Microsoft has announced the first wave of titles joining Xbox Game Pass for July 2026. The lineup is headlined by Gears of War: Reloaded, an enhanced remaster of the franchise’s debut title, alongside Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2. These additions arrive as Microsoft continues its broader organizational reset, which includes studio closures and workforce reductions.
#1 Gears of War: Reloaded (July 9)
The standout addition is Gears of War: Reloaded, arriving on July 9, 2026. This remaster brings the iconic 2006 third-person shooter into the modern era with 4K resolution support and up to 120 fps performance. It bundles all original post-launch content, including bonus campaign acts, multiplayer maps, and cosmetics.
The title is available on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld devices, and PC for Premium, Ultimate, and PC Game Pass subscribers. It serves as a definitive package for new players to catch up before the upcoming prequel, Gears of War: E-Day, scheduled for October 6, 2026.
#2 Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 (July 21)
Skating fans get a major boost on July 21, 2026, with the arrival of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2. This remake two-pack covers the first two entries in the classic skateboarding franchise. It is available via Cloud, Console, and PC for Premium, Ultimate, and PC Game Pass members.
#3 Other July Additions
Several other titles join the service throughout the month:
- Winds of Arcana: Ruination: Available July 6 on Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC.
- Tamashika: Arrives July 9 on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC.
- Ascend to Zero: Launches July 13 on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Ultimate and PC Game Pass only).
- PBA Pro Bowling 2026: Available July 14 on Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC.
- Quarantine Zone: The Last Check: Joins July 15 on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
- Mavrix by Matt Jones: Arrives July 16 on Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC.
- FixForce: Available July 17 on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
- Fogpiercer: Launches July 17 exclusively on PC (Ultimate and PC Game Pass).
- The Planet Crafter: Joins July 21 on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass
Ten titles will depart the service on July 15, 2026. If you have not finished these yet, now is the time to dive in:
- 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, PC only)
- Techtonica (Game Preview, Cloud/Console/PC)
What this means for you: If you are a Game Pass subscriber, you have access to high-fidelity remasters and diverse indie titles at no extra cost. Specifically, Gears of War: Reloaded offers cross-play and cross-progression in multiplayer, making it easier to play with friends regardless of their platform. Be sure to check your library before July 15 if you plan to keep any of the departing games.
Over to you: Which title are you most excited to play from this July batch: Gears of War: Reloaded or Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2?
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