Microsoft has just revealed the latest games they’re bringing to Xbox Game Pass during the latter part of August 2023, and the lineup looks quite promising. They’ve included two well-loved and carefully crafted indie games from recent years, along with two intriguing new titles that will be available right from their launch. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the specifics of these new games that will be coming to the Xbox Game Pass in August 2023.
New Games in Xbox Game Pass (August 2023)
Microsoft has unveiled the upcoming additions to Xbox Game Pass for the latter part of August 2023. This second wave of releases includes some exciting titles such as The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Everspace 2, and Sea of Stars, all of which will be available on the very day they launch. Additionally, there’s a returning game that was previously featured on the service making a comeback.
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— Xbox Game Pass (@XboxGamePass) August 15, 2023
Starting from August 15th, the second wave of Xbox Game Pass games for this month has kicked off. Everspace 2 is now part of the lineup, accessible on both console and Xbox cloud gaming. This release comes right after the unexpected launch of the Quake 2 remaster on Game Pass towards the end of the previous week.
August 2023 brings with it a collection of four fresh additions to the Xbox Game Pass lineup. These titles include:
- Firewatch (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 17
- The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 18
- Sea of Stars (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 29
- Gris (Cloud, Console, and PC) – September 5
For subscribers of the Xbox Game Pass, this wave of new games marks an exciting moment. The offerings for August 2023 encompass a range of experiences, from chill games that allow you to delve into emotions and explore wild environments, to even being the monster yourself. This month’s Game Pass truly covers a diverse array of experiences.
Now let’s take a detailed look at the new games:
Firewatch
Firewatch is an immersive single-player experience, adopting a first-person perspective.
- The game unfolds as a mystery within the untamed landscapes of Wyoming.
- Your primary source of emotional connection is maintained through communication with another individual via a handheld radio.
- Throughout the gameplay, you’ll venture into uncharted territory, facing questions and making choices that can build or destroy the only meaningful relationship you have.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
Immerse yourself in the world of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, a third-person horror experience that operates in an asymmetrical manner.
- This game is rooted in the legendary and groundbreaking 1974 horror film, allowing you to embody the persona of either a member of the infamous Slaughter family or one of their unfortunate victims.
- Delve into the realm of madness and horror firsthand by engaging with The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.
Sea of Stars
Sea of Stars is a turn-based role-playing game that draws its inspiration from the classics of the genre.
- This game weaves a narrative centered around two individuals known as the Children of the Solstice.
- These protagonists harness the abilities of both the sun and the moon, allowing them to wield Eclipse Magic, a singular force necessary to repel the abominable creations birthed by the malevolent alchemist named The Fleshmancer.
Gris
- Gris portrays the story of a young girl filled with optimism, yet adrift within her personal realm, grappling with a distressing ordeal.
- Her voyage through grief materializes through her attire, which bestows upon her fresh capabilities to more effectively traverse her dimmed existence.
Games leaving Xbox Game Pass in August
The following games will be leaving the Game Pass library soon. So make sure to wrap up where you may have left off:
- Black Desert
- Commandos 3 – HD Remaster
- Immortality
- Nuclear Throne
- Surgeon Simulator 2
- Tinykin
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