August is shaping up to be a quieter month for Xbox Game Pass, following a July filled with big titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, The Case of the Golden Idol, Neon White, and Dungeons of Hinterberg. As we look ahead to August, it’s worth focusing on the games leaving the service rather than those coming in. On August 15, several great games will be departing Xbox Game Pass after a year or more on the platform. This may influence your gaming choices this weekend, as you will need to purchase these games if you wish to continue playing them after August 15.
Shadow Warrior 3: Definitive Edition
For fans of exhilarating first-person shooters, Shadow Warrior 3 is a must-play. This latest installment in the series offers a throwback to old-school shooters with a fun and outrageous story, over-the-top action, and an irreverent tone. The game allows you to transition seamlessly between using various weapons and a powerful katana to slash through enemies. With its short gameplay, you can easily complete Shadow Warrior 3: Definitive Edition on PC, Xbox One, or Xbox Series X/S before it exits Game Pass next Thursday. It is also available on PlayStation 4 and PS5.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
Dead by Daylight inspired many iconic horror franchises to develop their own asymmetrical multiplayer games, and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre from Sumo Digital and Gun Interactive stands out as one of the best. This 3v4 multiplayer game offers a thrilling experience where victims attempt to escape stealthily while the family members try to stop them. The tension and faithful adaptation of horror classics make this game a must-play. The PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S versions of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre will be leaving Xbox Game Pass on August 15, but you can still enjoy it on PS4 and PS5.
Airborne Kingdom
Airborne Kingdom is a unique city-builder game that stands out by offering players the chance to build a flying city that travels through the air. The game combines resource collection and interaction with surface kingdoms, delivering a fresh take on the city-building genre. While available on consoles, Airborne Kingdom plays best on PC with a keyboard and mouse. You can experience this game across PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S through Xbox Game Pass, and it’s also available on PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch.
