A Busy Month for Xbox Subscribers
Microsoft is kicking off September 2026 with a diverse selection of games hitting Xbox Game Pass. Whether you are a fan of high-octane competitive action or deep, strategic deck-building, the latest rotation offers significant variety across consoles, PC, and cloud platforms.
The Highlights: What to Play
The spotlight this month is shared between established blockbusters and fresh indie experiences. Perhaps the most anticipated arrival is Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, which joins the service on September 8. It brings a narrative-heavy campaign that spans iconic global locations, from East Berlin to Soviet KGB headquarters.
- SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed (Sept 3): A day-one release offering competitive co-op platforming with support for up to 8 players online.
- Dice a Million (Sept 4): A unique roguelike deck builder where success relies on both luck and strategy.
- Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage (Sept 10): The latest evolution of the classic 3D fighter, featuring new training tools and cross-play support.
- RuneScape: Dragonwilds (Sept 15): A cooperative survival adventure set on the forgotten continent of Ashenfall.
Clearing Out the Library
As new games arrive, others must depart. Microsoft has confirmed that several titles will leave the Game Pass library on September 15. Notable departures include Cyberpunk 2077, Dead Cells, and Deep Rock Galactic Survivor. Players who want to continue their adventures in these titles should take advantage of member discounts before they are removed from the service.
Sacrifice creates stories in this medieval roguelike deck builder. Watch cards march to glory or permanent death as they battle toward the enemy.
— Xbox Wire regarding The Royal Writ