Xbox Game Pass May & June 2026: Every Game Coming and Leaving This Month

Microsoft has dropped the second wave of Xbox Game Pass additions for May 2026, and there’s a lot to dig into. Forza Horizon 6 is the undeniable headline — it went live on Game Pass today and it’s already been the most played Early Access launch in Forza series history — but the full list running through early June has some genuinely strong picks beyond the racing game. There are also five titles leaving at the end of the month, and a couple of those departures are going to sting if you haven’t gotten around to them yet.

Here’s every game coming and going, with the tier breakdowns you need to know.

Every Game Coming to Xbox Game Pass — May & June 2026

Forza Horizon 6 — May 19 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, Handheld, and PC. This is the big one. Forza Horizon 6 is set across Japan and is already being called the best entry in the series by critics, sitting at a 92 on Metacritic — matching its predecessor and making Playground Games one of the rare studios to deliver four consecutive 90+ rated games. Over 550 real-world cars, the franchise’s biggest open world yet, and day-one availability on Game Pass makes this a no-brainer pickup. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirmed it set a record as the most played Early Access in series history during its May 15 head start window, which should tell you everything about how hungry the community was for this one.

Dead Static Drive — May 20 (Game Pass Premium, Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Console, and PC. The Xbox Wire description calls it “Grand Theft Cthulhu,” and honestly that nails it. Dead Static Drive is an indie survival horror game set during a nightmarish road trip across 1980s Americana, blending weird fiction with eldritch themes and genuine small-town unease. If you’re in the mood for something atmospheric and offbeat between racing sessions, this one is worth the download.

My Friend Peppa Pig — May 20 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Console, and PC. Look, it’s Peppa Pig. If you’ve got little ones who need something to do on the weekend, this is a clean, friendly adventure where kids create their own character and explore the world alongside Peppa. It’s not for everyone, but for parents with young children who have a Game Pass subscription, this is a genuine win.

Pigeon Simulator — May 20 (Game Pass Premium, Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, Handheld, and PC. You are a pigeon. You cause chaos. That’s the pitch, and it’s clearly working. Pigeon Simulator is exactly the kind of delightfully stupid co-op experience that Game Pass was built for — the kind of game you boot up with friends at 11pm on a Friday and end up playing for three hours longer than you planned.

Remnant 2 — May 20 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Console, and PC. If you slept on Remnant 2 when it launched, this is your moment. It’s a third-person Soulslike shooter with procedurally generated worlds, punishing but rewarding combat, and surprisingly deep build variety. The co-op experience is excellent, and for fans of the genre it remains one of the best entries in the space since its original release. Highly recommended.

Winter Burrow — May 20 (Game Pass Premium, Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Console, and PC. A cozy woodland survival game that’s been building a quiet following. If you need a palette cleanser between heavier games, Winter Burrow fits that role nicely.

Luna Abyss — May 21 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. A dark, stylized shooter with a striking visual identity that’s been drawing comparisons to some of the more atmospheric indie action titles of recent years. One to keep an eye on if you enjoy games that prioritize mood alongside mechanics.

Escape Simulator — May 26 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. A co-op escape room game with a solid library of community-created rooms and regular content updates. It’s a great one for groups — especially if your friends are more into puzzle-solving than shooting things.

Echo Generation 2 — May 27 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The follow-up to the cult-favourite indie RPG that built its reputation on nostalgia-soaked charm and genuinely funny writing. If you played the original, this one’s been on the radar for a while. If you didn’t, the first game is worth checking out before jumping into the sequel.

The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition — May 27 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Premium)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Obsidian’s satirical sci-fi RPG finally lands on Game Pass in its definitive edition, which includes both the base game and its DLC expansions with improved visuals. If you missed The Outer Worlds when it came out — or bounced off it early — giving it a proper shot through Game Pass is worth your time. The writing is sharp, the companion system is genuinely fun, and its corporate dystopia satire hits differently in 2026 than it did at launch. This is one of the strongest value adds in the wave.

Crashout Crew — May 28 (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, Handheld, and PC. A chaotic vehicular destruction game built around co-op mayhem. If smashing things with friends sounds like your Friday night, Crashout Crew is in your corner.

Kabuto Park — May 28 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. A day-one launch on Game Pass, Kabuto Park is a management and creativity title with a distinctive aesthetic that’s been generating buzz in the indie space ahead of its arrival. One to try on day one while the community is fresh.

Final Fantasy 6 — June 2 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Final Fantasy VI is, for many longtime JRPG fans, the best game in the entire franchise — and that’s a conversation worth having. With Final Fantasy I through V already on the service, Microsoft is clearly committed to getting the full classic catalog in front of Game Pass subscribers. If you’ve never played VI, the Pixel Remaster version gives you the best version of the game that has ever been available. Terra, Celes, Kefka — this is classic RPG royalty.

Jurassic World Evolution 3 — June 2 (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass)

Available on Cloud, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The third entry in Frontier’s dinosaur park management series, and one of the most anticipated sequels for fans of the original games. Jurassic World Evolution 2 was a significant improvement over the first game, and based on early impressions, the third installment brings expanded customization systems and new prehistoric species to the mix. If park builders are your thing, this is a day-one play.

Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass — May 31

This is where it gets a little rough. Five games are departing on May 31, and four of them are critically acclaimed titles that absolutely deserve to be played before they go. If any of these are sitting in your backlog, now is the time.

• Against the Storm — A remarkable roguelite city builder that blends the two genres in a way that feels genuinely original. One of the most replayable games on the service.
• Crypt Custodian — An indie action RPG with a lot of heart and a surprisingly emotional story. Well worth the time investment.
• Metaphor: ReFantazio — Atlus’s ambitious fantasy RPG from the Persona team was one of the most celebrated games of its release year. If you haven’t played this yet, you have until May 31. Make it happen.
• Persona 4 Golden — Still one of the best JRPGs ever made. The Golden edition is the definitive version of a modern classic. If there’s one game on this leaving list to prioritize, it’s this one.
• Spray Paint Simulator — A relaxing creative title that’s found its audience. Leaving alongside four much heavier hitters.

All five departing games can be purchased at a 20% discount before they leave the service at the end of the month, so if you want to own any of them permanently, now’s the window to grab them cheaply.

What’s the Best Value in This Wave?

Honestly, it’s a strong lineup across the board. Forza Horizon 6 is the headline and it earns it — a 92-rated racing game available day one on subscription is the entire Game Pass value proposition in one package. Remnant 2 is the pick of the catalogue additions for anyone who enjoys challenging third-person combat. The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition is a fantastic RPG that a surprising number of people still haven’t played. And Final Fantasy 6 and Jurassic World Evolution 3 round out a June 2 double drop that gives park management and classic JRPG fans something to look forward to.

The departure of Metaphor: ReFantazio and Persona 4 Golden on the same day is a tough pill though. That’s two of the strongest RPGs on the entire service leaving in the same batch — if you’re an RPG fan and you haven’t touched either, this month is genuinely your last chance for free. Speaking of RPGs worth watching, don’t miss the conversation happening around Hasbro’s Exodus and the Mass Effect-style RPG gap in 2026 — the genre is about to get a lot more interesting heading into 2027.

Microsoft also teased that more Game Pass announcements are tied to next month’s Xbox Showcase, so the full picture of what’s coming in the summer is still developing. If you’re curious about what else is happening across the gaming industry this month, we’ve also got the story of how Far Far West hit 1 million sales and what its publisher had to say about AI, and a full breakdown of Nintendo’s confirmed Gamescom 2026 plans for August.