Xbox Store’s new wishlist filter reveals the top 10 most anticipated upcoming games. GTA 6 dominates, Fable surprises in second, and notable absences like Gears of War: E-Day spark discussion.
Xbox Store’s new wishlist filter has surfaced the 10 most anticipated upcoming games among Xbox players. Added through a recent Xbox Insider update that places the wishlist feature directly on Game Cards, the filter now lets anyone browse which unreleased titles are generating the most demand across Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
The Full Top 10 Most Wishlisted Xbox Games
Based on the Xbox Store’s “most wishlisted” filter for upcoming titles, the current top 10 looks like this:
- Grand Theft Auto VI
- Fable
- Metro 2039
- Halo: Campaign Evolved
- Euro Truck Simulator 2
- Beast of Reincarnation
- State of Decay 3
- Stranger Than Heaven
- Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis
- Minecraft Dungeons 2
The raw store data includes already-released and free-to-play titles like Fortnite and Roblox, but Pure Xbox manually filtered those out to create a clean ranking of unreleased games only. There are caveats: some titles appear with multiple store pages (different editions), which splits their wishlist counts. Halo: Campaign Evolved, for example, could potentially rank second or third if its Standard and Premium Edition pages were combined.
GTA 6 Dominates the Wishlist
Grand Theft Auto VI sits firmly at number one, which surprises no one. Rockstar’s open-world blockbuster launches November 19, 2026, simultaneously on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with no timed exclusivity. There is still no confirmed PC release date, though Rockstar’s history with GTA 5 (which arrived on PC roughly 18 months after consoles) suggests a 2027 or 2028 window. For Xbox players, the key takeaway is simple: day-one access confirmed.
Fable’s Second-Place Finish Is a Win for Xbox
Developed by Playground Games, the Fable reboot lands on February 23, 2027, after being delayed from its original fall 2026 window so it could “have the dedicated moment it deserves,” according to Xbox head Matt Booty. The game will release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with day-one availability on Game Pass. Hayley Atwell has been confirmed in a starring role. Fable claiming the number two spot on the wishlist signals genuine player enthusiasm for Microsoft’s first-party RPG, which is a strong validation of the project’s direction.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Arrives in Weeks
The closest release on this list, Halo: Campaign Evolved launches July 28, 2026, on Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam and Windows Store), and for the first time in franchise history, PlayStation 5. Premium and Collector’s Edition buyers get early access starting July 23. The game includes Operation: METEORITE, a three-mission exclusive adventure. Available day one on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, it ranks fourth here, though its split store listings likely undercount its actual wishlist total.
Euro Truck Simulator 2: The Biggest Surprise
Perhaps the most unexpected entry on the list, Euro Truck Simulator 2 sits at number five. SCS Software announced console versions for Xbox and PlayStation back at Gamescom 2025, and the game already passed one million combined wishlists across both platforms by May 2026. Development is reportedly 90-95% complete, but the developer has been cautious about committing to a firm date. Recent reports suggest early 2027 is realistic for the console launch, with patch 1.61 currently in beta as a critical pre-console update. American Truck Simulator narrowly missed the top 10.
Beast of Reincarnation: Game Freak Goes AAA
Game Freak’s first AAA title outside the Pokémon franchise, Beast of Reincarnation releases August 4, 2026, on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Described as a “one-person, one-dog action RPG,” the game is set in post-apocalyptic Japan and blends real-time katana combat with command-based strategy. It will be available on Game Pass Ultimate from day one. Directed by Kota Furushima, who previously worked on Pokémon battle systems, the game’s sixth-place finish shows Xbox players are hungry for fresh IP beyond the usual franchises.
Where Are Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution?
The most talked-about absence from this list is Gears of War: E-Day, which launches October 6, 2026, as an Xbox console exclusive marking the franchise’s 20th anniversary. Clockwork Revolution, inXile Entertainment’s steampunk RPG, is slated for 2027. Neither title cracked the top 10. Pure Xbox notes that E-Day only became available for wishlisting earlier in June, which likely explains its lower ranking. Clockwork Revolution’s 2027 release window may also limit urgency. Both titles sit just outside the top 10, alongside Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced and Star Wars Zero Company.
The Rest of the List: What You Need to Know
Metro 2039 (#3): 4A Games’ next instalment was first announced in April 2026 and is scheduled for February 2027. Its strong third-place ranking confirms that the Metro franchise commands a dedicated Xbox following, and the Xbox Games Showcase reveal clearly boosted interest.
State of Decay 3 (#7): Undead Labs’ zombie survival sequel is coming in 2027 to Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5. After six years of near-silence, the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 gameplay reveal re-energised the fanbase. The game map will be roughly four times larger than a single State of Decay 2 map, and it launches on Game Pass on day one.
Stranger Than Heaven (#8): From Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (the Like a Dragon/Yakuza team) and published by SEGA, this action title launches January 15, 2027. It spans five eras and five cities, comes to Game Pass on day one, and supports Xbox Play Anywhere.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis (#9): Crystal Dynamics’ next Lara Croft adventure was delayed from 2026 to February 12, 2027, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version also confirmed. It will launch across Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, and Switch 2.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 (#10): The action-adventure sequel is set for September 29, 2026, on Xbox with day-one Game Pass inclusion. It rounds out the top 10 as the Minecraft universe continues to expand beyond its sandbox roots.
What This Wishlist Data Actually Tells Us
This is not a pre-order chart or a sales forecast. Wishlist data reflects player curiosity and intent, not commitment. Still, several patterns are worth noting:
- GTA 6 is platform-agnostic demand: It would top any platform’s wishlist right now.
- Xbox first-party games hold strong: Fable, Halo, State of Decay 3, and Minecraft Dungeons 2 all feature, showing that Game Pass availability does not diminish wishlist activity.
- Simulation games have console momentum: Euro Truck Simulator 2’s fifth-place finish points to an underserved audience on consoles.
- New IP can compete: Beast of Reincarnation (Game Freak) and Stranger Than Heaven (RGG Studio) prove that fresh franchises generate real Xbox demand.
- Store availability matters: Titles that were late to get Xbox Store pages (like Gears of War: E-Day) are at a structural disadvantage in wishlist rankings.
The Xbox Release Calendar Is Stacked
The second half of 2026 is one of the densest release periods Xbox has seen in years. Halo: Campaign Evolved (July 28), Beast of Reincarnation (August 4), Minecraft Dungeons 2 (September 29), Gears of War: E-Day (October 6), and GTA 6 (November 19) create a near-monthly cadence of major launches. Early 2027 then follows with Stranger Than Heaven, Fable, Metro 2039, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and State of Decay 3. For Game Pass subscribers, the value proposition during this window is considerable, with most Xbox first-party titles included from launch day.
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