Microsoft has unveiled an exciting array of games set to join Xbox Game Pass in the latter half of May and the early days of June. Following the recent addition of major titles like Forza Horizon 6, the upcoming lineup may appear quieter, yet it still boasts several noteworthy entries and some highly anticipated day-one releases.
Xbox Game Pass May 2026 Wave 2 lineup:
- Dead Static Drive (Cloud, Console, and PC) – May 20
Now available with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. - My Friend Peppa Pig (Cloud, Console, and PC) – May 20
Accessible through Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. - Pigeon Simulator (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – May 20
Now included with Game Pass Premium; also part of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. - Remnant II (Cloud, Console, and PC) – May 20
Available with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. - Winter Burrow (Cloud, Console, and PC) – May 20
Now part of Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. - Luna Abyss (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – May 21
Available through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. - Escape Simulator (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – May 26
Accessible via Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. - Echo Generation 2 (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – May 27
Available with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. - The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – May 27
Included in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. - Crashout Crew (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – May 28
Available through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. - Kabuto Park (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – May 28
Now part of Game Pass Ultimate and Game Pass Premium. - Final Fantasy VI (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – June 2
Accessible via Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. - Jurassic World Evolution 3 (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – June 2
Included in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass.
As anticipation builds, Microsoft is expected to announce further Game Pass offerings during its Xbox showcase event scheduled for June 7. However, it’s important to note that several titles will be leaving Game Pass at the end of May, providing an opportunity for players to purchase them at a discount to continue their gaming experience.
Everything leaving Xbox Game Pass on May 31:
- Against the Storm (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Crypt Custodian (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Metaphor: ReFantazio (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Persona 4 Golden (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Spray Paint Simulator (Cloud, Console, and PC)
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