August in Xbox Game Pass arrives with a line-up that’s hard to ignore. This latest wave brings a full-scale AAA blockbuster from Ubisoft, a deep sci-fi RPG, the return of mech warfare, and one of the most punishing platformers in recent years.
And that’s not all — Game Pass Ultimate subscribers also get a bundle of fresh DLC, cosmetics, and perks for popular online titles.
Xbox Game Pass new games August really is a feast for players — varied, surprising, and packed with reasons to fire up your console or PC. Let’s have a look at what’s worth playing this month… and which games will leave the service in mid-August.
- Available Now
- Rain World (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (Xbox Series X|S)
- MechWarrior 5: Clans (Xbox Series X|S)
- Coming Soon
- Assassin’s Creed Mirage (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Aliens: Fireteam Elite (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Xbox Perks – DLC and Bonuses in August
- Leaving Game Pass Soon
- Xbox Game Pass August 2025 – Conclusion
Available Now
Rain World (Cloud, Console, PC)
Available with: Game Pass Standard, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Ultimate
When it comes to difficulty, this might be one of the strongest contenders for “most unforgiving platformer of the year.”
You play as a slugcat — a fragile creature walking the line between predator and prey. The world is alien, brutal, and merciless. Your mission? Survive among industrial ruins, gather food, and avoid larger predators that see you as their next meal. Fair warning: not for the faint of heart.
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (Xbox Series X|S)
Available with: Game Pass Standard
If you love RPGs with soul, Citizen Sleeper 2 is a must-play. Powered by dice rolls (yes, really — the whole RPG system is built on them), it’s set in a grim but beautiful sci-fi world.
As an android with a failing body and fragmented memories, you try to survive in an asteroid belt by assembling a crew, taking contracts, and searching for answers. Perfect for fans of narrative depth and consequence-driven choices.
MechWarrior 5: Clans (Xbox Series X|S)
Available with: Game Pass Standard
Heavy mechs, an even heavier atmosphere, and a clan war in the BattleTech universe. You take the role of a rookie pilot of the Smoke Jaguar faction, leading your “Star” squad through a full-scale hard sci-fi campaign. Battles are intense, mechs are highly customisable, and tactical decisions can make or break your mission.
Coming Soon
Assassin’s Creed Mirage (Cloud, Console, PC)
Available with: Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
The biggest arrival of the month, Assassin’s Creed Mirage Game Pass is a long-awaited return to the franchise’s roots — a sharp blend of stealth, parkour, and quick, stylish assassinations. Set in 9th-century Baghdad, you follow young Basim, a street thief drawn into the Hidden Ones’ order.
If you loved Ezio’s era and the classic AC vibe, this is a homecoming in the best possible way.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite (Cloud, Console, PC)
Available with: Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard
From the iconic Alien franchise, this co-op third-person shooter puts you in a three-person fireteam fighting off relentless xenomorph swarms. Aliens: Fireteam Elite takes place 23 years after the events of the original Alien trilogy — expect fast action, claustrophobic corridors, and plenty of acid blood.
Xbox Perks – DLC and Bonuses in August
This month isn’t just about new games — there’s a solid batch of perks, DLC, and free add-ons for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members:
- Smite 2 – Phantom Seas Poseidon Drop: Poseidon god unlock exclusive skin. Rule the seas in style.
- War Thunder – Game Pass Bonus: 75% RP & SL boosts, premium currency, premium account time, and a USA Starter Pack — a full kit for tankers and pilots.
- Enlisted – Game Pass Bonus: Seven days of premium account, silver coins, boosts, and a soldier pack.
- Call of Duty: Warzone – Game Pass Pack 3: Operator skins, weapon blueprints, XP boosts, and extras for Black Ops 6 and Warzone. Limited-time content — grab it while you can!
Leaving Game Pass Soon
On August 15, three familiar titles will rotate out of the library:
- Anthem (Console, PC – EA Play): BioWare’s online sci-fi shooter with flight-powered combat in Javelin exosuits.
- Farming Simulator 22 (Cloud, Console, PC): If you’ve dreamed of rural life, now’s your last chance for virtual harvest season.
- Persona 3 Reload (Cloud, Console, PC): A beautifully remade classic JRPG about youth, mortality, and the hidden power within.
If any of these are sitting in your backlog, now’s the time to finish them. And remember: as a Game Pass member, you can buy them with up to 20% off before they leave.
Xbox Game Pass August 2025 – Conclusion
Xbox Game Pass August 2025 proves once again why the subscription is still one of the best deals in gaming.
From Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Citizen Sleeper 2 to MechWarrior, Aliens, and indie gems like Rain World, there’s something for every taste.
Don’t have Game Pass Ultimate yet? With this month’s mix of major releases, perks, and multiplayer nights, it’s a perfect time to jump in.