What to Play This Weekend: Xbox Game Pass Highlights Feature Hi-Fi Rush and Classic Assassin's Creed
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Polygon's latest weekend roundup highlights the best Xbox Game Pass games to play right now, featuring rhythm action hit Hi-Fi Rush, Ubisoft's Child of Light, and The Ezio Collection.
Following another packed Xbox showcase where future releases stole the headlines, it is worth remembering just how much incredible content is already sitting in your subscription library. For players looking to dive into something immediately this weekend, Austin Manchester over at Polygon has put together a stellar curation of titles currently available on Xbox Game Pass. Whether you are gaming on a Series X, streaming via cloud on your phone, or catching up on PC, these picks offer a fantastic mix of modern standouts and nostalgic comfort.
The standout recommendation is Tango Gameworks' vibrant rhythm action hit, Hi-Fi Rush. Even if you lack coordination on the dance floor, the game makes the rhythm-based mechanics completely intuitive by having the entire world bounce to the beat. You play as Chai leading a crew of rebels against a corporate mega-conglomerate, backed by an incredible soundtrack. Following a rollercoaster year where the studio was closed by Microsoft only to be happily rescued by Krafton, diving back into this vibrant adventure feels like the best way to support the team while hoping a sequel eventually materializes.
Rounding out the weekend list are a couple of deeply beloved titles that showcase the enduring strength of curated subscription catalogs. Ubisoft's watercolor RPG Child of Light brings a gorgeous fairy-tale aesthetic and engaging turn-based combat that still holds up brilliantly years after launch. For stealth enthusiasts looking for a heavy dose of nostalgia, The Ezio Collection packages together some of the absolute finest entries in the Assassin's Creed franchise. It is the perfect excuse to jump back into historical settings and watch Ezio evolve from a reckless youth into a legendary master assassin. Check out the original breakdown over at Polygon for more details.
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Original article: Polygon