Is Valor Mortis on Game Pass day one? Yes: Oct 13 on Ultimate and PC Game Pass, cloud and console.
Valor Mortis Game Pass: Day-One Access Explained
Yes, Valor Mortis is on Game Pass day one. Microsoft confirmed the first-person soulslike as an October 13, 2026 day-one addition in its October Wave 1 announcement, with access through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass across cloud, Xbox Series consoles, handheld, and PC. As of 2026-10-10, three days before launch, Xbox and PC players covered by those tiers do not need to buy the game to play at launch.
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Which Game Pass Tiers Include Valor Mortis?
The October Wave 1 announcement, published October 7, 2026 on Xbox Wire, lists Valor Mortis as a day-one release on two tiers: Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
| Tier | Valor Mortis day one? | Status as of 2026-10-10 |
|---|---|---|
| Game Pass Ultimate | Yes | Confirmed in Wave 1 lineup |
| PC Game Pass | Yes | Confirmed in Wave 1 lineup |
| Game Pass Premium | Not listed | Not confirmed for this title |
| Game Pass Core / Standard entry tiers | Not listed | Not confirmed for this title |
A few things to note. Tier names and lineups shift over time, so check the Xbox app on the day if your subscription is an older or renamed tier. Some Wave 1 titles do list Game Pass Premium, but Valor Mortis is not among them in the coverage confirmed so far, so Premium members should not assume access.
Open the Xbox app or your Microsoft account subscriptions page and confirm you hold Ultimate or PC Game Pass. If you are on any other tier, you will need to upgrade or buy the game separately to play on October 13.
What Devices Can You Play Valor Mortis On With Game Pass?
The Wave 1 listing tags Valor Mortis for four device categories: Cloud, Xbox Series, Handheld, and PC. In practice that means the following routes into the game on day one for qualifying subscribers.
| Route | What you need | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox Series X|S console | Game Pass Ultimate, console install | Native console version; Performance Mode targets 60 FPS on both machines based on pre-release developer footage |
| PC (Xbox app / Store) | Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass | Native PC version alongside the Steam release |
| Cloud streaming | Game Pass Ultimate, compatible browser or device | No download; stream quality depends on your connection |
| Handheld | Game Pass Ultimate, compatible handheld | Listed in the Wave 1 tags; exact handheld specifics not yet detailed |
One caveat: treat the list above as what Microsoft has announced, not as a tested compatibility chart. Streaming and handheld behavior can only be verified once the game is live, and we will update this page after launch if anything differs.
If you are deciding between console and PC, the pre-release performance picture may help. Developer One More Level has shown Quality and Performance modes targeting dynamic 4K at 30 and 60 FPS respectively on base PS5 and Xbox Series X, with a 60 FPS Performance Mode also planned for Series S, as reported by TwistedVoxel. Our console performance breakdown collects everything confirmed so far.
Is It the Full Game or a Timed Trial?
On Game Pass, it is the full game. Polygon reports that Game Pass subscribers gain full access on launch day, and Gamereactor describes the arrangement as the full game on Xbox Game Pass. That makes Game Pass the only subscription route that delivers the complete Valor Mortis at launch.
This is worth spelling out because the PlayStation side is easy to confuse with it. Valor Mortis is not entering the PS Plus game library. What PS5 players get is a 90-minute PS Plus Premium trial: a timed sample, not a full-game grant. Some outlets have worded the PS Plus side loosely enough to read like full access, which contradicts the trial reporting, so treat any claim of a free full game on PS Plus with skepticism.
| Subscription | What you get at launch | Source basis |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox Game Pass (Ultimate / PC) | Full game, day one, October 13 | Xbox Wire Wave 1; Polygon; Gamereactor |
| PS Plus Premium | 90-minute timed trial | Polygon; Gamereactor; ScreenRant coverage |
| PS Plus Essential / Extra | Nothing announced | No full-game grant confirmed |
Progress carry-over from the PS Plus trial into a purchased copy has not been confirmed as of 2026-10-10. Game Pass progress lives with your Xbox profile saves like any other Game Pass title, so there is no trial-to-full-game handoff to worry about on the Xbox side.
Game Pass vs Buying: Which Should You Pick?
Valor Mortis carries a budget-friendly price tag, so the math is closer than for full-price releases. The store-listed standard price is $39.99, with a Deluxe edition at $59.99 bundling weapon skin packs and a major story DLC expansion slated for 2027. Our price and editions guide breaks down both versions.
| Option | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Play on Game Pass day one | Existing Ultimate / PC Game Pass subscription | Subscribers who want zero extra spend at launch |
| Buy Standard ($39.99) | $39.99 one-time | Players who want to own it outright, including PS5 and Steam players outside Game Pass |
| Buy Deluxe ($59.99) | $59.99 one-time | Players who want the skin packs plus the 2027 story DLC up front |
A few considerations. Digital pre-orders have not been offered, so launch-day buying remains open to everyone. Game Pass titles rotate over time, and no exit date has been announced, so subscribers who expect to play months from now, or who want the Deluxe DLC bundle, may still prefer to buy. Conversely, anyone on the fence about a first-person soulslike from the team behind Ghostrunner gets a risk-free entry on day one through Game Pass.
For background on the game itself, our complete Valor Mortis guide covers what kind of game it is and who makes it, while the release date page tracks when each platform goes live.
What to Do Before October 13
Three days out, three facts matter. First, the Steam demo that ran earlier this year is no longer available, so there is no free PC sample to bridge the wait; our demo guide explains what the demo contained. Second, exact unlock times vary by platform and storefront, and media conversions of the official release-times map disagree with each other, so go by your store countdown on the day. Third, keep an eye on storage: console installs for modern soulslikes are sizable, so clearing space ahead of a day-one Game Pass download avoids launch-night frustration.
Two outlets convert the official launch timing differently, and the only authoritative reference is the release-times map Microsoft and the developers published. Use your Xbox, Steam, or PlayStation store countdown as the final word.
FAQ
Is Valor Mortis coming to Game Pass? Yes. It was announced for Game Pass in the October Wave 1 lineup and launches into the service on October 13, 2026, the same day the game releases.
Is Valor Mortis on Game Pass day one? Yes. It is a day-one Game Pass release, confirmed so far for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, playable via cloud, Xbox Series consoles, handheld, and PC.
Is Valor Mortis on PC Game Pass or only console? Both. The Wave 1 listing covers PC alongside Xbox Series, cloud, and handheld, and PC Game Pass is one of the two qualifying tiers.
Is Valor Mortis free on Game Pass? It is included with an active Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass subscription at no extra charge. It is not free-to-play; you need a qualifying subscription or a purchased copy.
Is Valor Mortis on PS Plus too? Not as a full game. PS5 players get a 90-minute PS Plus Premium trial at launch, which is a timed sample, not a library addition. See our PS Plus trial explainer for the full distinction.
How long will Valor Mortis stay on Game Pass? Not yet confirmed. No exit date has been announced as of 2026-10-10. Game Pass titles rotate over time, so buyers who want permanent access should consider the $39.99 standard edition.
Do I need anything extra for online play? No. Ultimate already includes online access, and Valor Mortis is single-player, so there is no multiplayer subscription requirement.
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