Updated: May 7, 2026 
Update: This article was last updated on May 6, 2026, to highlight the games coming and leaving Xbox Game Pass.
If you own an Xbox or a gaming PC, then you must have heard about Microsoft's Game Pass. The streaming service gives you access to the latest games each month for a paltry fee. The Xbox Game Pass library is getting a fresh injection of titles this month to keep you busy. As always, a few games are also saying goodbye, so be sure to get your last playthrough in before they're gone. Here are all the games coming and leaving Xbox Game Pass this month.
Games Coming To Xbox Game Pass In May 2026
May is shaping up to be a massive month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. From huge day-one launches like Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2 to action-packed experiences like DOOM: The Dark Ages and Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, there’s a solid mix of racing, RPGs, shooters, and cozy adventures to jump into this month. Here are all the games coming to Xbox Game Pass in May 2026:
| Date | Game | Genre | Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | Final Fantasy V | Classic RPG | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC |
| May 6, 2026 | Ben 10 Power Trip | Action / Adventure | Cloud, Console, PC |
| May 6, 2026 | Descenders Next (Game Preview) | Extreme Sports | Cloud, Console, PC |
| May 6, 2026 | Wheel World | Adventure / Racing | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC |
| May 6, 2026 | Wildgate | PvPvE Shooter | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC |
| May 6, 2026 | Wuchang: Fallen Feathers | Soulslike Action RPG | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC |
| May 7, 2026 | Mixtape | Narrative Adventure | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC |
| May 11, 2026 | Outbound | Cozy Survival / Simulation | Cloud, Console, PC |
| May 12, 2026 | Black Jacket | Card Game / Roguelike | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC |
| May 12, 2026 | Call of the Elder Gods | Narrative Puzzle Adventure | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC |
| May 12, 2026 | Elite Dangerous | Space Simulation | Cloud, Console |
| May 14, 2026 | DOOM: The Dark Ages | FPS / Action | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC |
| May 14, 2026 | Subnautica 2 (Game Preview) | Survival Adventure | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC |
| May 19, 2026 | Forza Horizon 6 | Open-World Racing | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC |
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In-Game Benefits For Xbox Users In May 2026
Xbox Game Pass subscribers are also getting a few extra perks this month, including bonus content and special updates for popular multiplayer titles. Here are the currently announced in-game benefits for May 2026:
| Date | Games | Benefits | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Available Now | World of Warships: Legends | Free in-game rewards and bonus content | Cloud, Console, PC |
Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass In May 2026
As new games arrive, a few titles are also preparing to leave the Xbox Game Pass library. If any of these are sitting in your backlog, now’s a good time to finish them before they disappear. Plus, Game Pass members can usually grab them at up to a 20% discount before they leave.
| Game | Leaving On |
|---|---|
| Galacticare | May 15, 2026 |
| Go Mecha Ball | May 15, 2026 |
| Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo | May 15, 2026 |
| Paw Patrol Rescue Wheels: Championship | May 15, 2026 |
| Planet of Lana | May 15, 2026 |
The good news is that all of these titles will be on sale at least a 20% discount until they leave. Some may even be discounted further depending on ongoing Xbox sales.
That’s all the games coming to and leaving Xbox Game Pass in May 2026. With major releases like Forza Horizon 6, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Subnautica 2 arriving this month. Be sure to check back regularly, as Microsoft may announce even more additions later this month.
