After a necessarily slow end of June after a much denser first half, the Game Pass resumes its infernal pace for the first half of July 2022. There will be no less than 12 games in the spotlight, including some classics, recent productions and family adventures.
For example, starting today, you can take advantage, thanks to your subscription, of Yakuza 0, Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza 2the road trip procedural Road 96 will land on Thursday, just like Matchpoint – Tennis Championshipsand the youngest will be able to embark on titles Peppa Pig and paw patrol starting next week. The complete program, with also some departures from the catalog, is visible below.
Available today
- Last Call BBS (PC) ID@Xbox
Available upon release in PC Game Pass: Boot up your Lance Z5 and dive into Last Call BBS, the latest game from Zachtronics! The Bartender has filled his retro computer with puzzle games to download and play. No need to worry about computer protection, they are all hacked and you just have to have fun!
- Yakuza 0 (Cloud, Console & PC)
The extravagance, glamor and decadence of the 80s are back with Yakuza 0. Play as Kazuma Kiryu and immerse yourself in a troubled world where the slightest debt collection that goes off the rails can lead to murder. Then step into the shoes of Goro Majima and explore his “normal” life as the owner of a cabaret.
- Yakuza Kiwami (Cloud, Console & PC)
1995, Kamurocho. To save his brother in arms Akira Nishikiyama and his childhood friend, Yumi, Kazuma Kiryu receives a prison sentence for a crime he did not commit. Discover the story that started the legendary Yakuza series, not to mention the drama, action and hilarious mini-games that are iconic to the saga.
- Yakuza Kiwami 2 (Cloud, Console & PC)
An assassination threatens to escalate into all-out war between the Tojo Clan and the Omi Alliance. Kiryu, the Dragon of Dojima, must go to Osaka, in the district of Sotenbori, to try to restore peace between the rival clans, but Ryuji Goda, the Dragon of Kansai, will do anything to bring about war.
Shortly
- DJMax Respect V (Cloud, Console & PC) ID@Xbox – July 7
DJMax Respect V is the latest installment in the acclaimed DJMax rhythm game franchise. Enjoy tracks from popular artists like Marshmello, Porter Robinson or Yukika, exclusive Full HD music videos, online multiplayer, new game modes and more!
- Matchpoint: Tennis Championships (Cloud, Console & PC) ID@Xbox – July 7
Available from its launch in the Game Pass: Matchpoint: Tennis Championships modernizes tennis, live a faithful experience of the tennis courts, with a rich career mode and a unique matchmaking system. The game emphasizes tactical realism, positioning and aiming, allowing you to move your superstar with precision to get the most out of their shots.
- Road 96 (Cloud, Console & PC) – July 7
On this perilous journey to the frontier, you’ll meet incredible characters and uncover their intertwined stories and secrets for an ever-evolving adventure. Each kilometer will ask you to make a choice and your decisions will change the course of your journey, the people you meet… in fact, they may even change the world.
- Escape Academy (Console & PC) ID@Xbox – July 14
Available upon release in the Game Pass: You have just arrived at the Escape Academy, a school where promising students learn the art of escape. Discover more than twelve rooms carefully designed by experts in real escape games.
- My Friend Peppa Pig (Cloud, Console & PC) – July 14
Have a fun adventure with Peppa Pig! Create your character, ring Peppa’s doorbell and embark on your story. Peppa will offer you activities everywhere: from the Beach to the Museum and even to Patata-Parc. Help Papa Pig find his glasses, follow animal tracks in the Forest, jump through mud puddles and more! Each game is a new experience!
- Overwhelm (PC) ID@Xbox – July 14
Outnumbered, you’re almost out of ammo and paranoia begins to set in. In action-packed horror platformer Overwhelm, your enemies get bonuses and you don’t. Explore the suffocating ways of the hive by means of an incomplete map. As you defeat the five bosses, their skills will be distributed to their minions. To complicate things.
- Paw Patrol: The Movie, Rescue Adventure City (Cloud, Console & PC) – July 14
A big city means big adventure! When Ryder and the Paw Patrol learn that Mr. Humdinger has taken over a bustling metropolis, they race to save Adventure City from his treacherous machinations. The puppies need you on their Pat’croyable team!
- PowerWash Simulator (Cloud, Console & PC) – July 14
Available upon release in Game Pass: Take the Pressure Off with PowerWash Simulator! Wash your worries away with the soothing sounds of high pressure water. Turn on your pressure washer and get rid of all the dirt and grime you can find. Enjoy the simple pleasure of high-pressure cleaning.
In case you missed it
- House Flipper (Cloud, Console & PC) ID@Xbox – Available
Your interior renovation ideas meet the video game! Propose the best decoration, furnish the houses and choose the colors. You won’t miss opportunities, you’ll meet different clients with particular desires and you’ll be equipped with the best tools to do your job.
Downloadable content and update
- Marvel’s Avengers Presents Jane Foster, Mighty Thor – Available
Jane Foster, the Mighty Thor, joins the cast of Marvel’s Avengers. She possesses the strength and power of a Thunder Goddess, without abandoning her human side. This update further expands a content-packed title, including a rich single-player campaign, 10 playable heroes, and endless multiplayer action for up to 4 players. Read this article to learn more.
Benefits of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
- Fall Guys: Robo Rabbit Costume – Available
Overcome strange obstacles, overtake unusual opponents and overcome the laws of physics as you stagger towards glory. Hop towards the Crown as Robo Rabbit, the adorable android bunny!
- FIFA 22: Supercharge Pack – Available
Boost your Ultimate Team with the Supercharge Pack, which contains 10 80+ rated players plus a choice of four 95+ rated Team of the Season loan players for 5 matches to dominate the pitch !
- MLB The Show 22: Summer Pack – July 12
Celebrate summer in the field! The MLB The Show 22 Summer Pack gives you a Diamond Athlete Pack, a Diamond Ballplayer Pack, and 5 The Show Packs. A total of 29 items await you!
- Halo Infinite: Rocket Warthog Tense Pass Pack – July 13
Customize your arsenal for Season 2: Lone Wolves, with the exclusive Tense Pass paint for the Rocket Warthog, four double XP boosts, and four challenge swaps!
- Century: Age of Ashes – Krød Slaglands Dragon Pack – July 14
Unleash the Dragons for Season 1! Get your Krød Slaglands dragon, armor, player icon and XP boost.
They leave us on July 15
The following games are coming out of the Game Pass library soon, so feel free to dive into them while you wait to finish what you started. Of course, you can also take advantage of up to 20% off the purchase of these titles to keep them!
- Atomicrops (Cloud, Console & PC)
- Carrion (Cloud, Console & PC)
- Children of Morta (Cloud, Console & PC)
- Cris Tales (Cloud, Console & PC)
- Lethal League Blaze (Cloud, Console & PC)
As always, you can enjoy the whole program of the Game Pass through the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at €12.99 per month.