
Watch Dogs is the most similar in gameplay to GTA 5, but Far Cry 5 arguably comes the closest to matching its tone.

Ubisoft's open-world games are a different breed from Rockstar's projects, although they do share some similarities.

That said, Sega's license is all about its stories. Gameplay-wise, Yakuza was never that similar to GTA, but this change created an even bigger divide between the franchises. Rather than beat 'em up combat, this entry uses a turn-based battle system akin to Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. Narratively, Like a Dragon is just as strong as anything that came before it, and this feat is accomplished without the game retreading familiar ground. Yakuza: Like a Dragon marks a new chapter in the franchise's history, introducing a fresh protagonist called Ichiban, a new central location, and an entirely different combat system. Xbox Game Pass has the entirety of Sega's main series, allowing players to experience Kiryu's story in full, starting from the brilliant Yakuza 0 and ending with Yakuza 6: The Song of Life. While the Japanese games take place in much smaller open-worlds, both series offer stellar writing, memorable side content, and engaging main storylines that touch upon mature themes. Sega's Yakuza series is overall a great recommendation for fans of GTA 5. Yakuza: Like a Dragon (Xbox Series X/S + Xbox One) While the fourth entry is fairly divisive among long-time Just Cause fans, the game is a fine option for newcomers, especially since none of its predecessors are on Xbox Game Pass. It is not necessarily deep or ground-breaking, but it is fun. A pure sandbox experience, this game (and the entire franchise) provides players with the tools required for them to create (explosive) magic. While they are funneled through a story, players are also encouraged to explore the map as they see fit, destroying as many things as they can along the way.

Though definitely less realistic than a typical Grand Theft Auto game (and that is saying something), Just Cause 4 ticks a lot of the same boxes. RELATED: Everything You Need To Know About Xbox Game Pass Players are placed in the shoes of Rico Rodriguez as he once again grapple-hooks his way past a host of enemies, destroying the environment with explosions and shoot-outs galore. Madness and mayhem in an open-world environment are par for the course for Just Cause 4, and it is this quality that will appeal to any hardcore GTA fan.
