With hundreds of games for players to choose from,Xbox Game Passcontinues to be a dominant force in the gaming scene. The service allows gamers unlimited access to a wide spanning library of everything from AAA to indie. With new games added onto the platform during the month, there are many hidden gems that often slip between the cracks.

Since its release in 2011,Terrariahas swiftly established itself as an indie experience that’s difficult to beat. With a wide-spanning world filled with exploration, unique ores, mobs, bosses and so much more, it’s one of those games that players truly struggle to put down. But now with the full launch ofCore KeeperonXbox Game Pass in October, players have something that might just be on par with the incredible gameplay ofTerraria.

Key art for Core Keeper showcasing a group of characters performing actions inside a mine.

Fight and Explore In Core Keeper

Journey Through Vast Underground Biomes

Similar to the unique biomes and thewide-spanning world ofTerraria, the freshly launchedCore Keeperdelivers a similar underground experience for players. Through gorgeous meadows and dark forgotten ruins, there’s so much to explore, and many hidden, decaying buildings along the way. Giving full rein to players to explore, there’s little that can’t be broken through or seen as they adventure.

As each area is filled with a variety of new mobs, some using a fire staff and others aggressively punching, there’s always a new thrill to be found.Plentiful weapons, armor and upgrades are sure to keep players eager to progress too, as well as skill upgrades for everything from running to mining. With so many items and so much to discover, this gem truly feels like a wonderful new take on the genre thatTerrariaso readily established.

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Relax With Core Keeper’s Base Building And Farming

Rest And Make A Serene New Home

Action isn’t all thatCore Keeperhas to offer though, withplenty of gameplay that leans into the more relaxed, cozy gaming side of things. Through base building, players can craft cute little homes with a variety of blocks, and decorate with masses of furniture options too. From boss specific drops, bug carpets and more, it’s hard not to make a new home in these underground lands.

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Core Keeperoffers some wonderful farming elements woven in too, allowing players to harvest crops and take care of animals for plentiful different cooking recipes. No matter what players want to focus on though, this gem has it all. AfterCore Keeper’s launchin full from early access, this hiddenXbox Game Passgem is sure to be one that many will adore in the masses.

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