I encourage you to use your Xbox Game Pass subscription right now to play a “universally acclaimed” RPG without any extra costs. Microsoft’s subscription service offers players hundreds of games to pick from, from a variety of genres. There are several remarkable RPGs on Xbox Game Pass, for example, as well as action-adventure games and even racing titles.
With so many options to choose from, it can often be hard to settle on a single game and focus on it. As such, it’s very common to seek out recommendations. I, for one, recommend titles like the Octopath Traveler games, which are great experiences. However, there is yet another must-play masterpiece on Xbox Game Pass that you should definitely check out as soon as you can.
Persona 4 Golden Is Free On Xbox Game Pass
The RPG Is Available On Consoles & PC
Right now, you can play Persona 4 Golden for free with your Xbox Game Pass subscription. The legendary RPG developed by Atlus, originally released as Persona 4 in 2008, though the Golden version, which featured enhancements, was released in 2012, and later ported for modern consoles in 2020. The game can be enjoyed on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
The RPG is a fairly recent addition to the catalog, as Persona 4 Golden was among the new titles arriving for Xbox Game Pass in August 2025. As such, it’s very unlikely that it will be removed anytime soon, but it is worth noting that the service’s catalog rotation can be unpredictable, and it could leave at some point before August 2026, so I’d recommend playing it sooner rather than later.
The Game Tells A Murder-Mystery Story
Persona 4 Golden is critically acclaimed, with many regarding it as one of the best games ever made. This sentiment is reflected by its whopping 93 Metascore on Metacritic, which grants it “Universal Acclaim” and a badge as a Must-Play title. In the game, you follow the protagonist, who sees himself wrapped up in a series of murders in the new town he has moved to.
Overall, this is a great murder-mystery story led by the classic Persona-style gameplay, with stylish animations and notable investment in art design. The game also stands out with its soundtrack, which helps set the tone for every encounter. The game is fantastic, even nearly a decade after its initial release – though it is worth noting that Atlus is working on a remake of Persona 4, called Persona 4 Revival.
However, this remake doesn’t have a release window just yet. As such, you can go on to experience what is considered the best entry in the series and a superb RPG. The fact that it has no extra costs on Xbox Game Pass only makes it more appealing.
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December 9, 2008
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M For Mature 17+ due to Alcohol Reference, Animated Blood, Language, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Violence
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Atlus
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Atlus
- Engine
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RenderWare
This story originally appeared on Screenrant
