Among Us is now available for Xbox consoles and Game Pass

With a brand new patch that introduces roles and progression, the game has come a long way.

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What you need to know

Earlier this month, Microsoft and Innersloth revealed thatAmong Uswould join theDecember Xbox Game Passline-up for December 2021, thegame is now availableon Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles to purchase, and is free for Game Pass subscribers.

Among Us exploded in popularity during 2020, and while the game still has a dedicated fanbase playing it in 2021, developers Innersloth are still determined to improve and add more to the game. For example, it recently released amajor patchthat almost reinvented the game people played in 2020.

With the new patch, players can now be assigned roles such as Shapeshifter, Engineer, Scientist, and Guardian Angel. In addition, the game now rewards you for playing it via a level system and in-game currency, which you can use to buy cosmetics for your in-game character. The blog post of the announcement also revealed that achievements will be available.

The game has a minimal install size across all platforms and with the ability to crossplay with other people across PC, mobile platforms, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, it’s a great addition to the Game Pass library. The game has also been available onPC Game Passsince earlier this year.

The smash hit title of 2020 is making finally available on Xbox.

After a lot of waiting, Among Us is finally on Xbox consoles and is free for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. Jump in and try the brand new roles, levels, and progression system.

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