Xbox Game Pass is arguably the premier gaming service available on the market today, and while largely catering to adults, there are quite a few titles in its vast library that appeal to a younger audience. In fact, there's a pretty vast selection of titles that kids of all ages are sure to find hours of enjoyment in.
From brain-teasing puzzle-platformers to creatively stimulating sandbox titles, the best children's games on Xbox Game Pass cover a wide spectrum of genres and gameplay styles. There should be something for just about everyone. Quite a few of the following titles feature cooperative play in one capacity or another, allowing parents and siblings to dive into the fun too.
Updated September 19, 2025, by Mark Sammut: Xbox Game Pass has quite a lot of games for kids, and a few more recent additions have been added as recommendations.
PAW Patrol World
Respectable Effort
Paw Patrol World
- Released
- September 29, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E For Everyone
- Developer(s)
- 3DClouds
- Genre(s)
- Action-Adventure
- How Long To Beat
- 5 Hours
- Paw Patrol Fans Will Like This
- Decent Sandbox For Young Kids
- Really Only Fans Fans
Considering the negative reputation of licensed games, the fact Paw Patrol World is perfectly enjoyable is almost shocking; however, that is genuinely the case. Now, to be clear, this title is specifically for children, and it is unlikely to keep older players distracted for more than a few minutes. While that would be a criticism in most cases, PAW Patrol is, obviously, a franchise for very young kids, and its games cater to their audience well.
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PAW Patrol World provides a decent open-world experience set within the cartoon's universe. The gameplay is, unsurprisingly, simple and repetitive, but it is filled with nods to the source material that should delight fans. Unlike a few other Game Pass kids' games, parents will probably not need to take control that often during a playthrough, so they can sit back and let their children mess around in the world.
Wheel World
A Biker's Paradise
Wheel World
- Released
- July 23, 2025
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Messhof Games
- Platform(s)
- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- Adventure, Racing
Wheel World is the perfect game for Game Pass, being one of those titles that many people would likely ignore if they did not have immediate access to it. Centering entirely around bikes, you are cast as a woman who picks up a ride with a personality, setting the stage for a story that mostly exists as a way to encourage you to explore the world and complete its challenge-like missions.
Now, Wheel World is not designed specifically for children and is difficult enough to keep things interesting for older players; however, its content is generally appropriate for all ages, and the gameplay is simple and intuitive. If you and your kids are just looking for a game that lets them customize a bike and explore beautiful cel-shaded settings, there is literally no better option on Game Pass. Wheel World is just fun and charming.
Bluey: The Videogame
For Kids...Like, Just For Kids...Which Is Fine
Bluey: The Videogame
- Released
- November 16, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Artax Games
- Platform(s)
- Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One
OK, here is a game that is kind of difficult to talk about. Bluey: The Videogame is very, very obviously designed with young kids in mind, and it is not going to entertain anyone who does not fit into that group and is not also a fan of the show. Fortunately, the latter is incredibly popular, so there is a good chance that most preschoolers are familiar with Bluey, and a pre-existing love for this universe is required to get anything out of this release.
Bluey: The Videogame looks great, doing a fantastic job of replicating the cartoon's visual style. Gameplay-wise, it is quite basic, offering simple puzzles and platforming that probably will not take most people longer than a few minutes to complete. The game supports co-op, so parents can join along with their children for this short journey.
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
A Timeless Kart Racer Packed To The Brim With Content
Crash Team Racing: Nitro-Fueled
- Released
- June 21, 2019
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E10+ For Everyone 10+ due to Cartoon Violence, Comic Mischief
- Developer(s)
- Beenox
- Genre(s)
- Racing
- Classic Kart Racer
- Plenty Of Unlockable Characters
- Quite Hard
So many kids grew up playing Crash Team Racing on the original PlayStation, and Naughty Dog's project is still considered one of the all-time kart racing greats. In 2019, Activision published Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled, an expansive remaster/remake of the original that even includes characters and tracks from the less-loved sequels. While its post-release business practices garnered quite a bit of criticism, this package is still a pretty easy recommendation for anyone remotely interested in racers, especially since there just aren't all that many alternatives on Game Pass that can scratch a similar itch.
