November 2026 Game Pass Additions

Microsoft has officially confirmed that 13 new games are joining the Xbox Game Pass service throughout November 2026. This update spans multiple genres, including simulation, strategy, and horror, providing subscribers across Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and handheld devices with a diverse range of new content to explore. The rollout begins immediately, with specific titles scheduled to arrive throughout the month.

The release schedule kicks off with Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard which becomes available on November 4. This is followed closely by the launch of Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School on November 5. Additionally, the service is expanding its retro offerings for Game Pass Essential members. On November 15, a selection of classic titles, including Banjo Kazooie and Gears of War: Judgement will be added to the library, catering to players interested in revisiting iconic Xbox history.

Service Adjustments and Library Removals

While the library is growing, Microsoft also confirmed that 13 titles are scheduled to leave the service soon. Players should prioritize any remaining progress in these games before they are removed from the catalog. Notable departures include Wreckfest and GoldenEye 007. Furthermore, Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can look forward to specific in-game benefits for titles such as Microsoft Sudoku and The First Descendant.

Game TitleRelease Date
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo WildcardNovember 4, 2026
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 SchoolNovember 5, 2026
Banjo Kazooie (Essential)November 15, 2026
Gears of War: Judgement (Essential)November 15, 2026
  • Microsoft announced 13 new games coming to Xbox Game Pass tiers.
  • Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard launches on Game Pass on November 4.
  • Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School launches on Game Pass on November 5.
  • A selection of classic titles including Banjo Kazooie and Gears of War: Judgement join Game Pass Essential on November 15.
  • Multiple titles including Wreckfest and GoldenEye 007 are scheduled to leave the Game Pass library.
  • Subscribers gain access to 13 new titles across various genres including strategy, horror, and simulation.
  • Game Pass Essential members receive a library expansion featuring classic Xbox titles on November 15.
  • Game Pass Ultimate subscribers receive specific in-game benefits for titles like Microsoft Sudoku and The First Descendant.

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