It's... Wednesday... Yes, for some reason, Microsoft decided to day the Game Pass update for the month by 24 hours, though no reason was given. It's a fairly meaty update, with 8 games coming to Ultimate (3 of them as Day 1 titles) and 7 to Standard, for a total of 11 games. Let's get into it!

Monster Train 2

Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S - May 21 as a Day 1 title - Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Powerful beings known as Titans have seized control of Heaven. A makeshift alliance is formed between former angels and demons, who must learn to work together against their common foe. Now, you must command these clans aboard newly forged trains, and embark on your journey through Hell, Heaven, and the Abyss, to defeat the Titans before they destroy this world.

Creatures of Ava

Xbox Series X|S - May 22 - Game Pass Standard

Let your empathy guide you as you play an exciting action-adventure, creature-saver game. Understand and tame the creatures of Ava and let them lead you through a variety of ecosystems - all in the hopes of saving the planet from a life-consuming infection.

Senua's Saga: Hellblade II

Xbox Series X|S - May 22 - Game Pass Standard

The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 

Xbox Series X|S – May 22 - Game Pass Standard

Discover the vast Chornobyl Exclusion Zone full of dangerous enemies, deadly anomalies, and powerful artifacts. Unveil your own epic story as you make your way to the Heart of Chornobyl. Choose your path s wisely, as they will determine your fate and shape the future of humankind in the end.

Tales of Kenzera: Zau

Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S - EA Play – May 22 - Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Wield the dance of the shaman in Tales of Kenzera: Zau, coming soon to the The Play List. With your cosmic powers and untried courage, members can brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera alongside the God of Death with unlimited access through EA Play and Game Pass Ultimate.

Tom Clancy's The Division 2

Cloud, Console, and PC - May 27 - Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Join an elite group of civilian agents in this action-packed RPG shooter, as Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 kicks off its Year 7 Season 1! Engage in intense tactical combat, team-up with your friends, and survive in a dynamic open world to save Washington D.C. from hostile factions

To a T

Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S - May 28 as a Day 1 title- Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

A charming, colorful adventure game from the creator of Katamari Damacy and the uvula team about a teen navigating life in a small town with their cute dog companion. While their body is stuck in a T-pose, they do their best to make the most of it.

Metaphor ReFantazio

Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S - May 29 - Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Winner of IGN's Game of the Year & TGA’s Best RPG. In this turn-based fantasy RPG you enter a Royal Tournament to claim the throne for a cursed prince. Awaken over 40+ Archetypes with magical powers. Explore vast lands, conquer dungeons, and forge bonds to shape your destiny and unite the kingdom.

Spray Paint Simulator

Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S - May 29 as a Day 1 title- Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Spray Paint Simulator is a relaxing, satisfying game that invites you to build your own painting business from the ground up! Meet with quirky clients in Story Mode and take on each job right from the start. Paint everything: rooms, homes, cars, bridges, even giant robots! Unlock Free Spray mode and play alone or with a friend to make the entire town your canvas!

Crypt Custodian

Cloud, Console, and PC - June 3 - Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Crypt Custodian is a charming top -down metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto, a mischievous cat who has died and is sentenced to be the afterworld’s janitor… forever! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Symphonia

Cloud, Console, and PC - June 3 - Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Awaken an expansive musical realm in this non-violent and poetic platformer. In Symphonia, you’ll use the power of your violin coupled with your platforming skills to gather an orchestra to bring the musical machinery of the world back to life.

Xbox Cloud Gaming

The following games will be available as part of Xbox Cloud Gaming on May 23rd:

  • Brütal Legend
  • Costume Quest 2
  • Day of the Tentacle Remastered
  • Full Throttle Remastered
  • Grim Fandango Remastered
  • Max The Curse of Brotherhood
  • Neon Abyss
  • Quantum Break
  • Rare Replay
  • ScreamRide
  • State of Decay Year-One
  • SteamWorld Dig 2
  • Sunset Overdrive
  • Super Lucky’s Tale
  • Zoo Tycoon Ultimate Animal Collection

DLC / Game Updates

  • Sea of Thieves: Season 16 – Starting May 22
    • Flameheart’s loyal followers are working to advance his ambitions! Set sail on new Reaper quests to uncover an cient secrets and unleash The Order of Bone and Blade, recruit Skeleton Mercenaries to aid you on your various Voyages, and cause chaos with portable (and unstab le) Cannons of Rage.
  • Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker - Available now
    • This free DLC sends Solstice Warriors Valere and Zale on a side-adventure into the miniature, clockwork world of Horloge, where a cursed carnival threatens its innocent denizens. To survive, they'll need to play by unfamiliar rules and confront not only the mischievous Puppeteer and her minions, but also their own darker traits.

Game Benefits and Ultimate Perks

  • Call of Duty: Warzone: Game Pass Pack 2 - Available now
    • Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members can now get a free in-game bundle for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone. This pack comes with 2x Operator Skins, 4x Weapon Blueprints, 1x Finishing Move, 1x Emote, 2x Weapon Charms, 1x Loading Screen, 1x Spray, 1 hour 2XP Token, and a 1 hour 2WXP Token.
  • Smite 2: Summer Fun Medusa Drop - Available now
    • She's got shades, snakes, and serious style. Claim this drop to get Medusa and her Summer Fun skin! This Benefit requires Smite 2 to use.
  • Throne and Liberty: Commander and Firefly Items - May 22
    • Join the Resistance in this Xbox exclusive colored Commander Outfit and get a Firefly Amitoi to tag along on your adventures. This Perk content requires Throne and Liberty to use.
  • Tom Clancy The Division 2: EMS Outfit - Starting May 29
    • Gear up and get ready to save the day with the Emergency Medical Services-inspired outfit! The outfit includes a shirt, pants, hat, shoes and glasses.

Leaving the Service

The following game will leave the service on May 31st. If you have any unfinished business in them or want to give them a shot, this is your last chance.

  • Cassette Beasts (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Firework (PC)
  • Humanity (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Remnant 2 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
  • Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengance of the Slayer (Cloud, Console, and PC)

What do you think of the titles coming to Game Pass? Any other games you'd like added to the service? Let us know in the comments below!