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Nitro-Fueled completely retains CTR's Adventure mode, which challenges players to work their way through four areas with races and a boss, all en route to defeating Oxide and saving the world. Silly as the story is, this campaign is a lot of fun to play through, and this version even offers the option to swap racers rather than having to stick to a single character. Gameplay-wise, CTR is an absolute treat that emphasizes sliding and boosting, the latter of which is influenced by Crash Nitro Kart.
Nitro-Fueled has nothing inappropriate for children, at least in terms of gameplay. That said, the game can be quite challenging, even on the lowest difficulty.
Spyro: Reignited Trilogy
Stunning Revival Of Three Brilliant Platformers
Spyro Reignited Trilogy
- Released
- November 13, 2018
- ESRB
- E10+ For Everyone 10+ due to Cartoon Violence, Comic Mischief
- Developer(s)
- Toys for Bob
- Genre(s)
- Platformer
- How Long To Beat
- 18 Hours
- Timeless Charm
- A Satisfying And Complete Trilogy
- Accessible Gameplay
One of the definitive platforming franchises, Spyro the Dragon is beloved specifically due to Insomniac's PS1 trilogy. Now, more than two decades later, these titles are readily available to Xbox and PC users with a Game Pass subscription.
Toys for Bob modernized these exploration-based classics to create a frequently gorgeous compilation dripping in child-like wonder, imagination, and Gnorcs. All three games are good at a minimum, and they build naturally upon each other, with both sequels introducing considerable mechanics that expand on the first entry's solid but simple foundations.
Despite its E10+ rating, Spyro Reignited Trilogy is generally an easy recommendation for children. Each story has a lighthearted tone that is perfectly suitable for all ages, even if they might occasionally include a wink for older players. While not devoid of challenge, none of the games are particularly difficult, although younger kids might need some help with a handful of missions that are more frustrating than anything else.
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
Revamped PlayStation Classics Are Now On Xbox Game Pass
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
- Released
- June 30, 2017
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E10+ For Everyone 10+ due to Cartoon Violence, Comic Mischief
- Developer(s)
- Vicarious Visions
- Genre(s)
- Platformer
- How Long To Beat
- 15 Hours
Crash Bandicoot was arguably the first successful PlayStation mascot, with Naughty Dog's series being a staple of the PS1 era. However, the marsupial lost his way after that generation and ultimately fell into the hands of Activision. In 2023, Microsoft acquired Activision Blizzard, which added PlayStation's legendary mascot to the Xbox family. Long story short, Crash's PS1 trilogy can be played through Game Pass in the form of the N. Sane Trilogy. This is the strangest timeline.
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As interesting as the IP's history is, the only thing that ultimately matters is the quality of these games. The N. Sane Trilogy is generally fantastic, with each remake fine-tuning the original versions to create authentic experiences that feel both modern and nostalgic. Putting aside some gloriously over-the-top death scenes, all three titles should be fine for younger players who are taking their first steps into the world of gaming. While the remake sharpens a lot of the classic version's rough edges, Crash Bandicoot is still far and away the hardest entry in the trilogy, along with just being the most straightforward and (arguably) worst. Kids should start with the first game regardless, but if they find it a bit too difficult, there is no shame in jumping ahead to Cortex Strikes Back and even Warped.
Core Keeper
Dig, Dig Some More, And Eventually Build
Core Keeper
- Released
- August 27, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E For Everyone // Mild Fantasy Violence
- Developer(s)
- Pugstorm
- Genre(s)
- Survival, Sandbox
- How Long To Beat
- 25 Hours
Core Keeper is great for all ages, but it comes with something of a learning curve. Pugstorm's survival sandbox game takes a hands-off approach by dropping players into a procedurally generated map and telling them to have fun. At that point, players must dig, collect resources, and find their way through the darkness. They will fight enemies, take on a few bosses, and upgrade items. Most importantly, they will craft and build, setting up a base that will gradually liven up.
