Summary
- Xbox Game Pass offers a variety of FPS games for both single-player and multiplayer experiences.
- Superhot, Halo, and Crysis 2 are standout titles on Xbox Game Pass for unique gameplay and immersive experiences.
- From fast-paced shooters like Doom Eternal to narrative-driven games like Prey, there is something for every FPS fan on Xbox Game Pass.
Xbox Game Pass is the best deal in gaming, and it has hundreds of titles to play. Naturally, there are some great FPS games in the catalog to immerse yourself in the shooting experience. The service not only offers popular multiplayer titles but also has a surprisingly healthy offering of single-player and co-op experiences.
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PostsThere is something amazing about seeing through the protagonist’s eyes and going on killing sprees. Tight controls and good shooting mechanics are essential in making a fun shooter. With a ton of FPS games to download and play, it can be daunting to know where to start. These are the ones you should be looking at, though.
Updated May 7, 2025 by Ben Jessey: Good games are regularly added to Xbox Game Pass. For example, in recent times, a few solid FPS titles have joined the service. So, in response, we've updated our collection of the best ones to add them.
Atomfall
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Survival Action Adventure Systems 8.0/10 Released March 27, 2025 ESRB Teen // Blood, Language, Violence Developer(s) Rebellion Developments Publisher(s) Rebellion Developments Number of Players 1 Steam Deck Compatibility Unknown PC Release Date March 27, 2025WHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONAtomfall is a mix of an FPS and a survival game set in 1960s England. However, it isn't an ordinary version of England. This game takes place in an alternate history where a nuclear disaster turned the area into a radioactive quarantine zone.
This is where survival comes in, as the place isn't exactly filled with resources. You have to scavenge for supplies and craft weapons. When combat starts, however, it starts to feel more like an FPS, and a satisfying one at that. The beautiful world and interesting exploration are other good aspects of the game.
Borderlands 3: Ultimate Edition
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First-Person Shooter Action RPG Systems 4.0/5 Released September 13, 2019 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language Developer(s) Gearbox Software Publisher(s) 2K Games Engine Unreal Engine 4 Multiplayer Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Local Co-Op Cross-Platform Play PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|SWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONBorderlands 3 is a looter-shooter in the vein of its predecessors, where players aim to incrementally upgrade their arsenal through completing missions, defeating enemies, and upgrading skills. Set on the planet of Pandora, your aim as a Vault Hunter is to take down the Calypso siblings and save Pandora.
Platform(s) Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Stadia, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S Powered by Expand CollapseWhether playing alone or with friends, the Borderlands games have often been a joy to behold. This continues with Borderlands 3, where you play as a group of Vault Hunters taking on a pair of dangerous twins.
Each of the playable characters is their own class and provides different abilities. So, your overall experience is slightly different depending on who you're controlling. However, the core gunplay is smooth and a lot of fun, no matter who is holding the weapon.
The Ultimate Edition also includes the game's DLC content.
Mullet Madjack
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FPS Systems Released May 15, 2024 ESRB M For Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Violence Developer(s) Hammer95 Studios Publisher(s) Epopeia Games Engine Unity PC Release Date May 15, 2024 Xbox Series X|S Release Date March 13, 2025WHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONThe first thing you should admire about Mullet Madjack is its title. Any name that includes the word "mullet" deserves praise. The game itself is excellent, too. It's an incredibly fast-paced shooter with a cool, cyberpunk art style. The goal of the game is to make it to the top floor by getting past all the enemies in your way.
What makes things a bit thicker is that you only have ten seconds to complete each floor. However, you can add to the time by killing people and drinking sodas. So, you're forced to play at high speed. The shooting and movement feel very smooth, which is vital in a fast-paced game.
Perfect Dark
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First-Person Shooter Systems Released May 22, 2000 ESRB m Developer(s) The Initiative, Nintendo, Rare, Crystal Dynamics Publisher(s) Rare, Nintendo, Xbox Game Studios Engine unreal engine 4 Multiplayer Local Multiplayer Franchise Perfect DarkWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONPerfect Dark is one of the most influential shooters ever. It wowed players when it was originally released in 2000. Nowadays, you can play it on Game Pass, and it still holds up fairly well.
