It’s the beginning of the month, people: that means another set of Game Pass updates, and this August is filled to the brim with changes—both on games coming to the service, as well as titles leaving it.
Read on to find out what you’re getting and what you’re losing, both for PC and consoles. and make sure to check out the game releases on other platforms (and PlayStation Plus) as well!
Xbox Game Pass August updates
New Games
| Title | Date/Status |
|---|---|
| Rain World | Available now |
| Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector | Available now |
| Assassin’s Creed Mirage | Arrives on August 7 |
| 9 Kings (Game Preview) | Available now |
| Descenders Next (Game Preview) | Available now (added last week) |
| Aliens: Fireteam Elite | Available now |
DLC, Updates, and Perks
| Title | Date/Status |
|---|---|
| EA Sports Madden NFL 26 | 10-hour early access trial on August 7 |
| Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced | Update on the way |
| Sea of Thieves | Season 17 |
| In-game benefits for Smite 2, Naraka Bladepoint, Call of Duty: Warzone | Perks available |
Leaving Game Pass
| Title | Date/Status |
|---|---|
| Anthem | Leaving on August 15 |
| Farming Simulator 22 | Leaving on August 15 |
| Persona 3 Reload | Leaving on August 15 |
How much does Game Pass cost
When it comes to joining Xbox Game Pass, Microsoft offers a whole bunch of plans and tiers—each with their pricing and benefits.
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Of all tiers available, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is the most comprehensive option at $19.99 per month. This plan provides access to the full game library on console, PC, and cloud services. Furthermore, this plan includes day one releases, online console multiplayer, and a membership to EA Play. Additionally, Ultimate subscribers get cloud gaming on supported devices, exclusive member discounts, and special Perks.
For console-only players, the Xbox Game Pass Standard plan is available for $14.99 per month. It offers hundreds of high-quality games on the console and includes online console multiplayer, along with member deals and discounts. However, it does not provide access to new games on their release day.
PC gamers have their own dedicated plan with PC Game Pass at $11.99 per month. This subscription gives you hundreds of high-quality PC games, including new games on day one. It also comes with an included EA Play membership, member deals, discounts, and various in-game benefits.
Last but not last (well, it is the lesser option, but you get the idea…), Xbox Game Pass Core is the most affordable option at $9.99 per month. It focuses on online console multiplayer and provides access to a curated catalog of over 25 high-quality console games. Like the other plans, it also includes member deals and discounts but does not offer new games on release day.
