Controversial New Xbox Game Pass Game Sparks Outrage: Here's Why

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Cocoon has received rave reviews from critics and is one of the highest-rated games of the year, surpassing even Xbox Game Pass flagship game Starfield.

Cocoon's review section has recently been overwhelmed by Xbox gamers giving it 1-star reviews, primarily due to its status as an indie game rather than an AAA title.

However, Xbox Game Pass remains unwavering in its commitment to include both indie and AAA games in its collection.

Cocoon, a day one Xbox Game Pass game, has received rave reviews from critics and is now being targeted by some Xbox gamers who are review bombing it. Despite this backlash, Cocoon remains one of the highest-rated new game releases of the year, praised for its captivating atmosphere, intriguing premise, and clever puzzle mechanics.

With its exceptional reviews, Cocoon has earned a spot as one of the top-rated games of the year. Currently, it boasts an impressive overall rating of 88, surpassing even Xbox Game Pass flagship game Starfield. Cocoon's success adds to the already remarkable month that Xbox Game Pass has had, following acclaimed blockbusters like Starfield and Lies of P.

Unfortunately, it appears that some Xbox gamers are expressing their dissatisfaction with Cocoon by inundating the game's review section with 1-star ratings. These negative reviews have not yet caused significant harm, as Cocoon still maintains a respectable 4.1 rating on Xbox. However, if this trend continues, it has the potential to significantly lower the game's user score rating. It seems that the majority of these reviews stem from fans venting their frustration towards Cocoon for being an indie game rather than an AAA title. Surprisingly, very few of these reviews actually provide an assessment of the game or offer any opinion on its quality. On the other hand, there are 5-star reviews that appear to be a direct response to the 1-star ratings, without providing any substantial review of the game either.

Though some Xbox Game Pass subscribers may become frustrated by the number of indie games compared to AAA titles that are added to the service, it's unfounded to target Cocoon, especially during a month when several AAA games have been introduced to Game Pass. Moreover, Cocoon has received critical acclaim and is likely to feature on various End-Year lists. In addition to this, Starfield and Lies of P have recently been included in Game Pass, with Forza Motorsport on the horizon.

Looking ahead, Xbox Game Pass subscribers can anticipate the inclusion of numerous indie games in the lineup, alongside AAA releases. This will also encompass significant first-party Xbox games, as Microsoft intends to release one major first-party title every quarter. Regrettably, it appears that some discontented fans will persist in negatively reviewing these smaller indie games, prompting curiosity regarding whether Xbox will implement any regulations for user reviews.