Xbox Wire
Xbox Release Highlights for September 21–25, 2026: Dune, CONTROL, and FC 27
Xbox Wire has published its official schedule for games arriving on Xbox consoles and PC from September 21 through September 25, 2026. Dune: Awakening leads the September 22 lineup with Game Pass access, meaning subscribers can use the service’s catalog instead of buying the game separately while it remains available there. CONTROL Resonant follows on September 24 with the Xbox Play Anywhere label; Xbox defines that program as access to a supported digital game on Xbox, Windows PC, and supported handhelds at no additional cost, with saves and achievements carrying across devices. EA Sports FC 27 arrives on September 25. The list also includes Gunstoppable, VORON: Raven’s Story, and BIRDCAGE. Release dates can change, and subscription availability or pricing may vary by region, so players should confirm the relevant store page before buying or downloading.
Quick answer
- Dune: Awakening is listed for September 22 with Game Pass and Series X|S optimization.
- CONTROL Resonant is listed for September 24 with Xbox Play Anywhere and Series X|S optimization.
- EA Sports FC 27 is listed for September 25, alongside several independent releases.
- Xbox notes that release dates are subject to change.
Why it matters
The schedule gives players a practical single-week view instead of scattered announcements. Game Pass provides access through the subscription catalog while a game remains available, whereas Play Anywhere links a supported digital purchase across Xbox, Windows PC, and supported handhelds with shared saves and achievements at no extra cost. Neither label guarantees identical availability or pricing in every region.
Original source: Xbox Wire