Naturally, the visuals aren't amazing. Yet, the gunplay still feels fantastic, and the sound design remains impressive. Plus, there is something satisfying about the simplicity of these old shooters. Yes, there is a narrative to follow, but you don't have to deal with complex mechanics or anything like that. You just need to shoot the enemies that get in your way.
Far Cry: New Dawn
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First-Person Shooter Systems Released February 15, 2019 ESRB M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood, Intense Violence, Mild Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Alcohol Developer(s) Ubisoft, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Kyiv Publisher(s) Ubisoft Engine Dunia 2 Multiplayer Online Co-Op Franchise Far Cry Number of Players 1-2WHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONFar Cry New Dawn is a spin-off of the Far Cry series, but it shares similarities with the main titles. This is because it's a first-person, open-world shooter.
It's set many years after one of Far Cry 5's endings. The world is attempting to recover from a nuclear blast, and you must help build up the community. Despite being a post-apocalyptic world, it's very bright and colorful, making exploring more enjoyable. Speaking of enjoyable, the gunplay and general gameplay are very enjoyable, which is expected of the series.
Quake
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First-Person Shooter Systems Released May 22, 1996 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Violence Developer(s) id Software Publisher(s) Bethesda, GT Interactive Engine Quake Engine Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Franchise Quake Number of Players 1-4WHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONQuake was originally released in 1996, but in recent years, it has arrived on the latest consoles. It isn't a remake or a remaster—it's pretty much the same classic title.
This means that newbies may have a hard time getting to grips with some of the older mechanics. Yet, there is a reason why this game was considered a classic in the first place. The gunplay has always been very smooth, and it still feels like a blast to play.
Hunt: Showdown 1896
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First-Person Shooter Extraction Systems 10.0/10 Released February 22, 2018 ESRB Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Violence Developer(s) Crytek Publisher(s) Crytek Engine CryEngine 5.11 Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Steam Deck Compatibility PlayableWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONHunt: Showdown is a multiplayer FPS that puts you in the shoes of a bounty hunter. In every mission, your goal is to find and eliminate your bounty, which is typically a dangerous foe.
They aren’t the only danger, though. There are also other bounty hunters out there. So, you have to compete against other players to get the bounty first. This results in a unique multiplayer experience. It’s also fun due to the enjoyable gunplay and the number of satisfying-to-use weapons in the game.
Stalker 2: Heart Of Chornobyl
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FPS Survival Horror Systems 10.0/10 Released 2024 ESRB m Developer(s) GSC Game World Publisher(s) GSC Game World Engine Unreal Engine 5 Platform(s) Xbox Series X and Series S, Microsoft Windows Powered by Expand CollapseNot only is Stalker 2 an FPS, it’s an open-world FPS. That open world is the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, which in this game is filled with mutated creatures, plenty of radiation, and some unsavory individuals.
Your character visits there at the start of the game to learn about the crystal in his possession. Things quickly go south, and you must spend an extended time in the Exclusion Zone. To survive, you need to defend yourself using an array of weapons that feel and sound great. Also, you need to keep yourself well-fed.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6
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FPS Systems 4.0/5 13 5.6/10 Released October 25, 2024 ESRB Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Suggestive Themes, Strong Language, Use of Drugs Developer(s) Treyarch, Raven Software Publisher(s) Activision Engine IW 9.0 Multiplayer Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op Cross-Platform Play Yes - PlayStation, Xbox, PCWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONForced to go rogue. Hunted from within. This is Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
Developed by Treyarch and Raven, Black Ops 6 is a spy action thriller set in the early 90s, a period of transition and upheaval in global politics, characterized by the end of the Cold War and the rise of the United States as a single superpower. With a mind-bending narrative, and unbound by the rules of engagement, this is signature Black Ops.
The Black Ops 6 Campaign provides dynamic moment-to-moment gameplay that includes a variety of play spaces with blockbuster set pieces and action-packed moments, high-stakes heists, and cloak-and-dagger spy activity.
In a best-in-class Multiplayer experience, players will test their skills across 16 new maps at launch, including 12 core 6v6 maps and 4 Strike maps that can be played 2v2 or 6v6.
