Top Xbox Game Pass Strategy Games for January 2025

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• Best Xbox Game Pass Strategy Games

  • Aliens: Dark Descent
  • Age Of Empires 4: Anniversary Edition
  • Age of Mythology: Retold
  • Halo Wars
  • Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
  • Wartales
  • Metal Slug Tactics
  • Dungeons 4
  • Humankind
  • Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord
  • Slay The Spire
  • Wildfrost
  • Stellaris
  • Gears Tactics
  • Crusader Kings 3
  • Minecraft Legends

• Best PC Game Pass Strategy Games

  • StarCraft Remastered & StarCraft 2
  • Frostpunk 2
  • Against The Storm
  • Rise Of Nations: Extended Edition
  • Dungeon Keeper 2
  • Command & Conquer Remastered Collection

Strategy games have come a long way in the console market, evolving from rare appearances to a robust selection available on platforms like Xbox Game Pass. These games offer a rich experience for those who enjoy the thrill of commanding forces and managing resources from the comfort of their living room.

Xbox Game Pass subscribers have a variety of strategy games at their fingertips, catering to different tastes and play styles. Whether you're interested in managing a vast empire across the stars or engaging in tactical battles with quirky characters, there's something for everyone.

While strategy games are the focus, tactical games are also included due to their strategic elements and similarities to traditional strategy games.

Updated January 5, 2025 by Mark Sammut: As we step into the new year, the excitement for what 2025 holds is palpable. Xbox Game Pass is poised for a strong year, building on the momentum from the end of 2024. New strategy games are on the horizon, with titles like Commandos: Origins and Football Manager 25 set to captivate fans. In the meantime, subscribers can dive into a strategy game that was added to Game Pass in December 2024. Click below to jump to that title.

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Aliens: Dark Descent

A Stressful Tactics Game That Is Perfect For Fans Of The Source Material

Aliens: Dark Descent is a gripping tactics game that perfectly captures the essence of the iconic Aliens franchise. This game immerses players in a high-stress environment where every decision can mean the difference between survival and disaster. Fans of the source material will appreciate the attention to detail and the intense atmosphere that mirrors the tension of the films. With its strategic depth and thrilling gameplay, Aliens: Dark Descent is a must-play for those who enjoy tactical challenges and the Aliens universe.