Xbox Game Pass August 2025 Wave 1: Assassin’s Creed Mirage, 9 Kings, Rain World & More Arrive This Month

Xbox players are in for a treat with a new wave of top-tier titles joining Xbox Game Pass in August 2025. Whether you crave heart-pounding adventure, strategic empire-building, or fresh multiplayer experiences, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your breakdown of all the games arriving, newly available, plus exciting DLCs and Ultimate Perks to claim this month.

Available Today

Rain World

Become a clever slugcat fighting for survival in a beautifully brutal world. Outsmart predators, hunt for food, and navigate a decaying ecosystem in this indie classic now available for cloud, console, and PC on Game Pass Standard and Ultimate.

• Rain World on Xbox Store

Coming Soon

Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (Xbox Series X|S) – August 6

This sci-fi dice-driven RPG lets you play as an escaped android with their own ship and crew, navigating contracts and the mysteries of the Starward Belt. Experience a narrative-rich world from day one with Xbox Game Pass Standard.

• Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector on Xbox Store

Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders (Xbox Series X|S) – August 6

Tackle snowy slopes and master the mountains, now with up to eight-player cross-platform multiplayer. Crash, race, and conquer every peak—perfect for solo challengers or groups.

• Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders on Xbox Store

MechWarrior 5: Clans (Xbox Series X|S) – August 6

Become a Smoke Jaguar pilot in an expansive campaign of tactical mech combat. Build your “Star” squad and explore a galaxy at war, with support for deep customization and team strategy.

• MechWarrior 5: Clans on Xbox Store

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap (Xbox Series X|S) – August 6

Unleash creative third-person shooter skills and trap-based defense in this action-packed cooperative game for up to four players.

• Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap on Xbox Store

Assassin’s Creed Mirage (Cloud, Console, PC) – August 7

Follow Basim’s journey from nimble thief to Master Assassin across 9th-century Baghdad. A must-play for fans of stealth-action and rich storytelling, available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members.

• Assassin’s Creed Mirage on Xbox Store

Aliens: Fireteam Elite (Cloud, Console, PC) – August 12

Team up in this co-op third-person shooter set in the iconic Aliens universe. Tackle the evolving Xenomorph threat across multiple campaigns.

• Aliens: Fireteam Elite on Xbox Store

9 Kings (Game Preview) (PC) – August 14

Grow your empire, wage massive battles, and experiment with wild roguelike builds in this kingdom builder that rewards creativity and strategic mastery.

• 9 Kings on Steam

In Case You Missed It

• Descenders Next (Game Preview): Extreme snowboarding and mountainboarding challenges with worldwide matchmaking.
  Descenders Next Xbox Store

• He Is Coming (Game Preview): A roguelite RPG auto-battler with dark apocalyptic fantasy.
  He Is Coming (Steam)

Highlights: DLCs & Game Updates

• EA Sports Madden NFL 26: Early Access Trial from August 7 for Game Pass Ultimate & EA Play.

• Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced: Experience new graphics, modes, and developer commentary August 12.

• Sea of Thieves: Season 17: Smugglers’ League and new heists begin August 14.

Exclusive Xbox Game Pass August 2025 Benefits

• Smite 2: Phantom Seas Poseidon Drop (August 6): Unlock the Poseidon “Phantom Seas” skin.

• Naraka Bladepoint: Phoenix Princess (August 7): Exclusive Xbox gear and hero pass.

• War Thunder / Enlisted: Boosts and starter packs arrive August 12.

• Call of Duty: Warzone – Game Pass Pack 3: Operator skins, blueprints, and more on August 14.

• Sea of Thieves: Rare Ruby Emote: Celebrate Rare’s 40th Anniversary (starting August 5).

Notable Departures (Leaving Game Pass August 15)

• Anthem

• Farming Simulator 22

• Persona 3 Reload

Jump back in before they go or use your Xbox Game Pass discount to keep them forever!

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