December 2025 brings a strong and diverse lineup of games to Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass, offering subscribers a mix of strategy, action, horror, adventure, and fighting games. This month includes both highly anticipated AAA releases and unique indie projects, making it a great way to close out the year for Game Pass users on console and PC.
Below is a detailed look at each game arriving on the service in December 2025.
Monster Train 2 - December 3
Available on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass
Monster Train 2 expands on the formula of the original hit roguelike deck-building game. Players once again take control of powerful clans, building decks filled with creatures, spells, and upgrades while defending a multi-level train from relentless enemies.
The sequel introduces new factions, deeper progression systems, and more strategic choices during combat. Battles remain fast-paced but highly tactical, rewarding smart deck construction and positioning. With randomized runs and high replay value, Monster Train 2 is an excellent choice for fans of strategy games and roguelikes.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle - December 4
Available on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a cinematic, story-driven action-adventure game set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. Players step into the role of the iconic archaeologist as he travels across the globe in search of ancient artifacts tied to the mysterious Great Circle.
The game focuses on exploration, puzzle-solving, and immersive storytelling, with first-person gameplay that puts players directly in Indy’s shoes. Expect ancient ruins, historical mysteries, dangerous enemies, and classic Indiana Jones humor, all wrapped in a high-production experience designed for modern hardware.
ROUTINE - December 4
Available on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass
ROUTINE is a first-person sci-fi horror game set on an abandoned lunar base, inspired by retro visions of the future. The game emphasizes atmosphere, tension, and isolation rather than constant action, creating a slow-burn horror experience.
Players explore dark, empty corridors while uncovering the secrets behind the station’s collapse.
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Death Howl - December 9
Available on PC Game Pass
Death Howl is a unique blend of action combat and deck-building mechanics, set in a haunting, myth-inspired world. Players follow the story of a grieving mother who enters the realm of spirits in an attempt to reunite with her lost child.
Combat combines real-time encounters with card-based abilities, allowing players to customize their playstyle through deck construction. The game stands out for its emotional narrative, artistic presentation, and unconventional mix of genres, offering a more experimental and story-focused experience.
Mortal Kombat 1 - December 10
Available on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass
Mortal Kombat 1 reboots the legendary fighting franchise with a newly created timeline shaped by Fire God Liu Kang. The game introduces redesigned characters, updated combat mechanics, and new modes while preserving the brutal, fast-paced fighting the series is known for.
In addition to classic one-on-one battles, Mortal Kombat 1 features cinematic story content, online multiplayer, and the Kameo Fighter system, which adds assist characters to fights for extended combos and strategies. Its arrival on Game Pass gives subscribers access to one of the most popular fighting games of the generation.
The December 2025 lineup for Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass delivers a well-rounded selection of games across multiple genres. From deep strategic gameplay in Monster Train 2 to cinematic adventure in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, tense horror in ROUTINE, emotional storytelling in Death Howl, and competitive action in Mortal Kombat 1, there is something for every type of player.
With both major releases and creative indie titles included, December is a strong month for Game Pass subscribers looking to discover new games or jump into high-profile releases before the end of the year.
