Welcome to the Game Pass or Pass Game of the Year 2024 episode! This year has been an incredible journey through the diverse and ever-expanding Xbox Game Pass library. Join your hosts, Basher and Cory, as they debate, celebrate, and ultimately crown the best game of 2024. Here are the contenders:

1. Remnant 2

Why It’s Here: A gripping co-op experience that pushes the boundaries of what a sequel can achieve. With its refined mechanics, engaging narrative, and stunning world design, Remnant 2 has set a new standard for action-RPGs.

2. RoboQuest

Why It’s Here: Fast-paced and endlessly replayable, RoboQuest combines roguelike elements with exhilarating first-person shooting. Its unique art style and addictive gameplay loop have kept us coming back for more.

3. Slay the Spire

Why It’s Here: A timeless deck-building masterpiece that continues to captivate players with its strategic depth and endless possibilities. Its inclusion on Game Pass brings this indie darling to a wider audience.

4. Resident Evil 3

Why It’s Here: Capcom’s modernized remake of a survival horror classic. With its breathtaking visuals and relentless tension, Resident Evil 3 proves why it remains a fan favorite.

5. Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess

Why It’s Here: A visually striking and thematically rich adventure that combines unique gameplay mechanics with a deeply immersive world. Kunitsu-Gami is a standout for its creativity and execution.

6. Still Wakes the Deep

Why It’s Here: Atmospheric, terrifying, and unforgettable, this first-person horror experience leverages environmental storytelling to deliver a spine-chilling tale of survival and mystery.

In this episode of Game Pass or Pass, Basher and Cory dive deep into the desert dunes of Atlas Fallen. Developed by Deck13, known for their work on action RPGs, this title blends fast-paced combat with an expansive world brimming with mythological creatures and hidden secrets. But does this desert adventure stand out, or does it get buried under the sand?

Join us as we break down Atlas Fallen's unique combat system, the expansive world design, and its focus on traversal and verticality. We’ll also discuss the story, characters, and whether its RPG elements stack up against other titles available on Game Pass. Can Atlas Fallen carve its place in your gaming library, or should you let the sands of time pass it by?

Tune in for our thoughts, and find out whether this action-packed RPG is worth your time

In this episode, we dive into Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, a game that caught us off guard with its deep mechanics and captivating art style. At first glance, it may seem like just another action-adventure title, but beneath the surface lies a surprisingly intricate experience. We explore how the game's unique blend of strategic combat, cultural influences, and stunning visuals come together to create something truly special. Tune in as we break down the gameplay, the story, and why this game might deserve more attention than it’s getting.