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Xbox Game Pass November 2025 Wave 1 Lineup: Key Additions and Departures
11/4/2025, 11:14:45 PM
Major Additions to Xbox Game Pass
Microsoft has unveiled the first wave of titles for Xbox Game Pass in November 2025, prominently featuring Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, which launches on November 14. This installment, developed by Treyarch and Raven Software, is touted as the largest in the Black Ops series, offering a co-op campaign, 16 multiplayer maps, and two 20v20 maps at launch. It will be available on Cloud, Console, and PC for subscribers of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
In addition to Black Ops 7, several other games will debut on the service throughout the month. Notable titles include:
- Dead Static Drive (November 5): An indie survival-horror game described as "Grand Theft Cthulhu," blending 1980s Americana with eldritch themes.
- Sniper Elite: Resistance (November 5): A tactical third-person shooter set in occupied France, featuring co-op gameplay.
- Egging On (November 6): A platformer where players control a fragile egg navigating various challenges.
- Whiskerwood (November 6): A city-building game focused on mice establishing a home while contending with feline adversaries.
- Voidtrain (November 7): A crafting and survival game set on an interdimensional train.
- Great God Grove (November 11): A puzzle game involving quirky gods and speech bubbles.
- Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris (November 11): The first four-player co-op experience in the Lara Croft series.
- Pigeon Simulator (November 11): A co-op game where players control pigeons tasked with neutralizing anomalies in New Squawk City.
- Relic Hunters Legend (November 12): A fast-paced looter shooter RPG.
- Winter Burrow (November 12): A cozy survival game featuring a mouse returning to its childhood home.
Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass
As new titles are added, several games will exit the service on November 15. The departures include:
- Blacksmith Master (Game Preview)
- Football Manager 2024 (PC and Console Editions)
- Spirittea
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
The removal of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, which launched as an Xbox console exclusive in 2024, has sparked significant discussion among subscribers. Many express disappointment, particularly as the game is set to release on PlayStation 5 shortly after its departure from Game Pass. Critics argue that the timing is poor, given the game's recent updates and improvements.
Official Statements & Responses
Microsoft has faced scrutiny over a recent price hike for Game Pass Ultimate, which increased from $20 to $30 per month. This change has led to concerns about the value of the service amidst the rotation of titles. In response to subscriber feedback, Microsoft emphasized its commitment to enhancing the Game Pass experience by increasing the number of day-one releases and improving streaming quality.
Criticism & Opposition
The decision to remove S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 has drawn criticism from users who feel that the game should remain available longer, especially given its troubled launch and subsequent improvements. Some subscribers have voiced concerns about the perception of Game Pass as a platform for unfinished games, suggesting that the service is being used as a beta testing ground.
What's Next
As the month progresses, Microsoft is expected to announce a second wave of titles for Xbox Game Pass, which will further expand the library available to subscribers. Players are encouraged to keep an eye on updates regarding new additions and any changes to the service.
