Xbox Game Pass July 2025 Lineup: New Games Revealed

▼ Summary
– Microsoft announced Wave 1 of the Xbox Game Pass July 2025 lineup, including Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 and High On Life’s return.
– Games added on July 1 include Little Nightmares 2 and Rise of the Tomb Raider across multiple Game Pass tiers.
– Legend of Mana, Trials of Mana, and Ultimate Chicken Horse join Game Pass on July 2 and 3, respectively.
– Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 launches on July 11 with early access starting July 8, featuring exclusive content.
– Several games, including Flock and Mafia Definitive Edition, will leave Game Pass on July 15, with a 20% discount for members to keep them.
Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass kicks off July 2025 with an exciting mix of returning favorites and fresh arrivals, giving subscribers plenty to look forward to. The lineup blends nostalgic classics with modern hits, ensuring there’s something for every type of gamer.
Leading the charge is Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, making its debut on July 11 as a day-one release for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members. Early access begins July 8, featuring exclusive content like the Doom Slayer and The Revenant as playable skaters for those who upgrade to the Deluxe Edition.
Fans of dark, atmospheric adventures can dive into Little Nightmares 2, available immediately across Cloud, Console, and PC. Meanwhile, Rise of the Tomb Raider makes a triumphant return, offering another chance to explore Lara Croft’s gripping journey.
The first week also brings Legend of Mana and Trials of Mana to Game Pass Standard on July 2, followed by the chaotic multiplayer fun of Ultimate Chicken Horse the next day. The Ascent, a visually stunning cyberpunk RPG, rejoins the catalog on July 8, while the charming Minami Lane arrives on July 9 for Ultimate and PC subscribers.
One of the month’s standout comebacks is High On Life, the offbeat first-person shooter that became a fan favorite in 2022. It returns on July 15, just in time for players to revisit its bizarre humor before its upcoming sequel.
For retro enthusiasts, Microsoft’s partnership with Antstream Arcade delivers a fresh batch of Activision classics from the 80s and 90s, including:
- Cosmic Commuter
- Heart of China
- Skiing
- Solar Storm
- Subterranea
As with every update, several titles will exit the service on July 15. Subscribers can grab them at a 20% discount to keep permanently. The departing games include:
- Flock
- Mafia Definitive Edition
- Magical Delicacy
- Tchia
- The Callisto Protocol
- The Case of the Golden Idol
With this diverse selection, Xbox Game Pass continues to deliver exceptional value, blending nostalgia, innovation, and variety for its growing community. Whether revisiting old favorites or discovering new ones, players have plenty to enjoy this July.
(Source: IGN)