Xbox Game Pass members can enjoy free access to Subnautica, Project Motor Racing, One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, and Graveyard Keeper from Thursday to Sunday. Explore an underwater alien world, hit the racing track, master pirate warfare, or manage a mysterious graveyard. Discover how to start playing and keep the fun going beyond the weekend.
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Discover the best new additions to Xbox Game Pass this weekend, including Subnautica 2's enhanced underwater survival, the strategic deckbuilding of Black Jacket, and the Lovecraftian puzzle-solving of Call of the Elder Gods. With over two million copies sold, Subnautica 2 leads the pack, but each game offers a unique experience. Whether you're exploring alien oceans, escaping hell through card play, or unraveling mystical mysteries, there's something for every gamer.
Subnautica 2, despite facing pre-release controversy, has surged to the top of Steam charts with over 1 million players in its first week, landing among the Top 10 most played games at launch. This milestone underscores the game's broad appeal and the community's positive reception. The title's success highlights its ability to overcome initial criticisms.
Subnautica 2 has achieved a remarkable launch, attracting 467,000 concurrent players on Steam within its first hour and selling 1 million copies in the same timeframe. Despite being in Early Access, the game's co-op, meaty narrative, and expansive sea exploration have already drawn in a massive audience. With its positive but cautious critical reception, Subnautica 2 sets a promising foundation for its ongoing development.
Subnautica 2's Early Access launch offers a compelling yet flawed experience, with heavy-handed guidance and pacing issues marring an otherwise engaging crafting adventure. Despite this, the game's beauty, expansive base building, and new creatures make for a solid, entertaining play. With a 2-3 year development plan, there's hope for significant improvements.
Subnautica 2 and Forza Horizon 6 are among the latest games to achieve Steam Deck Verified status, ensuring optimal performance on the handheld PC. Despite leaks plaguing both titles ahead of their releases, this certification brings welcome news for fans eager to play on the go. Mina the Hollower and Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight are also verified.
Get ready to dive back into the depths with Subnautica 2 as a new teaser trailer and 2-hour Deep Dive video set the stage for its Early Access launch on May 14th. The game promises to retain its unsettling tension, with the development team confirming no use of generative AI in its creation. Early buyers are in for a treat with a unique, buildable in-game Reaper statue.
Subnautica 2, despite facing development turmoil, launches into Early Access on May 14 for PC at $29.99. The game's design lead, Anthony Gallegos, credits the community's enthusiasm for keeping the team motivated through challenges. Players can expect a strong but unpolished foundation with bugs and an incomplete story at launch.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's price drops to $22.99, yet the service's value increases with day-one additions like Forza Horizon 6 (set in Japan with over 550 cars) and Subnautica 2 (featuring co-op) in May 2026. These titles, along with several indie gems, bolster the library starting from May 6 through May 19. The reduced price point of $22.99 for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, down from $29.99, makes these additions even more appealing, especially considering the previous price of $19.99 before October last year.
