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\"><strong>Just a Quick Note about Xbox Game Pass<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Xbox Game Pass comes in 4 flavors\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Xbox Game Pass Core\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Console-only, has 25 games and enables online play for all games you own.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Xbox Game Pass for Console\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The standard Game Pass for consoles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PC Game Pass\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The standard Game Pass for PC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Xbox Game Pass Ultimate\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Covers both console and PC, includes extra games, and includes EA Play, which is EA\u2019s own \u201cgame pass\u201d of sorts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also get EA Play and Ubisoft+ separately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the games below require at least the Console or PC Game Pass tiers. I\u2019ve listed the required tiers for each game, just to be safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-7-days-to-die\"><strong>1. 7 Days to Die<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"7 Days to Die Console Launch Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pRErTP0CE2A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">7 Days to Die is an open-world horror game that manages to combine FPS mechanics, zombie survival, tower defense, and even a wide variety of mini-games. It\u2019s a fairly tough game that\u2019s technically been in early access since\u2026 forever ago, but it still has an active player community and has been the reason for many a sleepless night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-chivalry-2\"><strong>2. Chivalry 2<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Chivalry 2 - Official Launch Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HKlYVpCuab0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Core, Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chivalry 2 is pretty much the ultimate medieval combat simulator. Join friends and strangers in large-scale battles, master the complex-ish melee system, shoot arrows from a safe distance, operate siege engines, take castles, and more. Ride to glory or defeat while (probably) giggling with pure joy all the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-deep-rock-galactic\"><strong>3. Deep Rock Galactic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Deep Rock Galactic - 1.0 Launch Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k4m_5JYrAGM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a world where live service games have a deservedly terrible reputation, one game dares to stand up and say \u201cHere, have your money\u2019s worth!\u201d That game is Deep Rock Galactic, the greatest ore-mining, monster-slaying, extraction-shooter game that was ever made. No PVP here, just hop into a match, get that loot, and get out alive!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-halo-infinite\"><strong>4. Halo Infinite<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Halo Infinite | Campaign Launch Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PyMlV5_HRWk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Core, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite a launch that I\u2019m going to call \u201clackluster\u201d because I want to be nice, Halo Infinite is in a fantastic spot right now. Season 5 brought a lot of major gameplay changes that put the game more in line with the Halo we know and love, and the recent netcode overhaul makes the game feel better than ever. Go through the campaign with friends, or go head to head, it\u2019s up to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-hot-wheels-unleashed-2-turbocharged\"><strong>5. Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 \u2013 Turbocharged<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED\u2122 2 - TURBOCHARGED - Launch Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EfaZdwG2HtE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019m not personally much for racing games. I just never really got the knack of in-game driving. Or real-life driving. But even I can\u2019t ignore the sheer animal appeal and genius of a Hot Wheels racing game. Speed down the toy race tracks in the toy car of your dreams, and you\u2019ll probably go right back to some of the best moments in your childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-lego-2k-drive-cross-gen-standard-edition\"><strong>6. LEGO\u00ae 2K Drive Cross-Gen Standard Edition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"LEGO 2K Drive - Official Launch Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ADFeeTi9F3s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, it\u2019s another racing game, but this one is LEGO! While it has that same light-hearted and wacky feel that you\u2019d expect from the Hot Wheels Unleashed franchise, Lego 2K Drive comes with the added bonus of being able to customize your car more than pretty much any other game would allow. And turn it into a boat or plane on the fly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-minecraft\"><strong>7. Minecraft<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Minecraft Trails &amp; Tales Update: Official Launch Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Rla3FUlxJdE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right now, some of you are thinking, \u201cIs this guy actually about to explain Minecraft?\u201d If that\u2019s you, just skip ahead. It\u2019s fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the beginners out there, Minecraft is the game that popularized the survival-crafting genre. Despite its basic appearance, the gameplay loop of exploration, crafting items from resources you find, and building your dream home from blocks is notoriously addictive. It was released in 2011, and still enjoys a highly active community. Just\u2026 be in your base come nightfall, if you can help it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note: the PC version is named a little differently, being called: Minecraft: Java &amp; Bedrock Edition for PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-no-man-s-sky\"><strong>8. No Man\u2019s Sky<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"No Man's Sky: Omega - Official Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ydl7OpJbQs8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oh look, it\u2019s another game list, and I\u2019m talking about No Man\u2019s Sky again. Go figure. Well, No Man\u2019s Sky is absolutely the best arcade, exploration, base building, and universe simulator in existence, and that\u2019s unlikely to change any time soon. If you haven\u2019t given it a good go yet, it\u2019s time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-tom-clancy-s-rainbow-six-siege\"><strong>9. Tom Clancy\u2019s Rainbow Six Siege<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Rainbow Six Siege: Year 9 Cinematic Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hLjEHanGIuI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate, EA Play<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another game that launched poorly, but is now quite respected, Rainbow 6 Siege has developed a passionate fanbase of tactical FPS players. With tons of operators, weapons, and gadgets to choose from, it\u2019s a sort of tactical playground full of mischief and distant cries of \u201cLAG!\u201d or \u201cHACKS!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-remnant-ii-standard-edition\"><strong>10. Remnant II \u2013 Standard Edition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Remnant 2 - Launch Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zU6_2QnhP3U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A few games have tried to perfect the \u201cDark Souls With Guns\u201d concept, but none have managed it quite so well as the Remnant games. The sequel to Remnant: From the Ashes, Remnant II refines almost everything about the first game, while giving you new gear to play with, new enemies to fight, and pretty much everything else you\u2019d want. And you can do it all in co-op.