Microsoft has officially revealed the first wave of titles arriving on Xbox Game Pass in February 2026, and it’s already shaping up to be one of the strongest months of the year for subscribers. With a mix of day-one releases, cult indie hits, classic RPGs, and major sequels, February’s Game Pass lineup delivers something across nearly every genre.
If you’re searching for the complete list of Xbox Game Pass games coming in February 2026, including release dates, platforms, tiers, and what each game actually plays like, this guide breaks everything down in one place and will be updated as Microsoft announces more titles.
Xbox Game Pass February 2026: All Confirmed Games So Far:
Emmanuel Umahi
/1. Indika (February 2, 2026) — Series X|S, PC, Cloud
Indika is a story-driven adventure game set in an alternate version of 19th-century Russia, blending dark humor, religious symbolism, and surreal storytelling into one of the most unusual narrative experiences in modern gaming. Players follow a young nun on a strange pilgrimage filled with puzzles, exploration, and psychological twists, as the game interrogates themes of faith, doubt, and morality.
Already praised on PC and PlayStation for its bold narrative direction and art design, Indika arriving on Xbox Game Pass gives subscribers access to one of the year’s most talked-about indie experiences especially appealing to fans of story-first games like Disco Elysium, Inside, and What Remains of Edith Finch.
/2. Final Fantasy II (February 3, 2026) — Series X|S, PC, Cloud
Final Fantasy II joins Xbox Game Pass as part of Square Enix’s expanding presence on Microsoft’s subscription service, bringing one of the franchise’s earliest and most experimental RPGs to a new generation of players.
Unlike traditional RPGs, Final Fantasy II uses a skill-based progression system, meaning characters improve based on how they fight rather than through fixed leveling. Set in a world under siege by an evil empire, the game delivers a darker, war-focused story compared to its predecessor laying early foundations for the political storytelling the series later became known for.
For fans of classic JRPGs and retro remasters, Final Fantasy II adds both nostalgia value and historical significance to February’s Game Pass lineup.
/3. MENACE (February 5, 2026) — PC
MENACE is a tactical, turn-based strategy game built around squad-based combat, deep customization, and cinematic sci-fi warfare. Developed by Overhype Studios (best known for Battle Brothers), the game blends XCOM-style tactical encounters with large-scale battles, persistent character progression, and branching mission paths.
Players command elite mercenary units across hostile alien worlds, making high-stakes strategic decisions that affect both battlefield outcomes and long-term campaign progression. With its emphasis on positioning, terrain, and squad composition, MENACE is shaping up to be one of the strongest strategy additions to Xbox Game Pass this year, especially for PC subscribers.
/4. High on Life 2 (February 13, 2026) — Series X|S, PC, Cloud
High on Life 2 is easily February’s biggest headliner. The sequel to Squanch Games’ breakout hit expands on the original’s formula of talking guns, absurd alien worlds, and chaotic FPS combat, while adding new traversal mechanics, bigger environments, and more elaborate weapon personalities.
Once again voiced by Justin Roiland collaborators and Squanch Games talent, the game leans heavily into comedy-driven storytelling while improving shooting mechanics, enemy variety, and world design. Its day-one arrival on Xbox Game Pass makes it one of the month’s most valuable additions for subscribers — particularly for players looking for a blend of humor, action, and sci-fi chaos.
/5. Death Howl (February 19, 2026) — Series X|S
Death Howl is a dark fantasy action-adventure game focused on atmosphere, exploration, and challenging combat. Set in a haunting, decaying world, the game blends moody storytelling with precise melee encounters and environmental puzzles, encouraging players to piece together lore through discovery rather than exposition.
Early previews describe Death Howl as drawing inspiration from Souls-like design philosophies while maintaining its own identity through slower pacing, emotional world-building, and minimalist narrative delivery. Its inclusion on Xbox Game Pass gives fans of darker action RPGs a compelling new experience without upfront cost.
Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass in February 2026
Seven titles exited Xbox Game Pass at the end of January, and Microsoft is expected to announce two additional batches of departures during February. As usual, subscribers will receive a limited-time discount on outgoing titles if they choose to purchase them before removal.
We’ll update this guide once the full list of February departures is confirmed.
Why February 2026 Is a Big Month for Xbox Game Pass
February’s Xbox Game Pass lineup stands out for three key reasons. These include the day-one releases of games like High on Life 2 which reinforces Microsoft’s commitment to first-party and third-party day-one drops. Also, it showcases high genre diversity and also, a PC and cloud expansion, which is letting Microsoft push the Game Pass as a cross-platform ecosystem rather than a console-only service.
For subscribers, this means stronger month-to-month value and fewer gaps between major releases.
Conclusion
With High on Life 2, Indika, Final Fantasy II, MENACE, and Death Howl, Xbox Game Pass February 2026 delivers one of the most balanced and high-value lineups in recent months. Whether you’re into story-driven indies, tactical strategy, classic RPGs, or chaotic shooters, this month’s additions make Game Pass feel like one of the strongest subscription deals in gaming right now.
Emmanuel Umahi
