Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta, Cricket 26, Date Everything!, and More
Xbox Game Pass will add 13 new titles starting August 4, including Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta, Cricket 26, and Date Everything!, alongside re-releases and genre experiments.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers will gain early access to the Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta beginning August 6, featuring the new Horde Siege PvE mode designed for larger maps and more players. The beta is included with Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass subscriptions, offering a preview of the full release’s cooperative gameplay. No additional purchase is required beyond an active membership.
Heretic + Hexen will launch on August 4 for Game Pass Premium, Ultimate, and PC Game Pass, marking the definitive re-release of two classic shooters with expanded accessibility across multiple platforms and languages. The enhanced restoration aims to reintroduce the titles to both new and returning players with improved accessibility features and broader device support.
Cricket 26 arrives on August 13 with expanded career modes, an enhanced Ashes rivalry, and Pro Team customization, available on Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass. The update introduces deeper management mechanics and refined gameplay for the cricket simulation, targeting both casual and competitive players.
Date Everything!, a sandbox dating simulator with 100 fully voice-acted characters, launches on August 11 for Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass. The game blends domestic simulation with romantic choices, set entirely within a player’s home environment, offering a mix of humor and existential themes.