Xbox Game Pass drops Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village this month, here’s the full January lineup

Xbox Game Pass drops Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village this month, bringing a strong lineup of new titles to the subscription service. Microsoft announced the first wave of January 2026 additions, featuring two major AAA releases alongside several standout indie games that give players plenty to explore.

Star Wars Outlaws Brings Open World Exploration to Game Pass

Star Wars Outlaws marks the first-ever open world Star Wars game and launches January 13. The game is set between the Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, allowing players to explore iconic and new locations across the galaxy.

Players control Kay Vess, a scoundrel seeking freedom and a fresh start alongside her companion Nix. You’ll fight, steal, and outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates while avoiding the Empire and becoming the galaxy’s most wanted.

The title represents a significant shift in how Ubisoft approaches open-world design within the Star Wars universe. Game Pass subscribers on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S can jump in immediately upon release.

Resident Evil Village Arrives with Survival Horror Excellence

Resident Evil Village continues the franchise story years after Resident Evil 7. The eighth main entry drops January 20, putting players in the boots of Ethan Winters as he faces a haunting European village filled with brutal enemies and mysterious dangers.

This classic survival horror experience emphasizes combat, exploration, and atmosphere. The game launches across Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass on cloud, console, and PC platforms.

With both Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village arriving this month, Game Pass subscribers gain access to two critically acclaimed AAA titles that would normally cost $60-70 each to purchase separately.

Complete January 2026 Game Pass Lineup with Release Dates

Title	Release Date	Available On
Brews & Bastards	Available Now	Cloud, PC, Xbox
Little Nightmares Enhanced	Available Now	Cloud, PC, Xbox, Handheld
Atomfall	January 7	Cloud, Console, PC, Handheld
Lost in Random: The Eternal Die	January 7	Cloud, Console, PC, Handheld
Rematch	January 7	Cloud, PC, Xbox
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine Master Crafted	January 7	Cloud, PC, Xbox
Final Fantasy	January 8	Cloud, Console, PC
Star Wars Outlaws	January 13	Cloud, PC, Xbox
My Little Pony: Zephyr Heights Mystery	January 15	Cloud, Console, PC, Handheld
Resident Evil Village	January 20	Cloud, Console, PC
MIO: Memories in Orbit	January 20	Cloud, PC, Xbox, Handheld

What Are Game Pass Tiers and What’s Included With Each?

Game Pass Ultimate offers the broadest access, including day one releases, cloud gaming, and Xbox console play. Most AAA titles like Star Wars Outlaws require Ultimate or PC Game Pass for new releases.

Game Pass Premium (for console only) and PC Game Pass provide subscription access but some titles may have limited availability compared to Ultimate. Resident Evil Village launches across all tiers, making it accessible to every subscription level.

Certain games like Atomfall and Lost in Random release with Game Pass Premium first, showing Microsoft’s strategy of staggering releases across tiers throughout the month.

Five Games Leaving Game Pass January 15 That You Should Play Before Goodbye

Players have until January 15 to finish several notable titles. Neon White, a stylish first-person action game, is one of the most talked-about departures from the service this month.

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn offers souls-like gameplay with an open-world twist. Road 96 provides a unique narrative-driven road trip experience, while The Ascent brings cyberpunk action to the service’s exit list.

Microsoft offers a 20% discount on departing games if you want to purchase them before they leave Game Pass. This lets fans permanently own their favorite titles before they’re removed from the subscription library.

“Explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life, along with her companion Nix.”

— Xbox Wire, Official Game Pass Announcement

Which January 2026 Game Pass Titles Should You Prioritize Playing?

Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village are obvious standouts as premium AAA releases. Beyond those, Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition offers a remastered experience in 4K and 60 FPS, making it perfect for those with newer consoles.

Final Fantasy (the original) receives a modern 2D remodel, making it more accessible for new players while maintaining the timeless story. Warhammer 40K: Space Marine brings enhanced graphics and quality-of-life improvements to this beloved action title.

Indie fans should prioritize Atomfall, a post-apocalyptic survival game inspired by real events, and MIO: Memories in Orbit, a hand-crafted metroidvania set in a nature-reclaimed world with rich atmosphere and secrets.

Sources

• Xbox Wire – Official Game Pass announcement with complete January 2026 lineup
• IGN – Coverage of Microsoft’s first Game Pass announcement of 2026
• Polygon – Analysis of January’s strongest Game Pass releases