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Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+ 2, The Planet Crafter, Palworld 1.0, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout July, including the full release of Palworld 1.0, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2, and Gears of War: Reloaded. The service will also feature updates for games like Wuthering Waves and League of Legends, while several titles are scheduled to leave the library on July 15.
Undead Labs Reportedly Won't Be Required to Bring State of Decay 3 to Xbox Game Pass After Microsoft Sale
Undead Labs may not be required to launch State of Decay 3 on Xbox Game Pass following its acquisition by Microsoft. The studio is continuing development on the zombie survival sequel.
Xbox Game Pass Is Removing A Lot Of Games Very Soon
Microsoft is removing 11 titles from Xbox Game Pass on July 15, including EA Sports FC 24, Stellaris, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Subscribers can purchase these games at a 20% discount before they are removed. This is expected to be the first of two sets of removals for July, with Halo: Campaign Evolved being a notable addition later in the month.
Microsoft Is Reminding Xbox Game Pass Members That They'll Have to Buy Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 if They Want to Play Day One
Microsoft is informing Xbox Game Pass subscribers that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will not be included in the service at launch. Players who wish to play the game on day one will need to purchase it separately.
12 Games Like Baldur's Gate 3 (Organized by What You Actually Loved) | TAG
This guide recommends games similar to Baldur's Gate 3, organized by what players enjoyed most, such as companions, tactical combat, or co-op. It highlights titles like Disco Elysium for narrative fans, Divinity: Original Sin 2 for tactical depth and co-op, and It Takes Two for pure cooperative experiences. Larian Studios is confirmed to be working on a new Divinity game, with a Baldur's Gate 3 TV series also in development.
Game Pass Adds A Fan Favourite As Eight Games Prepare To Leave
Xbox Game Pass is adding RV There Yet? and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 to its library across various tiers, including PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. However, eight games, including Rise of the Tomb Raider and Slay the Spire, will be removed from the service on June 30th.
These Are The XBOX Game Pass Games Everyone’s Playing Right Now
Xbox Game Pass offers a diverse library of popular games across various genres, including racing, horror, survival, and RPGs. Titles like Forza Horizon 6, Escape The Backrooms, Mixtape, Subnautica 2, and Echo Generation 2 are highlighted as current player favorites. The service's flexibility allows players to switch between different experiences on Xbox, PC, and via cloud gaming, making it an appealing option for discovering new games.
Tears of Metal Hits PC Early Access on July 22
Tears of Metal, a medieval co-op roguelike hack-and-slash game, will launch into Early Access on July 22 for PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store, with Xbox Game Pass also included. Developer Paper Cult announced that an Xbox console version is planned for release before the end of 2026. The Early Access version will feature three acts, three playable heroes, and various upgrade systems, with more content planned for future updates.
Take A Deep Dive With A New Game Pass Addition This Week
Abyssus, a cooperative roguelite first-person shooter, is the latest addition to Xbox Game Pass on June 25th, available on cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game features a 'brinepunk' aesthetic, procedurally generated levels, and supports up to four players in its underwater setting. This marks a quiet week for Game Pass additions, with more titles like RV There Yet? and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 expected later in the summer.
After Years of Live-Service Chasing, Single-Player Games Are Winning Again
The article discusses the shift in the gaming industry from a strong focus on live-service games back towards single-player experiences. While live-service games can be highly lucrative, many publishers struggled to implement them successfully, leading to a resurgence in demand for complete, finished single-player titles. This trend is evident in recent showcases from Sony and Xbox, which highlight promising single-player games as key platform definers.
Why These Two Very Different Games Are Getting Rave Reviews And Attention Right Now
Mixtape and Subnautica 2 are receiving significant attention and positive reviews for their distinct approaches to gaming. Mixtape, from Beethoven & Dinosaur, offers a narrative-driven indie experience focused on music and memory, while Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 expands the survival and exploration formula in its Game Preview phase. Both titles are available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate across Xbox Series X|S and PC, highlighting the current diversity in the gaming landscape.
Call of Duty: Vanguard Releases on Xbox Game Pass
Call of Duty: Vanguard is now available on Xbox Game Pass for Cloud, Console, and PC, starting June 17, 2026. The addition includes the full campaign, over 20 multiplayer maps, and the Zombies co-op mode. This move by Microsoft follows their acquisition of Activision Blizzard, expanding the Game Pass library with older Call of Duty titles.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
Xbox Game Pass will be adding EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination to its service. The article also touches on broader industry trends like subscriptions, cloud gaming, and game streaming.
Xbox Game Pass additions for late June include EA Sports FC 26 and RV There Yet?
Xbox Game Pass will be adding EA Sports FC 26 and RV There Yet? to its library in late June. These titles join the growing list of games available through Microsoft's subscription service.
Multi-million-copy-selling open world terraforming game, The Planet Crafter, lands on PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X|S on July 21st
The open-world terraforming game The Planet Crafter will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on July 21st, 2026, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one. The game has sold over 2 million copies on PC and features survival and world-building gameplay where players transform a barren planet into a habitable ecosystem. The console release will support up to 8-player online co-op.
Xbox Game Pass lineup for late June 2026 announced
Microsoft has revealed the upcoming games for Xbox Game Pass in late June 2026, including day-one releases like Junkster and Abyssus. Notable additions include Call of Duty: Vanguard, EA Sports FC 26, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several titles are also departing the service at the end of June.
Make My MMO: Camelot’s early access, Loftia’s beta, Solarpunk’s launch
Several crowdfunded MMOs have seen recent developments, including Camelot Unchained's early access launch, Loftia's upcoming beta, and Solarpunk's official launch. Other titles like AQ Worlds Infinity, Stars Reach, and My Time at Evershine have also provided updates on their development progress and release windows.
Betawatch: EverQuest Legends sets a launch date, Bellwright sells a million copies
EverQuest Legends is set to launch on July 28th, with preorders opening next week. Meanwhile, Donkey Crew's medieval survival game Bellwright has surpassed one million copies sold on Steam and is releasing on consoles. The article also mentions several other games entering early access or testing phases.
How Game Pass Culture Is Changing the Way Players Discover Low-Risk Digital Rewards
Subscription services like Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus are fundamentally changing how players discover and engage with video games. This shift from traditional purchasing to subscription models has reduced financial risk, encouraging experimentation with new mechanics, genres, and digital rewards. As a result, players are more willing to try a wider variety of titles, and developers must focus on strong initial hooks and consistent engagement to retain their attention in this evolving landscape.
Bad Magpie Revealed, Bringing Chaotic Bird Mischief to Xbox and PC
Milktooth has revealed Bad Magpie, a narrative adventure game featuring a one-winged magpie with a penchant for shiny objects and a mysterious obsession with a fallen star. The game will feature chaotic puzzle design with multiple solutions and a non-linear open world. Bad Magpie is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass, Xbox on PC, and Steam.
