August is shaping up to be a solid month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. Microsoft has already confirmed six new titles joining the service, and the lineup mixes fresh releases with a couple of classic-shooter throwbacks.
Below is the full list of games hitting Xbox Game Pass in August 2026, along with their release dates, supported platforms, and which subscription tiers get access.
Xbox Game Pass August 2026: Full List of New Games
Here’s everything confirmed for Game Pass this month.
| Date | Game | Platforms | Tiers |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 4 | Beast of Reincarnation | Series X|S, PC, Cloud | Ultimate, PC |
| August 4 | Heretic & Hexen | Console, PC, Cloud | Premium |
| August 6 | Monsters Are Coming! | Series X|S, Cloud | Ultimate, PC |
| August 13 | Sandustry | PC | Ultimate, PC |
| August 14 | Grave Seasons | Series X|S, PC, Cloud | Ultimate, PC |
| August 27 | Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy | Series X|S, PC, Cloud | Ultimate, PC |
August 4: Beast of Reincarnation and Heretic & Hexen
The month kicks off with two very different games. Beast of Reincarnation lands for Ultimate and PC subscribers on console, PC, and Cloud.
Heretic & Hexen also arrives the same day, but it’s joining the newer Premium tier rather than Ultimate. This bundle brings back the classic dark fantasy shooters for anyone who wants a bit of retro FPS action alongside their modern library.
Also read: PS Plus August 2026: Every Free Game Confirmed
August 6: Monsters Are Coming!
Monsters Are Coming! shows up two days later for Ultimate and PC members. It’s available on Series X|S and Cloud, though it’s skipping a standalone PC download in favor of streaming through Cloud.
August 13: Sandustry
Sandustry is a PC-only addition this month. It rolls out to Ultimate and PC tier subscribers on August 13.
August 14: Grave Seasons
Grave Seasons follows the next day with full cross-platform support. Console, PC, and Cloud players on Ultimate or PC tiers can jump in as soon as it goes live.
August 27: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy
The biggest addition of the month arrives near the end of August. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy joins Game Pass on August 27 across Series X|S, PC, and Cloud for Ultimate and PC subscribers, giving fans of the acclaimed series a new entry to dig into.
Also read: 2026 Video Games Release Calendar – Every Confirmed Date
Will More Games Be Added to Xbox Game Pass in August 2026?
Yes. Microsoft typically reveals new Game Pass additions in waves throughout the month rather than all at once. Expect at least one more announcement batch before August wraps up, so it’s worth checking back for updates.
What Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass in August 2026?
Microsoft hasn’t confirmed the departing titles yet. The first wave of August leavers is usually announced within the first week or two of the month, with a second batch following later on. We’ll update this guide as soon as Microsoft shares that list.
Conclusion
August 2026 is bringing a nice mix to Xbox Game Pass, from the retro shooter revival of Heretic & Hexen to the emotional follow-up in Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy. With more additions likely on the way and a couple of departure waves still to come, there’s plenty more to track before the month is over.
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