
Now that it's been put on Xbox Game Pass, subscribers who haven't played it should really consider giving it a try, and those who have should revisit it.įirewatch is Still One of the Medium's BestĪlthough it's pretty gameplay light, Firewatch is still a standout in terms of storytelling in the medium. He then confides in the other lookout for the park and builds a relationship with her solely through their conversations over their walkie-talkies.

The game is about a man who takes a job as a fire lookout for a national park, following some traumatic twists in his life. That said, December's Game Pass additions feature one of indie gaming's absolute best that shouldn't be overlooked even when placed next to newer, bigger titles that are being listed on the service alongside it: Firewatch.įirewatchwas an indie hit when it was first released back in 2016, but it still remains relevant today as an excellent example of the things possible in the gaming medium.

With December adding big titles like Among Us, Aliens: Fireteam Elite, and Mortal Kombat 11, it's only natural that some gaming enthusiasts might overlook smaller titles that are being added alongside them like Lake or The Gunk. There's a lot to love about the deal that is Xbox Game Pass, and this month is an excellent example of how it's continuing to get better and better as more titles make their way to the service.
