In September 2023, Xbox Game Pass subscribers will have the opportunity to download a slew of free games on console, PC and across devices on cloud.
Xbox Game Pass: Free games you can download in September 2023
Take a look at the full breakdown of Xbox Game Pass releases dropping in September 2023.
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Gris – Available on Console, PC and Cloud from 5 September 2023
Gris is an emotionally charged game that follows the journey of a young girl named Gris as she navigates her world while coping with a painful experience. Her dress transforms, granting her unique abilities to navigate her fading reality. As the story unfolds, Gris undergoes emotional growth, altering her perception of the world and unveiling new pathways to explore through her newfound powers.
Starfield – Available on Console, PC and Cloud from 6 September 2023
Starfield marks a groundbreaking entry from Bethesda Game Studios, the acclaimed creators behind The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4, offering players an entirely new universe to explore. This next-generation role-playing game invites players to craft their unique character and embark on an unparalleled spacefaring adventure to uncover humanity’s greatest enigma.
Set in the year 2330, Starfield transports players beyond our solar system, where new planets are settled, and humanity thrives as spacefarers. As a member of Constellation, a select group of explorers in pursuit of rare artefacts across the galaxy, players will navigate the limitless expanses of space within Bethesda Game Studios’ most expansive and ambitious game to date.
Lies of P – Available on Console and PC from 19 September 2023
Lies of P is a captivating third-person action game that immerses players into a world of intrigue and biomechanical adversaries. As the humanoid Pinocchio, players traverse the enigmatic city of Krat, combining exploration with intense combat against a variety of foes.
Guiding Pinocchio through this perilous landscape, players employ an array of weaponry, including swords and axes, to engage in battles with biomechanical adversaries. The combat system integrates strategic dodging and blocking, allowing players to masterfully fend off incoming attacks.
At the core of Pinocchio’s arsenal is a mechanical arm with versatile gadgets, such as a grappling hook for manipulation and a flamethrower for fiery confrontation. The weapon and crafting system boasts an impressive variety, featuring 30 diverse weapon types with over 100 possible combinations, ensuring that combat remains dynamic and thrilling.
Lies of P introduces a unique gameplay element through its “Lying System.” Choices made by players during pivotal moments influence the direction of the narrative, leading to three distinct endings. This mechanic adds depth to the storyline and encourages players to explore multiple paths to uncover the game’s full narrative spectrum.
More games coming to Xbox Game Pass in September 2023 include:
GAME | DATE | PLATFORM |
Party Animals | 20 Sept 2023 | Console |
Payday 3 | 21 Sept 2023 | Console, PC, Cloud |
Cocoon | 29 Sept 2023 | Console, PC |
Xbox Game Pass: Here’s how it works
The digital game market is flooded with new releases, and the top picks are usually pricier than the rest. To mitigate this and give gamers an equal playing field, irrespective of social or class status, Microsoft introduced a tiered subscription model where Xbox users could download free games or, better yet, get premium releases at discounted prices.
The are two tiers, Xbox Game Pass and Ultimate. The former grants gamers access to catalogues for use on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and mobile device. On the other hand, the Game Pass Ultimate tier unlocks Gold titles and comes along with an Xbox Live subscription.
Game Pass can be purchased in one of three ways:
- Console only: R99 per month
- PC only: R99 per month
- Ultimate: R149 per month