Microsoft has unveiled the first wave of Xbox Game Pass additions for July 2025, featuring Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, the return of High On Life, and several other exciting titles.
As detailed in an Xbox Wire announcement, available immediately on July 1 are Little Nightmares 2 (Cloud, Console, and PC) and the reinstatement of Rise of the Tomb Raider (Cloud, Console, and PC), both accessible across Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard subscriptions.
The lineup continues with Legend of Mana (Console) and Trials of Mana (Console) joining Game Pass Standard on July 2, followed by Ultimate Chicken Horse (Cloud, Console, and PC) arriving on July 3 for Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Standard members.
Cyberpunk action RPG The Ascent (Cloud, Console, and PC) makes its return on July 8 through all Game Pass tiers, while charming city-builder Minami Lane (Cloud, Console, and PC) debuts on July 9 for Ultimate and PC subscribers.
The month's biggest release comes July 11 when Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 (Cloud, Console, and PC) launches day one for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members. Subscribers can access the game three days early starting July 8, including exclusive bonus content like the Doom Slayer and The Revenant playable skaters through the Deluxe Edition Upgrade.
July 15 marks the much-anticipated return of High On Life (Cloud, Console, and PC) to all Game Pass tiers. The critically acclaimed comedy shooter, which became a surprise hit in 2022, is making a comeback ahead of its planned sequel.
Microsoft continues its partnership with Antstream Arcade, bringing classic Activision titles from the 80s and 90s to Game Pass members through the Retro Classics collection. This month's additions include:
Several games will be leaving the service on July 15, with members eligible for a 20% discount to purchase them permanently:
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