Everything here is fine for children, except the somewhat directionless first few hours. Consequently, younger players might lose interest before Core Keeper hits its stride. If that does not happen, they might just find a game capable of consuming months of their lives.
Ori and the Blind Forest & Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Stunning Works Of Art That Are Mostly Fine For Kids
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Ori and The Blind Forest Ori and the Will of the Wisps Platform(s) Switch, PC, Xbox One Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, Switch, PC, Xbox One Released 2015-03-11 2020-03-11 Developer(s) Moon Studios Moon Studios Genre(s) Platformer, Adventure Platformer, Adventure ESRB E For Everyone due to Mild Fantasy Violence E For Everyone due to Mild Fantasy, Violence
Moon Studios' Ori games were two of the best Metroidvanias of the 2010s, and time has done nothing to dull their shine. Both projects cast players as Ori, taking them to explore a relatively large side-scrolling world that is drenched in whimsy and fantasy. Ori and the Blind Forest consists almost exclusively of exploration, platforming, and puzzles, with combat being fairly weak and not encouraged in most situations. Ori and the Will of the Wisps introduces a more robust battle system than its predecessor, allowing for more spectacular boss battles. That said, the sequel is also primarily a platformer.
The Ori games are kind of weird. On the one hand, they are perfectly fine for children, even if older players might appreciate their themes and emotional storytelling more. The gameplay is fairly straightforward and accessible, at least to the point that most kids will likely not struggle too much to get into the flow of things. However, the games can be challenging, even on the lower difficulty setting. While not excessively hard by Metroidvania standards, Ori has plenty of difficulty spikes throughout both of its campaigns.
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Mascot Fighter With Familiar Cartoon Faces
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
- Released
- November 3, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E10+ For Everyone 10+ For Comic Mischief, Fantasy Violence
- Developer(s)
- Ludosity, Fair Play Labs
- Genre(s)
- Fighting
- Accessible Combat
- Great For Groups
- Packed Roster Of Cartoon Favorites
Super Smash Bros. Is such a pillar of the casual fighting industry that any similar project is immediately fighting an uphill battle to justify its existence, let alone challenge Nintendo's behemoth. Despite the crossover franchise being exclusive to another ecosystem, leaving room for companies to cater to Xbox users without having to directly compete against SSB, platform fighter games have generally struggled to take full advantage of that vacancy.
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl was not, frankly, one of the strongest entries in this peculiar subgenre, with the 2021 release lacking polish, replayvalue, or pageantry. It seemed destined to be forgotten. However, the unthinkable happened – Fairy Play released a sequel. And, even more unexpectedly, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 improved considerably on its predecessor. While not fundamentally playing that differently from the first entry, the sequel balanced its character roster while adding flourishes that are not only fun to pull off in the middle of battles but also pay tribute to the source material. Along with multiplayer modes, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 is also a viable single-player option thanks to a campaign with a silly but enjoyable story. While quite short and repetitive, the mode is perfect for something like Game Pass.
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Naturally, this kids' game is mostly for Nickelodeon fans who will get a thrill from just trying out the characters on the roster. However, if a child just wants to play an accessible fighter with a few friends, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 should get the job done.
Moving Out 2
Co-Op Silliness For The Whole Family
Moving Out 2
- Released
- August 15, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E For Everyone due to Crude Humor
- Developer(s)
- SMG Studio, Devm Games
- Genre(s)
- Simulation
- Fun Co-Op Option
- Vibrant Aesthetic
- Creative Reality-Jumping Worlds
- Can Be Frustrating At Times
An exciting local or online co-op option on Game Pass, Moving Out 2 is perfect for parents to play with their kids. On paper, nothing sounds more mundane than moving furniture, but, similar to something like Overcooked!, Moving Out 2 transforms this tiring and frustrating part of life into a silly physics-based party game with an over-the-top presentation and story. This time around, movers will need to transfer houses' worth of items across parallel realities, a concept that presents plenty of interesting scenarios and visuals.
Although great for all ages, Moving Out 2 can be somewhat difficult. After all, this is effectively a puzzle game that challenges player(s) to decipher the best and most efficient route to carry each piece of furniture, all the while trying to work together rather than against each other.