Medieval Mayhem Meets Modern Upgrades: Chivalry 2 Joins Game Pass Alongside New Subscription Tiers

Xbox Game Pass subscribers have plenty to celebrate as the platform undergoes a significant transformation. Alongside a revised structure of subscription tiers designed to offer more choice and flexibility, the service has officially added the visceral multiplayer hit Chivalry 2 to its library, offering players new ways to engage in brutal medieval warfare.

Key takeaways

• Chivalry 2 is now available on both PC and Xbox Game Pass.

• The new "Reinforced" update introduces the Hippodrome map and the dual-wielded Katars weapon.

• Xbox Game Pass has transitioned to three distinct tiers: Essential, Premium, and Ultimate.

• Xbox Cloud Gaming has officially exited beta, providing enhanced streaming quality up to 1440p.

Chivalry 2 joins the battlefield

Players looking for a competitive edge in medieval combat can now jump into Chivalry 2 via their Game Pass subscription. Developed by Torn Banner Studios, the game provides a massive, first-person slasher experience inspired by iconic cinematic battles. The arrival of the game coincides with the "Reinforced" content update, which brings several highly anticipated features to the community. Alongside the base game, players have the option to purchase or upgrade to the King’s Edition, which includes exclusive legendary armor sets, unique shielding, and in-game currency.

The reinforced update features

This latest patch is designed to inject new life into the battlefield. Key additions include:

Feature	Description
Hippodrome Map	A new arena-style map featuring spike traps and open spaces for mounted combat.
Katars	High-speed, dual-wielded daggers perfect for close-range ambushes.
Mounted Combat	Expanded horse mechanics now available on major objective maps like The Raid on Aberfell.

Revitalizing the game pass experience

Beyond the influx of new games, Microsoft has restructured the Game Pass service to better align with player needs. The new tiered system offers a clear progression for subscribers, ensuring a broad range of value:

• Essential ($9.99/month): Provides a curated library of over 50 titles, online multiplayer, and cloud gaming access.

• Premium ($14.99/month): Includes over 200 games, access to new Xbox-published titles within a year of launch, and added flexibility.

• Ultimate ($29.99/month): The most comprehensive plan featuring day-one releases, Fortnite Crew benefits, Ubisoft+ Classics, and high-quality 1440p cloud streaming.

These updates mark a significant step toward improving the gaming value proposition across all supported hardware, ensuring that both veteran players and newcomers have a robust experience regardless of their preferred playstyle.

Sources

• Chivalry 2 joins Game Pass on Xbox and PC, new update released, GamingTrend.

• Introducing Upgrades to Xbox Game Pass, GamingTrend.