Xbox Has Two More First-Party Releases In 2026, And They Could Be The Most Lucrative
Xbox has two additional first-party games launching before the end of 2026 that could potentially outperform the company’s major franchise releases this year: Forza Horizon 6, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Gears of War: E-Day. As Xbox celebrates its 25th anniversary, these three games have dominated first-party discussions, with all three being foundational franchises to the platform’s historical success.
However, two forthcoming titles represent significant commercial opportunities for the company. One of these games is PC-only, reflecting Xbox’s continued investment in expanding beyond traditional console hardware. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare has been identified as one of the two upcoming releases, joining Xbox’s portfolio following Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
The positioning of these games as potentially more lucrative than Forza, Halo, and Gears demonstrates Xbox’s strategic reliance on blockbuster franchises with broad market appeal. The inclusion of a PC-exclusive title underscores the company’s multi-platform approach to maximizing revenue from its expanded publishing portfolio.