There’s an RPG for free onXbox Game Pass, praised as “one of the most refreshingly creative games of the last few years” that should definitely be on your list of titles to play, especially because its release may have flown under the radar.The subscription service by Microsoft is constantly seeing new games added to its catalog, while others are removed. This can make some additions go unnoticed, especially when there areblockbuster additions to Xbox Game Pass, likeWuchang: Fallen Feathers, for example.
Even though there are some very notable additions to the catalog every so often, such as 2025’s GOTY contender,Clair Obscur: Expedition 33,it’s always worth paying attention to some smaller games that may not have been in the spotlight as much, but may be just as deserving of praise. A great example of this is the addition of an underrated yetgreat RPG to Xbox Game Pass,For The King 2, a few months ago, that is worth checking out.
Dredge Is Free On Xbox Game Pass
The Title Can Be Played On Consoles & PC
One of these smaller games that is worth your attention isDredge, which is currently free on Xbox Game Pass. The RPG was added to the subscription service’s catalog earlier this year, in May. However, with the then-recent addition ofClair Obscur: Expedition 33in late April, and May’s day-one release ofDOOM: The Dark Ageson Game Pass, the indie title’s addition to the catalog may have gone unnoticed.
Dredgeis available on Game Pass’ catalog for both consoles and PC. The title is compatible with the previous generation, Xbox One, but there are optimizations for the game if you’re playing on Xbox Series X/S.
Why You Should Give Dredge A Chance On Game Pass
The Fishing Game Brings Lovecraftian Horrors To The Seas
Developed by Black Salt Games,Dredgeis a mix between a fishing game and an RPG adventure title with splashes of horror. During the campaign, you’ll control a fisherman who has to sail out and fish, so as to later sell your acquisitions and upgrade your ship.While you cross the open seas, however, you’ll encounter several monsters, directly inspired by H.P. Lovecraft’s mythos. Seeing these otherworldly creatures will make you panic, which can lead to dire consequences, such as hallucinations and even, potentially, damage to your ship.
The game is all about managing your time and resources in the right way, as the longer you stay, the larger the possibility of better fish to catch – but, simultaneously, the larger the risk.WhileDredgedoes have a panic meter and is centered around cosmic horrors, this title is considered a cozy game, perhaps highlighting thegreatest lie about cozy games, which is that these titles are low-stakes.
Well received by critics, which grant it an 80 Metascore onMetacritic,Dredgehas also been praised by players. In response to a Reddit thread about how much fun the game can be, userDrSussBurnermentions that “it’s one of the most refreshingly creative games of the last few years.” They’re not wrong. The unexpected mix between fishing, RPG, horror, and cozy plays out perfectly, makingDredgeone of the most underrated titles onXbox Game Passthat you should check out for free.
