Get ready to dive into a world of gaming excitement as Xbox Game Pass announces its latest lineup of titles for May 2024 Wave 2. This update brings a diverse range of games, from critically acclaimed classics to action-packed adventures, ensuring there’s something for every type of gamer.
Xbox Game Pass May 2024 Wave 2 games
1. Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons – A timeless classic returns
Available today, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons makes its return to the Game Pass library. This award-winning classic, developed by Starbreeze Studios and directed by Josef Fares, takes players on an epic fairy tale journey. With its unique control system, where each brother is controlled by a thumb stick, players will solve puzzles, explore varied locations, and fight boss battles in a beautifully crafted world.
2. Chants of Sennaar – Unravel the mysteries of the tower
On May 15, Chants of Sennaar will be available, offering an award-winning puzzle adventure experience. Players will embark on a quest to reunite the Peoples of the Tower, observing, listening, and deciphering ancient languages in a fascinating universe inspired by the Myth of Babel.
3. EA Sports NHL 24 – Authentic hockey experience
Hockey fans will be thrilled to know that EA Sports NHL 24 will be available via EA Play on May 16, bringing the intensity of hockey to Xbox Cloud Gaming. With new gameplay features that enhance the pressure, physicality, and control of authentic on-ice action, this installment promises to deliver a more immersive experience than ever before.
4. Immortals of Aveum – Unleash your magical powers
Also arriving on May 16 via EA Play is Immortals of Aveum, a single-player, first-person magic shooter. Players will take on the role of Jak, joining an elite order of battlemages to save a world on the edge of destruction. With its inclusion in the Xbox Game Pass and Ultimate via EA Play, subscribers can look forward to unleashing an arsenal of spells in this action-packed adventure.
5. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II – A brutal viking journey
The highly anticipated sequel to Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, launches on May 21. This brutal journey of survival through Viking Iceland promises to be an unforgettable experience, with Senua facing a battle to overcome the darkness within and without. As with the other titles, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II will be available on day one with Game Pass, allowing subscribers to dive in immediately.
6. Galacticare – Saving the galaxy one hospital at a time
On May 23, Galacticare will be available, offering a unique blend of strategy and humor. Players will take on the role of the Director of Galacticare, building hospitals and recruiting staff to cure bizarre alien illnesses. With its release on day one with Game Pass, subscribers can look forward to saving the galaxy in story mode or designing the hospital of their dreams in sandbox mode.
7. Hauntii – A captivating ghostly adventure
Also arriving on May 23 is Hauntii, a captivating adventure where players take on the role of a brave yet naive little ghost. With its hand-crafted art style and dynamic soundtrack, Hauntii promises to be a visually stunning experience, as players possess, solve puzzles, and shape their fate in this immersive adventure.
8. Moving Out 2 – The ultimate furniture arrangement experience
On May 28, Moving Out 2 will be available, offering a fun and chaotic furniture arrangement experience. Players will work solo or with up to three friends to help the residents of Packmore, and beyond, to pack up and ship out.
9. Humanity – Reconstructing humankind
On May 30, Humanity will be available, an acclaimed action-puzzle game where players take on the role of a Shiba Inu, guiding a mindless human horde to the goal through increasingly challenging stages. With thousands of user-made puzzles expanding on the breadth of mechanics, Humanity promises to be a challenging and engaging experience.
10. Lords of the Fallen – A dark fantasy action-RPG
Also arriving on May 30 is Lords of the Fallen, a dark fantasy action-RPG where players embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. With its recent ‘Master of Fate’ update, Lords of the Fallen promises to deliver a vast and immersive gaming experience.
11. Firework – A gripping police investigation
On June 4, Firework will be available, a gripping police investigation game where players take on the role of a rookie police officer re-investigating a closed case. As the investigation deepens, the past of the victims gradually emerges, making the case more bewildering.
12. Rolling Hills – A cozy life sim
Also arriving on June 4 is Rolling Hills, a life sim where players serve up sushi as a robot chef in a cozy village. With its focus on building relationships, purchasing ingredients, and enhancing the shop, Rolling Hills promises to be a heartwarming experience.
DLC and game updates
In addition to the new games, several DLC and game updates are coming soon. Vampire Survivors: Operation Guns is available now, offering a roguelike experience with new guns and characters. Minecraft is celebrating its 15-year anniversary, with upcoming announcements and 500 Minecoins available for Game Pass members starting May 15. The Starfield Update, arriving on May 15, will bring more detailed surface maps, new gameplay difficulty options, and display settings, among other features.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate perks
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members will receive exclusive perks, including a Perks Bundle for Naraka: Bladepoint, featuring exclusive headgear, new season treasures, and more. Minecraft players will also receive 500 Minecoins, which can be spent on epic adventure maps, skins, add-ons, and more imaginative content.
Games leaving May 31
Several games will be leaving the Game Pass library on May 31, including Chicory: A Colorful Tale, Farworld Pioneers, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle, Pac-man Museum Plus, Little Witch in the Woods, and Railway Empire II. Players are encouraged to jump back in and tie up loose ends or grab extra achievements before they leave.
The May 2024 Wave 2 lineup for Xbox Game Pass promises to deliver a diverse range of gaming experiences, from critically acclaimed classics to action-packed adventures. With these titles available on day one with Game Pass, subscribers can look forward to an exciting month of gaming ahead.
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