Black Ops 6 also marks the epic return of Round-Based Zombies, the fan-favorite mode where players will take down hordes of the undead in two brand-new maps at launch. Post-launch, players can look forward to even more exciting maps and groundbreaking experiences dropping into both Multiplayer and Zombies.
When it comes to the campaign, Black Ops 6 is a very untraditional Call of Duty game. In most entries in the series, almost all of the missions are filled with plenty of gunfire and explosions as you run around, killing every enemy in sight.
There are also a few missions like this in Black Ops 6. However, along with them are various other types of missions, including elements from the stealth and horror genres. It makes for a very varied and interesting campaign. The game also features the classic multiplayer and zombie modes, which aren’t quite as untraditional as the campaign, but they’re still very entertaining.
Hell Let Loose
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First-Person Shooter Systems Released July 27, 2021 ESRB M For Mature 17+ due to Blood and Gore, Violence Developer(s) Black Matter Publisher(s) Team17 Engine Unreal Engine 4 Multiplayer Online MultiplayerWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONHell Let Loose drops you in the midst of World War 2 to take part in epic 50 vs 50 battles. A tactical first-person shooter, it will take you to various theaters of war all across Europe.
Platform(s) PS5, PC, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S Powered by Expand CollapseHell Let Loose is a multiplayer tactical first-person shooter set in World War 2. From that premise alone, you may not think this is much of an original game since there are many WW2 shooters. However, Hell Let Loose is able to stand out among the crowd, particularly because of how much emphasis it puts on communication.
Leaders are expected to talk with their troops and keep everyone on the same page. After all, this is a game where teams with everyone on the same page generally succeed against some good individual players. This is partially due to the fact that there are 50 people on each team. Plus, you die quickly and move fairly slowly in this game, so it's hard for one player to take out several in quick succession.
Battlefield Hardline
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FPS Systems Released March 17, 2015 ESRB m Developer(s) Visceral Games Publisher(s) Electronic Arts Engine Frostbite Multiplayer Online Multiplayer, Local Multiplayer Franchise BattlefieldWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONHardline is a divisive entry in the Battlefield series, but it is actually a solid first-person shooter. The story is particularly interesting because it's very different from the classic Battlefield narrative.
This is because the game isn't about soldiers or the war. Instead, it's about crime, as you play as a Miami police officer who is involved in the war on drugs. While the narrative isn't perfectly written, it does feel distant from other FPS games. As for the combat, it's classic Battlefield. This means the shooting is incredibly smooth, and it's fun to play.
Wolfenstein: The New Order
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FPS Stealth Action Adventure Systems Released May 20, 2014 ESRB M For Mature 17+ due to Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of Drugs Developer(s) MachineGames Publisher(s) Bethesda Engine id Tech 5 Sequel(s) Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus Expansions Wolfenstein: The Old Blood Franchise WolfensteinWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONWolfenstein is a series that has had a few reboots. The New Order, however, breathed more life into the FPS series than the 2009 game did. It's set in an alternative version of history where the Nazis won World War 2 and took over most of the world.
You're put into the boots of William Blazkowicz, who doesn't accept the Nazi rule and attempts to fight back. It makes for an interesting and well-written story. The combat is equally compelling, as gunplay is very enjoyable, and there are even some stealth elements, too.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
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First-Person Shooter Systems Released November 10, 2023 ESRB M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Use of Drugs Developer(s) Sledgehammer Games Publisher(s) Activision Engine iw 9.0 Multiplayer Online Multiplayer, Local Multiplayer Cross-Platform Play PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S Cross Save yesWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the 2023 remake of the 2011 classic first-person shooter, and rounds out the trilogy of updated games from Sledgehammer and Activision. It will directly follow Modern Warfare 2 in terms of plot, once again following the Price, Soap, and other members of Task Force 141.
Platform(s) PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PS4, Xbox One Powered by Expand CollapseCall of Duty is perhaps the most famous FPS series ever. It achieved that feat by offering fast-paced and fluid shooting mechanics. This is still prevalent in 2023's Modern Warfare 3, which is the third instalment of the re-booted Call of Duty sub-series.
The story revolves around Task Force 141 hunting down Vladimir Makarov as they attempt to stop him from starting a new World War. Yet, this is a Call of Duty, so much of the game's appeal comes from the exciting PvP multiplayer and enjoyable PvE Zombies mode.
