Xbox Game Pass: Highly Appreciated New Game Available Now
Bruno Pferd 
Key Takeaways
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- Exciting New Releases: Subscribers can expect several new games in August 2025, including Citizen Sleeper 2, MechWarrior 5: Clans, Orcs Must Die Deathtrap, Assassins Creed Mirage, Aliens: Fireteam Elite, and a highly praised Early Access title.
- Strategists Delight: Strategy enthusiasts should mark August 14, 2025, for the launch of 9 Kings on Xbox Game Pass. This roguelite card-based strategy game has received over 10,000 Very Positive reviews since its Early Access debut.
- Versatile Gameplay: 9 Kings combines elements from various genres, offering strategy and empire management, roguelite elements, deck-building mechanics, and large-scale battles, all presented in a classic pixel art style.
- Accessible Through Xbox Game Pass: Although still in Early Access, 9 Kings is now available to subscribers with an Ultimate or PC membership through Xbox Game Pass, exclusively on PC. The game already provides a robust and comprehensive experience, offering numerous strategies to build an unbeatable empire.
New Games on Xbox Game Pass in August 2025: Citizen Sleeper 2, MechWarrior 5: Clans, Orcs Must Die Deathtrap, Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Aliens: Fireteam Elite, and an Early Access Title Gaining Praise
For the latter half of August 2025, Xbox Game Pass subscribers can anticipate several exciting additions. Confirmed titles include Citizen Sleeper 2, MechWarrior 5: Clans, Orcs Must Die Deathtrap, Assassin’s Creed Mirage, and Aliens: Fireteam Elite. Adding to this lineup is a highly anticipated new title, currently in Early Access, which has already garnered significant praise.
Strategy Enthusiasts, Don’t Miss Out on 9 Kings – Launching August 14 on Xbox Game Pass
Strategy enthusiasts who enjoy roguelites and card-based gameplay should mark their calendars for August 14, 2025, when 9 Kings launches on Xbox Game Pass. This title has already garnered significant acclaim since its Early Access debut on May 23, 2024. Developed by Sad Socket and published by Hooded Horseinstinct3, 9 Kings boasts over 10,000 “Very Positive” user reviews on Steam. The game’s appeal lies in its intriguing fusion of popular genres. It combines strategy and empire management with roguelite elements, deck-building mechanics, and large-scale battles, all presented in a classic pixel art style. If you missed its Early Access period last year, 9 Kings is now accessible through Xbox Game Pass for subscribers with an Ultimate or PC membership, available exclusively on PC. Although still in Early Access, the game already delivers a robust and comprehensive experience, offering numerous strategies to build an unbeatable empire.
In Case You Missed It
Exciting news for all Xbox Game Pass subscribers and gaming enthusiasts out there! Carlos Mendoza has just released a comprehensive guide to the August 2025 lineup on Players For Life (August 5, 2025). From the addition of highly anticipated titles like Rain World and Assassin’s Creed Mirage to the buzz around upcoming Gamescom events, this month is shaping up to be a gamer’s dream. Be sure to check out all the details at Xbox Game Pass: August 2025 Games Unveiled, Including Major Licenses and stay ahead of the curve!
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Official Name | 9 Kings |
| Brief Summary | A fast-paced roguelike kingdom builder. Grow your empire and fight massive battles against powerful rival kings. Break the game with thousands of insane builds to become the King of Kings. |
| Platforms | PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Mac |
| Released | May 23, 2025 |
| Genre | Strategy, Card & Board Game |
| Play Modes | Single player |
| Languages | English, Portuguese (Brazil) |
| Genre | Sad Socket |
| Genre | Hooded Horse, INSTINCT3 |
| Ratings | 77/100 (5 reviews) |
About the Author
Ahmed Hassan 
Carlos Mendoza 
Marcus Thompson 