Rebellion’s 2025 has Atomfall as a headline maker. The survival title shows a new side of England, and Game Pass subscribers—and everyone else—could benefit from a unique history lesson if an agreement is in place between the two companies.
There are genres and tropes it’s hard to get bored of. A dystopian world operating on an alternate timeline is fascinating. Atomic Heart showed us a terrifying look into an alternate-history Soviet Union. Whereas Wolfenstein’s Nazi-dominated world is also an eye-opening prospect. But Fallout is arguably where the focus usually falls.
Bethesda’s post-apocalyptic franchise looks at different areas of America in a world where nuclear war devastated the world. Atomfall doesn’t focus on nuclear devastation but more on radioactive consequences. The concept alone deserves attention, so let’s see if Game Pass is happy to risk it for a radioactive biscuit.
Can You Play Atomfall on Xbox Game Pass?
The good news is Atomfall’s release day also coincides with a day-one debut on Game Pass—Xbox’s subscription service.
Microsoft users must apply their radiation suits, arm themself, and prepare for an unpleasant trip to the Lake District. Thankfully, the Lake District is a lovely area of the UK in real life, but in Atomfall, it’s likely to be riddled with mutants and cultists.
It’s more than tolerable when it’s free though, and this is the benefit you get if you have Game Pass. Rebellion is enjoying a nice partnership with Microsoft as another 2025 release has already gotten the Game Pass treatment—Sniper Elite Resistance.
How to Play Atomfall on Xbox Game Pass
A valid Game Pass subscription, a working Xbox or PC, and a stable internet connection are all you need to play Atomfall on Xbox Game Pass.
This is how to enjoy Atomfall for free through Game Pass:
- Log in to your Microsoft account—or make one if you haven’t got one already.
- Check your Xbox Game Pass status.
- If you don’t have one, go to the Join Xbox Game page and subscribe.
- Make your way to the Xbox Store once you’ve done this.
- Search for Atomfall.
- Obtain Atomfall through Game Pass on its game page.
- Download it.
- Once this process is complete, you can play Atomfall.
If you have some spare time, watch the latest Atomfall trailer showing off the game’s features.
Atomfall is set to fill a Fallout-sized hole in the gaming calendar. With Bethesda’s next post-apocalyptic foray likely several years away, I think Atomfall should work. Do you think this could be the start of a new franchise? Leave a comment and let us know.
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