October 2025 Is a Huge Month for Day One Xbox Game Pass Games

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October 2025 will be a fantastic month for Xbox Game Pass, with a strong focus on games being available on the service from day one. 2025 has already seen a trend of high-quality games launching directly onto Game Pass, and that continues in October. In fact, the three top-rated games of the year all debuted on the service on their release date. There are a total of eight day-one games coming to Xbox Game Pass in October, including three new titles from Xbox Game Studios.

Here’s a list of the eight games confirmed to be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one. While there might be a few unexpected releases, this selection should keep players entertained for now. Plus, this list doesn’t include games added after launch or those coming later this month – there’s even more content on the way!

Ninja Gaiden 4

The latest installment in the Ninja Gaiden series, *Ninja Gaiden 4*, will be released on October 21st. Developed by Team Ninja and published by Xbox Game Studios, this action-adventure game continues the story from *Ninja Gaiden 3* (released in 2012) and is the seventh main game in the franchise.

Platforms: Xbox Series X and PC

The Outer Worlds 2

The highly anticipated sequel, *The Outer Worlds 2*, is scheduled to launch on October 29, 2025. Developed by Obsidian Entertainment – the team behind the original 2019 game – and published by Xbox Game Studios, the game will continue the tradition of its predecessor as a role-playing game where player decisions heavily impact the story.

Platforms: Xbox Series X and PC

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault

So, *Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault* is the sequel to *Moonlighter*, that awesome indie game from 2018! I’m really excited because the same team – Digital Sun and 11 Bit Studios – who made the first one are working on this. It’s coming out on October 23rd, and it looks like it’s still mixing RPG action with shop management, which I loved in the original.

Platforms: PC

Keeper

Keeper is a standout game expected in 2025, largely because it was only recently revealed. Developed by the well-respected Double Fine Productions and published by Xbox, Keeper blends puzzle-solving with adventure gameplay – a style the studio is known for. It’s scheduled to launch on October 17th.

Platforms: Xbox Series X and PC

SOPA – Tale of the Stolen Potato

StudioBando, a new game developer, is launching its first title, *SOPA – Tale of the Stolen Potato*, a narrative adventure game, on October 7th.

Platforms: Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC

Bounty Star: The Morose Tale of Graveyard Clem

Developer Dinogod is launching their first game, *Bounty Star*, on October 23rd, and they’re partnering with Annapurna Interactive to do it. This 3D action game offers a unique mix of gameplay, including fast-paced combat, building and managing a base, and even farming – all experienced from an over-the-shoulder perspective.

Platforms: Xbox Series X and PC

Little Rocket Lab

Little Rocket Lab is a relaxing simulation game from Teenage Astronauts, with support from publisher No More Robots. It’s scheduled to launch on October 7th.

Ball x Pit

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Ball x Pit is a new indie game from Devolver Digital, created by solo developer Kenny Sun. It’s a unique mix of genres, blending the classic brick-breaking experience with base building, survival elements, and roguelite features. Players can expect it to launch on October 15th.

Platforms: Xbox Series X and PC

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2025-09-20 21:40