Game Pass: End the month of June with some new games
Xbox have announced the next wave of titles to be added to Game Pass, across the various methods of access. Most of the games have been out for a while but there is one getting its debut in general and into the service.
As always though, with new games being added that means there are games being removed, the full list of what is being taken off the service is at the bottom of the story.
Need for Speed Unbound - EA Play – June 22
Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X|S
Game Pass Ultimate and EA Play members can start their race to the top as Need for Speed Unbound joins The Play List on June 22. Tear up the streets with friends and experience new ways to compare and compete with the squad in Lakeshore Online. Duck the cops to earn your way to dope new upgrades, and smash new events and Daily Challenges for the chance to gain XP, Bank, and a new Mercedes-Maybach S 680 (2021).
The Bookwalker – June 22
Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC
Available on day one with Game Pass: The Bookwalker is a narrative adventure in which you play as Etienne Quist, a writer-turned-thief with the ability to dive into books. Use your powers to journey between reality and book worlds, and steal legendary items like Thor’s Hammer and Excalibur to restore your ability to write.
Bramble: The Mountain King – June 27
Cloud, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC
Bramble: The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble’s many hideous creatures.
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch – June 27
Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S
The tough rabbit is making his way to Xbox Game Pass. Enjoy a seamless adventure, a combat experience that has been well received by players, and dive into the Dieselpunk world of F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch. Stay fluffy and stay furious!
Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town – June 29
Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC
Your farming life begins in Mineral Town, a charming village surrounded by nature. You’ve returned after many years to restore your late grandfather’s farm to its former glory. Care for crops, livestock, and more as your very own story of seasons unfold.
Arcade Paradise – July 3
Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC
Welcome to Arcade Paradise, the 90’s-fuelled retro arcade adventure. Rather than washing rags for a living, you decide to turn the family laundromat into the ultimate arcade. Play, profit, and purchase new arcade machines, with over 35 to choose from, to build your very own Arcade Paradise!
Sword and Fairy: Together Forever – July 5
Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC
Enter a realm that blends ancient mythology with traditional Asian aesthetics in Sword and Fairy: Together Forever! Weaving its tale between the three clans of Human, Deity, and Demon, it puts you in command of a memorable party of characters, each with unique personalities, motives, skills, strengths, and weaknesses.
For the good comes the bad and the games below are leaving the service on June 30. That means there is still time to jump in and enjoy them, if you do want to keep playing past the removal date, you will get a 20% discount for buying them before they go.
DJMax Respect V (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Empire of Sin (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Matchpoint – Tennis Championships (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Olija (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Omori (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Road 96 (Cloud, Console, and PC)