Microsoft has revealed the list of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in September, and the selection is quite varied . Among the most notable titles are Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Virtua Fighter 5 REVO World Stage, and RuneScape: Dragonwilds, in addition to several new releases that will be available from day one.
The company has structured the new releases into two waves, with the first focused on the first half of the month. Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Premium subscribers will have access to these titles, although with some differences depending on the Xbox Game Pass subscription level . Below, we review everything that's arriving and also what's leaving.
First wave: premieres and confirmations
The first batch kicks off on September 1st with Shelldiver , an incremental game where you control a turtle fishing for jellyfish. The following day, September 2nd, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault , the sequel to the action RPG with shop management, joins the lineup and will be available on PC Game Pass. On September 3rd, Speedrunners 2: King of Speed ​​arrives , the competitive platformer that finally debuts after several delays. On September 4th, Dice a Million , a roguelike deck-builder previously available on other platforms, joins the Premium service.
One of the highlights is Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War , which will be available on September 8. This installment, developed by Raven Software, includes a campaign, multiplayer, and the popular Zombies mode. Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass subscribers will be able to enjoy it. On September 10, two more titles will be added: The Royal Writ , another roguelike deckbuilder set in medieval times, and Virtua Fighter 5 REVO World Stage , the definitive version of SEGA's classic fighting game, which was confirmed by producer Seiji Aoki. Finally, on September 15, RuneScape: Dragonwilds arrives , the first standalone game in Jagex's franchise, which has already sold over a million copies in early access.
Second wave: Dune Awakening and company
The second wave, starting September 22, includes titles like Dune: Awakening , the survival MMO set on the planet Arrakis, which will arrive on consoles directly through Game Pass. Well Dweller also joins on the same day, and on September 29, Minecraft Dungeons 2 , the highly anticipated sequel to the dungeon crawler, will be available. These games will be available on Game Pass Ultimate and PC, as confirmed.
Furthermore, Microsoft is expected to announce more additions throughout the month, as the current list is not final. The company typically releases the full wave at the beginning of each month, so surprises are likely.
Farewells: The games leaving Game Pass on September 15
As is typical, new additions often come with departures. On September 15, ten titles will leave the catalog, including Cyberpunk 2077 , which will only be available on cloud and consoles, and others such as Dead Cells , Spiritfarer , Superliminal , and Train Sim World 5. The complete list includes Commandos: Origins, Cricket 24, Deep Rock Galactic Survivor, Frostpunk 2 (PC only), and Mullet Madjack.
Subscribers who want to continue playing these titles can take advantage of the special discounts Microsoft often offers before they are removed. It's recommended to review the list and prioritize the ones that interest you most.
With this selection, September is shaping up to be a very full month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, with a mix of day-one releases, modern classics, and indie titles. The addition of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War and Virtua Fighter 5 REVO World Stage are the main attractions, but we shouldn't forget the second wave of releases with Dune: Awakening and Minecraft Dungeons 2. On the other hand, the September 15 releases include beloved titles like Spiritfarer and Cyberpunk 2077, so it's worth planning your play sessions. In any case, the selection remains broad and varied, offering something for everyone.
