Prepare for the arrival of a brand-new Xbox Game Pass title, Rolling Hills, on June 4, designed to appeal to aficionados of life simulation games like Stardew Valley. Stardew Valley kickstarted the resurgence of cozy life simulation games, inspiring a wave of similar titles each offering a unique twist to the genre. Xbox Game Pass already hosts several Stardew Valley-inspired games, including the iconic Stardew Valley itself.
The Xbox Game Pass library boasts a diverse range of games that clearly draw inspiration from Stardew Valley. Notable among the Stardew Valley-esque titles on Xbox Game Pass are Disney Dreamlight Valley, Coral Island, Lightyear Frontier, My Time at Portia, Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town, and more. In the upcoming months, Xbox Game Pass subscribers will have yet another Stardew Valley-like game to delve into with their subscription.
Rolling Hills is slated to join Xbox Game Pass on June 4 as a launch title. Players will assume the role of a robot residing in the enchanting Rolling Hills village, where they can engage with villagers and manage their own sushi restaurant. Despite its robotic and culinary elements, the game exudes a vibe reminiscent of Stardew Valley, making it a must-try for fans of ConcernedApe's beloved creation.
Unveiling the Rolling Hills Trailer
From the glimpses revealed so far, Rolling Hills appears poised to emerge as a surprise hit on Xbox Game Pass. Its endearing graphics coupled with immersive life simulation features could prove to be a winning formula. While facing competition from other Stardew Valley-style games on Xbox Game Pass and the potential release of Stardew Valley Update 1.6 for consoles, Rolling Hills shows promise in carving out its own niche. Xbox Game Pass subscribers can experience the game firsthand starting June 4.
Confirmed Xbox Game Pass Titles for June 2024
- Rolling Hills - June 4
- Still Wakes the Deep - June 18
Currently, Rolling Hills stands out as one of the two Xbox Game Pass games confirmed for June 2024. The other addition is Still Wakes the Deep, a first-person horror game developed by The Chinese Room, known for titles like Dear Esther, Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, and notably, Everybody's Gone to the Rapture. Scheduled for June 18, Still Wakes the Deep promises a vastly different experience compared to Rolling Hills.