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Best Action games on Xbox Series X|S
The 250 best Action games on Xbox Series X|S, ranked from 43,631 critic and player ratings.
The best Action game on Xbox Series X|S right now is Elden Ring, with a critic score of 97/100 — updated August 2026.
01
S
Elden Ring
Elden Ring is an action RPG developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, released in February 2022. Directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, with world-building contributions from novelist George R. R. Martin, the game features an expansive open world called the Lands Between. Players assume the role of a customisable character known as the Tarnished, who must explore this world, battle formidable enemies, and seek to restore the Elden Ring to become the Elden Lord. The game builds on the challenging gameplay mechanics familiar from the Dark Souls series but introduces a more open-ended structure with vast exploration, dynamic weather, and a day-night cycle. It offers deep lore, complex characters, and an interconnected world filled with secrets, dungeons, and powerful bosses.
97
/100
02
Resident Evil 4
Resident Evil 4 is a remake of the 2005 original Resident Evil 4 reimagined for 2023 to bring state-of-the-art survival horror. Resident Evil 4 preserves the essence of the original game, while introducing modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics to make this the latest survival horror game where life and death, terror and catharsis intersect.
94
/100
03
S
Metaphor: ReFantazio
From the creative minds of the Persona series – Metaphor: ReFantazio marks ATLUS’ first ever, full-scale fantasy RPG, brought to you by director Katsura Hashino, character designer Shigenori Soejima, and composer Shoji Meguro. Write your destiny and rise above fear as you step into a fantasy world unlike anything you’ve seen before. Fraught with unsettling mystery, the kingdom stands on a precipice. Now, you must embark on a journey, overcoming obstacles and forging bonds with friends.
94
/100
S
Elden Ring
Elden Ring is an action RPG developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, released in February 2022. Directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, with world-building contributions from novelist George R. R. Martin, the game features an expansive open world called the Lands Between. Players assume the role of a customisable character known as the Tarnished, who must explore this world, battle formidable enemies, and seek to restore the Elden Ring to become the Elden Lord. The game builds on the challenging gameplay mechanics familiar from the Dark Souls series but introduces a more open-ended structure with vast exploration, dynamic weather, and a day-night cycle. It offers deep lore, complex characters, and an interconnected world filled with secrets, dungeons, and powerful bosses.
97
/100
02
Resident Evil 4
Resident Evil 4 is a remake of the 2005 original Resident Evil 4 reimagined for 2023 to bring state-of-the-art survival horror. Resident Evil 4 preserves the essence of the original game, while introducing modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics to make this the latest survival horror game where life and death, terror and catharsis intersect.
94
/100
03
S
Metaphor: ReFantazio
From the creative minds of the Persona series – Metaphor: ReFantazio marks ATLUS’ first ever, full-scale fantasy RPG, brought to you by director Katsura Hashino, character designer Shigenori Soejima, and composer Shoji Meguro. Write your destiny and rise above fear as you step into a fantasy world unlike anything you’ve seen before. Fraught with unsettling mystery, the kingdom stands on a precipice. Now, you must embark on a journey, overcoming obstacles and forging bonds with friends.
94
/100
04
B
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose. Play any type of character you can imagine, and do whatever you want; the legendary freedom of choice, storytelling, and adventure of The Elder Scrolls is realized like never before.
94
/100
05
Hades
A rogue-lite hack and slash dungeon crawler in which Zagreus, son of Hades the Greek god of the dead, attempts to escape his home and his oppressive father by fighting the souls of the dead through the various layers of the ever-shifting underworld, while getting to know and forging relationships with its inhabitants.
94
/100
06
A
Hades
93
/100
07
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.
93
/100
08
Hades II
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.
93
/100
09
Alan Wake 2
Alan Wake 2 marks Remedy Entertainment’s first foray into the survival horror genre. Ritualistic murders in a small town. A writer trapped in a nightmare. An FBI agent looking for answers. Two realities. Two hero characters. One horror story that wants them dead.
93
/100
10
A
Grand Theft Auto V
This bundle contains the original version of Grand Theft Auto V, the standalone game Grand Theft Auto Online and the story mode add-on of Grand Theft Auto V.
