The 7 Best Soulslike Games On Xbox Game Pass (Ranked)

Are there any good Soulslike games on Game Pass?

Demon's Souls and Dark Souls ushered in a new subgenre of RPG/action-adventure gaming in the form of Soulslikes. While still in its infancy, the concept has produced quite a few projects over the last decade, and many tend to be ambitious projects. Since then, Soulslike games have become pretty common, with most months seemingly producing a new entry.

Xbox Game Pass' value comes from its variety. The subscription service tries to cover as wide a spectrum as possible, offering something to interest most tastes. Soulslikes are no exception, even if none of FromSoftware's genre-creating releases are part of the service. Still, some of the best Soulslike games on Xbox Game Pass serve as great alternatives to Dark Souls and Bloodborne.

Updated April 11, 2026, by Mark Sammut: As it has been a while since this last article was updated, I have given it a once-over to ensure all the games are still on Game Pass. I also added a section at the end recommending a few games that might scratch a similar itch.

Besides quality, the games are also ranked by how well they fit the "Soulslike" descriptor. Consequently, 2D Metroidvanias are ranked a bit lower.

Ashen leaves Game Pass on April 15, 2026.

1 Wuchang: Fallen Feathers

A New Soulslike Lands On Game Pass

While it faded from the public consciousness surprisingly quickly, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers was nevertheless an exciting addition to the Soulslike genre. A Day One Soulslike Game Pass game from a new developer, Wuchang takes place during the Ming Dynasty, a refreshing setting for this type of project. That said, the story seems to be fairly conventional, which is not a bad thing as, ultimately, you and I play Soulslikes for their combat, level design, and atmosphere. Wuchang excels in most of these areas, even if it might not be the best in class in any of them.

The core gameplay loop is relatively traditional, but it is enhanced by a few interesting mechanics, like a Madness meter and a more expansive skill tree system than typical for a Soulslike. The Unreal Engine 5 visuals are generally quite nice, but they can impact performance depending on what system somebody is using.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is better than it might seem at first, as initially it comes across as a pretty average take on the concept. However, the combat is genuinely fantastic and arguably among the best in the Soulslike genre, especially since it rewards players who are willing to make use of all the mechanics rather than just focusing solely on weapon attacks. Personally, Wuchang did not click with me until the Man-eating Dhutanga boss fight, which takes place roughly 2–3 hours into the campaign. I recommend sticking with it until at least that point.

2 Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

A Sci-Fi Soulslike With Fun Exploration & A Decent Story

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and its sequel, Jedi: Survivor. Developed by Respawn, the games tell an original story in the Star Wars universe, with an in-hiding Jedi Knight named Cal Kestis taking center stage. Regardless of quality, newcomers should try to start with Fallen Order as its story leads directly into Survivor. More importantly, the 2019 release is not only great but also one of the best Soulslike games on Game Pass in its own right.

Still, Jedi: Survivor is (generally) bigger and better in most areas than its predecessor. Cal Kestis' character is more fleshed out, the featured planets are more visually striking and fun to explore, and the battle system has a few more tricks up its sleeve. Just to be clear, the sequel mostly sticks to the same blueprint as Fallen Order, particularly the enjoyable but floaty combat. Still, Jedi: Survivor added depth via a stance system, which is like a mix of Nioh's mechanics and Devil May Cry 5's Dante moveset. Essentially, players can decide Cal's preferred fighting style by equipping two stances simultaneously.

Fallen Order is also a must-play. I just didn't see a need to double down on the franchise.

3 Another Crab's Treasure

Lighthearted Underwater Soulslike With An Inspired Armor System

Can there be too much of a good thing? With every month seemingly producing a project that somewhat fits the descriptor, Soulslike games have become ordinary. Be it 3D or 2D variants, there are just so many options out there that new releases rarely feel that special anymore, at least if they are not handled by FromSoftware. Soulslike combat is starting to seem like the default mode for action RPGs, which is both a blessing and a curse. Consequently, a new game has to try extra hard to stand out from the crowd.

Well, regardless of quality, Another Crab's Treasure certainly stands out. Despite plenty of familiar pieces, Aggro Crab combines everything to create an experience that has no real parallels in the Soulslike genre. An underwater adventure, the game brings to life a visually vibrant and colorful world filled with cute architecture stemming from natural phenomena and literal trash. The story follows a naive crab, Kril, who is fleeced of their shell, forcing them to go on a dangerous journey to reclaim what is theirs. Rather than a blank slate, Kril overflows with personality and changes quite a bit throughout the story.

Another Crab's Treasure is a platformer and a pretty good one at that. When players are not fighting off all sorts of crustaceans, they will be pulling off impressive jumps, most of which are tight but not extremely challenging. The core combat is pretty simple, with Kril having a main weapon, a dodge, a block, and an unlockable parry. Players also unlock different skills depending on the shell they wear, which makes trying new ones worthwhile (and they break pretty quickly).

4 Silksong

The Ultimate 2D Soulslike Metroidvania Gets Its Highly Anticipated Sequel

Yes, I know not everyone classifies Hollow Knight and its sequel, Silksong, as Soulslikes, but enough people do to warrant mentioning them. More importantly, Silksong is not only the biggest indie release of 2025, but also one of the best games on Game Pass, period.

If you have never played Hollow Knight, I would recommend starting with that game, especially since it is also available on Microsoft's subscription service. The sequel is, for the most part, harder and seems to at least expect players to be somewhat familiar with the core gameplay loop, despite featuring a playable character who controls quite differently from their predecessor.