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-sea-of-thieves\"><strong>11. Sea of Thieves<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sea of Thieves: A Pirate's Life - Gameplay Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s8dT1VnuliM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Embed: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Core, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sea of Thieves is probably the ultimate cartoony pirate simulator ever made. Sail the high seas, fight off other players, find treasure with your friends, and there\u2019s even a quest chain with THE Jack Sparrow, if you\u2019re into that sort of thing. It\u2019s a rollicking good time, even if you can\u2019t turn off the PVP and might get your ship sunk now and then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-space-engineers\"><strong>12. Space Engineers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Space Engineers gameplay trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NHoOcs7Mroc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Embed: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another great cooperative survival title, Space Engineers sees you and your friends building up everything you need to survive in the cold vastness of space. It\u2019s good fun, even if it\u2019s a bit complex. Well, you\u2019re supposed to be an engineer, after all. It IS rocket science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-13-stranded-deep\"><strong>13. Stranded Deep<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Stranded Deep - Official Online Co-op Launch Trailer | Available Now\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PS9v1rh7CfY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Console, PC, Ultimate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a newer survival title with a distinct pirate theme and a fair bit of underwater adventure. Think Subnautica meets Sea of Thieves, and you\u2019ll begin to get the idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-14-battlefield-1\"><strong>14. Battlefield 1<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Battlefield 1 Official Gameplay Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4pY3hlQEOc0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Ultimate, EA Play<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, Battlefield 2042 is on Game Pass. Yes, I\u2019ve played 400+ hours of that, and it has the larger player base, and it\u2019s newer. But this list is about the BEST multiplayer games on Game Pass, and Battlefield 1 is by far the better title. Just saying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-it-takes-two\"><strong>15. It Takes Two<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"It Takes Two \u2013 Official Gameplay Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GAWHzGNcTEw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms: Console, PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game Pass tiers: Ultimate, EA Play<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It Takes Two is a game that has won quite a few awards, including Game of the Year at the 2021 Game Awards. It\u2019s meant for two players (with both local and online co-op available), and follows the story of a couple trying to undo the magic spell that turned them into dolls\u2026 while maybe fixing their marriage?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\"><strong>Why Do Gamers Use VPNs?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enhanced security, enhanced privacy, and better connections. Let\u2019s break that down: a VPN works by routing your internet traffic through a server in the location of your choice, and encrypting all traffic between your home network and that server. Those two features serve to hide your IP address at the other end, and stop anyone on the local network from spying on what you do, including your ISP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This gets you around local network blocks and protects you from DDoS attacks. What\u2019s more, better <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/gaming-vpn\">gaming VPNs<\/a> will automatically look for the best route to your destination, often bypassing congested networks and other issues. This results in more stable, and sometimes even faster connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\"><strong>Why PIA Is the Best VPN for Xbox<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Private Internet Access has a worldwide network of 10Gbps NextGen servers designed to handle as much gaming, live streaming, and Netflix in the background as you want. 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Try it out risk-free for 30 days to make sure it\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\"><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714193106750\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does Xbox Game Pass have multiplayer games?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Oh, lots of them. Scroll back up for a list of what I think are the best ones, but here\u2019s a quick list of my favorites: No Man\u2019s Sky, Deep Rock Galactic, and Battlefield 1. Of course, there are multiplayer games of almost every major genre, including your usual shooters, survival games, horror games, sports games, and so many more.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714193118383\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is the best two-player game on Xbox?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Probably the aptly named It Takes Two. It\u2019s a two-person co-op game detailing the journey of a couple as they try to work out their issues\u2026 and get back to normal, having been turned into dolls by a magic spell. I feel it\u2019s only fair to warn you that this is a highly emotional game that has challenged many relationships, but it\u2019s also won a ton of awards.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714193128046\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is GTA 5 on Game Pass?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Nope. It\u2019s not on Game Pass, or PS+ for that matter. The developer, Rockstar, has more than enough brand recognition and a hefty chunk of the game industry\u2019s total revenue at this point, so they don\u2019t need the financial incentives or brand boost that smaller devs get from these programs. However, you\u2019ll need the Game Pass Core (or PS+) to play online.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714193312783\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does Xbox have co-op games?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are plenty of co-op games on the game pass alone, and far more on the store overall. You\u2019ve got your big names like Fortnite (there are co-op modes), Minecraft, Ark, Destiny 2, Baldur\u2019s Gate 3, and even Final Fantasy 14 is coming to Xbox soon. Then you have myriad lesser-known titles, like Goat Simulator 3, which you should try.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714193321283\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why do gamers use VPNs?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Well, you have the usual reasons, of course: enhanced security and privacy. In particular, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/\">PIA VPN<\/a> can help you avoid DDoS attacks and some other malicious behaviors by hiding your IP address. It can also help get past local network blocks on game traffic, and even get you a faster connection with better ping\u2026 under specific circumstances.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714193350834\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What\u2019s the best VPN for Xbox?<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As you might expect, we recommend Private Internet Access. 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