Microsoft has confirmed the arrival of several new titles on Xbox Game Pass throughout September 2026, impacting subscribers across cloud, console, and PC platforms. Notably, RuneScape: Dragonwilds and SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will be available on the service, expanding Game Pass library offerings for a range of gaming preferences.
The new titles kick off with Shelldiver, arriving on day one of September. It is an incremental game playable across cloud, console, and PC that features exploration and shop management centred around a turtle protagonist.
Key Games Launching on Xbox Game Pass in September
SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will be accessible on Xbox Series X|S, cloud, and PC from 3 September. It is a sequel to the competitive co-op platformer that supports up to 8 players in online races, introducing new mechanics such as grappling hooks and refined movement across carefully designed maps. Subscribers can access it from launch without additional cost.
On 4 September, Dice a Million will launch on Xbox Series X|S, handhelds, cloud, and PC with Game Pass Premium. This roguelike deck builder challenges players to build a set of dice and leverage strategic chances to succeed.
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War arrives on 8 September for Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass subscribers, covering campaign play with missions set across global Cold War theatres and featuring encounters with historical figures.
The Royal Writ debuts on 10 September for the same Game Pass tiers across cloud, console, handheld, and PC. It is a medieval roguelike deck builder emphasising battlefield tactics, legend-building from fallen heroes, and the cost of sacrifice in battle.
Also launching on 10 September is Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, continuing the long-running 3D fighting series. It offers multiple modes including a single-player journey and supports cross-play and rollback netcode features for global competitive matches.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds arrives mid-month on 15 September, bringing a new co-operative survival adventure set on the forgotten continent of Ashenfall. The game tasks players with gathering resources, crafting, and facing an awakened Dragon Queen as they explore this fantasy world. It will be available via cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC Game Pass.
Additional Updates and Departures from Game Pass
TCG Card Shop Simulator exits Xbox Game Pass’s preview stage and releases officially on 15 September. This title lets players build decks and run card shop tournaments and supports cloud, console, handheld, and PC platforms.
EA Sports NHL 27 will offer an EA Play 10-hour early access trial starting 4 September on console, allowing early gameplay with progress transferable to the full release.
Subscribers will also gain an in-game benefit for Aniimo from 16 September, including an exclusive reward pack with items tailored to enhance the creature-catching RPG experience across Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Several games will leave the Xbox Game Pass library on 15 September, including Commandos: Origins, Cricket 24, Cyberpunk 2077, Dead Cells, Deep Rock Galactic Survivor, Frostpunk 2, Mullet Madjack, Spiritfarer, Superliminal, and Train Sim World 5. Players are advised to take advantage of available discounts before these titles depart the service.
These additions and removals reflect Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to refresh the Game Pass catalogue with a broad selection of genres across multiple platforms.
