Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More
Whether you’re delving into the Dungeons a second time, surviving the chaos of Emergence Day with Bravo Squad, or just biking through the ultimate obstacle course, we have a bunch more games ready for you and some friends. Let’s get to it!
Available Today
RuneScape: Dragonwilds (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – September 15
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
On RuneScape’s forgotten continent of Ashenfall, dragons have awoken. Gather, build, skill, and craft in this co-operative survival adventure. Only by mastering survival and uncovering ancient secrets can you hope to face the ferocious Dragon Queen.
Coming Soon
Marvel Cosmic Invasion (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – September 16
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
A cosmic battle awaits! Choose between 15 Marvel heroes in this frenetic action beat ‘em up to fight against the deadly Annihilation Wave threatening the galaxy. From New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone, the future of the Marvel Universe will be fought for across the stars!
Planet of Lana II (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – September 16
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
Can a friendship change the world? Embark on an unforgettable sci-fi adventure with Lana and her loyal companion Mui. Solve clever puzzles, uncover hidden secrets, and confront the dangers reshaping their home. This breathtaking cinematic platformer is sure to challenge your mind, stir your heart, and dazzle your eyes and ears.
Routine (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – September 16
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
A first-person sci-fi horror set on an abandoned lunar base designed around an ‘80s vision of the future. Explore and investigate your surroundings as you survive against unknown threats.
Ultimate Sheep Raccoon (Cloud, Console, and PC) – September 16
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
Ultimate Sheep Raccoon is a bike-racing party game where you and your friends build the course together. Add obstacles and dangerous traps, take the lead with power-ups, and race to the finish!
Kernel Hearts (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – September 17
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Available on day one with XBOX Game Pass! Kernel Hearts is a unique blend of action RPG and roguelike elements with optional multiplayer co-op. Choose from four magical members with different playstyles and abilities and learn about them and your companions as you progress up the Tower of Babel.
Ninja Gaiden 4 (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – September 17
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
The definitive ninja hack and slash franchise returns with Ninja Gaiden 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in this high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.
Dune: Awakening (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – September 22
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
Dune: Awakening is a single and multiplayer open world survival game with immersive adventure and RPG gameplay. Explore, build, craft, and unravel a cinematic Dune story as you rise from survival to greatness on the most legendary planet in the universe.
Well Dweller (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – September 22
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Available on day one with XBOX Game Pass! Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer – a tiny bird armed with a matchstick – who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Mad King Redemption (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – September 23
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
Mad King Redemption is a unique blend of a traditional beat ’em up with strong roguelite progression, combined with a pixel art style in a 2.5D world. Free the Mad King from his insanity and defeat the corrupted enemies in a way that’s new every run!
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – September 25
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
Forced to go rogue. Hunted from within. This is Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Developed by the award-winning teams at Treyarch and Raven Software, Black Ops 6 is an action thriller with a mind-bending narrative and unbound by the rules of engagement. This is signature Black Ops across a cinematic single-player Campaign, a best-in-class Multiplayer experience, and the epic return of Round-Based Zombies.
Minecraft Dungeons II (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC) – September 29
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Available on day one with XBOX Game Pass! Gear up and team up to enter a new dimension in Minecraft Dungeons II! Journey into the Sift to explore uncharted lands and fight unfamiliar threats that will test you like never before. Uncover new ways to customize your gear and prepare for the toughest battle yet. Are you ready to face what awaits beyond the rifts?
Keeper (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – October 2
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
Keeper is a story told without words. After a long-forgotten lighthouse is awakened and joined by a spirited seabird, it embarks upon a heartening tale of unlikely companionship and an unexpected journey into realms beyond understanding.
Gears of War: E-Day (XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, PC, and Cloud) – October 6
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Available on day one with XBOX Game Pass! Experience the horror and brutality of Emergence Day. 14 years before the original Gears of War, join Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago in a gripping origin-story campaign as the Locust Horde first erupt from below, igniting a desperate fight for survival.
In Case You Missed It
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – September 2
Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
Now available on XBOX Series X|S and Cloud Gaming! Now in its 1.0 full release, live the double life of a fearless adventurer and a crafty merchant in this action RPG. Dive into vibrant dimensions, battle relentless enemies, and haul your loot back to a cozy shop where every relic has a price. The dungeons and wealth await.
Coming Soon to Game Pass Essential
Rematch (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – September 25
Now with Game Pass Essential; joining Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass
Step onto the pitch in Rematch, a third-person, team-based soccer game where every pass, volley, and tackle matters. Designed for 5v5 online play, Rematch puts you in full control of one athlete, with no offsides, no fouls, and no downtime. Pass smart, play with purpose, and win together.
Game Updates
EA Sports FC 27 – EA Play Early Access Trial (Console, PC) – September 18
The World’s Game is here. Play EA Sports FC 27 now to experience The Grounds, a football playground where the streets meet the stadium, and feel greater control in every mode as community-driven innovations deliver more true-to-football gameplay.
Sea of Thieves: Season 21 – Coming September 17
Enjoy a Free Play Weekend September 17-21 with no subscription required, then celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day with a Parley Event. Use the new parley pennant to chat with other crews and earn special sails as your reward. A new Seasonal track brings new rewards alongside a packed calendar of events, including Bilge Rat Weekenders, Fight Nights, and more.
In-Game Benefits
Brawlhalla (Cloud, Console, and PC) – September 17
Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, Game Pass Essential, and PC Game Pass
Gear up and jump into the eternal battle arena of Brawlhalla, a free-to-play epic platform fighter for up to 8 players. This benefits pack includes a Kill Thrill Hattori Skin, Hattori Legend Unlock, and the Regal Sun Sword Weapon Skin.
Leaving September 30
The following games are leaving the Game Pass library soon. Don’t want the fun to end? Save on these games now before they leave Game Pass!
- Atomfall (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Little Nightmares 2 Enhanced Edition (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Little Rocket Lab (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Sifu (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- SOPA Tale of the Stolen Potato (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Sworn (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Terminull Brigade (Cloud, Console, and PC)
As always, keep an eye on this space for your next favorite game! Until next time we’ll be sharing what’s up next in our gaming playlist @XboxGamePass and @Xbox. Talk soon!
Note: Games with a ‘Handheld’ designation represent those that are optimized for handheld play.