September's Grand Finale: Game Pass Dishes Out CoD, Hades, and... Peppa Pig?!
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Xbox Game Pass closes out September 2025 with a diverse lineup, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Frostpunk 2, and the original Hades (sparking intrigue about its sequel), alongside indie gems and even Peppa Pig, as reported by Game Rant.
Right then, gather 'round, mates. After a truly stacked August and a cracking start to September that saw everything from BioWare's latest to the day-one arrival of bloody *Hollow Knight: Silksong*, you might be wondering what wizardry Xbox Game Pass had left in its spellbook. Well, the digital tea leaves have been read, and **Game Rant**, ever the diligent purveyors of gaming news, has clued us in on the final wave of titles hitting the service before September bows out. And fair warning: it's a wonderfully chaotic mix.
First off, let's cast our minds back. August was an absolute banger, wasn't it? *Assassin's Creed Mirage*, *Persona 4 Golden*, *Dragon Age: The Veilguard*, and a *Gears of War: Reloaded* remaster – that's a lineup that could make even the most jaded gamer crack a smile. Then, early September kicked off with a bang-bang-bang of indie goodness: the stylish FPS *I Am Your Beast*, the highly celebrated action platformer *Nine Sols*, and of course, the grand unveiling of *Hollow Knight: Silksong*. Talk about setting a high bar, eh? It was like someone cast a 'Summon All The Good Games' spell and forgot to turn it off.
So, what's left for the rest of September 2025, you ask? According to Game Rant's recent dispatch, we're talking about thirteen more titles dropping between now and the end of the month. And honestly, it's a bit like opening a loot box and getting a legendary, an epic, a couple of rares, and then a common item that's surprisingly endearing.
The headliner, the big ol' dragon in the room, is undoubtedly **Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3**. Yes, the 2023 iteration. Now, I know what some of you are thinking: 'Finally!' or 'About time!' It's always interesting to see these massive annual titans eventually make their way to subscription services. What's particularly noteworthy, though, is that both this and *Modern Warfare 2* were recently decoupled from that rather clunky 'Call of Duty HQ' system. A move that, dare I say, actually makes it easier for players to manage their downloads? Bloody hell, sometimes the big studios *do* listen. This means less digital faffing about and more shooting virtual bad guys, which, let's be honest, is what most of us are after.
But wait, there's more! For those of us who appreciate a good indie deep dive, we've got **Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor** arriving on September 17th, same day as CoD. Now, I wasn't big on the co-op original (my personal quest for solo adventure often leads me astray), but a single-player follow-up? That's genuinely intriguing. It’s like discovering your favourite pub now does a brilliant solo board game night – same vibe, different approach. Then there's **For the King 2** on the same day, a co-op RPG that promises more tactical tabletop-inspired adventuring. And for those who like their strategy a bit chillier, **Frostpunk 2** drops on September 18th, ready to test your leadership skills against the biting cold of a post-apocalyptic world. My fingers are already tingling just thinking about the difficult decisions.
Now, here's where things get really fascinating, a truly Jeff-esque 'hmm, what's going on here?' moment: the original **Hades** is making an appearance on September 19th. Which is brilliant, don't get me wrong – a bona fide roguelike masterpiece. But here's the kicker: its much-anticipated sequel, *Hades 2*, has been in Early Access for ages, and its 1.0 release was just confirmed as a Nintendo Switch exclusive for September 25th. So, Xbox gamers get the original now, while the shiny new 1.0 sequel goes elsewhere this month. It makes you wonder, doesn't it? Is this Game Pass addition a subtle hint that the Xbox version of *Hades 2* might be lurking in the shadows, perhaps before the end of 2025? Or is it just a classic 'hey, enjoy the original while you wait... indefinitely' move? My wizardly intuition says there's a connection, a little digital breadcrumb trail for us to follow.
Beyond the big hitters and intriguing curios, the rest of the lineup offers a delightful potpourri of experiences. We've got **Visions of Mana** from Square Enix, a proper fantasy RPG for those who crave a grand adventure, arriving on September 25th. And if you're into something a bit more, well, wobbly, **Wobbly Life** hits on September 18th – pure, unadulterated, physics-based sandbox silliness. Then there are a couple of 'Game Preview' titles: **Overthrown** (September 17th) and **Endless Legend 2** (September 22nd), which always pique my curiosity. It's like peeking behind the curtain to see a game still taking shape, full of potential (and perhaps a few delightful bugs).
And for the truly unexpected, the 'what happens if we just throw this in?' addition? We've got **Peppa Pig: World Adventures** on September 25th. Yes, that Peppa Pig. Because who *doesn't* want to stomp through muddy puddles with a pig on their console? It's a reminder that Game Pass caters to *everyone*, from the hardened space miner to the youngest aspiring adventurer. Capping it all off is the classic **Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light** on September 30th – a fantastic co-op adventure that still holds up beautifully.
All in all, while this second wave of September might not have the same initial 'BOOM!' as *Silksong*'s day-one arrival, it's undeniably strong in its sheer variety and intriguing additions. Game Pass continues its quest to be the digital equivalent of a bottomless bag of holding, always pulling out something new and often surprising. And if Game Rant's teases for October are anything to go by (think Double Fine's *Keeper*, Obsidian's *The Outer Worlds* sequel, and *Ninja Gaiden 4*), this autumn is shaping up to be a veritable feast. Bloody brilliant, I reckon. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to speculate wildly about *Hades 2*.
Tags: Xbox Game Pass, Gaming News, Indie Games, Subscription Services, Call of Duty
Original article: Game Rant