Top Xbox Games of 2024: Metacritic’s Best

Top Xbox Games of 2024: Metacritic’s Best

2024 was a significant year for Xbox, marked by a wider release of first-party titles on other platforms and the expansion of Game Pass. The Xbox library saw impressive additions. First-party releases included Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl. Third-party hits like Neon White and Final Fantasy XIV further enriched the gaming experience, alongside day-one Game Pass releases such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Metacritic has compiled a list of the top-reviewed Xbox games of 2024 (as of December 5th). Below is a highlight, including some surprising contenders. For more extensive lists, check out GameSpot’s best Xbox Series X|S games and best Xbox Game Pass games.

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

This expansion delivers more of what made the original Elden Ring a triumph. Elegantly grim and challenging, it’s a must-have for fans.

Metascore: 95 | Read our Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree review