Xbox Game Pass October 2026: First Wave of Games Revealed with Major Titles

Introduction to the October 2026 Xbox Game Pass Lineup

For Xbox and PC gamers, October 2026 is kicking off at full throttle. Following the massive release of Gears of War E-Day—which comes hot on the heels of the summer launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved—Microsoft is keeping the momentum going by bringing some of its most iconic franchises back into the spotlight. This makes it an ideal time to dive into the Xbox Game Pass catalog to discover the incredible assortment of titles joining the service during the first half of October 2026.

First Wave of Additions for October 2026

The early part of the month features a diverse mix of indie gems, highly anticipated day-one releases, and massive multiplayer experiences. Here is the full schedule of games heading to the platform:

• October 8: Echo Weaver (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
• October 8: Forever Ago (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• October 8: Neon Abyss 2 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• October 13: Battlefield 6 (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
• October 13: Deep Dish Dungeon (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
• October 13: Valor Mortis (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
• October 15: Bluey’s Happy Snaps (Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
• October 15: Chained Beasts (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
• October 16: Beyond These Stars (PC)

Valor Mortis: A Dark Souls-Like Experience Day One

True to form, Microsoft's subscription service continues to cater to a wide variety of genres and player preferences. Among the standout additions is Valor Mortis, an intense new souls-like action RPG developed by One More Level, launching on day one via Game Pass on October 13. Players will step into the boots of a resurrected veteran soldier from Napoleon's army, utilizing unique supernatural powers to battle terrifying monsters and thwart a catastrophic conspiracy threatening all of humanity.

Battlefield 6 Arrives Alongside Season 5

In addition to fresh indie and brand-new day-one titles, the Xbox Game Pass is welcoming some of the most talked-up blockbusters from recent memory, including Battlefield 6. Landing on the service just in time to coincide with the launch of its massive Season 5 update, players can jump into the chaotic multiplayer action complete with fresh content drops and an unexpected crossover featuring one of Electronic Arts' most beloved franchises.

Games Leaving the Xbox Game Pass on October 15, 2026

As is customary with the rotating library of the Game Pass, every wave of exciting new arrivals comes with a bittersweet goodbye. A total of 9 titles are scheduled to leave the service mid-month on October 15. Subscribers who haven't yet experienced these standout games should rush to play them before they depart:

• A Plague Tale: Requiem (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Crime Scene Cleaner (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Donut County (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Evil West (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Nova Roma - Game Preview (PC)
• Pacific Drive (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Superball (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• The Casting of Frank Stone (Cloud, Console, and PC)