XBOX Game Pass continues to bolster its catalog with a diverse set of additions, updates, and unfortunately, removals, for the month of July 2024. Subscribers can look forward to diving into fresh experiences, enhanced updates to existing titles, and leveraging in-game benefits across various platforms including Cloud, Console, Handheld, XBOX Series X|S, and PC.

The highlight of the month undoubtedly includes the arrival of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 on July 21, a fully remastered collection of two skateboarding legends, alongside The Planet Crafter, promising a chill, cooperative terraforming adventure. Meanwhile, Palworld makes its full 1.0 debut on July 10, enriching its open-world survival and crafting gameplay.

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Between July 6 and July 21, seven new titles are set to enhance the Game Pass experience, catering to a wide range of gaming preferences:

  • Winds of Arcana: Ruination (July 6) - A story-rich, fully voiced 2.5D action Metroidvania.
  • Gears of War: Reloaded (July 9) - A remastered, fully optimized version of the original, including all post-launch content.
  • Tamashika (July 9) - A fast-paced, arcade-style corridor shooter emphasizing flow and precision.
  • Ascend to Zero (July 13) - An action roguelike with time-bending powers set in a devastated world.
  • PBA Pro Bowling 2026 (July 14) - The most realistic bowling simulation with advanced physics and career progression.
  • Quarantine Zone: The Last Check (July 15) - A survival management game where every decision counts in a collapsing city.
  • Mavrix by Matt Jones, FixForce, Fogpiercer, The Planet Crafter, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 (July 16-21) - Diverse titles ranging from open-world multiplayer to sci-fi roguelike deckbuilding.

Palworld 1.0 Breaks Silence on Xbox

Palworld 1.0 marks a significant milestone with its full release on July 10, introducing new locations and characters to its already engaging open-world survival and crafting gameplay. This update is sure to enhance player immersion and provide more depth to the game's world.

Players of Wuthering Waves can look forward to special in-game rewards with the XBOX Game Pass Benefits, including x2 Morphable Echo, x10 Premium Tuner, x30000 Shell Credit, and the exclusive Sigil “Paths and Possibilities” starting July 10.

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Beyond new titles and updates, subscribers also receive in-game perks:

  • League of Legends - Immediate access to play the newest champion, Locke, the Ashen Exorcist, a mid-lane assassin specializing in bursting down enemies.
  • Wuthering Waves - Exclusive rewards for subscribers, enhancing gameplay progression and customization.

This Month’s Xbox Game Pass Purgatory List

As with every month, the rotation of the Game Pass catalog means some titles will leave. By July 15, subscribers will no longer have access to:

  • Dungeons of Hinterberg
  • EA Sports Football Club 24
  • Stellaris
  • Golf With Your Friends
  • Minami Lane
  • Powerwash Simulator
  • Shadow of the Tomb Raider Definitive Edition
  • Splitgate: Arena Reloaded
  • Super Fantasy Kingdom (Game Preview)
  • Techtonica (Game Preview)

Subscribers are advised to purchase these titles at a discount before their departure on July 15 to continue playing without interruption.

Ultimately, July promises to be an exciting month for XBOX Game Pass subscribers, with a blend of retro classics, innovative indies, and enhanced updates to cherished titles. Whether you're a fan of skate culture, survival crafting, or competitive bowling, there's something for everyone in the latest catalog updates.