Microsoft has officially announced the Wave 1 lineup for Xbox Game Pass in August 2025, and it’s stacked with exciting titles like Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Aliens: Fireteam Elite, and more. Whether you’re on Game Pass Standard, Ultimate, or PC Game Pass, there’s something for every gamer this month.
Xbox Game Pass Wave 1 August 2025 lineup:
- Rain World (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 5
Now with Game Pass Standard - Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (Xbox Series X/S) – August 6
Now with Game Pass Standard - Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders (Xbox Series X/S) – August 6
Now with Game Pass Standard - MechWarrior 5: Clans (Xbox Series X/S) – August 6
Now with Game Pass Standard - Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap (Xbox Series X/S) – August 6
Now with Game Pass Standard - Assassin’s Creed Mirage (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 7
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass - Aliens: Fireteam Elite (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 7
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard - 9 Kings (Game Preview) (PC) – July 15
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
🎮 Xbox Game Pass August 2025 Highlights
✅ Available Now – August 5
Rain World (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Start your journey as a nimble slugcat in this beautifully animated indie survival game. Available across all Game Pass tiers.
📆 Coming August 6 – Game Pass Standard
Four thrilling games hit Xbox Series X/S for Standard subscribers:
- Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector – A dice-based RPG sequel with deeper storytelling and strategy.
- Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders – Glide down icy slopes in this winter-themed cycling adventure.
- MechWarrior 5: Clans – Tactical mech combat at its finest returns in a new campaign.
- Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap – Defend your realm with traps and magic in this action-packed tower defense title.
🗡 Coming August 7 – Headliner Launch
Assassin’s Creed Mirage (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Available for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members, this newest Assassin’s Creed entry follows Basim in a tightly woven narrative set in Baghdad. A return to the franchise’s classic city-based stealth and action gameplay.
👽 August 12 – Alien Invasion
Aliens: Fireteam Elite (Cloud, Console, and PC)
This co-op shooter drops for all Game Pass members on the same day the new Alien: Earth TV series premieres. Team up and survive waves of Xenomorphs.
🏰 August 14 – Early Access Title
9 Kings (Game Preview on PC)
This roguelike kingdom builder joins PC Game Pass in preview form. Manage your dynasty, build your empire, and survive endless challenges.
🛑 Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass – August 15
As new titles arrive, some fan-favorites will be leaving. Make sure to grab them while you can — and remember, Game Pass members get 20% off if they choose to buy before removal.
- Anthem (Console and PC)
- Farming Simulator 22 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Persona 3 Reload (Cloud, Console, and PC)
💬 Final Thoughts
This month’s Xbox Game Pass lineup blends big-budget blockbusters with indie gems and strategic RPGs. Whether you’re an Assassin’s Creed veteran or trying your hand at Citizen Sleeper 2, August is packed with content for everyone.
📌 Bookmark this page and stay updated as we cover Wave 2 announcements later this month!
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