Meta Horizon adds Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition

Meta has expanded its Horizon subscription service to include a starter edition of Xbox Game Pass, giving members access to a library of over 50 games at no additional cost. The partnership, announced on July 21, 2026, allows subscribers to play the titles on PC, Xbox consoles, mobile devices, and Meta Quest virtual reality headsets via streaming.

The included Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition provides more than 50 games, such as Fallout 4, Overcooked 2, Grounded, DayZ, Deep Rock Galactic, Fallout 76, and SnowRunner. A key feature is 10 hours of cloud gaming per month through Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Gaming service, enabling play without dedicated hardware. Games can also be downloaded to a PC or Xbox console for unlimited play. The offering supports cloud saves, online multiplayer on cloud and PC, and integration with Microsoft Rewards.

For VR users, the experience includes customizable virtual displays. Players can choose from multiple screen sizes, including a theater-style screen up to 26 feet wide, and can play within an Xbox-themed immersive environment designed to minimize distractions. This builds on an existing collaboration that has allowed Game Pass Ultimate subscribers to...