Neon White
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FPS Puzzle Systems Released June 16, 2022 ESRB T For Teen Due To Fantasy Violence, Language, Mild Blood, Mild Suggestive Themes, Use of Tobacco Developer(s) Angel Matrix Publisher(s) Annapurna Interactive Engine UnityWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONNeon White is a very fast-paced shooter. In fact, it's designed for speed-running. You sprint, leap, and wall-run all over the place while taking out enemies in an attempt to finish levels as fast as possible. Along the way, you pick up playing cards that represent specific weapons for you to use.
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PostsThis weapon system is unique and creative, which you can also say about the entire game. While it contains some features that are similar to other titles, the game, as a whole, feels very different from any other FPS on Game Pass.
Far Cry 6
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Action FPS Systems Released October 6, 2021 ESRB M For Mature 17+ due to Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Mild Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Drugs and Alcohol Developer(s) Ubisoft Publisher(s) Ubisoft Engine Dunia 2 Multiplayer Online Co-Op Franchise Far CryWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONFar Cry 6 is the latest in the long-running series of first-person shooters from Ubisoft. This time, you play the role of a young guerilla fighter on the island of Yara, looking to take down the ruthless dictator Antón Castillo — played fearsomely by Giancarlo Esposito.
Platform(s) PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PC, Stadia Powered by Expand CollapseFar Cry 6 takes place on the fictional island of Yara, which is run by a dictator named Anton Castillo. You play as a person called Dani Rojas, who helps lead the resistance. It's an open-world FPS, so you spend plenty of time roaming the island while completing side quests and fighting Castillo's troops.
You battle them with a range of different weapons, from shotguns to assault rifles to snipers. There are even some unique, special guns, such as The Macarena Gun, which fires disks. You also have plenty of freedom to upgrade and modify your firearms. So, it's a fun game if you like weaponry. The shooting mechanics aren't bad, either.
GoldenEye 007
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Shooter Systems Released August 25, 1997 ESRB T for Teen: Animated Blood, Animated Violence Developer(s) Rare Publisher(s) Nintendo Engine EngineX Multiplayer Local Multiplayer Franchise James BondWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONConsidered one of the best FPS games ever made, GoldenEye 007 first launched on the Nintendo 64 in 1997 before being added to Xbox Game Pass and Nintendo Switch in 2023.
Platform(s) N64, Xbox One Powered by Expand CollapseGoldenEye 007 helped popularize PvP gameplay in the late '90s. Now, it's available on Game Pass. It's not an updated or remastered version—it's the classic version in all its glory. This means it's a bit dated, particularly visually.
Yet, the old-style FPS gameplay is actually quite charming, and for those who long for how games used to be, the title is perfect. While it's mainly known for its local PvP gameplay, the title also has a single-player campaign mode, where you play through a series of levels, shooting a bunch of goons in classic James Bond fashion.
Fallout: New Vegas
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RPG Systems 9.0/10 Released October 19, 2010 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Drugs Developer(s) Obsidian Entertainment Publisher(s) Bethesda Engine Gamebryo Franchise FalloutWHERE TO PLAY
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Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas.
It’s the kind of town where you dig your own grave prior to being shot in the head and left for dead…and that’s before things really get ugly. It’s a town of dreamers and desperados being torn apart by warring factions vying for complete control of this desert oasis. It’s a place where the right kind of person with the right kind of weaponry can really make a name for themselves, and make more than an enemy or two along the way.
As you battle your way across the heat-blasted Mojave Wasteland, the colossal Hoover Dam, and the neon drenched Vegas Strip, you’ll be introduced to a colorful cast of characters, power-hungry factions, special weapons, mutated creatures and much more. Choose sides in the upcoming war or declare “winner takes all” and crown yourself the King of New Vegas in this follow-up to the 2008 videogame of the year, Fallout 3.
Enjoy your stay.
Right at the start of Fallout: New Vegas, you are shot and left for dead. However, you somehow live and embark on a quest for revenge that takes you all across the post-apocalyptic wasteland.
Along the way, you meet many people and get into plenty of shootouts with either fellow people, ghouls, or mutated creatures. The game isn't a non-stop action affair, though. There is a story to enjoy and characters to engage with. This is because it's an action RPG and an FPS. In fact, it's a great example of both genres.
