Xbox announces 15 new day-one titles coming to Game Pass
The IGN x ID@Xbox showcase event was held today, and it brought a wave of announcements from different developers. The event featured new trailers, gameplay reveals, and updates on upcoming titles. For Game Pass members, there was some big news, as Xbox confirmed that 15 new games will be launching day one on Game Pass.
Day-one new releases coming to Game Pass
Some of the announced games have confirmed release dates, while others will be released sometime this year. That said, here are all the newly announced day one titles coming to Game Pass and their platforms.
Game name | Short description | Platforms | Release date/window |
Aphelion | A third-person action-adventure game set on a frozen alien planet where you explore dangerous environments, survive harsh conditions, and uncover hidden secrets. | Xbox Series X/S, PC, and handhelds | Coming in 2026 |
Beastro | A mix of cozy life sim and deckbuilding. You cook meals that power your abilities in combat, build your deck, and team up with unique characters to fight monsters. | Xbox Series X/S | Coming soon |
Crashout Crew | A chaotic co-op game set in a warehouse where you deliver bizarre items. You can work with up to four players to complete physics-based challenges and manage shipments. | Xbox Series X/S and PC | May 28 |
Deep Dish Dungeon | An online co-op survival game set in a dungeon where you explore, gather resources, cook meals for buffs, and build your camp while dealing with puzzles and dangers. | Xbox Series X/S, and PC | Fall 2026 |
Echo Generation 2 | A sci-fi RPG with deckbuilding mechanics. You can build a team, create powerful card combos, and explore space while fighting enemies and trying to find your way back home. | Xbox Series X/S, and PC | May 27 |
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School | A puzzle adventure where you explore a large campus and solve escape rooms. You can play solo or with friends while uncovering a mystery tied to the academy. | Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC | Coming in 2026 |
Inkonbini: One Store. Many Stories. | A relaxing story-driven game set in a small convenience store. You manage daily tasks and interact with customers, with choices shaping different personal stories. | Xbox Series X/S, and PC | April 30 |
Mistfall Hunter | A dark fantasy action RPG with extraction elements. You explore dangerous forests, fight enemies, and survive intense encounters while uncovering secrets in a hostile world. | Xbox Series X/S, and PC | July 2026 |
RV There Yet? | A co-op driving adventure where you guide an RV through dangerous terrain. The goal is to manage resources, survive hazards, and work together to make it back home safely. | Xbox Series X/S, and PC | May 2026 |
Screenbound | A unique platformer that mixes 2D and 3D gameplay at the same time. | Xbox Series X/S and PC | Coming soon |
SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed | A fast-paced multiplayer racing platformer where you can compete with up to eight players. | Xbox Series X/S and PC | July 2026 |
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions | A co-op space exploration game where you complete missions across planets. You can craft tools, upgrade gear, and work with your team to achieve large-scale objectives. | Xbox Series X/S and PC | Coming soon |
Tears of Metal | A co-op hack-and-slash roguelike set in a medieval world. The goal is to fight waves of enemies and reclaim your land while uncovering the story behind a mysterious invasion. | Xbox Series X/S and PC | Coming soon |
There Are No Ghosts at the Grand | A story-driven game where you renovate a hotel by day and face strange supernatural events by night. | Xbox Series X/S and PC | Coming soon |
Vapor World: Over The Mind | A dark, atmospheric souls-like platformer with a strong focus on precise combat and exploration. | Xbox Series X/S and PC | June 2026 |
April has been a solid month for Game Pass users so far, as Microsoft added nine games to the service during the first week. Then, a few weeks later, on April 20, the company added eight more games. Microsoft also recently announced a price drop for Game Pass, taking the Ultimate plan down to $22.99 from $29.99 and PC Game Pass to $13.99 from $16.49.
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