Xbox Game Pass: new titles and the departure of Cyberpunk 2077

Briefly

• Xbox Game Pass is expanding with new titles in September, including Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War.
• Cyberpunk 2077 is leaving the service, which will have a major impact on players who want to experience the title.
• Speedrunners 2, a multiplayer racing game, launches on September 3 and supports up to eight players online.

GAME-scanner analysis

Microsoft’s announcement of the new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in September is an important step in the ongoing evolution of its subscription service. With the addition of popular titles such as Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, available on September 8, Microsoft is trying to make its lineup more appealing to gamers. This is especially relevant given competition from other platforms that also offer their own subscription services. However, the departure of Cyberpunk 2077, one of the most talked-about titles of recent years, may cast a shadow over this expansion. Players who still want to play the game have until September 15 to do so.

What does this mean for players?

For players, this means they now have the chance to play some big titles at no extra cost, as long as they have a subscription. The addition of Speedrunners 2, which offers a social multiplayer experience, may also be appealing for friends who want to play together. On the other hand, players should be aware that they need to play Cyberpunk 2077 soon before it leaves the service, which could lead to increased demand for the title in its final weeks of availability.

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