
Xbox Game Pass Announces Late October Games Featuring Final Fantasy VII Remake
Xbox has revealed the next wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass, with Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade leading the lineup. The announcement, published on October 20, includes new releases arriving between October 21 and November 3, 2026.
The update brings a mix of role-playing adventures, indie games, puzzle experiences, and returning classics. However, availability varies depending on the subscription tier and platform.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Arrives October 29
The biggest highlight is Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, scheduled to join Game Pass on October 29 for cloud gaming, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
This enhanced version reimagines the original Final Fantasy VII story through the events leading up to the escape from Midgar. It features updated visuals, additional story content, and a hybrid combat system combining real-time action with strategic commands.
The game will be available through Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass.
More Games Coming to Game Pass
The late-October lineup includes several other additions:
- Sandustry — October 21: A factory-building game focused on mining, automation, and exploring destructible worlds on PC.
- Dodo Duckie — October 22: A puzzle-platforming adventure that switches between 2D and 3D gameplay.
- Scramble Knights Online — October 26: A cooperative online action RPG featuring quests, dungeons, and equipment crafting.
- The Séance of Blake Manor — October 27: A supernatural detective mystery set in Ireland in 1897.
- Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted — October 29: The classic strategy game returns with HD visuals and new content.
- Terrible Lizards — October 29: A horror game where players use parkour and quick movement to escape threats.
- Pit of Goblin — November 3: An online cooperative horror adventure involving dungeon exploration and monster encounters.
The games are distributed across different Game Pass plans, with some releases also available through EA Play benefits included with eligible subscriptions.
Games Leaving Game Pass in October
Microsoft also confirmed that several titles will leave the catalog on October 31. These include Deep Rock Galactic, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Wartales, Wildgate, and other games.
Subscribers interested in these titles should check their availability before the removal date. Eligible members may also find discounts on games leaving the service.
A Strong Finish to October for Game Pass
With a major RPG, a refreshed strategy classic, and several independent releases, Xbox Game Pass is offering a varied selection for the end of October.
For many subscribers, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade will be the headline addition, especially for players who have been waiting to experience the reimagined RPG on Xbox or PC through their subscription.
More details about the lineup, supported platforms, and subscription tiers are available in the official Xbox announcement.


