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Xbox Game Pass May 2026 Free Game Drop Includes An 8/10 No Man's Sky Rival
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Published 15:07 5 May 2026 GMT+1

Xbox Game Pass May 2026 Free Game Drop Includes An 8/10 No Man's Sky Rival

A total of 14 new games will hit Xbox Game Pass in the first half of May.

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Topics: Xbox Game Pass, Xbox, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X

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Xbox has confirmed a new set of games coming to Game Pass in May 2026, which includes two first-party games and a No Man’s Sky rival.

As is typical for Xbox Game Pass, the first wave of May’s new releases hitting the service have been announced.

The games, which include two first-party published titles, several indie games, and a No Man’s Sky-like game, will be dropped at different dates throughout the month.

Let’s dive into the new games on offer throughout May 2026.

Final Fantasy V (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – Available 5 May

Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

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“The original FINAL FANTASY V comes to life with completely new graphics and audio as a 2D pixel remaster! A remodeled take on the fifth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.”

Square Enix

Ben 10 Power Trip (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available 6 May

Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

“Evil Hex has cursed Europe – and only Ben 10 can stop him! Explore a 3D world filled with combat, puzzles and secrets as you save the day!”

Outright Games Ltd.

Descenders Next (Game Preview) (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available 6 May

Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass

“Grab your board and master the mountain! Descenders Next is the ultimate extreme sports game, with sprawling snowy peaks, winding dirt tracks, and tons of parks to conquer. Will you and your friends become the Next Ultimate Descenders?”

No More Robots

Wheel World (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – Available 6 May

Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass

“Dive into Wheel World as Kat, a rider chosen by ancient cycling spirits. Race elite teams, trick out your bike, and perform the long overdue Great Shift ritual to save a universe on the brink! Your bike is your destiny.”

Annapurna Interactive

Wildgate (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – Available 6 May

Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

“Wildgate is a PvPvE multiplayer shooter that blends tactical ship-to-ship combat with fast-paced first-person action. Evade deadly environmental hazards, search for powerful weapons and ship upgrades, and be the first crew to escape with the Artifact... or the last crew left flying.”

Dreamhaven

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC) – Available 6 May

Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass

“WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a soulslike, action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty, plagued with warring factions and a mysterious illness spawning monstrous creatures.”

505 Games

Mixtape (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – Available 7 May

Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

“On their last night together, three friends embark on one final adventure. Play through a mixtape of memories, set to the soundtrack of a generation.”

Annapurna Interactive

Outbound (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available 11 May

Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

“Explore a colorful world and build your own cozy home on wheels. Craft workstations, and source energy from the sun, wind, or water. Upgrade and customize your vehicle, grow crops, and live sustainably off-grid with up to 4 players.”

Square Glade Games

Black Jacket (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – Available 12 May

Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

“Gamble your way out of hell in this blackjack-inspired rogue-lite deckbuilder. Play powerful card combos or cheat to outwit your opponents and earn your freedom. Win their Soul coins! Bribe the ferryman! And uncover the story of those who stand in your way.”

Skystone Games

Call of the Elder Gods (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld and PC) – Available 12 May

Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

“Journey to the far corners of the Earth and unearth ancient horrors in this Lovecraftian narrative puzzle adventure and sequel to 2020’s critically acclaimed Call of the Sea.”

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Elite Dangerous (Cloud and Console) – Available 12 May

Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium

“Take control of your own starship and blaze your trail in an ever-changing galaxy. Master the arts of combat, mining and trade or venture out into the unknown across a 1:1 scale universe.”

Frontier Developments

DOOM: The Dark Ages (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – Available 14 May

Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass

“DOOM: The Dark Ages is the prequel to the critically acclaimed DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal that tells an epic cinematic story worthy of the DOOM Slayer’s legend. Players will step into the blood-stained boots of the DOOM Slayer, in this never-before-seen dark and sinister medieval war against Hell.”

Bethesda Softworks

Subnautica 2 (Game Preview) (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – Available 14 May

Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

“Subnautica 2 is an underwater survival adventure set on an all-new alien world, developed by Unknown Worlds. Play alone or with friends in 4-player co-op. Adapt to survive by building custom bases and crafting tools. Explore the unknown to uncover the mysteries hidden within the depths.”

Unknown Worlds Entertainment

Forza Horizon 6 (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – May 19

Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

“Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Japan in over 550 real-world cars and become a racing Legend in Forza Horizon's biggest open world driving adventure yet.”

Xbox Game Studios

Xbox Game Pass Games Leaving On 15 May

Meanwhile, five games will be leaving Xbox Game Pass later this month. You have until 15 May to continue playing the following titles.

  • Galacticare (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Go Mecha Ball (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Paw Patrol Rescue Wheels: Championship (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Planet of Lana (Cloud, Console, and PC)

If you’d like to continue playing any of these games after 15 May, you can currently purchase them for a 20% discount to own them.

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