Top Xbox Game Pass Strategy Games to Play in January 2025

Strategy games have gradually carved out a niche within the console gaming market. Once a rare sight, the genre has blossomed over the years, especially on platforms like Xbox. Titles designed to engage players in tactical thinking and resource management are now more prevalent, with Xbox Game Pass offering an impressive lineup for enthusiasts.

For those eager to embody the role of a strategic mastermind, Xbox Game Pass provides a rich assortment of options. Whether players seek to orchestrate complex galactic empires or guide quirky characters in whimsical battles, the platform covers all grounds, ensuring that every gamer finds a title suited to their strategic inclinations.

In addition to classic strategy titles, tactical games will also be highlighted, given the overlap in gameplay elements between the two genres.

Updated January 5, 2025 by Mark Sammut: The dawn of a new year presents an exciting opportunity for gamers. With Xbox Game Pass entering 2025 on a high note, subscribers can anticipate a series of strategic titles. Notable upcoming releases include Commandos: Origins and Football Manager 25. In the meantime, users can explore a new strategy game added to Game Pass in December 2024, showcasing the ongoing expansion of the genre on the service.