The short answer
Beast of Reincarnation launches into Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on day one — August 4, 2026. The official Xbox Wire overview confirms access on Xbox console, PC and Xbox Cloud. Xbox Play Anywhere is also supported for purchased copies.
Which Game Pass tier do you need?
The official platform information names Game Pass Ultimate for day-one console, PC and cloud access. Other plan catalogs can vary by device and region, so verify the badge shown in your Xbox app before subscribing:
| Tier | Beast of Reincarnation at launch? |
|---|---|
| Game Pass Ultimate | ✅ Yes — console, PC and cloud (where supported) |
| PC Game Pass | ✅ Yes — confirmed day one in Xbox's July Game Pass wave announcement |
| Other plans (Standard/Core) | Check the title badge in the Xbox app; availability varies by device and region |
Game Pass vs buying: which makes sense?
- Play through Game Pass if you mainly want to experience the ~40-hour campaign once. A single month of Ultimate costs a fraction of the $59.99 sticker price.
- Buy it if you want permanent access, plan a completionist run across months, or want the Deluxe Edition extras. Note that Deluxe content and pre-order bonuses are not included in the Game Pass version — cosmetic DLC is typically sold separately to subscribers.
- Hybrid option: Game Pass members usually get a discount on buying the game outright, so you can trial it on subscription and buy if it clicks.
How to preinstall on Game Pass
- Open the Xbox app (PC) or the Game Pass section of your console dashboard.
- Search "Beast of Reincarnation" or find it under Coming soon.
- Select Preinstall (if the button shows before launch) so the game is ready the second it unlocks — see our exact unlock times.
Common Game Pass questions
Is it on PS Plus too?
No. There is no PlayStation Plus catalog deal — on PS5 it's a standard $59.99 purchase.
Can I play it on cloud?
Yes. Game Freak's official Xbox Wire overview lists Xbox Cloud alongside console and PC for Game Pass Ultimate on day one, subject to regional cloud availability.
Does Game Pass include the pre-order bonus?
No — pre-order bonuses attach to purchases. See the editions guide for what each version includes.
Is it Xbox Play Anywhere?
Yes — confirmed on the official Xbox page: buy it once and play on both Xbox console and PC at no additional cost, with your progress in one ecosystem. Combined with the "handheld optimized" badge, the Xbox-ecosystem version is unusually flexible.
Will my save carry over if I buy the game later?
Buying the same platform version keeps your saves. With Play Anywhere confirmed, Xbox-ecosystem saves roam between console and PC — details in the cross-save guide.
Sources
- Xbox.com — official game page ("Play day one with Game Pass", Xbox Play Anywhere, handheld optimized, Windows 10/11; checked Aug 2, 2026)
- Xbox Wire — Game Freak developer overview (Game Pass Ultimate on console, PC and Xbox Cloud)
- Steam — store page (prices)
- Xbox Wire — Game Pass July wave 2 (PC Game Pass day-one)
- Xbox Wire — Developer_Direct deep dive by director Kota Furushima (difficulty modes, parry system, Nushi, Spirit Stones/katanas/Charms; Jan 22, 2026)