Xbox Game Pass Confirms New Game for October 17

Xbox Game Pass Confirms New Game for October 17

Key Takeaways

  • MechWarrior 5: Clans is joining Xbox Game Pass on October 17.
  • Expect MechWarrior 5: Clans on PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate but not the Standard tier.
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is also coming to Game Pass in the second half of October 2024.

As a dedicated gamer who has been through the ups and downs of numerous gaming generations, I can confidently say that October 2024 is shaping up to be a remarkable month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers like myself! The addition of MechWarrior 5: Clans on October 17 promises an exhilarating blend of mech combat and strategic gameplay, which I’ve been eagerly anticipating since the announcement.


On Thursday, October 17th, the new release MechWarrior 5: Clans will be added to the Xbox Game Pass collection. While Microsoft hasn’t revealed the games for Wave 2 of Xbox Game Pass yet, it is expected that MechWarrior 5: Clans will be among them when the announcement is made.

The month of October 2024 has seen a relatively low influx of new titles on Xbox Game Pass, with just a handful of games joining so far. On October 2, Sifu made its appearance on the service, followed by Mad Streets on October 7 and Inscryption from October 10. The Xbox Game Pass team plans to add more games in the second half of October 2024, but as of now, the complete lineup for the rest of the month remains undisclosed.

Even though details about all the games coming to Xbox Game Pass in the latter half of October 2024 remain uncertain, one title has been confirmed: MechWarrior 5: Clans. This upcoming game is a sequel to MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries and will be available on Xbox Game Pass starting October 17. Featuring a full-scale campaign, online co-op, and multiplayer functionality, MechWarrior 5: Clans is a mech game that promises an engaging experience. The initial installment garnered mixed opinions from critics, so it’s intriguing to see how they will respond to the release of MechWarrior 5: Clans on October 17.

Xbox Game Pass Games Coming Soon in October 2024

  • MechWarrior 5: Clans – October 17
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 – October 25

It hasn’t been explicitly stated in the announcement, but it’s reasonable to infer that MechWarrior 5: Clans will likely become available on PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Given Microsoft’s recent adjustments to its Xbox Game Pass tiers, most day one games now bypass the Standard option and head straight to Ultimate. Unless there’s an exception in this case, it seems probable that MechWarrior 5: Clans will follow suit. Regrettably, those not subscribed to the Ultimate tier might miss out on another significant game joining the service around the second half of October 2024.

In addition to MechWarrior 5: Clans, only Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is included in the October 2024 Wave 2 lineup for Xbox Game Pass. The release date for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 on both Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass is set for October 25th. Notably, it will bypass Xbox Game Pass Standard; however, since online multiplayer access is crucial to fully enjoy Black Ops 6 (one of the benefits included in Ultimate), this should not pose a problem for most subscribers aiming to play the latest Call of Duty game with their subscription.

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2024-10-10 19:53