Get ready to say goodbye to boredom, because Xbox Game Pass is closing out the year with a bang! December’s lineup is a gamer’s dream, packed with everything from retro-style superhero brawls to scenic road trips and nostalgic 90s vibes. But here’s where it gets exciting: Marvel Cosmic Invasion is joining the library on day one, bringing its slick, arcade-inspired action to consoles and PCs. This isn’t just another game—it’s a love letter to classic beat ‘em ups, starring icons like Wolverine and Spider-Man as they punch, blast, and tag-team their way through an alien invasion in New York City. And this is the part most people miss: it’s the latest masterpiece from Dotemu and Tribute Games, the same teams behind 2022’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge. But is it enough to steal the spotlight?
The festivities kick off tomorrow, November 19, with a wave of new additions to the service. Here’s what’s landing on your screen:
- Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (PC) – November 19 (Game Preview, Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)
- Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo (Cloud, Console, PC) – November 19 (Game Pass Premium)
- Revenge of the Savage Planet (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – November 19 (Game Pass Premium)
- Monsters are Coming! Rock & Road (Handheld, PC) – November 20 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)
- The Crew Motorfest (Cloud, Console, PC) – November 20 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)
- Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – November 25 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)
- Kill It With Fire! 2 (Cloud, Console, PC) – November 25 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)
- Marvel Cosmic Invasion (Cloud, Console, Handheld, PC) – December 1 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)
- Lost Records: Bloom & Rage (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – December 2 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)
While Marvel Cosmic Invasion is undoubtedly a December highlight, it’s not the only game worth your time. The Crew Motorfest offers a stunning open-world racing experience, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage delivers a narrative-driven adventure, and Revenge of the Savage Planet brings back its quirky Metroidvania charm. But here’s the controversial question: With so many games vying for attention, can Marvel Cosmic Invasion truly stand out, or is it just another superhero title in a crowded field?
As always, some games are waving goodbye to the service. You’ve got until November 30 to dive into these titles before they leave:
- Barbie Project Friendship
- Lords of the Fallen
- Octopath Traveler
- Octopath Traveler II
- SteamWorld Build
The silver lining? You can grab these games at up to 20% off before they’re gone. So, what are you waiting for? Dive in, and let us know in the comments: Which December release are you most excited for, and do you think Marvel Cosmic Invasion will live up to the hype?