Deep Rock Galactic
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FPS Systems 10.0/10 Released May 13, 2020 ESRB T for Teen due to Blood, Language, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco, Violence Developer(s) Ghost Ship Games Publisher(s) Coffee Stain Publishing Engine Unreal Engine 4 Multiplayer Online Co-Op Cross-Platform Play PC, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|SWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONDeep Rock Galactic is an FPS first launched in 2020. A co-op game, up to four players take on the roles of miners on the planet Hoxxes IV, who must battle through a series of procedurally-generated caves to survive.
Platform(s) PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One Powered by Expand CollapseDeep Rock Galactic is a unique type of first-person shooter. After all, you don't play as a soldier or would-be hero of the universe. You control a miner, and plenty of missions involve you heading to an area and mining for resources. There are different missions, but the game is mostly about digging in procedurally generated environments.
Yet, while you're minding your business mining, you're regularly ambushed by hordes of alien creatures. This is where the gunplay comes in, as you have to blast all the creatures away to survive and get back on with your mining. There are different classes that have distinct weapons and abilities.
Superhot: Mind Control Delete
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Action First-Person Shooter Systems Released December 7, 2017 ESRB t Developer(s) SUPERHOT Team Publisher(s) SUPERHOT Team Engine UnityWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONSuperhot: Mind Control Delete follows the series tradition of being unlike any traditional FPS title, both visually and mechanically. The visual style is simple yet eye-catching. The environment is white, the enemies are red, and the guns are black.
This unique look meshes well with the unique gameplay, where time only moves when you do. So, when you aren't moving, neither are the enemies or bullets in the air. Yet, when you are moving, things are really fast, and as you die quickly, you must be careful. Therefore, you must strategically plan your moves and actions if you want to survive.
Halo: The Master Chief Collection
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First-Person Shooter Systems 4.0/5 Released November 11, 2014 ESRB M for Mature: Violence, Blood and Gore, Language Developer(s) 343 Industries Publisher(s) Xbox Game Studios Engine Saber3D Engine for the single player portion of Halo: CE Anniversary and Halo 2 Anniversary; Unreal Engine 4 for UI and player customization; Halo Engine Multiplayer Online Multiplayer, Local Multiplayer Cross-Platform Play PC, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|SWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONHalo: The Master Chief Collection brings together six titles in the iconic FPS series from Microsoft, optimised for PC. All games have both single-player campaigns and multiplayer modes, as well as an improved form of the Forge map editor.
Platform(s) Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC Powered by Expand CollapseHalo has long been one of the best FPS series out there, and the Master Chief Collection provides as much Halo goodness as you could ever want. This is because six different Halo titles are featured in this collection.
The group includes the first four games starring Master Chief, as well as the ODST spin-off and Halo Reach prequel. Each title has some things that make it unique, yet each of them plays fairly similarly. As such, they all have exciting and tactical gunplay, where you can use a range of interesting weapons. Plus, they all contain a compelling main narrative.
Doom (2016)
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FPS Systems Released May 13, 2016 ESRB M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language Developer(s) id Software Publisher(s) Bethesda Softworks Engine id tech 6, id tech 5 Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Franchise DOOMWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONStep into the armor of the Doom Slayer in this 2016 reboot of the iconic Doom franchise. In this fast-paced first-person shooter, you mow down demons and seek to put a stop to the Hell infestation on the UAC Mars facility.
Platform(s) PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One Powered by Expand CollapseThe original 1993 Doom was one of the pioneers of first-person shooters. Yet, the series' contributions to the genre didn't end there. For instance, 2016's Doom also wowed audiences when it was released and continues to do so to this day.
It's a very fast-paced FPS title where you're encouraged to be in perpetual motion as you deal with the many creatures from Hell you have to face. It's a task that would be too difficult for most protagonists, but it's not too much for the famous stoic Doomguy, who runs straight into the hordes of death.
Crysis 2
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Shooter Systems Released March 22, 2011 ESRB M for Mature: Blood, Partial Nudity, Strong Language, Violence Developer(s) Crytek Publisher(s) Electronic Arts Engine cryengine, cryengine 3 Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Franchise CrysisWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONSomething that separates Crysis 2 from most other FPS titles is the fancy nanosuit that your character wears. With this piece of advanced tech, you don't just have to rely on guns and your own reflexes to succeed. You can boost your speed and strength, make yourself more durable, and even cloak yourself.
