Epic Xbox Game Pass September Wave 2 Update: Hades, Visions of Mana, Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Beta, and More

Microsoft has just unveiled a stellar lineup of new releases and updates for Xbox Game Pass this September, featuring blockbusters like Hades, Visions of Mana, Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, and exclusive betas and DLCs, ensuring players have fresh adventures ahead every week.

New Xbox Game Pass Arrivals

This month’s Xbox Wire post for Wave 2 sets a new benchmark for Game Pass value, with Hades (September 19) making a triumphant return to celebrate its five-year anniversary. Fans of rogue-like action and Greek mythology can once again battle through the Underworld and unlock mythic powers.

Adventure seekers will also rejoice for Visions of Mana (September 25), launching September 25, which introduces vast semi-open fields and three-dimensional battles in a vibrant fantasy world.

• Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor (Sept 17): A single-player auto-shooter set on Planet Hoxxes; survive against alien hordes and mine riches with iconic dwarf weaponry.

• RoadCraft(Available Today): Take command of over 40 construction vehicles to restore infrastructure in disaster-struck regions, featuring solo and co-op play.

• Frostpunk 2 (Sept 18): Guide your city through post-apocalyptic snows, balancing council politics and survival thirty years after Earth’s collapse.

• Wobbly Life (Sept 18): Dive into a physics-based sandbox, playing jobs and mini-games in a wobbly open-world, with local and online co-op.

• Endless Legend 2 (Game Preview) (Sept 22): Command asymmetric factions, build empires, and uncover secrets with day-one access on Game Pass. 

• Sworn (Sept 23): 1-4 player co-op rogue-like reclaiming fallen Camelot from a corrupted Arthur in epic action.

• Peppa Pig: World Adventures (Sept 25): Travel the world with Peppa and friends in a family-friendly adventure spanning global landmarks.

• Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light (Sept 30): Explore, puzzle-solve, and battle as Lara with cooperative gameplay and platforming.

• Sopa – Tale of the Stolen Potato (Oct 7): Embark on a magical realism journey through Latin America in this touching day-one narrative. 

Early Access & Betas

• Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Beta (Oct 2–8): Early access for preorders and eligible Game Pass subscribers. Master cutting-edge movement, try new 6v6 maps, and experience next-gen Black Ops multiplayer. 

• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III (Sept 17): Join Captain Price and Task Force 141 against the notorious Makarov, now with Game Pass Standard.

• Overthrown (Game Preview) (Sept 17): Build and manage a chaotic kingdom in this anime-inspired city builder, up-to 6 players co-op.

DLC & Perks Spotlight

This update delivers new perks, DLC, and in-game benefits:

• EA Sports FC 26: EA Play Early Access Trial (Sept 19): Play up to 10 hours before official release and carry progress into the full game.

• Terminull Brigade: Rogueteers Re-Supply Pack (Sept 24): Earn exclusive skins, consumables, and avatar rewards monthly.

• Rainbow Six Siege: Jäger Covert Set: Nightfall uniform, weapon skin, special headgear, and charm now available for Ultimate members.

Leaving Game Pass Sept 30th

Make sure to grab these before they disappear:

1. Ninja Gaiden Sigma

2. Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2

3. Ninja Gaiden 3 Razor’s Edge

4. Terra Invicta (Game Preview)

Game Pass Core Games Arriving October 1st

Arriving for Game Pass Core on October 1st:

1. Cities: Skylines – Remastered

2. Disney Dreamlight Valley

3. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide

Game Pass continues to be the ultimate destination for gamers seeking variety, value, and fresh content each month. With this powerful September wave, subscribers can dive into high-profile debuts, beloved indie adventures, and richly expanded experiences—highlighted by the long-awaited arrival of Hades and Visions of Mana, exciting new DLC, and blockbuster betas like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.

As fan favorites leave and new titles arrive for Game Pass Core, staying engaged ensures members never miss out on exclusive rewards or timely discounts. This steady flow of releases demonstrates Microsoft’s commitment to evolving the Game Pass ecosystem and delivering the best in gaming, streaming, and community interaction—making every season worth playing and exploring.