Get ready to level up your gaming library, because Xbox Game Pass is dropping a November lineup that’s nothing short of epic—and yes, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is leading the charge, available on day one. But here’s where it gets even more exciting: Microsoft isn’t stopping there. They’ve announced a whopping ten additional titles joining the service this month, each bringing something unique to the table. Let’s dive into what’s coming and why this might just be the most thrilling Game Pass update yet.
Kicking things off on November 5 is Dead Static Drive, an indie survival-horror gem that throws you into a retro 1980s road trip filled with spine-chilling moments. Sharing the spotlight that day is Sniper Elite: Resistance, a tactical third-person shooter that lets you and your friends team up in a co-op campaign to master the art of long-range precision. But here’s the part most people miss: while Black Ops 7 is undoubtedly a headliner, the real star of this month might just be Egging On, a quirky platformer where you play as—you guessed it—an egg. Your mission? Escape the hen house while navigating perilous obstacles and dizzying heights with nothing but your fragile shell to protect you. Talk about pressure! Arriving the same day is Whiskerwood, a charming strategy game where mice must build colonies under the watchful eye of a feline overlord. Who knew world-building could be so adorably intense?
The hits keep coming on November 11 with Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris, a co-op adventure that lets you team up with friends to solve puzzles and battle enemies, alongside Pigeon Simulator, a hilariously chaotic game that lets you live the life of a pigeon in an open-world city. And then, on November 14, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 finally arrives, packing 16 intense 6v6 maps and two massive 20v20 battlegrounds at launch. Whether you’re a tactical mastermind or a chaos enthusiast, there’s something here for everyone.
But here’s where it gets controversial: Microsoft recently hiked the price of the Game Pass Ultimate tier from $20 to $30 per month—a 50% increase. While this gives you access to day-one releases like Black Ops 7, it’s left many gamers debating whether the value still matches the cost. After all, this follows price increases in 2024, leaving some to wonder if the service is becoming less accessible. Is the premium worth it, or is Microsoft pushing the limits of what gamers are willing to pay? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
Below is the full list of November additions, along with the games leaving on November 15. Note which tier you’ll need for each title—because yes, not all games are available on every tier. Let us know which one you’re most excited to dive into!
November 5
- Dead Static Drive — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
- Sniper Elite: Resistance — Game Pass Premium
November 6
- Egging On — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
- Whiskerwood — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
November 7
- Voidtrain — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Premium
November 11
- Great God Grove — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Premium
- Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Premium
- Pigeon Simulator — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
November 12
- Relic Hunters Legend — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Premium
- Winter Burrow — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
November 14
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 — Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Leaving on November 15
- Blacksmith Master (Game Preview)
- Football Manager 2024
- Football Manager 2024 Console Edition
- Frostpunk
- Spirittea
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Heart of Chernobyl
So, what’s your take? Are you thrilled about the new additions, or are you still on the fence about the price hike? Let’s keep the conversation going!
