Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 28 to October 2

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1. 1d ago

   Xbox Game Pass September wave adds games as EA and Microsoft listings update

   Xbox Game Pass announced its September 2025 Wave 2 additions and departures, with the service updating twice monthly. The new source material does not identify the specific games in that wave, so the previously reported lineup of Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War E-Day, Kernel Hearts and Dune Awakening remains the clearest account of the period. EA's site lists current and upcoming releases, while Microsoft Store and two release-calendar sites provide places to verify future Xbox dates. None of the supplied sources confirms a September 28 to October 2 release slate for 2026.

   Why it matters

   Game Pass membership changes are announced in twice-monthly waves, a schedule Outrun Gaming describes for the service Microsoft owns. That cadence matters for subscribers deciding when to check the library and when games may leave. The supplied material offers general release-calendar and storefront pages rather than a dated Xbox announcement, leaving the exact titles and availability for the stated window unresolved.

   What is confirmed

   • Xbox Game Pass announces additions and departures twice monthly, once at the start of the month and again around the 15th, according to Outrun Gaming.
   • EA's official site lists Star Wars Zero Company as available on PC and consoles, with a site update dated August 28, 2026.
   • The Microsoft Store maintains a Coming Soon Games page for Xbox.
   • Games Coming Out says its calendar contains 260 confirmed dates across PS5, Xbox, Switch and PC and is updated daily.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Outrun Gaming's September 2025 Wave 2 report indicates Xbox released Game Pass arrivals around mid-September, but the excerpt does not name the games involved.
   • The September 28 to October 2 window in the feed topic may refer to a 2026 release slate, but no supplied source confirms that date range or its games.

   What to watch next

   • A dated Xbox Wire or New on Xbox post naming the games arriving and leaving Game Pass for September 28 to October 2.
   • Confirmation from the Microsoft Store or release-calendar sites of specific launch dates for the games in that window.
   • The next twice-monthly Game Pass update after the stated window, which would show whether the previously reported departures took effect.
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2. 6d ago

   Xbox Prepares New Content Amid Recent Revenue Declines

   Xbox Game Pass expands its library with Minecraft Dungeons II and Gears of War E-Day, joining a release schedule that features Kernel Hearts and Dune Awakening. Nine games leave the subscription platform ahead of November 2026. These updates arrive while Microsoft addresses ongoing financial reports showing content and services revenue decreases over four consecutive quarters. Meanwhile, hardware designers Carl Ledbetter and Chris Kujawski reflect on twenty-five years of Xbox hardware and its impact on players.

   Why it matters

   The subscription service updates sit alongside long-term design reflections from hardware creators Carl Ledbetter and Chris Kujawski. Microsoft balances these ecosystem additions against a backdrop of four consecutive quarters of declining revenue within its gaming content and services sector.

   What is confirmed

   • Xbox Game Pass features Minecraft Dungeons II and Gears of War E-Day in its library lineup.
   • Nine games depart from the subscription service platform ahead of November 2026.
   • Broader financial reporting highlights ongoing declines in Xbox content and services revenue over four consecutive quarters.

   What to watch next

   • Further official announcements regarding Xbox Game Pass additions and departures
   • Additional reporting on Microsoft gaming content and services revenue trends
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3. 11d ago

   Xbox Game Pass Adds Minecraft Dungeons II and Gears of War E-Day

   Xbox Game Pass features Minecraft Dungeons II and Gears of War E-Day in its library lineup. The addition coincides with a broader game release window that included titles such as Kernel Hearts and Dune Awakening during the subscription service schedule. Meanwhile, nine games depart from the subscription service platform ahead of November 2026. Microsoft continues to update its gaming ecosystem even as broader financial reporting highlights ongoing declines in Xbox content and services revenue over four consecutive quarters.

   Why it matters

   The inclusion of major titles on Xbox Game Pass highlights the platform's strategy to maintain subscriber engagement despite financial headwinds. Content and services revenue for Xbox has experienced a downward trend for four consecutive quarters. Managing library additions and departures remains central to balancing platform costs and user retention.

   What is confirmed

   • Xbox Game Pass September 2026 Wave 2 adds Kernel Hearts, Dune Awakening, Minecraft Dungeons II, and Gears of War E-Day.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Xbox content and services revenue declined for the fourth consecutive quarter.

