5 Games You Need to Play on Xbox This Weekend (July 4

With a long weekend ahead for many players, now’s the perfect time to power up an Xbox and dive into a slate of bold, story-driven experiences. Whether downloading titles on Xbox Series X|S or tapping into Game Pass’ offerings, there’s no shortage of gripping adventures to explore, especially for those drawn to alternate histories, wartime drama, and worlds shaped by resistance and rebirth. It’s a standout weekend for storytelling on Xbox, offering something for everyone across genres and generations.

Each of these titles captures a different facet of rebellion, reflection, or reckoning, whether through sweeping set pieces, character-driven storytelling, or richly imagined settings. There’s something here for fans of historical fiction games, speculative pieces, and everything in between. From large-scale battles to deeply personal moments of reckoning, these games invite players to interrogate power, identity, and the cost of change. Whether a player is revisiting a cult favorite or diving into a new release, the weekend is an ideal time to explore narratives that challenge, provoke, and entertain, and few platforms showcase that breadth better than Xbox right now.

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Call of Duty: WWII

Call of Duty: WW2 is a 2017 title that was just recently added to Game Pass. This explosive first-person shooter follows a U.S First Infantry Division recruit who is thrust into the midst of D-Day. Red Daniels’ journey along the European Western Front features some of the most pivotal moments of global conflict, while also balancing gravity with breathtaking visuals, incredible voice acting, and heartfelt camaraderie.

Call of Duty: WW2 marks a return to the series’ traditional “boots-on-the-ground” gameplay. Sledgehammer Games delivered simulated mechanics that serve as a throwback while adapting well to the historic setting, offering players an immersive run-and-gun game that will have them coming back for “just one more round.” With this being Fourth of July weekend, now is the perfect time to play through this FPS.

South of Midnight

Exploring the often-overlooked corners of the United States can be challenging, but the magic of video games makes it possible. South of Midnight places players in the Deep South and follows Hazel, a 19-year-old young woman thrown into a Southern Gothic world after a hurricane rips through her hometown. Hazel now weaves an ancient power that will help her reconstruct the decayed county of Prospero, while helping her reconcile the traumas that consume the horrific creatures she encounters.

For players seeking a modern setting infused with fantasy, South of Midnight is sure to satisfy that desire. South of Midnight brings the Deep South to life with immense respect and nuance, making Compulsion Games’ 2025 title a haunting yet enchanting narrative journey.

South of Midnight

Systems

6/10

Released: April 8, 2025
ESRB: rp
Developer(s): Compulsion Games
Publisher(s): Xbox Game Studios
Engine: Unreal Engine 5

Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus

For fans of alternate history, Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus is the perfect title. Set in 1960s America, the game invites players into a world where Nazi rule has taken over modern society. Terror Billy is the protagonist and humanity’s last hope, embarking on a journey to recruit the only remaining resistance leaders in the world in hopes of overthrowing tyranny.

MachineGames offers players a definitive first-person shooter experience that builds upon the franchise’s legacy through creative storytelling and impeccable worldbuilding. Players who grab this title on Xbox get to help spark a second American Revolution in gaming—filling their weekend with close calls and a reignited sense of hope.

Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus

8/10

Released: October 27, 2017
ESRB: M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Partial Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Drugs
Engine: id Tech 6

BioShock Infinite: The Complete Edition

An incredible soundtrack, impeccable aesthetics, and a poignant critique of what the American Dream can look like for some—there’s a lot to love about BioShock Infinite. The third installment of the BioShock series transports players to Columbia, a flying city perched upon the clouds. The protagonist, Booker DeWitt, finds himself in over his head after becoming indebted to the wrong crowd. He is tasked with rescuing a woman named Elizabeth, who has been imprisoned in the city since she was a child. But he soon discovers that this rescue mission will quickly turn into a nightmare. To survive a class war and uncover the dark secrets that bind Columbia together, Booker must team up with Elizabeth and her magical abilities.

BioShock Infinite’s timelines and lore can be confusing, and its grueling combat system puts even the most seasoned player to the test. Luckily, players who grab BioShock Infinite: The Complete Edition get to practice their first-person shooter skills and learn more about its setting through its DLC—arguably some of the most entertaining campaigns the game has to offer. This edition of the game includes Clash in the Clouds, Burial at Sea Episodes 1 & 2, Columbia’s Finest Pack, and the Early Bird Special Pack.

BioShock Infinite

10/10

Released: March 26, 2013
ESRB: M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Language, Mild Sexual Themes, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco
Engine: Unreal Engine 3
Franchise: BioShock

Assassin’s Creed 3: Remastered

This Fourth of July weekend, players can immerse themselves in the moment it all began thanks to Assassin’s Creed 3: Remastered. As the quintessential game representing the colonial period, the fifth installment in the Assassin’s Creed series features two intertwining stories on either side of the American Revolution. One story follows Haytham Kenway, a British Templar who seeks to establish the presence of his Order in the American colonies during the French and Indian War. The other, his half-Mohawk son named Ratonhnhake:ton, also known as Connor. Connor becomes an Assassin to defend his people’s lands and avenge his mother’s death.

Assassin’s Creed 3 is an underrated gem, perfect for anyone who enjoys the action-adventure genre, whether they have played an Assassin’s Creed title before or not. The remastered version offers both seasoned players and newcomers a chance to experience Connor’s story with the same level of excitement. Players will embark on Connor’s journey to thwart the Templars’ attempts to influence the outcome of the American Revolution, engaging in a narrative centered on themes of resistance, perseverance, and identity.