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Star Wars: Battlefront 2
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FPS Systems Released November 17, 2017 ESRB T for Teen: Violence Developer(s) DICE Publisher(s) Electronic Arts Engine Frostbite Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Franchise Star WarsWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONStar Wars Battlefront 2 is a shooter that takes place between Episodes 6 and 7, and sees you play the part of Iden Versio, a defector from the Galactic Empire. It features both ground and space battles covering several iconic locations from the Star Wars universe.
Platform(s) PS4, Xbox One, PC Powered by Expand CollapseBattlefront 2 is a rare game that allows for either first-person or third-person shooting. Plenty of people prefer to go the FPS route. Either way, you get to experience wild, action-packed shootouts set in the Star Wars universe.
While Battlefront 2 does contain a single-player campaign, the multiplayer is the real selling point and contains plenty of different modes to enjoy. And you’re not tied to a single time period. You can play as troops from several different Star Wars eras. Every faction has a few distinct classes to choose from. Each one has their own weaponry and skills. Regardless of who you’re controlling, though, you’re likely to appreciate the game's wonderful environments and sharp shooting mechanics.
Battlefield 1
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FPS Systems Released October 21, 2016 ESRB M for Mature: Blood, Strong Language, Violence Developer(s) DICE Publisher(s) Electronic Arts Engine Frostbite Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Franchise BattlefieldWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONBattlefield 1 is a FPS game from EA DICE that takes the action back to World War One. It features several multiplayer modes for up to 64 players at once, with maps in Europe and Arabia.
Platform(s) PS4, Xbox One, PC Powered by Expand CollapseThe Battlefield series has long been one of the most beloved in the FPS genre because of its realism, dynamic, destructible environments, and excellent sound design. All of those compliments can be given to Battlefield 1, too. Yet, this game manages to separate itself from the series because it's set during the First World War.
This is a conflict that isn't explored too often in video games. But Battlefield 1 does it well, especially in the main campaign, where you get to see a few different sides to the war in a series of deep and engaging short stories. Naturally, these tales wouldn't be worth experiencing if the general combat and gunplay weren't fun. Thankfully, it's very enjoyable.
Payday 2
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FPS Systems Released August 13, 2013 ESRB M For Mature 17+ due to Blood, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes Developer(s) Overkill Software Publisher(s) 505 Games Engine Diesel Engine Multiplayer Online Co-Op Franchise Payday Number of Players 1-4WHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONPayday 2 is a sequel to Overkill's co-op FPS, launched in 2014 for consoles and PC. It again sees players carry out a variety of heists, with the main cast largely returning to work for the mysterious Dentist.
Platform(s) Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4 Powered by Expand CollapseRobbing banks with your friends in real life is understandably frowned upon, but it's a lot of fun in Payday 2. Yet, what's great about the game is that you don't just target banks. You also pull heists in all sorts of other locations. There are even some non-heist missions to enjoy, too. Therefore, there is plenty of variety in this game.
But most of what you do is about acquiring plenty of money by any means necessary. Sometimes, you can do it stealthily. Most of the time, though, you have to get your guns out and shoot the litany of cops who are trying to stop you. The gunplay is solid, and the general heist gameplay is fun.
Roboquest
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Roguelite FPS Systems Released November 7, 2023 ESRB E10+ For Everyone 10+ Due To Fantasy Violence Engine Unreal Engine 4 Multiplayer Online MultiplayerWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONDo you like your FPS titles to be played at a really fast pace? If so, then Roboquest might be the title for you. In each procedurally generated level, you have to fight through a bunch of different robots. And you don't do this while remaining stationary. You're encouraged to move around the battlefield as you blast these mechs away.
It all feels very fluid and satisfying. What's also satisfying is the art style, which makes everything from the guns to the enemies to the environment look stunning.
