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43 gamesA game marked 4K renders (or upscales) to a 3840x2160 resolution, delivering sharper detail and cleaner edges than 1080p or 1440p — most visible on a large 4K TV sitting close to the screen. On Xbox Series X this is common across big-budget titles, though the exact resolution can still flex dynamically depending on how demanding a given scene is. Use this list to find Game Pass games that support 4K resolution if you've invested in a 4K display and want the library to actually take advantage of it.
Keep in mind that "4K" on a console often means dynamic or checkerboard resolution rather than a locked native 3840x2160 in every scene — it still looks sharp, but the exact pixel count can flex with performance demands. Combine it with HDR for the games that push the console's display output the hardest. Each title below is free with your subscription — the price shown is what it would cost to buy and keep. See other features or the full catalogue.
Do I need a 4K TV to play these games?
No — these games will run and look fine on a 1080p or 1440p display, but you'll only see the extra resolution these titles support if your TV or monitor is 4K.