XBOX players have a busy week ahead, with Gears of War: E-Day, STAR WARS: Galactic Racer, the KINGDOM HEARTS Collection, and several smaller releases arriving between October 5 and October 9, 2026. Here’s the complete list of XBOX games coming next week, based on Microsoft’s official Next Week on XBOX announcement and the latest XBOX Game Pass release information.
XBOX Releases: October 5–9
| Game | Release date | Platforms and features | Notable highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gears of War: E-Day | October 6 | Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Cloud Gaming, PC, supported handhelds; Game Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere | Origin story set 14 years before the original Gears of War, featuring Marcus Fenix, Dominic Santiago, Horde Siege, and Versus multiplayer. |
| STAR WARS: Galactic Racer | October 6 | Xbox consoles and PC | A high-speed, run-based racing game set in the criminal racing circuits of the Star Wars galaxy. |
| KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I～III] | October 6 | Xbox consoles and PC; Xbox Play Anywhere | Includes the Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX, HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind collections. |
| Hidden Dogs | October 7 | Xbox consoles | Search for more than 500 hidden dogs and objects across 15 hand-drawn levels. |
| Titanic Escape Simulator | October 7 | Xbox consoles and PC; Xbox Play Anywhere | Investigate a suspicious death aboard the Titanic before disaster strikes. |
| Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire | October 7 | Xbox consoles and PC; Xbox Play Anywhere | Combine action, farming, and roguelite gameplay as a vampire trying to survive on plants instead of blood. |
| Echo Weaver | October 8 | Xbox consoles and PC; Game Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere | A knowledge-based Metroidvania built around time loops and time-altering abilities. |
| Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival | October 8 | Xbox consoles and PC | First-person survival horror starring Aidan, the Genesis Configuration puzzle box, and Pinhead. |
| Neon Abyss 2 | October 8 | Xbox consoles and PC; Xbox Play Anywhere | A fast-paced cybermyth roguelike with run-and-gun combat and extensive item combinations. |
| Deck of Haunts | October 8 | Xbox consoles | Play as a haunted house that manipulates visitors, feeds on fear, and expands its supernatural influence. |
| Forever Ago | October 8 | Xbox consoles and PC; Xbox Play Anywhere | A single-player road-trip adventure about redemption, photography, exploration, and new friendships. |
| Gear.Club Unlimited 3 | October 8 | Xbox consoles and PC; Xbox Play Anywhere | Features more than 40 cars, new locations in Japan and the French Mediterranean, and extensive vehicle customization. |
| myPOPGOES | October 8 | Xbox consoles and PC; Xbox Play Anywhere | A resource-management game about caring for Popgoes, a needy weasel housed inside a toy. |
| Thunder Hoop Collection | October 8 | XBOX consoles and PC; XBOX Play Anywhere | Bundles two classic platformers featuring mutant enemies, platforming, and run-and-gun action. |
| Silver Pines | October 8 | XBOX consoles and PC; XBOX Play Anywhere | A detective adventure that turns into a dark and surreal descent while investigating a missing musician. |
| Ultimate Admiral: Dreadnoughts | October 8 | XBOX consoles and PC; XBOX Play Anywhere | Design realistic warships and fight naval battles across historical technology eras from 1890 to 1950. |
| Cozy Meowmory | October 9 | XBOX consoles and PC; XBOX Play Anywhere | A cozy spot-the-difference puzzle game featuring colorful rooms and adorable cats. |
| HORSE CLUB Ride West | October 9 | XBOX consoles | Explore the Wild West on horseback, complete activities, and compete in a Western riding tournament. |
| PAPERHEAD | October 9 | XBOX consoles and PC | A fast-moving boomer shooter mixed with adventure-horror elements and a distinctive soundtrack. |
| Sesame Street: Friends & Fun | October 9 | XBOX consoles | A family-friendly activity game featuring Elmo, Tango, and other Sesame Street characters. |
| Tiny Techie in Puzzle Land | October 9 | XBOX consoles | Solve pixel-art puzzles by pushing objects, creating bridges, and navigating railroad systems. |
| Whisker Mess | October 9 | XBOX Series X|S | A cat-themed tile-fitting puzzle game where players clear lines and manage limited board space. |
Gears of War: E-Day Leads the Week
The biggest XBOX release next week is clearly Gears of War: E-Day, which launches on October 6. The game is set 14 years before the original Gears of War and follows Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago during the first Locust attack known as Emergence Day.
Microsoft says the game will include a cinematic campaign, a reimagined Horde Siege PvE mode, and updated Versus multiplayer. It is built in Unreal Engine 5 and will launch day one through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, in addition to being sold separately.
The game will be available on XBOX Series X|S, PC, XBOX Cloud Gaming, and supported handheld devices. It also supports XBOX Play Anywhere, allowing players to move between compatible XBOX and Windows devices without buying separate versions.
Kingdom Hearts Collection Arrives
Square Enix is bringing a large portion of the Kingdom Hearts series to XBOX in one package on October 6. The KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I～III] includes three previously released collections covering the major story entries from the franchise.
The bundle includes Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind. The collection is listed as an XBOX Play Anywhere title.
Star Wars Gets a New Racing Game
STAR WARS: Galactic Racer also launches on October 6. Rather than focusing on lightsaber combat or traditional space battles, the game centers on dangerous racing circuits built around speed, gambling, and reputation in the post-Empire galaxy.
The game describes itself as a run-based racing experience, meaning each attempt can offer a different challenge as players compete through the Galactic League. The focus is on driving skill, strategy, and surviving the lawless Outer Rim rather than using the Force.
Horror Games Arrive October 8
October 8 is the busiest day of the week for horror fans. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival brings first-person survival horror to XBOX, with players controlling Aidan as he attempts to rescue his girlfriend from the Labyrinth.
The game features the Genesis Configuration puzzle box, the Cenobites, and Pinhead. Players will need to explore, solve puzzles, use the box’s powers, and survive enemies connected to the Hellraiser universe.
Also launching that day is Silver Pines, a detective game with a darker supernatural edge. Players take the role of private investigator Red Walker while investigating the disappearance of a musician in a remote and half-abandoned town.
For something less traditional, Deck of Haunts lets players become the haunted house. The goal is to manipulate visitors, exploit their fears, and use their terror to expand the house’s influence.
More Game Pass Releases
Microsoft’s official Game Pass announcement confirms that Gears of War: E-Day will be available on day one through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The release will support XBOX Series X|S, PC, cloud gaming, and supported handheld devices.
Echo Weaver is also listed as a Game Pass title in the official XBOX release roundup. It combines Metroidvania exploration with a time-loop structure, allowing players to use knowledge gained from previous attempts to progress.
Microsoft notes that release dates can change, so players should check the XBOX Store and the Game Pass app for the latest availability information.
Final Thoughts
Next week on XBOX lineup is led by Gears of War: E-Day, but there is plenty more to choose from. Kingdom Hearts fans get a major collection, Star Wars receives a new racing game, and October 8 offers several horror, roguelike, detective, and strategy releases.
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