Xbox Game Pass is constantly loading players up with a wide array of genres, including simulation games. The subscription offers several unique sims for a very fair price, no matter which tier you subscribe to, and many can be played on both console and PC. Xbox Game Pass is a great way for people to experiment with titles that they would have never dreamed of picking up for actual cash.
Single-player and multiplayer games are available on the Xbox Game Pass, so whether you are looking to lock in and take on the satisfying job of a power washer or perhaps keep the city safe with a fellow officer, there really is something for everyone. Simulator games are a great way to expand knowledge on a topic and really immerse yourself to get a feel for the day-to-day responsibilities of the characters.
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We have left Microsoft Flight Simulator and PowerWash Simulator 1 & 2 off the list, just because everybody already knows them. Let's focus on Game Pass sim games that could use the exposure.
Crime Scene Cleaner
Are YOU The Bad Guy?
Have you ever wondered what working with the mob would be like? Well, now you don't have to. Crime Scene Cleaner offers the full experience...with strings attached. Players will take on the role of a single father who must clean up his way through some of the most gruesome messes created by the mobsters to pay for his daughter's hospital bills. Carrying out tasks such as mopping up blood spills, disposing of murder weapons, and getting rid of any funky odors will ensure the big boss pays you well. Occasionally, there may be valuable items that are demanded by the mob, but maybe they would be better off in your pockets if it’s worth the risk.
Your effort will reflect in your payout, and more money will allow players to level up their cleaning equipment so they can get the job done quicker and more effectively. You cleared up the mess, but maybe some fingerprints can only be seen under a UV light? You won't want to miss anything, after all, you have firsthand experience of what happens to those who disappoint the mob. This single-player game is great for those who enjoy games like PowerWash Simulator, but with an added twist.
A Game About Digging A Hole
Just Keep Digging
You just moved into your new house, and there is a mysterious orange ‘X’ on the grass in your backyard. You stare and realize the only logical thing to do is dig! Starting your one-man journey with only a measly shovel and limited inventory, players can expect to make money from selling stones and coal to better their tools. Your energy will deplete, so buying a recharge is a must, but the deeper you dig, the harder it is to return. Items such as jetpacks can be purchased to avoid fall damage and make ascents easier, and the deeper you go, the more valuable the loot you will find.
The bottom of the hole is a mystery: what is really down there, and why is there A Game About Digging A Hole? Upgrades such as the metal detector will help players with the direction in which to dig; wasting energy and inventory space on cheap materials could leave you stranded down below. With every shovel of dirt, you come closer to the truth on your solo adventure into the depths of the earth, but have you prepared accordingly?
Police Simulator: Patrol Officers
Good Cop or Bad Cop?
Are you looking for an authentic experience of patrolling around the streets of Brighton as part of the city's police force? Look no further, Police Simulator: Patrol Officers allows players to get the full experience, either by playing solo or inviting a squad buddy to their patrol route. Starting by issuing parking tickets, you will climb the ladder of the police force, gaining more responsibilities and expertise as you progress, unlocking new items like radio comms and faster patrol cars. Players will conduct interrogations, learning to pick up on social cues that may be the key to finding a suspect, and deal with road accidents that may seem innocent at first, but end up with someone in cuffs.
At the end of each shift, XP will be rewarded based on how many incidents you dealt with and how well they were recorded. This will contribute to leveling up and unlocking new districts of Brighton, each with its own unique feel and set of challenges to tackle. It's important to explore all areas, as occasionally civilians will ask for directions too, and a better understanding of the city will do wonders for a busy officer.
Roadside Research (Game Preview)
Is That Goop?
In this game, you and up to 3 other friends are in charge of running a gas station. Oh, and you’re an alien, and no one can find out. After landing on Earth, you have made it your mission to improve your alien tech by researching humans, while pumping gas and restocking shelves, but you have to blend in. While the sun is up, you are a regular employee and must come across as such; that goop you left behind from your slimy feet, better clean it up fast! Unusual activity will raise the suspicion meter, and if it gets too high, players can expect a visit from the government, which won't end well.
Roadside Research balances maintaining your gas station to bring in more customers and then gathering information about them undetected to improve your knowledge. Gather enough intel and can mind-control customers to spend more cash, or to wipe their memory of any suspicious activity they saw. Unlock new snacks and amenities for your station; the greater the rating, the more customers will be willing to pay. The fate of the station, and your life, is up to you. Can you conceal your true identity from the world?
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