Xbox Game Pass reveals X new Day One games

The ID@Xbox Fall 2025 showcase featured 9 new games on day one Xbox Game Passfrom multiplayer sandbox games and strategy defense titles to sequels to cult classic horror games. Gamers who subscribe to Xbox Game Pass have enjoyed a number of monthly new additions to the service, and now they can get a sneak peek at some of the latest titles set to launch on Day One of Game Pass.

Similar to other video game subscription services, Xbox Game Pass allows players to pay a monthly or annual fee to access an ever-changing library of games, from classic titles to new releases. Games that launch simultaneously on Xbox Game Pass and other platforms are referred to as “day one” games, and the latest preview of upcoming titles includes a number of new features for Xbox subscribers to enjoy.

Day One Games is coming to Xbox Game Pass

Aphelion (2026)
Awaysis (coming soon)
Darkwood II (coming soon)
Dome Keeper (December 9)
Egging On (November 6)
The monsters are coming! Rock & Road (2026)
Planet Lana II (2026)
Routine (December 4)
Sledding Game (coming soon)

The 9 new Day One games revealed for Xbox Game Pass include Darkwood IIsequel to the indie hit Dark woodadorable dungeon warrior Awaysisand a cozy multiplayer title with a snowy sandbox, Sledding game. All three are being touted as “Coming Soon,” so interested players will want to keep an eye out for any updates to their official release dates. With games with confirmed launch times, fans can look forward to some hilariously challenging Egging Onhilariously challenging egg platformer, RoutineAn FPS survival horror sci-fi game coming to Xbox Game Pass on December 4th, and a tower defense game Guardian of the Dome on December 9.

Includes the next launch of Xbox Game Pass in 2026 Planet Lana IIsequel to one of 2023's top-rated indie puzzle-platformer action-adventure sci-fi adventures Aphelionand The monsters are coming! Rock & Roadrouge-lite survivor tower with bullet hell fight. The sheer variety of day-one games set to debut on Xbox Game Pass remains a key selling point for the subscription service, and fans are already celebrating various announcements from the ID@Xbox Fall 2025 Showcase.

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While there has been some controversy over the recent Xbox Game Pass price hikes, it remains clear that the frequent additions of day one games and the launch of popular titles make Xbox Game Pass a valuable service for many gamers. With several new titles ready to launch Xbox Game Pass in the coming weeks, and with more already confirmed for 2026, it should come as no surprise that Microsoft continues to prioritize its gaming subscriptions.