Ok so i got the game with game pass for pc and i tried to play a multiplaer game with my mates. when i go to the multiplayer screen theres no lobbys when i host a game noone can see mine either its obviously from my end because of the whole empty multiplayer screen. anyone had this issue or might know what it could be?

This could be caused by a few issues. My first guess is you have a firewall or antivirus that is blocking ES2.

Have you set any unusual IP, subnet, or gateway settings with your computer or router?

Is your game updated?