   What to watch next

   • Further Xbox Game Pass library updates and wave schedules
   • Official financial reports tracking Xbox content and services revenue trends
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4. 23d ago

   Xbox Prepares High-Profile Releases Following September Surge

   Xbox prepares a high-profile release schedule for the week of October 19 to 23, featuring Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Final Fantasy Resonance, and We Were Here Tomorrow. This follows a launch window from September 28 to October 2 that delivered 37 new titles, led by Minecraft Dungeons II and Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition. Minecraft Dungeons II arrived on Xbox Game Pass alongside a Premium expansion, while the service removed eight titles at the end of that monthly period.

   Why it matters

   The platform continues to balance major upcoming launches with recent content rotations on Xbox Game Pass. The late-September window introduced dozens of games to the ecosystem, altering subscription availability as older titles rotated out. Industry developments elsewhere reflect shifting technological and market pressures across the broader entertainment sector.

   What is confirmed

   • Xbox scheduled Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Final Fantasy Resonance, and We Were Here Tomorrow for the week of October 19 to 23.
   • The September 28 to October 2 launch window brought 37 new titles to Xbox, highlighted by Minecraft Dungeons II and Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition.
   • Minecraft Dungeons II joined Xbox Game Pass with a Premium expansion.
   • Xbox Game Pass removed eight titles at the end of the September monthly period.

   What to watch next

   • Official performance metrics and player numbers for the October 19 to 23 game releases
   • Further announcements regarding upcoming Xbox Game Pass additions and removals
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5. 26d ago

   Xbox Prepares Late October Game Releases

   Xbox is scheduling several high-profile titles for the week of October 19 to 23, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Final Fantasy Resonance, and We Were Here Tomorrow. This follows a previous launch window from September 28 to October 2 that saw 37 new titles arrive, highlighted by Minecraft Dungeons II and Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition. While Minecraft Dungeons II joined Xbox Game Pass with a Premium expansion, the service also removed eight titles at the end of that monthly period.

   Why it matters

   The rapid succession of releases demonstrates Microsoft's strategy of maintaining a high volume of content for both purchase and subscription. The Game Pass rotation ensures a revolving library by adding new titles while pruning older ones. These specific releases include major franchises and remastered versions of existing hits.

   What is confirmed

   • Xbox is releasing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Final Fantasy Resonance, and We Were Here Tomorrow between October 19 and 23.
   • Xbox launched 37 new titles between September 28 and October 2.
   • Minecraft Dungeons II, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, and Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition were part of the September 28 to October 2 launch.
   • Minecraft Dungeons II launched on Xbox Game Pass with a Premium expansion.
   • Eight titles were removed from the Game Pass library as the monthly period ended.

   What to watch next

   • Official release dates for the October 19 to 23 titles
   • Confirmation of which eight titles were removed from Game Pass
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6. 29d ago

   Xbox to Launch 37 New Titles, Minecraft Dungeons II on Game Pass

   Xbox is set to launch 37 new titles between September 28 and October 2, including Minecraft Dungeons II, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, and Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition. Minecraft Dungeons II will be available directly on Xbox Game Pass with a Premium expansion. Eight existing titles will be removed from the Game Pass library as the monthly period ends.

   Why it matters

   The launch of new titles is significant for Xbox as it continues to expand its gaming offerings. The inclusion of Minecraft Dungeons II on Game Pass is notable, as it is a highly anticipated game. The cycling out of eight existing titles from the library is a regular occurrence, as Game Pass updates its content monthly.

   What is confirmed

   • Minecraft Dungeons II will launch directly onto Xbox Game Pass alongside a Premium expansion.
   • Eight existing titles will cycle out of the Xbox Game Pass library as the monthly period concludes.
   • The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered is one of the new titles launching between September 28 and October 2.
   • Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition is one of the new titles launching between September 28 and October 2.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Sonic Racing CrossWorlds: Year One Edition may be released on November 3rd.

   What to watch next

   • The release of Sonic Racing CrossWorlds: Year One Edition on November 3rd
   • The launch of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve
   • The removal of eight titles from Xbox Game Pass
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7. 31d ago

   Xbox Prepares 37 New Game Releases for Late September

   Xbox prepares to launch 37 new titles between September 28 and October 2. The upcoming lineup includes Minecraft Dungeons II, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Minecraft Dungeons II will launch directly onto Xbox Game Pass alongside a Premium expansion. Simultaneously, eight existing titles will cycle out of the subscription library as the monthly period concludes.

