Xbox used its second Gamescom 2026 broadcast to highlight 10 titles connected to Xbox Game Pass, including new release dates, launch windows, updates and beta information.
The lineup covered a wide range of genres, from psychological horror and dungeon exploration to air racing, action adventures and competitive multiplayer games. Several projects received firm dates, while others were confirmed for 2027.
Among the most notable announcements were October 13 release timing for Deep Dish Dungeon, January 7, 2027 for Armatus, an October 27 console release for The Séance of Blake Manor and a 2027 window for Holstin.
| Game | Gamescom 2026 announcement |
|---|---|
| Albion Online | Dragonfire update on August 31, 2026 |
| Arkheron | Crossplay beta on September 25, 2026 |
| Armatus | Releases January 7, 2027 |
| Deep Dish Dungeon | Releases October 13, 2026 |
| Holstin | Coming in 2027 |
| Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 | Italy update and National Championship Air Races |
| Militsioner | Coming in 2027 |
| Son of Thanjai | Spring 2027 |
| The Séance of Blake Manor | Console release October 27, 2026 |
| What Goes Up | Coming in 2026 |
Deep Dish Dungeon and Armatus receive firm release dates
Deep Dish Dungeon is now scheduled for October 13, 2026.
The game combines survival exploration with handcrafted dungeon design, puzzles, crafting and Metroidvania elements. You can explore the dungeon alone or through online co op multiplayer.
Armatus will follow on January 7, 2027. It puts you in the role of a masked warrior fighting demonic creatures across the ruins of Paris, with the character's motivations remaining part of the game's mystery.
The Séance of Blake Manor also received a console date of October 27. Set in Ireland in 1897, the supernatural detective game follows an investigation into the disappearance of Evelyn Deane at a remote hotel.
Holstin and Militsioner are both targeting 2027
Holstin appeared again with a 2027 launch window.
The psychological survival horror game takes place in an isolated Polish town during the 1990s and combines exploration, conversations and combat against supernatural threats.
Its presentation uses both top down and over the shoulder perspectives, helping distinguish it from more conventional survival horror games.
Militsioner is also scheduled for 2027. The unusual immersive sim places you under constant observation by a giant policeman, with your interactions potentially involving persuasion, deception, anger or even romance as you attempt to escape.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 adds competitive air racing
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 received another substantial update announcement.
The National Championship Air Races are scheduled for October 13, bringing competitive high speed racing over New Mexico. The broadcast also highlighted an Italy update for the simulator.
Elsewhere, Arkheron will hold a crossplay beta beginning September 25. The game features ability based PvP combat, 3v3 arenas and larger 45 player modes.
Albion Online's Dragonfire update arrives August 31, continuing support for the sandbox MMORPG following its Xbox release.
Son of Thanjai and What Goes Up expand the lineup
Son of Thanjai is targeting spring 2027.
The cinematic action adventure takes place in an alternate history version of medieval South India and follows a betrayed prince attempting to dismantle an empire from within through combat, deception and fear.
What Goes Up is planned for 2026 and takes a much lighter approach. It is a physics based building game where you stack improvised structures from junk while dealing with environmental hazards. It supports both solo play and co op.
The second Gamescom broadcast therefore gave Xbox Game Pass subscribers a clearer picture of the service's upcoming schedule, with several games now carrying specific late 2026 dates and others filling out Microsoft's 2027 lineup.
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