As Hornet, you will find yourself in Pharloom, a kingdom that has fallen into dark times. While the story is quite cryptic and, at times, hard to follow, your general goal is to climb up towards the Citadel, a journey that will see you face off against a plethora of challenging enemies (and not just bosses). Silksong packs an incredible punch, fully expecting you to master its complex mechanics and to make use of its Tools system. At first, Hornet feels quite slow and limited, but you gradually unlock a range of moves that make the character feel more well-rounded. However, the campaign maintains its high skill ceiling throughout, as enemies hit hard and frequently.

Hollow Knight is also on Game Pass and, naturally, awesome.

5 Dead Cells

A Masterfully Done Roguelike Soulslike

Dead Cells is Roguevania in design, but its steep difficulty at times and its punishing bosses are enough to have Souls fans coming back for more. Players will take control of a mysterious being that's seemingly immortal, reappearing from a slush of who-knows-what each time it's slain in battle.

The 2D sidescrolling adventure features beautiful visuals, visceral yet challenging combat, and a massive "blueprint system" in which players can unlock weapons, outfits, and accessories to infuse into future runs. With multiple branching paths and a deep playstyle customization system, Dead Cells is a must-play Indie hit.

6 Tunic

Zelda & Dark Souls All Rolled Into One

Tunic is a lot of things, and describing it solely as Soulslike would be a disservice to the game's creativity and ambition. Along with taking obvious inspiration from Zelda, particularly with its puzzles, this indie darling's combat system undeniably favors games like Dark Souls. The game contains most of the core fundamentals that are synonymous with these types of releases: dodge roll, shield guarding, and telegraphed enemy moves. There are even items that work to replenish health, similar to Estus Flasks.

However, Tunic is more than just a top-down take on the Souls formula. It is a charming puzzle-platformer that would not have looked out of place on Nintendo's resume. It offers a challenging adventure with complex bosses that often require more than just quick reflexes. It manages to be accessible and mainstream while hiding depth that will surprise even the most veteran of players. Tunic is not just one of the best Soulslike on Xbox Game Pass, but it is simply one of the best games on the subscription service.

7 Nine Sols

A 2D Metroidvania That Takes Inspiration From Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

After spending a few months as a PC exclusive, Nine Sols finally debuted on consoles in November 2024, garnering widespread acclaim in the process. Nowadays, 2D Metroidvanias with Soulslike combat are so common that the concept has begun to tire; however, individually, most of these releases are fantastic.

Nine Sols compares favorably to nearly any of its contemporaries, and Red Candle's game stands out from the crowd by emphasizing fast-paced parries akin to Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Honestly, out of all of FromSoftware's masterpieces, Sekiro should be used as a learning tool a lot more, especially since it arguably has the developer's best combat.

A sci-fi epic drenched in Asian mythology, Nine Sols is a feast for the eyes that tells a respectable story set in the fascinating New Kunlun. As Yi, players go on a quest to eradicate the nine Sols, all of which not only pack a punch but are also unique. Opting to fine-tune a handful of mechanics, the intense combat is straightforward but demanding, requiring mastery as the campaign's difficulty spikes during its second half. While not as challenging as Sekiro or something like Hollow Knight, Nine Sols should still test most genre veterans.

Other Game Pass Games To Try Out Once You Have Completed All The Soulslikes

As we have already shown, Xbox Game Pass does not have many Soulslikes, and it won't take long for subscribers to exhaust all their options. Honestly, we stretched the definition for games like Silksong and Tunic, just to provide more options. So, sooner or later, you will find yourself craving that Dark Souls-like experience while having nothing new to try; or, that would be the case if you stuck solely to pure Soulslike games.

The following titles are not part of the genre, but they can scratch a similar itch in a pinch.

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – Yes, I know, we are reaching the point when recommending Clair Obscur is almost a cliché. However, this recommendation isn't based on the game's popularity, but rather its parry and dodge system. Both of them require reading (or hearing) an enemy's moves to execute, and they add a real-time twist to the turn-based RPG. Beyond these two mechanics, Clair Obscur's world is prime-Soulslike material, as is its unapologetically dark fantasy aesthetic and tone. It is way more story-driven than something like Dark Souls, but the story is great.
• Ninja Gaiden 4 – In some ways, NG4 is the direct opposite of a Soulslike, as it prioritizes speed, combos, efficiency, and linear stages. The hack-and-slash combat is far quicker than any Soulslike on the market, and it is arguably far more in-depth, as players have far more moves to memorize and master. Still, we are ultimately talking about a difficult-as-hell game that expects players to learn, adapt, and evolve, all the while taking on some incredibly hard bosses.
• Ryse: Son of Rome – Yeah, the Xbox One flop that came and went without leaving much of an impression. Ryse: Son of Rome is nearly 13 years old, and it still looks better than like 80% of Game Pass games. Graphics aren't ultimately that important, but they are a major selling point for this particular release. More importantly for Soulslike fans, Ryse's melee combat is satisfying, gory, and challenging enough to remain interesting.
• Atlas Fallen: Reign of Sand – By the same dev team responsible for The Surge and the original Lords of the Fallen, Atlas Fallen is a hack-and-slash open-world game that takes a few light elements from Soulslikes. The combat is fast, accessible, and flashy, and it is built around a momentum system that gradually unlocks more options. The latter is probably the game's most interesting mechanic. Although quite rough at launch, Atlas Fallen received a pretty major update about a year later that provided some real improvements. Heck, I played the pre-updated version and had fun.