The inaugural New Game Plus Showcase revealed updates and upcoming titles for Xbox Game Pass, including new versions of Avowed, Grounded 2, Towerborne, and exclusive looks at third-party games Aphelion and Denshattack!, with release dates spanning early 2026.
Xbox Game Pass adds several new games in January, including Star Wars Outlaws, Resident Evil Village, and more, with some titles leaving the library soon. Highlights include the first open-world Star Wars game, a remastered Final Fantasy, and various indie and AAA titles across multiple platforms.
Only two games have been announced for Xbox Game Pass in January 2026 so far, with more titles expected to be revealed by Microsoft in early and mid-January. The service will also see some games leaving in January, with additional updates expected later in the month and throughout 2026.
Microsoft is set to remove five games from Xbox Game Pass on January 15, 2026, including popular titles like Road 96 and The Ascent, with discounts available until then. The full list includes Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, Neon White, Road 96, The Ascent, and The Grinch: Christmas Adventures.
Today’s deals include a free month of Xbox Game Pass with select Fire TV devices, discounts on Apple AirPods Pro 3, gaming headsets, and Pokémon TCG products, along with savings on various tech accessories and gaming glasses, making it a good day for tech and gaming enthusiasts to save.
Aaero 2, a highly-rated rhythm game, has received a new 'Black Razor Edition' on Xbox, adding new tracks, levels, and environments, making it a worthwhile upgrade for fans of the genre, especially given its positive reviews and affordable price.
Xbox Game Pass has announced two Day One titles for January 2026: the metroidvania MIO: Memories In Orbit releasing on January 20, and the city builder Nova Roma launching on January 22, both offering new gaming experiences to subscribers.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a debut RPG from Sandfall Interactive, became the biggest third-party launch on Xbox Game Pass in 2025, praised for its story, visuals, and innovative combat, reaching a wide audience through Xbox support and Game Pass.
Xbox offers Free Play Days featuring five games including Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Wild Bastards, Crime Boss: Rockay City, Trailmakers, and Big Helmet Heroes, allowing players to try these titles for free during the event with options to purchase at discounts.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will be available for preload on November 10th and officially releases on November 14th, with staggered regional launch times. The game features extensive PC optimizations, support for various hardware including handhelds like the ROG Xbox Ally, and is included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
Xbox Game Pass is adding Black Ops 7 and other titles in November, but some notable games like Stalker 2 and Frostpunk are leaving the service, prompting players to consider purchasing those titles if they want to keep them.
Microsoft announced new Xbox Game Pass titles for November, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on launch day, along with several indie and popular games, amidst a recent price hike for the highest subscription tier.
Microsoft announced the Xbox Game Pass November 2025 Wave 1 lineup, featuring major releases like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on November 14, along with several indie and popular titles launching throughout the week. The lineup includes games like Dead Static Drive, Sniper Elite: Resistance, and Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris, with some titles leaving the service on November 15.
Xbox Game Pass is adding a variety of new titles including the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Dead Static Drive, and Winter Burrow, along with several indie and multiplayer games, with some available on day one. The service also announces upcoming updates and games leaving the library soon.
A recent poll asks players for their initial impressions of The Outer Worlds 2 on Xbox Game Pass, with early feedback being generally positive regarding gameplay and story, though players are still exploring the game amidst a busy Xbox gaming lineup.