Xbox Game Pass adds a new game called Planet of Lana today, which is available on PC and console. This day-one title is an action-adventure indie title, one that also describes itself as a "cinematic puzzle adventure" that crosses time and space amid a young girl's rescue mission. All in all, it's a strong addition to the Xbox Game Pass lineup for May 2023.
Diving into it, Xbox Game Pass subscribers can expect beautiful graphics, companion-based gameplay, fun action sequences, unique puzzles, and gameplay that requires stealth and wit over action. Planet of Lana checks off a lot of boxes, and that's reflected in its reviews too.
According to review aggregate site OpenCritic, Planet of Lana currently sits at a 'Strong' overall rating, with its Top Critic Average being 82 and 87% of critics recommending the title. There are 31 reviews for the title as a whole, but its lowest score is a 7 and that comes from three of the reviews. The vast majority of them are 9s, with some in the middle between 7.5 and 8.5, but that's definitely a good spread for an indie game. Not to mention, as a whole for an Xbox Game Pass title.
Fans will be able to check out Planet of Lana today, but Xbox Game Pass isn't one to rest on its laurels either. Following Planet of Lana is Pokemon clone Cassette Beasts on console, Massive Chalice, Railway Empire 2, Chicory: A Colorful Tale, and Farworld Pioneers. These may be smaller, more niche titles, but each one is something special. Cassette Beasts received tons of praise at its PC launch, Massive Chalice is an addicting strategy game from Double Fine, Chicory is absolutely adorable, and so there's a nice variety here.
Xbox Game Pass May 2023 List: May 25-May 30
- Cassette Beasts - May 25 (Console)
- Massive Chalice - May 25 (Cloud and Console)
- Railway Empire 2 - May 25 (Console and PC)
- Chicory: A Colorful Tale - May 30 (Console and PC)
- Farworld Pioneers - May 30 (Console and PC)
Beyond these titles, there are currently three games confirmed for Xbox Game Pass in June 2023. These are Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath (June 1 - Console and PC), Amnesia: The Bunker (June 6 - Console and PC), and Dordogne (June 13 - Console).
Xbox Game Pass subscribers get a handful of games every month.
Source: OpenCritic