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Xbox Game Pass January 2026: New Additions and Departures
1/6/2026, 10:52:26 PM
Overview of New Titles
Microsoft has announced the first wave of Xbox Game Pass titles for January 2026, featuring a diverse lineup of games available to subscribers. The new additions include notable titles such as *Star Wars Outlaws* and *Resident Evil Village*, alongside several other games launching throughout the month.
Available Titles
As of January 6, subscribers can access *Brews & Bastards*, a twin-stick shooter where players navigate tavern-themed dungeons, and *Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition*, which offers a remastered experience of the original horror platformer.
On January 7, *Atomfall*, a survival-action game set in a fictional quarantine zone post-Windscale disaster, and *Lost in Random: The Eternal Die*, a rogue-like adventure featuring Queen Aleksandra, will be available. Additionally, *Rematch*, a team-based football game, and *Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition*, a remastered shooter, will also launch on the same day.
The following days will see the release of *Final Fantasy*, a remodeled version of the classic RPG, on January 8, and *Star Wars Outlaws* on January 13, allowing players to explore an open-world setting between the events of *The Empire Strikes Back* and *Return of the Jedi*. *My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery* will be available on January 15, followed by *Resident Evil Village* on January 20, which continues the story of Ethan Winters in a haunting European village. The month concludes with *MIO: Memories in Orbit*, a day-one launch on January 20.
Departures from Game Pass
As part of the monthly rotation, several titles will be leaving Xbox Game Pass on January 15, including *Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn*, *Neon White*, *Road 96*, *The Ascent*, and *The Grinch: Christmas Adventures*. Subscribers are encouraged to complete any ongoing campaigns or side quests before these games are removed from the service.
Official Statements & Responses
Microsoft has characterized this lineup as "Wave 1" for January 2026, indicating that more titles may be added later in the month. The company continues to enhance the Game Pass experience, offering a range of games across various genres to cater to diverse player preferences.
What's Next
Looking ahead, subscribers can anticipate further announcements regarding additional titles for January, as Microsoft aims to expand its Game Pass library continuously.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Join the Warriors of Light on a journey to restore power to the Crystals and save their home world.” — Xbox Wire
- “You'll fight lycans, vampires and other monstrous creatures as you try to uncover why your daughter was taken and your wife was murdered.” — Xbox Wire
This January, Xbox Game Pass continues to evolve, providing subscribers with a rich selection of gaming experiences while also managing the rotation of its library.
