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Yes, High on Life 2 is available day one on Xbox Game Pass starting February 13. Access is limited to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass tiers.

The game runs on Xbox Series X|S, PC, compatible handheld and cloud devices.

High on Life 2 Day One Game Pass Access Details

High on Life 2 Xbox Game Pass offers a launch day premiere exclusively for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers, as only these subscription tiers provide day-one access to games.

Standard plans, including Game Pass Core, do not include simultaneous launch day access. The game had preload availability via the Xbox Store and it supports Xbox Play Anywhere feature.

On Which Platforms Will It Be Available?

High on Life 2 includes Xbox Series X|S support as well as PC and cloud gaming access. As an Xbox Play Anywhere shooter, the game allows players to play with a single purchase or subscription, with full cross-progression, saves, and achievements.

You can start playing on your console and continue on another device without losing your progress, enhancing your gaming experience and the value of your subscription by eliminating the need to repurchase the game or start over.

How Long Will It Stay on Game Pass?

Most titles remain in the catalog for around 12 months, and it could be similar with Squanch Games sequel 2026 High on Life 2. Removal dates are not guaranteed, so it’s best to play early to avoid missing out.

What Is High On Life 2?

High on Life 2 is a comedic sci-fi FPS sequel from Squanch Games. It once again allows players to play as a hero fighting aliens with the help of talkative guns.

High on Life 2 - Official 'Introducing High on Life 2' Overview Trailer

It combines fast-paced combat with talking weapons mechanic and the absurd humor, known from the first installment from 2022. The sequel expands on the original formula with new story elements, like skateboard and refined gameplay systems, offering more variety and an even crazier adventure.

Game Pass Day-one Release Strategy

Microsoft’s decision to launch High on Life 2 day one on Xbox Game Pass reinforces its ongoing strategy of boosting subscription value through immediate access to high-profile releases.

As another major February addition to the catalog, the sequel follows the success of the original game, which gained significant visibility and momentum thanks to Game Pass exposure.

Its inclusion also positions High on Life 2 as part of Microsoft’s broader 2026 content strategy, focused on consistent, value-driven releases to retain and grow subscribers. The February 13 launch also fits Microsoft catalog rotation strategy, where high-profile releases are used to refresh the Xbox Game Pass lineup.