Is Rune Axe on Xbox Game Pass?
Why Rune Axe is not on Game Pass, and what that costs you
The short version is above. The longer version is worth two minutes, because “not on Game Pass” is not one situation — it is several, and they have different answers.
A title can sit outside the catalogue because its publisher never put it there, because it was in and has since rotated out, or because it is too new. Microsoft publishes a membership list, not a reason, so we will not guess which applies to Rune Axe. What we can tell you is what the list says today, and it does not include it.
That makes buying the practical route, and CA$5.51 is what the Microsoft Store charges in Canada right now. Two things move that number and both are worth checking before you pay. Store prices are set market by market, and the spread is often larger than any sale — the table below ranks every region we track. And if you already subscribe, Game Pass members are frequently offered a discount on Store purchases, applied at checkout rather than shown in the listed price, so the figure here is the ordinary price anyone pays.
The other honest answer is that a subscription may still be the better buy — just not for this game. If you are weighing one purchase against a month of Ultimate, the arithmetic is on our Game Pass prices page, and the catalogue itself is what a subscription would actually get you.
Rune Axe price by region
| Region | Buy price | Discount | ≈ USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| BR · Brazil cheapest | R$16.95 | -15% | $3.14 |
| JP · Japan | ¥493 | -15% | $3.29 |
| IN · India | ₹318 | -15% | $3.83 |
| ZA · South Africa | R72.25 | -15% | $3.91 |
| NO · Norway | 43.35 kr | -15% | $4.01 |
| CA · Canada | CA$5.51 | -15% | $4.05 |
| SE · Sweden | 42.50 kr | -15% | $4.05 |
| AU · Australia | AU$6.33 | -15% | $4.16 |
| MX · Mexico | MX$75.65 | -15% | $4.20 |
| US · United States | $4.24 | -15% | $4.24 |
| AR · Argentina | AR$4,207.50 | -15% | $4.43 |
| GB · United Kingdom | £3.56 | -15% | $4.51 |
| DE · Germany | €4.24 | -15% | $4.61 |
| FR · France | €4.24 | -15% | $4.61 |
| TR · Turkey | ₺153.00 | -15% | $4.64 |
| PL · Poland | 19.54 zł | -15% | $4.89 |
Prices checked Aug 28, 2026 · USD conversions are approximate.
Where to buy Rune Axe
3 trusted storesPrefer to own it instead of streaming on Game Pass? A digital key or region disc can beat the Microsoft Store — and gift cards top up your subscription for less.
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About Rune Axe
- Players
- Single-player
- Released
- Aug 28, 2026
- Achievements
- 11 · 1,000G
After a long journey to defeat the Evil King, the hero arrives too late. The villain has escaped through a mysterious portal. Without hesitation, the hero follows him into the unknown. Rune Axe is a retro-inspired 2D action platformer where you wield a powerful rune axe to battle fierce monsters, collect coins, stars, and magical potions, uncover hidden secrets, and ultimately face the Evil King. Featuring responsive combat, handcrafted levels, vibrant pixel art, and an authentic retro-inspired soundtrack, Rune Axe delivers an exciting adventure inspired by the golden age of classic action platformers. Features • Wield a powerful rune axe in fast-paced action platforming combat. • Explore 30 handcrafted levels filled with monsters and hidden secrets. • Collect coins, stars, and magical potions throughout your adventure. • Face challenging enemies and an epic final battle against the…
FAQ
Is Rune Axe on Xbox Game Pass?
No. Rune Axe is not in the Xbox Game Pass catalogue as we last read it, so a subscription does not include it — you would need to buy it to play. Catalogue line-ups change every month, and this page follows them.
How much does Rune Axe cost to buy?
Rune Axe costs CA$5.51 on the Microsoft Store in Canada if you want to buy and keep it instead of using Game Pass.
Where is Rune Axe cheapest to buy?
The cheapest Microsoft Store region for Rune Axe is Brazil at about $3.14 USD.
Will Rune Axe come to Xbox Game Pass?
We do not know, and neither does anyone outside Microsoft. Titles are added to the catalogue every month with no advance list, and nothing in the data we read predicts it. This page follows the catalogue, so if Rune Axe is added it will say yes here.
Can I play Rune Axe with Game Pass Ultimate?
Not through the catalogue. Ultimate includes the Game Pass library, cloud gaming and EA Play, and Rune Axe is in none of those as we last read them, so buying it is the way to play it. Ultimate can still cut the price — members are often offered a discount on Store purchases, applied at checkout.
