Feature: 30 Xbox Series X|S Games To Look Forward To In 2026

Update: As mentioned, we're updating this feature on a monthly basis, and it's now been adjusted for July. We've taken a few games away, added a few in, and changed a handful of dates around for games that are coming up.

With 2026 now starting to kick into gear, it's time to look ahead at what this year has in store for us! There are hundreds and hundreds of games that will be releasing on Xbox in 2026, and we've whittled down the current list into just 30 Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S titles that we're most looking forward to this year as things stand.

We do this every year, of course, but things are a little different for the 2026 version. Firstly, we're sticking to just the official descriptions rather than just waffling on about each game ourselves — this means we have more time to constantly keep updating the article with new additions (and taking older ones out) on a monthly basis, which should hopefully prove useful as the year rolls on. You'll also find trailers for each game in this big list, although you can also click on the game pages to get more information and other news articles we've covered for them.

As mentioned, these are far from the only games releasing on Xbox this year, and in addition to this article, we provide weekly and monthly guides tracking them all. There's also an Xbox Game Pass in 2026 guide that's obviously focused around every single Game Pass title announced for this year.

Let's get cracking with 30 Xbox Series X|S games to look forward to in 2026!

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced (Xbox Series X|S)

"The iconic solo pirate adventure returns. Sail the Caribbean as Edward Kenway during the Golden Age of Piracy in this faithfully enhanced remake featuring stunning visuals, upgraded gameplay, and new content."

  • Release Date: July 9, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? No

EA SPORTS College Football 27 (Xbox Series X|S)

"Step into the modern era of college football, where personal ambition meets program pride. Balance expectations, identity, and everything Saturday demands while immersed in traditions and pageantry of game day."

  • Release Date: July 9, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? No

Echoes of Aincrad (Xbox Series X|S)

"Step into Aincrad, a world of beauty and danger where every battle could be your last. Create your hero, choose your gear, and master combat by building synergy with your partner, leveling up, and unlocking special abilities to expand your horizons."

  • Release Date: July 10, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? No

Denshattack! (Xbox Series X|S)

"Flip, trick and grind your train in a fast-paced, off-the-rails ride through a colourful Japanese dystopia. Outmatch rival gangs, wreck a shady megacorp, and take back the tracks with nothing but skill, speed, and style."

  • Release Date: July 15, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? Yes

The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu (Xbox Series X|S)

"In up to four player co-op, form a group of explorers searching for treasure. In this cursed jungle, danger is everywhere and monstrous creatures alter reality. Stay clear-headed and tame the jungle before it devours you…"

  • Release Date: July 15, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? No

Planet Crafter (Xbox Series X|S)

"A space survival open world terraforming crafting game, designed for 1 to 10 players. Alter the ecosystem of an inhospitable planet to render it habitable for humanity. Survive, gather resources, and build your base. Then, generate oxygen, warmth, and pressure to create a brand new biosphere."

  • Release Date: July 21, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? Yes

Halo: Campaign Evolved (Xbox Series X|S)

"Halo: Campaign Evolved is a faithful yet expanded remake of Halo: Combat Evolved’s campaign, rebuilt from the ground up. Play the legendary story with HD visuals, refined controls, up to 4-player online co-op, 3 new missions, and an expanded arsenal of weapons, vehicles, and new enemies."

  • Release Date: July 28, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? Yes

Mistfall Hunter (Xbox Series X|S)

"Mistfall Hunter is a dark fantasy extraction ARPG. Combine skills, talents, and gear for each class in thrilling combat! Whether you team up or go solo, one thing remains certain—only by fighting your way through can you return with a full haul. Good luck, Gyldhunter."

  • Release Date: July 29, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? Yes

Beast of Reincarnation (Xbox Series X|S)

"Survive a journey across an ominous, ever-changing world where dangerous forests can erupt in the wasteland. As Emma and Koo push deeper into the unknown, their bond strengthens—and with it, strange powers bloom. Explore what it means to be human in Beast of Reincarnation, an expansive one-person, one-dog action RPG built around demanding, technical combat."

  • Release Date: August 4, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? Yes

Hell Let Loose: Vietnam (Xbox Series X|S)

"Step into the explosive fury of war with Hell Let Loose: Vietnam. Play a decisive role in one of the most iconic conflicts in history with expansive 50v50 player battles, where teamwork, tactics and an arsenal of destructive weapons combine to shape the battlefield in your favour."

  • Release Date: August 13, 2026
  • Xbox Game Pass? No