Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Adds One of the Year’s Most Anticipated Sequels

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Silksong,” developed by Team Cherry, is now available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from its release date. This game has been generating a lot of buzz since 2025, and it’s just one example of the many exciting titles that Xbox Game Pass Ultimate offers regularly. This subscription service provides gamers with a wealth of options, making it an attractive choice for those who enjoy having a variety of games at their fingertips, especially since some new titles become available on the rotating library as soon as they are launched.

Initially unveiled in 2019 as an extension to the acclaimed game “Hollow Knight”, “Silksong” eventually transformed into a separate sequel. Players eagerly awaiting Team Cherry’s world of Hallownest and its insectoid hero have been patient for quite some time now. After facing a couple of setbacks and almost six years of excitement, the release date for “Hollow Knight: Silksong” was finally confirmed: September 4, 2025.

Xbox Game Pass Adds Hollow Knight: Silksong on Launch Day

The much-anticipated game “Hollow Knight: Silksong” will be playable for free on September 4 for subscribers of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This game can also be found on Switch and Switch 2, among other platforms. Most fans are expected to buy the game themselves, given its attractive price point of $19.99 and as a way to support the developer. For those who haven’t played “Hollow Knight” and thus aren’t as enthusiastic about “Silksong,” having the game on Xbox Game Pass offers a great opportunity to experience what all the buzz is about.

In “Hollow Knight: Silksong”, players will have the opportunity to assume command over Hornet, who was once the princess of Hallownest in the initial game. After being seized and transported to a novel realm named Pharloom, she embarks on an adventure through the new game’s Metroidvania-style landscapes, vanquishing numerous fresh adversaries and bosses using her expanded skillset and needle assaults. “Silksong” introduces several innovative mechanics including crafting, multiple city centers, traps, and NPC missions that have left many gamers eagerly awaiting its release.

Also Coming to Xbox Game Pass in September 2025

Game Game Pass Tier(s) Date Notes
Hollow Knight: Silksong Ultimate, PC Sep 4 Day-one release
Cataclismo Ultimate, PC Sep 4
PAW Patrol World Standard, PC, Ultimate Sep 10 Returning title
RoadCraft Ultimate, Standard Sep 16
Commandos: Origins Standard Sep 17
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor Ultimate, PC Sep 17 Day-one release
Frostpunk 2 Ultimate Sep 18 Available on PC Game Pass since Sep 2024

In September and October of 2025, Xbox Game Pass is offering an array of fantastic games beyond what’s already available. The day before the launch of Silksong, Nine Sols, a game likened to Hollow Knight in terms of its 2D platforming style, has been added to the collection. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor will make its debut on September 17 as a launch title. On the 18th, Frostpunk 2, which was initially released on PC Game Pass, is set to appear on Xbox Series X/S. Subscribers can expect multiple exciting day-one releases in October, such as Ninja Gaiden 4, The Outer Worlds 2, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, for Ultimate members.

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2025-09-04 17:10