The 7 Best Xbox Exclusives To Ever Release

Xbox just turned 21 years old on November 15, but since its launch, it has provided fans with remarkable titles that remain all-time favorites.

While there are other companies and gaming devices that try to rival Xbox, it is undeniable that it has made its mark among gamers worldwide.

That said, here are seven of the best exclusives Xbox has released through the years:

1. Halo: Combat Evolved

IGN dubs Halo: Combat Evolved as one of the all-time best games to launch for any console as it became so influential and essential to Xbox's growth.

Due to its outstanding multiplayer gaming and original storyline, this title became a staple for gamers as it evolved from the success of the 2004 Halo 2.

This series has $60 billion in lifetime sales, after selling over 77 million copies as of January 2022, according to Deadline.

Metacritic gives Halo: Combat Evolved a 97% rating, while IGN scores this Xbox exclusive 9.7 out of 10.

2. Forza Horizon

The Forza Horizon series is arguably among the most attractive, powerful, and reliable arcade racing exclusives showcased for the Xbox consoles.

However, its fourth installation Forza Horizon 4 is arguably on top of the others as it brings spectacular sounds and sights, filling the gap in the market after the decline of EA's Need for Speed.

Forza Horizon has sold 16 million lifetime copies as of April 2021 and is rated 10 out of 10 by IGN and 9 out of 10 by Steam, with a 92% rating on Metacritic.

3. Sea Of Thieves

Sea of Thieves is a pirate adventure game that is perfect to play with friends, as it allows gamers to hunt treasures and defeat hordes of enemies while traveling, Games Radar writes.

This title has consistently updated since its launch in 2018 and has been steadily improving due to the developer's willingness to listen to player feedback.

At present, Sea Of Thieves also has an ongoing collaboration with Disney, which brought players interesting challenges and storylines in a "Pirates of the Caribbean" campaign.

In 2020, Xbox Wire tweeted that this game has surpassed 15 million copies sold in its lifetime, earning an 8 out of 10 rating on IGN, and a 9 out of 10 on Steam.

4. Gears of War

According to IGN, Gears of War revolutionized the third-person cover shooting game scene that catapulted the popularity of the Xbox 360.

This game can be played in single-player, co-op, or multi-player mode, immersing players in campaigns that involve competitive matches possible through open server matchmaking.

VG Chartz writes that Gears of War has surpassed 40 million copies in lifetime sales and it gets a 9.4 out of 10 rating from IGN, and a 94% on Metacritic.

5. Fable

Since its release in 2004, Fable has become one of the most famous action-role playing games much loved but the fans of the Xbox exclusive games, Screen Rant details.

With its unique story and magical environments, the Fable community gained its support through the years, even prompting Xbox to reboot the series in 2020.

This 2004 video game is given by IGN and Steam an 8 and 9 out of 10 ratings respectively.

6. Sunset Overdrive

Screen Rant describes Sunset Overdrive as a fast-paced zombie apocalypse game, which allows players to enjoy digs at pop culture in its colorful environment.

This title was nominated for the Best Xbox Game of the Year award due to its overall success as a cornerstone of the Xbox One series of consoles.

Sunset Overdrive has reportedly sold about 1.2 million lifetime copies in 2021 and is given a rating of 9 out of 10 by Steam.

7. Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

Elder Scrolls is one of the most well-known Xbox exclusive titles of all time, which features engaging quest lines that allow players to fully immerse in Morrowind's open world.

However, Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is picked as its most epic installation as it lets players play through worlds and cities that feel more realistic than any RPG games before it.

According to Game Rant, this game has recorded 9.5 million lifetime downloads as of October 2022, with an IGN rating of 9.3 out of 10.