Deathloop
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Adventure Systems Released September 14, 2021 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language Developer(s) Arkane Studios Publisher(s) Bethesda Engine Void Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Cross-Platform Play PC, PS5 & Xbox Series X|SWHERE TO PLAY
DIGITALDeveloped by Arkane, Deathloop is a first-person shooter that builds on the studio's Dishonored and Prey series with a timeloop mechanic. You must take down eight enemies before the day is out in order to escape it, otherwise you'll have to start all over again.
Platform(s) PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S Powered by Expand CollapseDeathloop is a FPS, but it certainly isn't a traditional one. It's a game that uses a time-loop mechanic. Therefore, at the end of every day or when you die, you start the 24 hours all over again. Your goal in the day is to wipe out all of your eight targets.
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PostsFiguring out how to do all that in one day is part of the fun. Naturally, shooting people is part of the solution, but this isn't just a gunz-blazing race against time. You have to be a bit more cerebral than that. It's all a lot of fun.
Far Cry 5
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FPS Open-World Systems Released March 27, 2018 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Drugs and Alcohol Developer(s) Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Toronto Publisher(s) Ubisoft Engine dunia 2, cryengine Multiplayer Online Multiplayer, Local Multiplayer, Online Co-Op Franchise Far Cry Number of Players 1-2WHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONIn Far Cry 5, Montana's Hope County is ruled by Joseph Seed, the leader of the Eden's Gate doomsday cult. As a yound police deputy, you must help free the county from Steed and his tyranny.
Platform(s) PC, PlayStation 4, Stadia, Xbox One Powered by Expand CollapseIn this game, the residents of a fictional region of Montana are being terrorized by a cult leader known as Joseph Seed and his equally horrible siblings. You control a young deputy who has entered the region specifically to bring them down.
You have to do it systematically by taking over each region and defeating the Seed family members who run them. To do this, you have to complete many missions where shooting is optional but encouraged. There are so many different weapons in the game, from assault rifles to shotguns to snipers. So, you can acquire a deadly arsenal to take out the cultists.
Rainbow Six Siege
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Shooter Systems Released December 1, 2015 ESRB M for Mature: Blood, Drug Reference, Strong Language, Violence Developer(s) Ubisoft Montreal Publisher(s) Ubisoft Engine AnvilNext 2.0 Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Cross-Platform Play PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S Franchise Tom ClancyWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONRainbow Six Siege brings together the tense gameplay of tactical shooters with the long-running Tom Clancy series of games. You'll assume the one of several roles and either fortify your position or breach the enemy's stronghold in competitive 5v5 matches.
Platform(s) PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Amazon Luna, Stadia, PC Powered by Expand CollapseRainbow Six Siege wasn't an instant hit. Thanks to constant updates and additions, it gradually became what it is today. These days, it's one of the best tactical first-person shooters on the market.
It has unique characters, special skills, multiple weapons, and enjoyable maps. The game pits a team against another team in online matches. It's a nail-biting experience that rewards intuitive plays. The skill ceiling is high but once you get familiar with the mechanics, it is a ton of fun.
Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus
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FPS Systems 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 Developer(s) MachineGames Publisher(s) Bethesda Engine id Tech 6 Franchise Wolfenstein PC Release Date October 27, 2017 Nintendo Switch Release Date June 29, 2018WHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONWolfenstein 2: The New Colossus continues B.J. Blazkowicz's crusade against the Nazis in an alternate timeline. In 1961, you awaken from a coma in order to continue the fight to liberate the United States.
Platform(s) Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One Powered by Expand CollapseMachine Games hit it out of the park with the Wolfenstein reboot. The sequel only improved upon the already solid shooting foundations. The game lets you play as an All-American hero battling Nazis. But this is set in an alternate history where Hitler won WW2 and his regime now ruled most of the world.
The star of the game is the weapons; they are meaty and pack a punch. Shooting a shotgun feels powerful, and the resulting mayhem is a sight to behold. If you love fast-paced shooters of early gaming but like modern mechanics, this is the FPS for you.
The Outer Worlds
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RPG Systems 4.0/5 Released October 25, 2019 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language Developer(s) Obsidian Entertainment Publisher(s) Private Division Engine Unreal Engine 4 Franchise The Outer Worlds Steam Deck Compatibility PlayableWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONThe Outer Worlds is made by Obsidian, the developer of fan-beloved Fallout: New Vegas. It's an RPG that lets you shoot your enemies. Like in true Obsidian fashion, you aren't just limited to shooting. There are a lot of semi-open world levels to explore, enemies to fight, and loot to plunder.