92
/100
11
A
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
92
/100
12
A
Split Fiction
92
/100
13
Abiotic Factor
92
/100
14
Final Fantasy XVI
92
/100
15
S
Red Dead Redemption
92
/100
16
Vampire Survivors
91
/100
17
A
Resident Evil 2
91
/100
18
NieR:Automata Game of the YoRHa Edition
91
/100
19
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
91
/100
20
Resident Evil Requiem
90
/100
21
Rogue Legacy 2
90
/100
22
Diablo IV
90
/100
23
Valheim
90
/100
24
Halls of Torment
90
/100
25
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor
90
/100
26
Tails of Iron
90
/100
27
Omega Strikers
90
/100
28
Deathloop
90
/100
29
Mullet Madjack
90
/100
30
Hollow Knight: Silksong
90
/100
31
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
89
/100
32
ARC Raiders
89
/100
33
Tunic
89
/100
34
Overwatch
89
/100
35
Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate
89
/100
36
Dune: Awakening
89
/100
37
B
Cult of the Lamb
89
/100
38
Blasphemous II
89
/100
39
Persona 3 Reload
89
/100
40
S
Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty - HD Edition
89
/100
41
S
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
88
/100
42
Path of Exile 2
88
/100
43
Grid Legends
88
/100
44
Tekken 8
88
/100
45
A
Hollow Knight
88
/100
46
B
It Takes Two
88
/100
47
Diablo III
88
/100
48
Deathloop
88
/100
49
Black Myth: Wukong
88
/100
50
Far: Changing Tides
88
/100
B
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose. Play any type of character you can imagine, and do whatever you want; the legendary freedom of choice, storytelling, and adventure of The Elder Scrolls is realized like never before.
94
/100
05
Hades
A rogue-lite hack and slash dungeon crawler in which Zagreus, son of Hades the Greek god of the dead, attempts to escape his home and his oppressive father by fighting the souls of the dead through the various layers of the ever-shifting underworld, while getting to know and forging relationships with its inhabitants.
94
/100
06
A
Hades
93
/100
07
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.
93
/100
08
Hades II
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.
93
/100
09
Alan Wake 2
Alan Wake 2 marks Remedy Entertainment’s first foray into the survival horror genre. Ritualistic murders in a small town. A writer trapped in a nightmare. An FBI agent looking for answers. Two realities. Two hero characters. One horror story that wants them dead.
93
/100
10
A
Grand Theft Auto V
This bundle contains the original version of Grand Theft Auto V, the standalone game Grand Theft Auto Online and the story mode add-on of Grand Theft Auto V.
92
/100
11
A
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
92
/100
12
A
Split Fiction
92
/100
13
Abiotic Factor
92
/100
14
Final Fantasy XVI
92
/100
15
S
Red Dead Redemption
92
/100
16
Vampire Survivors
91
/100
17
A
Resident Evil 2
91
/100
18
NieR:Automata Game of the YoRHa Edition
91
/100
19
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
91
/100
20
Resident Evil Requiem
90
/100
21
Rogue Legacy 2
90
/100
22
Diablo IV
90
/100
23
Valheim
90
/100
24
Halls of Torment
90
/100
25
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor
90
/100
26
Tails of Iron
90
/100
27
Omega Strikers
90
/100
28
Deathloop
90
/100
29
Mullet Madjack
90
/100
30
Hollow Knight: Silksong
90
/100
31
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
89
/100
32
ARC Raiders
89
/100
33
Tunic
89
/100
34
Overwatch
89
/100
35
Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate
89
/100
36
Dune: Awakening
89
/100
37
B
Cult of the Lamb
89
/100
38
Blasphemous II
89
/100
39
Persona 3 Reload
89
/100
40
S
Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty - HD Edition
89
/100
41
S
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
88
/100
42
Path of Exile 2
88
/100
43
Grid Legends
88
/100
44
Tekken 8
88
/100
45
A
Hollow Knight
88
/100
46
B
It Takes Two
88
/100
47
Diablo III
88
/100
48
Deathloop
88
/100
49
Black Myth: Wukong
88
/100
50
Far: Changing Tides
88
/100
FAQ
What is the best Action game on Xbox Series X|S?
Elden Ring currently tops the ranking with a score of 97/100 across 2,120 ratings. It holds a S grade from the Tier community — updated August 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.