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Xbox Game Pass February 2026 Wave 2 Lineup Announced
2/17/2026, 11:35:54 PM
New Additions to Xbox Game Pass
Microsoft has unveiled the Xbox Game Pass February 2026 Wave 2 lineup, featuring a variety of new titles available starting February 17. Among the notable additions are Aerial_Knight’s DropShot, a high-speed first-person shooter where players control Smoke Wallace, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, an action-adventure game set in the expansive world of Pandora. Both titles are available on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC for Game Pass Ultimate and PC subscribers.
Additionally, Avowed, which offers a new playable races update and gameplay enhancements, is accessible to Premium members. Other games launching soon include Death Howl and EA Sports College Football 26, both available on February 19, followed by The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition on February 19, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II on March 3.
Detailed Game Lineup
The February 2026 Wave 2 lineup includes:
- Aerial_Knight’s DropShot (February 17)
- Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (February 17)
- Avowed (February 17)
- Death Howl (February 19)
- EA Sports College Football 26 (February 19)
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition (February 19)
- TCG Card Shop Simulator (Game Preview, February 24)
- Dice A Million (February 25)
- Towerborne (Full Game Release, February 26)
- Final Fantasy III (March 3)
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (March 3)
Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass
As new titles are added, several games will be leaving the Xbox Game Pass library on February 28. These include Monster Train, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game, Injustice 2, and Middle Earth: Shadow of War, all of which are available for Cloud, Console, and PC users.
Official Statements & Responses
Microsoft's announcement emphasizes the ongoing commitment to providing a diverse selection of games for subscribers. The inclusion of major titles like The Witcher 3 coincides with speculation about a potential third expansion for the game, which could connect it to the upcoming The Witcher 4, expected in 2027.
Criticism & Opposition
While the new lineup has been generally well-received, some critics argue that the rotation of titles can be frustrating for players who may not have completed games before they leave the service. This concern highlights the challenge of balancing new content with the retention of existing favorites.
What's Next
As the gaming community anticipates the release of these new titles, Xbox Game Pass subscribers can look forward to additional updates and announcements regarding future game additions and potential expansions for existing titles. The ongoing evolution of the Game Pass service continues to shape the gaming landscape, providing players with a wide array of options.
