Microsoft is not slowing down at the start of the year. After hitting hard with the integration of Star Wars Outlaws or Resident Evil Village, Xbox Game Pass unveils its next wave of games. In total, ten titles will enrich the catalog by the beginning of February 2026, with a diversity that will appeal to fans of RPG, strategy or action.
The kick-off begins today with the arrival of Death Stranding: Director’s Cutavailable to Ultimate and Premium subscribers. In the days that follow, we will find in particular Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 And The Talos Principle 2. Microsoft is capitalizing here on known licenses and strong experiences, although no internally developed games are included. As the official press release states: “this is an exceptional collection of titles from third-party publishers around the world.”
A precise calendar so you don’t miss anything
The games are coming gradually until February 3. Here are the key dates to remember:
- January 20 : Death Stranding: Director’s Cut
- January 21 : RoadCraft, Ninja Gaiden Ragebound
- January 27 : The Talos Principle 2
- January 28 : Anno: Mutationem, Drop Duchy
- January 29 : MySims: Cozy Pack, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
- February 2 : Indika
- February 3 : Final Fantasy II
Premium or Ultimate? Economic choices to consider
All announced titles will be available to subscribers Premiumwith the exception of Indika And MySims: Cozy Bundleexclusive to the offer Ultimatewhich costs $30 per month. For other games, users can opt for the more affordable Premium subscription without losing any of the main content. A major advantage at a time when the gaming budget is under scrutiny.
A selection that targets broad
With its January-February catalog, Xbox Game Pass is casting a wide net. Whether you are a fan of brutal science fiction with Space Marine 2philosophical puzzle enthusiast with Talos Principle 2or nostalgic for the classics with Final Fantasy IIeach player profile will find something to suit them. Even independent experiments, like Indikaare entitled to a deserved spotlight.
The Game Pass effect continues to appeal
The year is off to a strong start for subscribers. Microsoft shows that it still relies on solid partnerships with third-party publishers to maintain the value of its service. And this is only the beginning: the February games have not yet been revealed, promising other surprises in the short term.