New Xbox Game Pass Titles for September Include Gears and More
WHO:
Eurogamer.net - The new game "Gears of War: E-Day" features characters Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago.
XBOX Wire - The game "Dune: Awakening" is a collaboration involving multiple platforms including Xbox Series X|S and PC.
WHAT:
Eurogamer.net - "Marvel Cosmic Invasion" is described as a frenetic action beat 'em up featuring 15 Marvel heroes.
Eurogamer.net - "Planet of Lana 2" is characterized as a breathtaking cinematic platformer that challenges players with clever puzzles and hidden secrets.
Eurogamer.net - "Routine" is a first-person sci-fi horror game set on an abandoned lunar base, designed around an ‘80s vision of the future.
XBOX Wire - "Kernel Hearts" is a unique blend of action RPG and roguelike elements with optional multiplayer co-op, featuring four magical members with different playstyles.
XBOX Wire - "Mad King Redemption" combines traditional beat 'em up gameplay with roguelite progression in a pixel art style.
Eurogamer.net - The second wave of Xbox Game Pass games for September includes "Gears of War: E-Day," "Dune Awakening," and "Minecraft Dungeons 2."
Eurogamer.net - "Gears of War: E-Day" is described as a prologue to the original Gears of War story.
XBOX Wire - "RuneScape: Dragonwilds" was made available on September 15.
XBOX Wire - "Marvel Cosmic Invasion," "Planet of Lana 2," "Routine," and "Ultimate Sheep Raccoon" are all set to be available on September 16.
XBOX Wire - "Dune: Awakening" will be available on September 22.
XBOX Wire - "Call of Duty: Black Ops 6" is scheduled for release on September 25.
XBOX Wire - "Minecraft Dungeons 2" is set to launch on September 29.
XBOX Wire - "Keeper" will be available on October 2.
XBOX Wire - "Gears of War: E-Day" is scheduled for release on October 6.
WHERE:
Eurogamer.net - The games are available on platforms including Xbox Series X/S, Handheld, PC, and Cloud.
WHEN:
Eurogamer.net - "Kernel Hearts" will be available on September 17.
Eurogamer.net - "Ninja Gaiden 4" is set to be released on September 17.
Eurogamer.net - "Well Dweller" will be available on September 22.
Eurogamer.net - "Mad King Redemption" is scheduled for September 23.
Eurogamer.net - "Rematch" is set to be available on September 25.
Eurogamer.net - "EA Sports FC 27" will have an early access trial on September 18.
Eurogamer.net - "Gears of War: E-Day" will be released on October 6.
Eurogamer.net - "Dune: Awakening" will be available on September 22.
XBOX Wire - "RuneScape: Dragonwilds" was released on September 15.
XBOX Wire - "Marvel Cosmic Invasion," "Planet of Lana 2," "Routine," and "Ultimate Sheep Raccoon" will be available on September 16.
XBOX Wire - "Call of Duty: Black Ops 6" is set for September 25.
XBOX Wire - "Minecraft Dungeons 2" will launch on September 29.
XBOX Wire - "Keeper" will be available on October 2.
WHY:
Eurogamer.net - The release of "Dune: Awakening" coincides with the upcoming third Dune movie arriving in December.
HOW:
Eurogamer.net - "Dune: Awakening" is described as a single-player mode added to a previously multiplayer-first survival MMO.
(UPDATED September 16, 2026 20:06 UTC)
Exciting news for gamers as several new titles are set to launch soon, including "Kernel Hearts" and "Ninja Gaiden 4," both available on September 17. Players can also look forward to "EA Sports FC 27," which will offer an early access trial starting September 18, while "Mad King Redemption" is scheduled for release on September 23. Additionally, "Well Dweller" will be available on September 22, and "Rematch" is set to drop on September 25, promising a thrilling lineup for fans of all genres.
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(UPDATED September 16, 2026 16:03 UTC)
The highly anticipated game "Gears of War: E-Day," featuring iconic characters Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, is set to launch on October 6, serving as a prologue to the original Gears of War story. Additionally, "Dune: Awakening," a collaboration across multiple platforms including Xbox Series X|S and PC, will be available on September 22, coinciding with the upcoming third Dune movie. Gamers can also look forward to a variety of new titles this month, including "Marvel Cosmic Invasion," "Planet of Lana 2," "Routine," and "Ultimate Sheep Raccoon," all releasing today.