Microsoft announces Xbox Games With Gold free titles for October 2020

Microsoft announced its October lineup of free titles for fans of Games with Gold as part of its Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions.

Since Halloween is just around the corner, Microsoft is offering some classic titles that some or most fans may be unfamiliar with. Take a look at the ratings though as two games are rated M.

Check out the following titles, playable also on Xbox Series X/S:

• Slayaway Camp: Butcher’s Cut ($16.99 ERP | Rated: M | Developer(s): Blue Wizard Digital / Stage Clear Studios | Publisher: Digerati Distribution): Paying homage to classic ‘80s trash horror, play as Skullface, an adorably demented villain, out to terrorize camp counselors and any other blocky victims he finds. New dimensions of absurd terror and over 300 fiendish puzzles await in this isometric puzzle game. Available October 1 to 31 on Xbox One.
• Maid of Sker ($24.99 ERP | Rated: M | Developer: Wales Interactive | Publisher: Wales Interactive): Do not panic, don’t even breathe! Set in a remote hotel with a macabre and gory history, use stealth tactics to stay alive against a cult of sound-based enemies. Inspired by chilling tales in Welsh folklore, do your best to survive and brave the nightmares of the Quiet Ones. Available October 16 to November 15 on Xbox One.
• Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy ($14.99 ERP | Rated: 13+ | Developer: Eurocom | Publisher: THQ Nordic): Inspired by the mythology of ancient Egypt, play as Sphinx, and his reluctant hero friend, the Mummy, as they travel the world to foil the evil plans of Set. Use stealth, agility, and special powers to find the stolen magical crowns of Egypt and save the world. Available October 1 to 15 on Xbox One & Xbox 360.
• Costume Quest ($14.99 ERP | Rated: 10+ | Developer: Double Fine Productions | Publisher: THQ): Collect super-powered magical costumes and level up your hero in the monster-filled neighborhoods of Auburn Pines. Complete numerous quests, build up your party, and take down evil in the Halloween tale that will capture the imagination of kids and the kids-at-heart. Available October 16 to 31 on Xbox One & Xbox 360.

[Source]: Xbox: New Games with Gold for October 2020.