Xbox Game Pass January 2026 lineup: Check the full list here

Xbox Game Pass remains one of the easiest ways to drown yourself in the whimsical world of gaming for a monthly fee. With multiple subscription tiers and a constantly rotating library, though, it is not always obvious what you actually get or where a specific game sits.

If you are subscribing for the first time, or just checking what is new this month, here is a clear, complete breakdown of Xbox Game Pass for January 2026.

New Xbox Game Pass games in January 2026

Microsoft has confirmed two new arrivals for January so far, both playable on PC and Xbox consoles.

– MIO: Memories in Orbit – arriving January 20
– Nova Roma – arriving January 22

More announcements are expected later in the month, which is typical for Game Pass drops.

Xbox Game Pass games leaving in January 2026

Five games are scheduled to leave the service on January 15. If any of these are on your backlog, this is your last call to play them while they’re on Game Pass!

– Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn
– Neon White
– Road 96
– The Ascent
– The Grinch: Christmas Adventures

Once removed, these titles will need to be purchased separately to keep playing.

Confirmed upcoming Xbox Game Pass games for 2026

The Game Pass roadmap for 2026 is already stacked, blending major first-party releases with indie standouts and long-awaited sequels. Here are the confirmed upcoming titles:

– Aphelion
– Armatus
– At Fate’s End
– Awaysis
– Beast of Reincarnation
– Beastro
– Buckshot Roulette
– Clockwork Revolution
– Crowsworn
– D-topia
– Darkwood II
– Denshattack!
– Echo Generation 2
– Echo Weaver
– Erosion
– Fable
– Forza Horizon 6
– Freestyle Football 2
– Gears of War: E-Day
– High On Life 2

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– Menace
– Mixtape
– Nirvana Noir
– Outbound
– Persona 4 Revival
– Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf
– Raji: Kaliyuga
– Replaced
– Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy
– Roadside Research
– Sledding Game
– Sleight of Hand
– Snap & Grab
– Subnautica 2
– Super Meat Boy 3D
– Tanuki: Pon’s Summer
– TCG Card Shop Simulator
– There Are No Ghosts At The Grand
– Tropico 7
– Vampire Crawlers
– Vapor World
– Wildekin
– Witchbrook
– OD
– State of Decay 3

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Of course, this list will continue to grow as Microsoft announces additional first-party and third-party partnerships.

Xbox Game Pass tiers explained and subscription price breakdown

Xbox Game Pass is split across four subscription options, each unlocking a different slice of the library. Let’s break them down:

Xbox Game Pass Essential

The entry-level tier includes a curated list of around 60 games across PC and Xbox consoles. It covers a mix of indie hits and older AAA titles.

Price: Rs 499 monthly, with discounted quarterly options

Xbox Game Pass Premium

Premium includes everything from Essential, plus a much larger library of more than 300 games. This is where most new third-party additions land.

Price: Rs 699 monthly

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

The Ultimate tier includes everything from Essential and Premium, plus additional titles exclusive to this tier, cloud gaming access, and perks tied to Xbox’s wider ecosystem.

Price: Rs 1,389 monthly

PC Game Pass

PC Game Pass focuses entirely on desktop players. It includes most of the Premium library but skips console-only benefits and Ultimate-exclusive perks.

Price: Rs 939 monthly

Things to know before subscribing

Xbox Game Pass subscriptions can be cancelled at any time through your Microsoft account, with access remaining active until the billing period ends. Some plans may qualify for prorated refunds under Microsoft’s consumer subscription policy. Additionally, pricing can vary slightly by region and promotional offers.

Discounted introductory offers are often available, particularly for Essential and Premium tiers, making it easier to test the service before committing long-term.

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Xbox Game Pass continues to justify its reputation as one of gaming’s best-value subscriptions, especially for PC players and anyone invested in Xbox first-party releases. With major titles lined up for 2026 and frequent monthly updates, it remains a service worth keeping an eye on. Which one will you be playing? Drop a comment to let us know!