October is considered one of the major months for the gaming industry in terms of major releases. Microsoft didn’t shy away from it this year, releasing one of the most anticipated games from its in-house studios in recent years – Gears of War: E-Day. It will be released immediately on Game Pass subscriptions, with seven games currently known to be part of the Microsoft service immediately upon release in October 2026.
Gears of War: E-Day — 6 октября (Ultimate Edition, PC)
The long-awaited new game in the series is the first full-fledged Xbox console exclusive since the arrival of Asha Sharma. The game, which is only releasing on Xbox Series X | S and PC, has been previously tested as part of a beta test and has received high praise from viewers.
Echo Weaver – October 8 (Ultimate Edition, PC)
The long-awaited Metroidvania Game Pass was announced many years ago, but its release has been delayed several times. You play as the Weaver, locked in an infinite time loop.
Deep Disk Dungeon – October 13 (Ultimate Edition, PC)
A game about exploring metroidvania-style dungeons, with roguelike elements, item crafting, and the ability to play cooperatively (up to 3 players).
Valor Mortis – October 13 (Ultimate Edition, PC)
One of the most anticipated games of October is a first-person action game with Project Souls-like elements from the creators of Ghostrunner. The game has a unique setting – the protagonist is a soldier of Napoleon’s army who came back from the dead.
BeyondThese Stars — 15 октября (Ultimate Edition, PC)
An urban strategy game that takes place on the back of a giant whale. Its main feature is that the player not only has to consider the development of the settlement, but also interacts with the creatures themselves.
Séance at Black Manor – October 27 (Ultimate Edition, PC)
This is a one-person mystery detective story that takes place in Ireland at the end of the 19th century. Players must uncover the secrets of a mysterious hotel.
Horrible Lizard – October 29 (Ultimate Edition, PC)
Parkour horror with dinosaurs in a mysterious amusement park. There are no weapons in the game, and the main means of saving the protagonist are his intelligence and ability to move quickly.
