Xbox Game Pass October 2025 Adds Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, Ball x Pit, Supermarket Simulator, Baldur’s Gate I & II, and More for Epic Adventures

Xbox Game Pass October 2025 Update: Every Game & Feature You Can Play Right Now

October 2025 has arrived, and Xbox Game Pass continues to blow the doors off with a parade of new titles for subscribers on Cloud, Console, and PC. Megan Spurr, Senior Community Lead for Xbox Game Pass, unveiled a broad lineup in the latest Xbox Wire blog post. This month’s headline additions are Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, Ball x Pit, Supermarket Simulator, along with the much-anticipated debuts of Baldur’s Gate and Baldur’s Gate II: Enhanced Editions for PC. Whether on desktop, your Series X|S, or the all-new ROG Xbox Ally handheld, here’s your in-depth guide to every new title—plus links to learn more and how to play.

Available Today: Supermarket Simulator

Supermarket Simulator is officially stocked on Xbox Game Pass for Cloud, Console, and PC. Step into the role of an entrepreneurial grocer: stock shelves, handle payments, expand your business, combat shoplifting, and design your store layout. Whether you’re managing deliveries or hiring staff, the game puts you at the core of a vibrant store management sim that rewards creativity and efficiency.

Coming Soon: RPG Legends, Roguelites, and Heartfelt Journeys

Baldur’s Gate & Baldur’s Gate II: Enhanced Editions – October 9 

Arriving October 9th to PC, the RPG series that defined a generation returns. Both Baldur’s Gate and Baldur’s Gate II let you gather your party for over 100 hours of adventuring, with new visual enhancements and quality-of-life upgrades. It’s your chance to explore the Forgotten Realms and wield epic power where every choice matters—now included with Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, or PC Game Pass.

The Casting of Frank Stone – October 14

Dropping October 14th for Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S, this horror adventure features a chilling tale in Cedar Hills haunted by Frank Stone’s legacy. Players unravel generational trauma and supernatural dread as they piece together the past.

Ball x Pit – October 15

Arriving day one (October 15) on Cloud, Console, and PC, Ball x Pit is a chaotic brick-breaking, ball-fusing, roguelite. Face swarms of enemies with ricocheting balls, build your base, recruit unique heroes, and transform the pit into your power fortress. Its energetic mix of survival and resource management is perfect for quick sessions and endless replayability.

The Grinch: Christmas Adventures – October 15

Launching October 15 on Cloud, Console, and PC, The Grinch: Christmas Adventures delivers festive platforming with a twist. Sneak through Who-ville, use the Santa costume and Candy Cane Lasso, and embrace the season’s lessons amid holiday heists and snowy chaos.

Eternal Strands – October 15

Out October 15 for Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S, Eternal Strands is an ambitious action-adventure blending magical powers with giant monster battles. Use environments and weaponry to topple towering foes and save a crumbling world in this fantastical debut from Yellow Brick Games.

He Is Coming (Game Preview)

Also on October 15 for PC (Game Pass Premium), He Is Coming is a roguelite RPG auto-battler set against the apocalyptic rise of the Demon King. Secure artifacts, recruit allies, and auto-battle your way through dire odds.

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black – October 15

Fans of classic ninja action can leap in from October 15 (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S; Premium tier required). Take control of Ryu Hayabusa in his most relentless, high-speed campaign, diving into global battles with new moves, deadly weapons, and unlockable heroines Momiji, Ayane, and Rachel. It’s a chance to revisit a genre-defining action title with modern flair.

Pax Dei – October 16

Releasing October 16 for PC, Pax Dei is a social sandbox MMO inspired by medieval legends. Forge your own legacy, build your home, and interact with a population of players, ghosts, and magical creatures. The game offers endless creativity and a strong, communal adventuring spirit.

Keeper – October 17

From Lee Petty and Double Fine Productions, Keeper launches October 17 on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S. This unique game tells a wordless story of a lighthouse awakened by a spirited seabird, setting out on a poetic journey of companionship and mystery. It’s available day one on Game Pass with a heartfelt approach to puzzle and exploration gameplay.

Evil West – October 21

Returning to Game Pass October 21 for Cloud, Console, and PC, Evil West offers explosively stylish combat across a gothic, monster-infested Old West. Play solo or in co-op as you unleash lightning-powered weapons on hordes of supernatural foes. If you missed its earlier stint on Game Pass, now is your chance to experience it.

Ninja Gaiden 4 – October 21

One of the biggest new releases, Ninja Gaiden 4 comes to Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S on October 21. Experience blistering hack-and-slash gameplay where franchise legacy meets innovation. Take on brutal new antagonists as Ryu Hayabusa in a high-octane campaign that promises cutting-edge action for a new generation. It’s available day one on Game Pass—an unmissable get for action fans.

In Case You Missed It: Even More Games and DLC

Already available are Hogwarts Legacy and Little Rocket Lab, two more fantastic Game Pass additions. Live your magical dreams in Hogwarts Legacy’s open-world RPG set in the Harry Potter universe, or dive into cozy engineering challenges in Little Rocket Lab as you build amazing machines and help out a charming community.

Major DLC and Updates for October 2025

Subscribers will find much more than just new games. October brings big expansions and perks:

• Dead by Daylight: Sinister Grace: Play as The Krasue, a terrifying new entity in The Fog.

• Diablo IV: Season of Infernal Chaos: Season 10 drops game-altering Chaos Armor Uniques, Chaos Perks, and intense endgame events.

• FBC: Firebreak – Breakpoint Update: Major system overhauls and quality-of-life improvements.

• Grounded 2: Hairy and Scary Update: Face AXL the tarantula and unlock powerful new gear.

• Age of Empires II: DE – Chronicles: Alexander the Great: Three new civilizations and the next saga chapter (launching October 14).

In-Game Benefits for Game Pass Subscribers

Special Game Pass in-game benefits are available as of October:

• Try the new Agent Veto in Valorant (Console, PC)

• Claim free Call of Duty: Warzone and Black Ops 6 bundles October 15, including exclusive skins and blueprints.

Don’t Miss These: Games Leaving October 15

With great new games arriving, some favorites are heading out:

• Cocoon (Cloud, Console, PC)

• Core Keeper (Cloud, Console, PC)

• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutants Unleashed (Cloud, Console, PC)

Subscribers can save up to 20% on these games to keep the fun going.

Get Gaming: Xbox Game Pass Has It All in October 2025

Whether it’s ninja epics, creative sandboxes, festive adventures or innovative indie experiences, Xbox Game Pass kicks off this October with an unbeatable selection. From must-play new releases like Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, Ball x Pit, and classics like Baldur’s Gate and Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, this month sets a new standard for variety and sheer volume of fun. Play across Cloud, Console, PC—and yes, even the new ROG Xbox Ally handheld. Be sure to check out the Xbox Game Pass Price Hike From $20 to $30 Sparks Global Outrage as Microsoft Doubles Down on Next-Gen Xbox Hardware Plans.

Prepare your download queue and get ready for an action-packed, RPG-rich, and celebration-filled October!