New Xbox games October 9: Microsoft adds these titles for Game Pass subscribers. Check full list of upcoming games this month and titles leaving

Microsoft has already released some much awaited games like 'Gears of War: E Day' for Game Pass users this month. Today (October 9), several new games like Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen and PAPERHEAD are also being added to the list. The latest additions come as Xbox Game Pass subscribers look forward to more major releases, including Battlefield 6 later this month. While more titles are scheduled to arrive over the coming days, subscribers should also note that a number of games are set to leave Game Pass on October 15.

Here's the complete list of new Xbox releases, upcoming games and titles leaving the subscription service.

New Xbox games releasing on October 9

The following games are scheduled to release on October 9:


Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen: Xbox Series X|S and Cloud

PAPERHEAD: Xbox Series X|S, PC and Cloud

Cozy Meowmory: Explore colorful rooms filled with adorable cats and hidden details in this observation puzzle game.

HORSE CLUB Ride West: Explore expansive landscapes, learn Western riding, help friends and compete in a major horseback riding tournament.

Sesame Street: Friends & Fun: Join familiar characters such as Grover, Bert, Ernie and Count von Count in activities involving gardening, puzzles and number skills.

Tiny Techie in Puzzle Land: Solve intricate puzzles in a pixel-art world alongside a pink-haired gearhead.

Whisker Mess: Fit cat-shaped pieces onto a board, complete lines and clear space to earn points in this tile-based puzzle game.

Xbox games already released in October

Several games have already arrived on Xbox platforms and Game Pass during October. Here's the list, along with their availability.

Echo Weaver: Cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC — October 8

Forever Ago: Cloud, Console and PC — October 8

Neon Abyss 2: Cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC — October 8

Shape of Dreams: Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld and PC — Available now

Minecraft Dungeons II: Cloud, Console, Handheld and PC — Available now

Gears of War: E-Day: Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC and Cloud — Available now

Asphalt Legends: Cloud, Console and PC — Available today

Upcoming Xbox games in October

Xbox players have several more releases to look forward to during the coming week. Battlefield 6 is among the notable titles scheduled for October 13.

Here's the upcoming release schedule:

Battlefield 6: October 13 — Cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC

Deep Dish Dungeon: October 13 — Cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC

Valor Mortis: October 13 — Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld and PC

Bluey's Happy Snaps: October 15 — Cloud, Console, Handheld and PC

Chained Beasts: October 15 — Cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC

Beyond These Stars: October 16 — PC

Xbox Game Pass games leaving on October 15

While new titles are arriving, subscribers should also prepare for several games to leave the Game Pass library on October 15. Microsoft advises players who want to continue playing these titles to consider purchasing them before they leave the service.

The games scheduled to leave are:

A Plague Tale: Requiem — Cloud, Console and PC

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 — Cloud, Console and PC

Crime Scene Cleaner — Cloud, Console and PC

Donut County— Cloud, Console and PC

Evil West — Cloud, Console and PC

Nova Roma (Game Preview)— PC

Pacific Drive — Cloud, Console and PC

Superball— Cloud, Console and PC

The Casting of Frank Stone — Cloud, Console and PC

With new releases arriving throughout October and several titles leaving the library, Game Pass subscribers have a busy month ahead. Players should check the availability of individual games under their specific subscription tier, as access can vary by plan and platform.