However, availability depends on the game, subscription tier, and supported platform. Not every title is included with every Game Pass membership.
Xbox Game Pass New Games for October 2026
Here is the confirmed schedule for the latest October additions announced by Microsoft.
- Echo Weaver — October 8: Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. This knowledge-based Metroidvania challenges players to master time loops, uncover secrets, and use information gained through repeated attempts to break a cycle.
- Forever Ago — October 8: Available on Cloud, console, and PC with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The single-player road-trip adventure follows Alfred on a journey north as he searches for redemption, visits different locations, photographs memories, and meets new characters.
- Neon Abyss 2 — October 8: Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. This roguelike action platformer features a cyberpunk-inspired setting, challenging battles, and repeat runs that encourage players to develop new strategies.
- Battlefield 6 — October 13: Scheduled to join Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The first-person shooter focuses on large-scale warfare, close-quarters combat, and destructible environments. Game Pass Ultimate also includes EA Play, which provides access to eligible EA membership benefits.
- Deep Dish Dungeon — October 13: Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. This survival and exploration game combines dungeon crawling, crafting, puzzles, and resource management. Players can explore its handcrafted environments alone or team up with others in online co-op.
- Valor Mortis — October 13: Scheduled to join Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, supported handheld devices, and PC. Developed by the creators of Ghostrunner, this first-person action soulslike follows a former soldier of Napoleon’s army who returns from the dead in a Europe threatened by a mysterious plague and supernatural forces.
- Bluey’s Happy Snaps — October 15: Scheduled for Cloud, console, handheld, and PC through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The family-friendly adventure lets players explore familiar locations from Bluey’s world, take photographs, discover wildlife, and play with Bluey and Bingo.
- Chained Beasts — October 15: Scheduled to join Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This cooperative gladiator roguelike supports one to four players, challenging friends to work together in chaotic arena battles.
- Beyond These Stars — October 16: Scheduled for PC through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The city-building and management game puts players in charge of a settlement on the back of a space whale. Players must manage resources, meet the needs of their population, explore the galaxy, and build relationships with other species.
Battlefield 6 Is a Major Addition to the October Lineup
Battlefield 6 is one of the biggest names in Microsoft’s latest Game Pass update. Its arrival gives subscribers with eligible memberships another option for large-scale multiplayer combat and tactical first-person shooting.
The game emphasizes environmental destruction, fast-paced firefights, and coordinated team play. Players can experience its combat across supported platforms, although the available versions and cloud-streaming options may differ by device and region.
Game Pass Ultimate subscribers also receive EA Play as part of their membership. Microsoft notes that eligible EA Play members can access additional Battlefield 6 benefits, including designated seasonal rewards and content packs. These benefits are separate from the standard availability of the game and may be subject to specific membership conditions.
What Makes the Other October Additions Worth Watching?
The rest of the lineup offers a wider selection for players who prefer something beyond competitive shooting. Valor Mortis combines first-person combat with soulslike mechanics, while Deep Dish Dungeon focuses on exploration, puzzle-solving, crafting, and cooperative survival.
Neon Abyss 2 caters to players who enjoy fast-paced roguelike action, with repeated attempts and changing combat situations encouraging experimentation. Forever Ago provides a slower, story-driven alternative built around exploration, photography, and a personal journey.
For families, Bluey’s Happy Snaps offers a more relaxed experience based on exploration and photography. Meanwhile, Beyond These Stars is aimed at players who enjoy building settlements, managing resources, and making long-term decisions in a science-fiction setting.
Together, these games give the October lineup a mix of action, strategy, exploration, and family-friendly entertainment rather than concentrating on a single genre.
Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass on October 15
Subscribers should also check the list of games scheduled to leave the Game Pass library on October 15, 2026. Microsoft has announced the following departures:
- A Plague Tale: Requiem
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Crime Scene Cleaner
- Donut County
- Evil West
- Nova Roma (Game Preview)
- Pacific Drive
- Superball
- The Casting of Frank Stone
These titles are listed for removal from the service across their supported Cloud, console, and PC versions, with Nova Roma listed for PC. Players who are midway through a game should check its individual store listing and Game Pass availability before the removal date. Subscribers may also find discounts on selected titles before they leave the catalog.
How to Check the Latest Xbox Game Pass Catalog
Players can check the Game Pass section on their Xbox console, the Xbox app on PC, or the official Xbox website to confirm which games are included with their membership. Before downloading a title, check its supported platforms, subscription requirements, and regional availability.
Cloud gaming is not supported for every title or in every location, while some games require newer Xbox hardware or a compatible PC. The date announced for a game can also differ from the time it becomes accessible in an individual region. xbox game pass new games october
Microsoft’s October 2026 update brings a varied selection of games to eligible Game Pass subscribers, with Battlefield 6, Deep Dish Dungeon, and Valor Mortis among the key additions scheduled for October 13. Bluey’s Happy Snaps, Chained Beasts, and Beyond These Stars are set to expand the catalog further through October 16. Players should also keep the October 15 departure list in mind when planning their next downloads.