Best Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (May 8-10 2026)
Xbox Game Pass underwent significant changes last month, combining a price reduction with strategic adjustments to its release strategy. While the subscription service lowered its pricing tier, the company announced that future Call of Duty titles will no longer launch day-and-date on Game Pass—a notable departure from its previous approach.
Despite concerns that the price cut might result in fewer new game additions, May’s Game Pass lineup proves substantial. The month’s releases feature a new Forza title and multiple indie games launching directly on the service. Polygon’s weekend recommendations highlight the diverse offerings, including Mortal Kombat 1, which arrives alongside the theatrical release of Mortal Kombat 2. Additional selections include a noted fighter game, a narrative-driven adventure title, and a cinematic puzzle platformer that is departing the service later this month.
The update reflects Xbox’s balancing act between maintaining affordability for subscribers while managing content acquisition costs, particularly for major franchise titles like Call of Duty.