The launch of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S is today, markedly the biggest day of the year for Microsoft. The Xbox Game Pass is also experiencing its busiest day of the year, with a variety of new titles added that take advantage of the Xbox Series X's power.

Xbox Game Pass has been steadily increasing its selection of games over the years since its launch in 2017. Additionally, subscribers can now also download titles from EA Play, adding further value to the service.

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In addition to brand-new games, a bunch of Xbox One titles are being optimized for the Xbox Series X. While some of the Xbox Series X upgrade plans have been detailed, all of the new info can be difficult to juggle. This is especially true given the vast number of recent additions to Game Pass. Although not a complete list, here's a quick breakdown of the biggest updates to note:

  • Ark: Survival Evolved - The new update adds improved features, including a laundry list of next-gen visual improvements and quicker loading times.
  • Dead by Daylight: Special Edition - The game will run at 4K and 60FPS. Dead by Daylight will reportedly get visual upgrades every six weeks after the current Chapter and Archive roadmap.
  • Forza Horizon 4 - Upgraded to run at 4K and 60FPS, the latest Forza title will benefit from faster loading times and other improvements
  • Gears 5 - The Gears franchise will see significantly improved visuals on Xbox Series X. Cutscenes are at 60FPS and there is 120FPS support for multiplayer.
  • Gears Tactics - Another game receiving the 4K, 60FPS treatment.Gears Tactics also boasts faster loading times as well as Variable Rate Shading.
  • Grounded - The upgrade for Grounded will see the game running at 60FPS and 4K on the Xbox Series X. The game will see improved visual fidelity, loading times, and HDR support.
  • Ori and the Will of the Wisps - Another major upgrade, Ori is capable of playing at 6K, and 120FPS on the Series X. The game runs at 4K on the Xbox Series S.
  • Planet Coaster: Console Edition - The game releases with the Xbox Game Pass today. There hasn't been anything revealed, however, regarding specific enhancements.
  • Sea of Thieves - Rare's popular pirate game is now running at 4K, 60FPS on the Xbox Series X and at 1080p on the Series S. The game also features improved loading times.
  • Tetris Effect: Connected - a day one launch title, the latest Tetris game runs at 60FPS. The title runs at 4K on the Series X, and 1440p on the Series S.
  • The TourystThe indie adventure renders a native 6K, 60FPS on the Xbox Series X. Comparatively, it can also run in a 4K, 120FPS, should players prefer.

Despite not being mentioned specifically, Halo: The Master Chief Collection is launching its own Series X optimizations as well on November 17.

Microsoft has created four different subscriptions in total. These include Xbox Game Pass for console, for PC, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and Xbox Live Gold. Game Pass for console and PC are self-explanatory, although the Ultimate version may need a bit of clearing up. Players can not only access over 100 games on PC and console, but they also get Games with Gold. In addition, Game Pass Ultimate subscribers get up to 75% off Xbox One titles, along with exclusive deals and discounts. Because of the heavy push to get players on board with Ultimate, Microsoft may consequently phase out Xbox Live Gold altogether.

Xbox is certainly going all-in on its Game Pass. With the addition of EA's catalog and more coming in the near future, Microsoft isn't slowing down. Even Bethesda Studios' Todd Howard has confirmed that both Starfield and The Elder Scrolls 6 will be Xbox Game Pass titles on day one. It should be interesting to see how significantly subscriptions services like this will affect the video game industry going forward.

However, not all gamers are particularly on-board with going digital. Some prefer to own their games outright, rather than temporarily playing them via an online service. Players who do decide to stick with the physical route for new games will need to watch out for confusing Xbox Series X box art.

The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are available now.

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Source: Pure Xbox