Microsoft has officially unveiled Wave 1 of the Xbox Game Pass July 2025 lineup, bringing a mix of fan-favorite returns, nostalgic throwbacks, and exciting new additions—all designed to keep subscribers fully immersed this summer. Whether you're into action, platformers, or skating legends, there’s something for everyone.
New Games Arriving in Xbox Game Pass – July 2025 (Wave 1)
Starting off strong on July 1, Little Nightmares 2 joins Game Pass across all platforms—Cloud, Console, and PC—available to Ultimate, Standard, and PC Game Pass members. Also arriving the same day: the acclaimed Rise of the Tomb Raider, returning to Game Pass with full cross-platform support.
On July 2, two beloved RPGs make their way to Game Pass Standard: Legend of Mana and Trials of Mana—both available exclusively on Console at launch.
Up next on July 3: Ultimate Chicken Horse lands on Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard. This chaotic platform-builder is perfect for co-op fun or competitive showdowns.
Fast forward to July 8, and cyberpunk action RPG The Ascent rejoins Game Pass across Cloud, Console, and PC for all tiers. Also on this date, Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members get early access—up to three days before release—to Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, including playable skaters like Doom Slayer and The Revenant, plus the Deluxe Edition Upgrade.
Then on July 9, narrative-driven adventure Minami Lane debuts on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass across all platforms.
The highlight of the month drops on July 11: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 officially launches day-one on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, offering smooth skating mechanics, remastered visuals, and classic levels reimagined for modern systems.
And don’t miss the return of High On Life on July 15—this hilarious first-person shooter was a breakout hit when it first hit Game Pass in 2022, and it’s back across Cloud, Console, and PC for Ultimate, Standard, and PC Game Pass members. A sequel is already in development, so now’s the perfect time to jump in.
Retro Classics Update – New Titles Added
Thanks to Microsoft’s ongoing collaboration with Antstream Arcade, retro fans can enjoy a fresh batch of classic Activision titles from the '80s and '90s, including:- Cosmic Commuter
- Heart of China
- Skiing
- Solar Storm
- Subterranea
These retro gems are available now to Game Pass subscribers as part of the Retro Classics collection.
Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass – July 15
A few great titles are set to depart Game Pass on July 15. If you haven’t played them yet, now’s your last chance before they leave Cloud, Console, and PC:- Flock
- Mafia: Definitive Edition
- Magical Delicacy
- Tchia
- The Callisto Protocol
- The Case of the Golden Idol
Stay tuned for Wave 2 later in July—and keep your controllers charged. [ttpp]
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