Xbox Game Pass adds 2 Day-One games

The latest Xbox Game Pass catalog update is introduced BlazBlue Entropy Effect X and Roadside researchboth of which are available to play starting February 12th. The two Day-1 releases mark the 10th and 11th titles to join Microsoft's subscription service in February 2026, bringing the total number of this year's Xbox Game Pass additions to 29.

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X is a side-scrolling action roguelite set in Arc System Works' ever-growing BlazBlue universe. Developed by 91Act, it is an improved edition of BlazBlue Entropy Effectwhich was originally released for PC and mobile devices in August 2023. It expands on the original game with the addition of a new story scenario and playable character in Naoto Kurogane. Its initial critical reception has been overwhelmingly positive, as highlighted by BlazBlue Entropy Effect Xs “Mighty” rating on OpenCritic, with an average rating of 85 and a reviewer recommendation rating of 92%.

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BlazBlue Entropy Effect X joins Xbox Game Pass alongside Roadside Research

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X launched on all current-gen consoles on February 12, when it also joined Xbox Game Pass. It comes next Roadside researcha new early access title developed by Cybernetic Walrus. The game is a gas station simulator with a sci-fi twist: players control aliens who conduct experiments on humans while using the gas station as a front. To avoid attracting the attention of government agents who might turn them into goo, they must maintain the appearance of a legitimate business. In addition to solo play, Roadside research supports co-op multiplayer for up to four players, expanding the Xbox Game Pass co-op library.

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Both Roadside research and BlazBlue Entropy Effect X are only available through PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate as of right now. While they could be added to the service's Premium tier as early as the second half of 2026, Microsoft isn't providing a firm timeline for bringing third-party XGP Ultimate games to XGP Premium. More predictable release patterns usually apply only to titles developed and published by Microsoft's own studios.

According to the latest announcement about the Xbox Game Pass lineup, February 12th would also be the day Starsand Island joins the service. However, the cozy Stardew Valley-like title ended up hitting Xbox Game Pass a day early. This wasn't the only unexpected release on February 11, which also marked the arrival of Diablo 2: Resurrectednow available at all non-essential levels.

Xbox Game Pass Release Calendar

Xbox Game Pass has another double release scheduled for February 13th, then High on Life 2 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance are set to join its library. The next catalog update is scheduled for February 15th and will mark a relatively light round of bimonthly departures, with just one title—Madden NFL 24— leaves the service. The platform is then set to add Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora on February 17, which is also when it will likely formally confirm its Wave 2 lineup for the month.

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Released

2026

Developer

Cybernetic walrus

Publisher

Oro Interactive

Multiplayer

Online Co-Op

Number of players

Single player / 2-4 players (online)