The first games for Xbox Game Pass in January already have a date

The first games for Xbox Game Pass in 2026 already have a confirmed date.

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Although we still have a few days left before the new year, we can already share with you the first confirmed releases for Xbox Game Pass in 2026. For now, Microsoft is saving the announcements for the beginning of the year, but we can already give you a sneak peek at the first titles for the service.

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Right now, in January, we have two confirmed games, one of which will arrive for Game Pass PC and the other for Xbox consoles. Both games are very different proposals, so here are the details so you can keep them on your radar.

First games of January 2026 for Xbox Game Pass

• MIO: Memories in Orbit — January 20, 2026
  Available on console and PC through Xbox Game Pass. A science fiction adventure with exploration and combat, designed for those looking for a more atmospheric and progression-focused experience.

• Nova Roma — January 22, 2026
  Coming exclusively to PC Game Pass. A strategic proposal set in an alternate version of the Roman Empire, with management, tactical decisions, and long-term development.

With these two additions, Xbox Game Pass starts 2026 with a varied focus, combining an action-adventure game for console and PC with a strategic experience designed specifically for PC users. It is expected that Microsoft will reveal more titles for January in the coming weeks.