Assassin’s Creed Mirage Leads Xbox Game Pass Additions for August 2025

Assassin’s Creed Mirage Game Pass Debut Marks a Major Win for Xbox

One of Ubisoft’s most anticipated releases of recent years, Assassin’s Creed Mirage, has landed on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, kicking off a high-profile wave of new additions in August 2025.

Returning the franchise to its stealth-action roots, Mirage offers a tighter, more focused experience set in 9th-century Baghdad, far from the sprawling RPG direction of the previous entries. Players take on the role of Basim Ibn Ishaq, a skilled thief-turned-assassin whose journey through dense city streets, parkour-laden rooftops, and political conspiracies evokes strong echoes of the original Assassin’s Creed formula.

For Game Pass subscribers, Mirage brings AAA value with no additional cost, reinforcing Microsoft’s strategy of delivering blockbuster titles day-and-date or shortly after their premium launch window.

This Week’s Full Game Pass Lineup: A Genre-Spanning Expansion

In addition to Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Xbox Game Pass subscribers are getting access to a diverse catalog of new and returning games across genres—delivering something for nearly every player type.

Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector

The narrative-driven cyberpunk RPG sequel has made its debut this week. Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector expands on the first game’s dystopian storytelling with deeper character systems, multi-layered quests, and new planetary environments. This one’s perfect for fans of Disco Elysium or Norco who enjoy a slower, dialogue-rich experience.

MechWarrior 5: Clans

After years of updates to the MechWarrior 5 formula, Clans brings a major overhaul. Featuring cooperative clan warfare, enhanced mech customization, and larger battlefields, this release targets fans of tactical combat, resource management, and good old-fashioned sci-fi mech action.

Aliens: Fireteam Elite (Returning)

Making its comeback to Game Pass, this co-op shooter is a thrilling pick for fans of horde-style PvE gameplay. With updated content and performance optimizations, Aliens: Fireteam Elite still delivers intense third-person action against endless waves of xenomorphs.

Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders

A winter-themed DLC expansion for the beloved indie hit Lonely Mountains: Downhill, this update introduces snow-covered trails, slippery terrain mechanics, and seasonal challenges. It’s a soothing yet demanding experience for biking fans and completionists alike.

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap

A fusion of tower defense and hack-and-slash, Deathtrap adds blood-soaked complexity to the Orcs Must Die! formula. Combining traps with real-time combat, it’s both strategic and chaotic—ideal for fans of defense games looking for a hands-on twist.

Xbox Game Pass: Consistent Value in a Crowded Subscription Landscape

Microsoft continues to position Game Pass as the industry’s most valuable gaming subscription, and this week’s additions prove the point. By mixing blockbuster titles, indie gems, and surprise returns, the platform keeps its content fresh and diverse.

While Assassin’s Creed Mirage is undoubtedly the centerpiece this week, the supporting titles cater to various preferences—offering narrative depth, multiplayer chaos, tactical complexity, and relaxed exploration all in one batch.

With more additions expected later this month, including Grounded 2, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and the heavily rumored Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 Remastered, August is shaping up to be a pivotal content month for the service.