If you invest enough points in charisma, you'll be able to talk your way out of difficult situations. If all else fails, you can either use melee weapons or shoot your problems away. It's a short but highly replayable FPS.
Prey
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FPS Systems Released May 5, 2017 ESRB M for Mature: Blood, Language, Use of Alcohol, Violence Developer(s) Arkane Studios Publisher(s) Bethesda Engine id Tech 4 Multiplayer Local Multiplayer Franchise PreyWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONBefore Arkane fumbled with Redfall, they made another cult classic called Prey. It’s not strictly related to that old Prey you might have played or heard bout; think of this one as a reboot. Here, you are stranded on a space station inhabited by shape-shifting aliens.
While Prey is a first-person shooter, you’ll be getting into deep trouble if you go guns blazing inside any room. You’ll need to be careful and at least scan your surroundings before making a move. The aliens are everywhere and could be anything; even an innocent-looking cup can be a mimic waiting to pounce on you.
Halo Infinite
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First-Person Shooter Systems 4.5/5 Released December 8, 2021 ESRB T for Teen: Blood, Mild Language, Violence Developer(s) 343 Industries Publisher(s) Xbox Game Studios Engine Slipspace Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Cross-Platform Play PC, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|SWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONBringing the series to next-gen consoles for the first time, Halo Infinite continues the story of Master Chief, a supersoldier tasked with defeating the Banished. The Xbox flagship adds more open-world elements to the series, while beloved multiplayer modes make a welcome return.
Platform(s) PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S Powered by Expand CollapseHalo Infinite is the latest game in the long-running and beloved FPS series. It’s the series that put Xbox on the map as a serious contender. Thousands of gamers love and adore this entry, and for good reason. 343 not only made a great single-player campaign but brought in some much-needed changes to multiplayer.
The campaign can be played solo and features an open-world map. This is a departure from the standard Halo formula and gives you a lot of freedom. The classic guns are all there, and the gunplay is as responsive as ever. Plus, Jade King says it has "an emotionally compelling narrative" in her review. The multiplayer is separate and has several maps to enjoy. Invite some friends online and relive the good old days of Halo 2.
Titanfall 2
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FPS Systems Released October 28, 2016 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Language, Violence Developer(s) Respawn Entertainment Publisher(s) Electronic Arts Engine Source Multiplayer Online Multiplayer, Local Multiplayer Franchise titanfallWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONA well-received FPS from Respawn Entertainment, Titanfall 2 continues the pilot-and-mech gameplay of its predecessor. This time, you play as a pilot named Jack, who must stop a superweapon from destroying his planet.
Platform(s) PS4, Xbox One, PC Powered by Expand CollapseTitanfall 2 flew under the radar but has one of the best campaigns of all time. The single-player campaign casts a fresh pilot, Jack Cooper, and his trusty companion, the BT-7274 titan mech. The story told is beautiful, and the ending is something you have to experience yourself. The game has one of the best levels featuring time manipulation ever seen in any FPS game.
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PostsThe multiplayer lets you call in your Titans, which fall from the sky. You also have multiple ways to traverse the maps, which include some slick wall running. If you love mobility-based shooters, Titanfall 2 delivers the best experience.
Doom Eternal
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FPS Action Systems 5.0/5 Released March 20, 2020 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence Developer(s) id Software Publisher(s) Bethesda Engine id Tech 7 Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Franchise DOOMWHERE TO PLAY
SUBSCRIPTIONDoom Eternal sees you take on the role of the Doom Slayer, this time to rid earth of the demonic threat. The familiar arsenal of weapons returns, from the Super Shotgun to the chainsaw, and huge boss fights require strategy and cunning.
Platform(s) Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Nintendo Switch Powered by Expand CollapseThe Doom series is where it all started, one of the very first first-person shooters in the world that influences games to this day. The fast-paced shooting experience combined with gory demon kills make this a must-play for new and old gamers alike.
The game is fast; the more you move, the less the enemies will be able to hit you. Constantly moving, shooting, and slaying is the key here. It’s up to you to completely demolish the forces of hell now.
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