Xbox Game Pass subscribers are in for a substantial content drop this February, with a wave of new titles arriving on the service. Microsoft announced today, , that several highly anticipated games, including Kingdom Come Deliverance II and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, will be joining the Game Pass library. This builds on an earlier announcement of new additions, including Aerial Knight’s DropShot and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, which became available today.
Expanding the Game Pass Catalog
The addition of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is particularly noteworthy. This critically acclaimed action role-playing game, developed by CD Projekt Red, has long been a staple in many gamers’ libraries. Its inclusion on Game Pass provides access to a vast and immersive open-world experience for a wider audience. The arrival of the complete edition suggests players will have access to all previously released content and updates.
Kingdom Come Deliverance II, the sequel to the popular historical RPG, is also a major draw. While details regarding the game’s specific features and improvements over its predecessor remain limited, its inclusion signals a commitment to bringing high-profile new releases directly to Game Pass subscribers. The game is expected to offer a realistic and immersive medieval experience, building upon the foundations laid by the original.
Rounding out the announced additions is EA Sports College Football 26. This title will appeal to fans of American football, offering a simulation experience focused on the collegiate level. The inclusion of this sports title demonstrates Microsoft’s continued efforts to diversify the Game Pass library and cater to a broad range of gaming preferences.
Today’s Releases and Ongoing Updates
Alongside the upcoming additions, several games were made available to Game Pass subscribers today, . Aerial Knight’s DropShot, a high-speed, stylized FPS/race game, offers a unique blend of action and rhythm. Players take on the role of Smoke Wallace, a character with extraordinary abilities gained from a rather unusual encounter with a radioactive dragon. The game’s fast-paced gameplay and distinctive visual style are designed to provide an engaging and challenging experience.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, based on the popular film franchise, also launched on the service today. This first-person, action-adventure game allows players to explore the Western Frontier of Pandora as a Na’vi. The game features a compelling narrative centered around reconnecting with lost heritage and protecting Pandora from the RDA. A recent update has also added a third-person perspective, offering players a new way to experience the world.
Avowed, already available with Game Pass Premium, has received a significant update. This update includes new playable races, a New Game Plus mode, a photo mode, custom game options, and a new weapon type – the quarterstaff – alongside numerous gameplay fixes and improvements. This update provides a compelling reason for both new and returning players to dive into the Living Lands.
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Releases
Microsoft is also preparing to release Death Howl on . This title, already available on PC through Game Pass, is a soulslike deck builder set within a sorrowful spirit world. The combination of these genres suggests a challenging and strategic gameplay experience.
Game Pass Plans and Accessibility
The Xbox Game Pass service offers multiple tiers, each providing varying levels of access and benefits. Game Pass Ultimate includes access to titles on Xbox consoles, PC, and cloud gaming. PC Game Pass provides access to games on Windows PCs. Xbox Game Pass Premium, formerly known as Xbox Game Pass Standard, offers additional benefits, including access to a wider selection of games and exclusive perks. The recent restructuring of Game Pass plans, including the renaming of Core to Xbox Game Pass Essential and Standard to Xbox Game Pass Premium, aims to provide greater clarity and value for subscribers.
The continued expansion of the Game Pass library underscores Microsoft’s commitment to providing a compelling value proposition for gamers. By bringing both new releases and established titles to the service, Microsoft is positioning Game Pass as a central hub for gaming on Xbox and PC. The addition of titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Kingdom Come Deliverance II is likely to attract new subscribers and further solidify Game Pass’s position as a leading gaming subscription service.
