Xbox Game Pass is kicking off January with a strong first wave of additions, headlined by Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village. Microsoft confirmed the new lineup in a recent Xbox Wire announcement, revealing a mix of major AAA titles and smaller releases arriving across Cloud, PC, and Xbox consoles throughout the month.
Both games will be available to Game Pass members starting next week, reinforcing Microsoft’s strategy of delivering high-profile releases alongside diverse genre offerings.
Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village Lead Xbox Game Pass Wave 1
Microsoft officially revealed the first wave of January Game Pass titles on Tuesday. Leading the lineup is Star Wars Outlaws, Ubisoft’s action-adventure game released in 2024, which will join Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on January 13.
Subscribers will be able to play the game across PC, Xbox Series S/X, and Cloud, making it accessible across devices for those using Xbox Cloud Gaming.
What Is Star Wars Outlaws?
Star Wars Outlaws is an action-adventure game set in the Star Wars universe, focusing on a story outside the traditional Jedi narrative. Players follow Kay Vess, a cunning outlaw navigating the criminal underworld of the Outer Rim.
The game blends third-person shooting, stealth, planetary exploration, and space combat. Rather than following a heroic saga, it emphasizes survival, reputation, and freedom, offering a fresh perspective within the franchise.
Its arrival on Game Pass gives subscribers a chance to experience one of Ubisoft’s biggest recent releases without an additional purchase.
Resident Evil Village Joins Later in January
Xbox Game Pass will also add Resident Evil Village on January 20, just weeks before the release of the franchise’s next mainline entry, Resident Evil Requiem.
The survival-horror title will be available to Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass members across PC, Console, and Cloud. As the most recent core entry in the Resident Evil series, the game combines first-person horror with heavier action elements, set in a haunting village filled with dangerous enemies and memorable boss encounters.
Games Already Added Earlier This Month
Game Pass kicked off January with several additions earlier in the month. On January 6, Microsoft added twin-stick shooter Brews & Bastards and puzzle-platformer Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition. Both titles are available to Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass subscribers.
On January 7, several titles joined the Game Pass Premium tier, including:
- Atomfall
- Lost in Random: The Eternal Die
- Rematch
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition
More Games Arriving Next Week
The January lineup continues to expand next week. On January 8, Game Pass will add Final Fantasy, the remodeled 2D version of the original Final Fantasy game. It will be available to Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass members across PC, Xbox Series S/X, and Cloud.
Additional titles arriving later in the month include:
- My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery on January 15
- MIO: Memories in Orbit on January 20, which will launch as a day-one Game Pass title
Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass on January 15
Microsoft also confirmed a list of games set to leave the Game Pass library on January 15. Subscribers who want to finish or purchase these titles should do so before they are removed:
- Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn
- Neon White
- Road 96
- The Ascent
- The Grinch Christmas Adventures
A Strong Start to the Year for Game Pass
With major additions like Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village, January’s first wave delivers a balanced mix of blockbuster releases, indie experiences, and classic titles. As more announcements are expected later in the month, Xbox Game Pass continues to position itself as one of the most compelling subscription services in gaming heading into 2026.
Reference Links
Official Microsoft / Xbox Sources
- Xbox Wire – January Game Pass Wave 1 announcement
https://news.xbox.com/ - Xbox Game Pass official site
https://www.xbox.com/xbox-game-pass
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