   Why it matters

   The monthly refresh of the Xbox subscription library manages player access by balancing incoming tentpole releases against outgoing titles. Major platform additions dictate player engagement trends and subscription value during the late-September publishing window.

   What is confirmed

   • Xbox is set to release 37 new games between September 28 and October 2, 2026.
   • Minecraft Dungeons II, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve are among the scheduled releases.
   • Minecraft Dungeons II will join Xbox Game Pass with a Premium expansion.
   • Eight titles will leave the Game Pass library as the monthly cycle ends.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of the exact eight titles leaving the Game Pass library
   • Final performance metrics for the Xbox release window
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8. 36d ago

   Xbox to Release 37 New Games by October 2

   Xbox is set to release 37 new games between September 28 and October 2, 2026, including Minecraft Dungeons II, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Minecraft Dungeons II will join Xbox Game Pass with a Premium expansion. Eight titles will leave the Game Pass library as the monthly cycle ends.

   Why it matters

   This release window coincides with a broader industry transition into October, featuring various free game claims across multiple platforms. The monthly update to the Xbox Game Pass library reflects ongoing efforts to refresh the service's offerings. Gamers can expect a busy period with multiple releases and updates across different platforms.

   What is confirmed

   • Xbox is releasing 37 new games between September 28 and October 2, 2026.
   • Minecraft Dungeons II will join Xbox Game Pass with a Premium expansion.
   • The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered is one of the key launches.
   • Eight titles will leave the Game Pass library as the monthly cycle ends.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Enshrouded 1.0, a major Arc Raiders update, and Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown are expected in October.

   What to watch next

   • The exact release dates for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered and Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition.
   • The full list of eight titles leaving the Xbox Game Pass library.
   • Any additional announcements from Xbox regarding more game releases or updates.
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9. 38d ago

   Xbox Launches 37 New Titles Including Minecraft Dungeons II

   Xbox is releasing 37 new games between September 28 and October 2, 2026. Key launches include Minecraft Dungeons II, which joins Xbox Game Pass with a Premium expansion for Keeper, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered. Other major releases are Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. As the monthly cycle ends, eight titles will leave the Game Pass library. This release window coincides with a broader industry transition into October, featuring various free game claims across multiple platforms.

   Why it matters

   The launch of Minecraft Dungeons II follows the massive success of the original franchise, which has sold over 400 million copies worldwide. This period of high activity precedes the November 19 launch of Grand Theft Auto VI on Xbox Series X|S.

   What is confirmed

   • Minecraft has sold over 400 million copies worldwide.
   • 37 new titles launch on Xbox between September 28 and October 2, 2026.
   • Minecraft Dungeons II is joining Xbox Game Pass.
   • Eight games are rotating out of the Game Pass library at the end of the month.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Grand Theft Auto VI launches November 19, 2026, on Xbox Series X|S with a standard price of $79.99 and an ultimate edition for $99.99.
   • Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered are arriving on the platform.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of a PC release date for Grand Theft Auto VI
   • Official list of the eight games leaving Game Pass
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10. 45d ago

    Xbox Prepares for 37 New Games and Game Pass Updates

    Xbox users face a busy release slate as 37 new titles launch between September 28 and October 2, 2026. Major additions include Minecraft Dungeons II joining Xbox Game Pass alongside a Premium expansion for Keeper. The platform also sees the arrivals of Gears of War: E- Day Premium Edition, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered. Concurrently, eight older games are rotating out of the Game Pass library as the month concludes.

    Why it matters

    The platform continues to refresh its library with major releases and tactical subscription adjustments heading into October 2026. Game Pass remains a primary driver for user engagement by rotating high-profile titles in and out of the service. Meanwhile, developers and publishers are capitalizing on the autumn window to launch high-profile sequels and remastered editions.

    What is confirmed

    • Xbox is scheduled to receive 37 new games between September 28 and October 2, 2026.
    • Minecraft Dungeons II is arriving on Xbox Game Pass.
    • Eight games are leaving Xbox Game Pass as September ends.

    Still unconfirmed

    • A source claims that L.A. Noire 2 will be Rockstar's next game following GTA 6.

    What to watch next

    • Monitor official rollout of the 37 scheduled titles on Xbox.
    • Track upcoming October 2026 Game Pass additions and departures.
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