Exciting August Arrivals on Xbox Game Pass: Featuring Assassin’s Creed Mirage

This August, Microsoft has lined up a fresh batch of enticing titles for Xbox Game Pass, promising enjoyable gaming experiences in the coming weeks. Starting today, subscribers of Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard can dive into 'Rain World,' a challenging survival platformer. Don't worry if survival platformers aren't your style; there's plenty more on the horizon.

Upcoming Releases on Game Pass

On August 7, 'Assassin’s Creed Mirage' makes its way to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. This installment offers a more refined and concentrated experience in the Assassin's Creed saga, which is refreshing given the series' expanding complexity in recent years. If you’re a fan yet haven’t tried this title, it’s certainly worth a go.

In the Game Pass Standard category, a range of new games will debut in the first half of the month. On August 6, 'Citizen Sleeper 2,' a well-regarded RPG launched earlier this year, will be available.

Scheduled Additions

In addition to 'Citizen Sleeper 2', the Standard tier will welcome several other games, all previously available to Ultimate and PC subscribers. These include titles like 'Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders,' 'MechWarrior 5: Clans,' and 'Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap'—all ready for Xbox Series X/S fans.

Titles Coming Later in August

On August 12, experience the re-arrival of 'Aliens: Fireteam Elite' across all Game Pass platforms. Furthermore, on August 14, you can explore the roguelike kingdom-building game '9 Kings' on a PC-exclusive Game Preview through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.

Games Departing Game Pass

While new adventures await, some games are set to exit Game Pass on August 15. These include 'Anthem' via EA Play, 'Farming Simulator 22,' and 'Persona 3 Reload' across all platforms. Note that 'Anthem,' an online-only game, is winding down this coming January. Without community-run servers, it will become unplayable after shutdown.