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11 gamesHorror games on Xbox Game Pass range from slow-burn psychological thrillers to jump-scare-heavy survival horror and multiplayer horror games designed to be played with friends, and the genre is consistently one of the more searched-for categories in the library. Because a lot of horror is built around a single tense playthrough rather than long-term replay value, it's an especially good match for Game Pass — you get the scare without needing to justify a full-price purchase for a game you might only finish once. Below are the best horror games on Xbox Game Pass right now, each listed with its Microsoft Store price for comparison.
A lot of the genre's tension relies on audio just as much as visuals, so it's worth checking Dolby Atmos support and playing with headphones if you want the full effect. Several titles here are also built specifically for co-op, so check a game's own page if you're after multiplayer horror games to play with friends rather than a solo experience. Each title below is free with your subscription — the price shown is what it would cost to buy and keep. See other genres or the full catalogue.
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What are the best horror games on Xbox Game Pass?
This page is sorted by rating by default, which surfaces the best horror games on Game Pass first — switch to "Newest" if you're after the latest horror additions to the catalogue instead.
Are there multiplayer horror games on Game Pass?
Yes — alongside single-player horror campaigns, the catalogue includes several co-op and multiplayer horror titles; check each game's own page for its specific player-count and co-op details.