On this August 1st, Xbox has just taken stock of the novelties that await us during the first two weeks of the month in the Game Pass. There is as expected Celestial which is making its comeback today, but also 4 other productions at gameplay varied which should appeal to all types of players.
So we can get our hands on Broforce on the occasion of his passage in Broforce Forevergood old Limbothe relaxant A Short Hikethe urban management game Airborne Kingdomor the console version and clouds of Everspace 2.
Available today
- Celeste (Cloud, Consoles, and PC)
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on Mount Celeste in this ultra-tough, hand-crafted platformer from the creators of the classic TowerFall. Take on hundreds of custom-designed challenges, uncover diabolical secrets and unravel the mystery surrounding the mountain.
Shortly
- A Short Hike (Cloud, Console, PC) – August 3
Hike, climb, and glide through Hawk Peak Provincial Park, and discover its peaceful landscapes. Follow the marked trails to reach the top, or explore the park as you wish. Along the way, you will meet other hikers, discover hidden treasures, and enjoy the surrounding nature.
- Broforce Forever (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 8
Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling gun ’em all, an ode to freedom, that puts you at the head of an underfunded and overpowered paramilitary organization that exclusively uses excessive force. Included in the long-awaited content of Broforce Forever, offers an improved and richer campaign with new unlockables, as well as six new ultra patriotic bros and four new challenge levels to spread democracy!
- Limbo (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 9
Limbo is an award-winning indie adventure game, critically acclaimed for its spellbinding puzzle design and immersive sound and visual effects. Its dark, misty locations and captivating storytelling will forever be etched in your memory.
- Airborne Kingdom (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 10
Airborne Kingdom is a superb aerial city building and management game. Develop your unique city in the skies and make it fly in the middle of a vast landscape. Explore the skies to restore serenity to the underworld! You will also have to maintain the balance of your kingdom, whether in the air or by ensuring the well-being of your workers.
- Everspace 2 (Cloud and Xbox Series X|S) – August 15
Available on PC and very soon on Xbox Series X|S and Cloud Gaming! Experience a polished sci-fi story set in a finely crafted open world filled with secrets, puzzles and dangers. Experience a polished sci-fi story set in a finely crafted open world filled with secrets, puzzles and dangers.
In case you missed it
The World’s Game is now available in Cloud Gaming through Game Pass Ultimate and EA Play, with men’s and women’s FIFA World Cup tournaments, the addition of women’s club teams and more ways to play your preferred modes. Step onto the pitch today and take advantage of the monthly rewards available to FIFA 23 members.
Updates and downloadable content
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 14th World Update: Central and Eastern Europe – Available Today
This 14th update captures the majesty, charm and beauty of Czechoslovakia, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. This region is full of history, architectural marvels and breathtaking landscapes. The countries of Central and Eastern Europe invite you to aerial exploration in unprecedented fidelity, with 103 points of interest, new landing challenges and much more. Available for free to all game owners and Game Pass members. The sky is calling you!
Benefits of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
- PUBG Battlegrounds: 2023 Summer Pack – Available Today
Don’t miss this special edition PUBG 2023 Summer Pack, featuring the return of the Floral Yukata set along with additional Hunter Chests, Keys and Contraband Coupons. Included with your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription!
- Neverwinter: House Baerne Coupon Choice Pack – Available Today
Work with the illustrious House Baenre to save Narbondellyn and drive Lolth back to the Abyss with the exclusive Heir of House Baenre Pack! This pack contains one House Baenre Companion Coupon Pack of your choice and one Rank 3 Enchantment Pack of your choice. You will be able to choose one of the bonuses from the House Baenre Companion Voucher Pack: A 100% discount on one of the four companions in the ZEN Market or 1,500 ZEN in companion upgrade tokens. Requires Neverwinter to be used.
- Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis: August Bonus – August 2
Jump into the brand new PSO2 New Genesis with a few items to give you a hand! N-Half Scape Dolls (x6) to help you come back to life during intense battles, and Photon Chunks (x50) to strengthen weapons and units. Requires Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis to use.
Xbox Game Pass Quests
August Quests start today with games related to the Recent Blockbusters Collection! Find new quests by heading to the Xbox Game Pass section on your console or the Xbox Game Pass Mobile app and start earning Microsoft Reward Points.
Available today:
- Halo: The Master Chief Collection (250 points – Ultimate only) – Get 5 kills in Multiplayer
- Tunic (5 points) – Play it
- Achieve Achievement (50 Points – Daily) – Achieve achievement in any Game Pass game
They leave us on August 15
The following games will soon no longer be available in the service, so now is a great time to play them one last time before they depart. Remember to use the members-only discount to save up to 20% on the purchase of these titles and keep playing them.
- death stranding (CP)
- Edge of Eternity (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Midnight Fight Express (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Total War: Warhammer III (CP)
You can enjoy all these games through the Xbox Game Pass Ultimateservice now billed €14.99 per month.