Avatar and Pirate Yakuza Lead an Impressive February Lineup for Xbox Game Pass

Xbox Game Pass kicked off the year strong with exciting additions like Resident Evil Village and Death Stranding: Director’s Cut in January. The momentum continues into February, bringing a mix of AAA titles and hidden gems to the service, including Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza, and Relooted.

From the creators of The Division and Star Wars Outlaws, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora immerses players in Ubisoft’s expansive open-world experience set in the realm of the Na’vi. The game has garnered mixed reviews, with some critics describing it as “more or less a Na’vi cultural immersion program with lackluster political cosplay and the conversational mouthfeel of a Ted Lasso episode.” Originally designed as a first-person action-adventure, it now offers a third-person perspective, which the developers believe enhances the gameplay. Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will be available on Game Pass starting February 17.

Today marks the arrival of the Yakuza series’ latest escapade, Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, on Xbox Game Pass. This title follows the amnesiac Goro Majima as he embarks on pirate-themed adventures across Hawaii, featuring naval battles and treasure hunts. Critics have praised it, noting, “There is so much to love in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. It is so much more than a silly diversion to tide fans over between mainline entries.” The game is filled with activities, ensuring there’s a minigame for everyone.

Here’s a look at what’s coming to Game Pass in the next couple of weeks:

In terms of departures, only one title is set to leave soon: Madden NFL 24 will exit Game Pass on February 15. However, fans of football simulations can look forward to Madden NFL 26 launching this week.