Microsoft has confirmed the first wave of titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in September 2025, spotlighting Team Cherry's eagerly awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong as the standout release. Subscribers to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass will be able to access the game on launch day, September 4, at no additional cost. The lineup opens today, September 2, with I Am Your Beast, a shortform covert revenge thriller FPS available across Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S on all Game Pass tiers. This title plunges players into a tense pursuit through North American wilderness as they evade and outsmart militarized hunters. On September 3, Nine Sols arrives on Game Pass Standard for Xbox Series X|S. This hand-drawn, 2D action-platformer inspired by Sekiro offers players a rich lore-driven experience set in an Asia-inspired fantasy world. The centerpiece, Hollow Knight: Silksong, launches on September 4 for Cloud, Console, and PC. As the sequel to the critically acclaimed Hollow Knight, this Metroidvania follows Hornet, the princess-protector, in a sprawling, haunted kingdom ruled by silk and song. The game has generated considerable excitement with its $20 price point for non-subscribers, but Game Pass subscribers will benefit from day-one access. Joining Silksong on September 4 is Cataclismo on PC, a real-time strategy title focusing on fortress building and defense against endless horror hordes. Family-friendly content follows on September 10 with PAW Patrol World, a 3D action adventure game featuring cooperative play and missions inspired by the popular children’s cartoon, available across Cloud, Console, and PC for all Game Pass tiers. Rounding out Wave 1 on September 16 is RoadCraft, a simulator focused on reconstruction after natural disasters. Players operate authentic construction vehicles to repair roads and infrastructure in expansive physics-driven environments. Adding to the excitement, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’s DLC, The Order of Giants, launches September 4, offering Game Pass members a 10% discount on the digital premium upgrade. An EA Play Early Access Trial for EA Sports NHL 26 also begins on September 5, enabling Game Pass Ultimate subscribers to play up to ten hours before purchase. September also marks the departure of some titles from Game Pass on the 15th, including All You Need Is Help, Wargroove 2, and We Love Katamari Reroll+ Royal Reverie. Subscribers can take advantage of discounted purchase options to retain these games. This first wave of Game Pass additions reflects Microsoft's commitment to delivering a diverse gaming portfolio that appeals to a broad audience—from hardcore Metroidvania enthusiasts to families and simulation fans. The inclusion of Hollow Knight: Silksong on Game Pass at launch underlines the increasing trend of major game releases partnering with subscription services to maximize accessibility and engagement. Overall, the September 2025 Xbox Game Pass Wave 1 lineup promises a dynamic mix of genres and new experiences, underscoring Game Pass’s continued role as a key player in console gaming and digital distribution worldwide.