A new addition to Xbox Game Pass is on the horizon, as SteamWorld Heist 2 is set to debut on August 8 as a day one Xbox Game Pass game. The service has been impressing subscribers with a series of successful day one launches, starting strong with Palworld and maintaining the momentum with a consistent flow of top-notch releases. The future looks bright for Xbox Game Pass, with no signs of slowing down.
April 2024 has already seen several remarkable day one releases on Xbox Game Pass, with more to come. For instance, upcoming titles like Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes and Soulslike Another Crab's Treasure are set to launch this week. While many subscribers are eagerly anticipating the immediate future lineup, it's worth noting that games have also been confirmed for later in the year.
Circle Thursday, August 8 on your calendars if you're an Xbox Game Pass subscriber. This is when SteamWorld Heist 2 will be available as a day one game on the service. Following the success of the 2015 turn-based tactics game SteamWorld Heist, expectations are high for its sequel, which was announced as a surprise reveal at the recent Nintendo Indie World showcase. The original game received positive reviews from critics, adding to the anticipation for the new installment.
Dive into SteamWorld Heist 2 on Xbox Game Pass
With the arrival of SteamWorld Heist 2 on August 8, Xbox Game Pass subscribers can enjoy the game at no additional cost. While turn-based tactics may not be everyone's cup of tea, the good news is that there are plenty of other exciting titles lined up for release on Game Pass in the near future.
May 2024 brings some highly anticipated games, including Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 premiering on May 21. As one of Xbox's flagship releases for 2024, the launch of Hellblade 2 is eagerly awaited to see if it lives up to the hype.
Looking ahead, Rolling Hills is scheduled for Xbox Game Pass on June 4, followed by the horror game Still Wakes the Deep on June 18. Frostpunk 2 will join PC Game Pass on July 5, and long-awaited STALKER 2 will finally hit the shelves on September 5. While SteamWorld Heist 2 stands as the sole confirmed day one release for Xbox Game Pass in August 2024, fans can anticipate more titles filling up the month's roster soon.