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Release Date: Nov. 22, 2013

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Xbox Game Pass Reveals New PC/Xbox One Titles Being Added In June As Part Of Wave 1

by Rainier on June 10, 2020 @ 11:03 a.m. PDT

Xbox One is Microsoft's all-in-one gaming and entertainment system that puts you at the center of all your games, TV, movies, music, sports and Skype.

Xbox Game Pass is Microsoft's digital gaming subscription service that gives you unlimited access to over dozens of Xbox One, PC, and Backward Compatible Xbox 360 games for $9.99 USD per month.

With Xbox Game Pass, you can download and play a broad range of games in full fidelity on your Xbox One.

Each month, Xbox Game Pass will add a new set of games to the catalog so there is always something new to play across a diversity of experiences, genres, ratings and more. For gamers, this means endless play of full-fidelity gaming experiences without having to worry about streaming, bandwidth or connectivity issues.

Welcome to June – we’ve got robots, we’ve got reMix, we’ve got Resnarkled (I didn’t make that word up, they did) and other things like DLC but I couldn’t find a way to make them start with “r”. There is plenty to get to for console and PC, so let’s jump in!

Xbox Game Pass

Coming Soon

The Bard’s Tale ARPG (Console & PC) June 18

You are the Bard, a selfish rogue weary of pointless sub-quests and rat-infested cellars. Through magical song you summon characters to join your quest! Prepare to immerse yourself in over 20 hours of adventure, featuring a vast world to explore with towns, wild forests, rivers, castles, towers, secret dungeons, snowy mountains, caverns, haunted tombs, and more!

Battlefleet Gothic Armada 2 (PC) June 11

Explore Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2, the latest dramatic story development in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The Gathering Storm and the 13th Black Crusade serve as the canvas for three extensive and dynamic campaigns with high narrative values, focusing on the Tyranids, the Necrons, and the Imperium. Explore the systems in the Eye of Terror, with or against renowned characters such as Belisarius Cawl, Guilliman, and more.

Battletech (PC)  June 11

The year is 3025 and the galaxy is trapped in a cycle of perpetual war, fought by noble houses with enormous, mechanized combat vehicles called BattleMechs. Take command of your own mercenary outfit of ‘Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war. Upgrade your starfaring base of operations, negotiate mercenary contracts with feudal lords, repair and maintain your stable of aging BattleMechs, and execute devastating combat tactics to defeat your enemies on the battlefield.

Dungeon of the Endless (Console & PC) June 11

Dungeon of the Endless is a Rogue-Like Dungeon-Defense game offering a retro 2D look with modern 3D graphics. You  and your team of heroes must protect the generator of your crashed ship while exploring an ever-expanding dungeon and facing waves of monsters and special events as you try to find their way out… so what could go wrong… open the door!

Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 & 2.5 ReMix (Console) June 11

Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMix is an HD remastered collection of six unforgettable Kingdom Hearts experiences available for the first time with Xbox Game Pass! Join Sora, Donald, and Goofy as they help light overcome the darkness across iconic Disney worlds. Team up with beloved characters such as Captain Jack Sparrow (“Pirates of the Caribbean”), Simba (“The Lion King”), Beast (“Beauty and the Beast”), Ariel (“The Little Mermaid”), and many more. Experience the magic of Kingdom Hearts on Xbox!

Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue (Console) June 11

Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue is a compilation of three magical Kingdom Hearts experiences that no fan should be without. Experience epic battles as Sora and Riku begin to prepare for their final battle against Master Xehanort in the beautifully remastered Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD. In Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep – A Fragmentary Passage – players join Aqua as she struggles to survive against the deceptions and terrors of the Dark World. Experience these unforgettable Kingdom Hearts journeys on Xbox!

No Man’s Sky (Console & PC)  – June 11

Inspired by the adventure and imagination that we love from classic science-fiction, No Man’s Sky presents you with a galaxy to explore, filled with unique planets and lifeforms, and constant danger and action. In No Man’s Sky, every star is the light of a distant sun, each orbited by planets filled with life, and you can go to any of them you choose. Fly smoothly from deep space to planetary surfaces, with no loading screens, and no limits. In this infinite procedurally generated universe, you’ll discover places and creatures that no other players have seen before – and perhaps never will again.

Thronebreaker (Console) – June 18

Thronebreaker is a single player role-playing game set in the world of The Witcher that combines narrative-driven exploration with unique puzzles and card battle mechanics. Crafted by the developers responsible for some of the most iconic moments in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the game spins a truly regal tale of Meve, a war-veteran queen of two Northern Realms — Lyria and Rivia. Facing an imminent Nilfgaardian invasion, Meve is forced to enter the warpath once again, and set out on a dark journey of destruction and revenge.

DLC / Game Updates

Pre-install Grounded (Xbox Game Preview / Console & PC) – June 16

The world is a vast, beautiful, and dangerous place – especially when you have been shrunken to the size of an ant. Explore, build, and survive together in this cooperative survival-adventure. Can you thrive alongside the hordes of giant insects, fighting to survive the perils of the backyard? Pre-install starting June 16, join our community, and help shape the future of Grounded in Xbox Game Preview with Xbox Game Pass on July 28.

eFootball PES 2020 Euros DLC (Console) June 11

Be the first and compete in your own UEFA Euro 2020 tournament! The free DLC for eFootball PES 2020 offers everything you need for a fun summer of football. Select from 55 authentic UEFA national teams and compete against European giants in the official tournament mode. Download the DLC now!

The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind (Console) June 11
Available as a free upgrade for Xbox Game Pass members, adventure awaits in this new chapter of the award-winning online series. Morrowind is on the verge of destruction, and it’s up to you to save it from a deadly Daedric threat. Embark on a dangerous journey through legendary locales, from volcanic ashlands to mushroom-filled forests.If you want to go above & beyond you can grab the Greymoor upgrade which includes Morrowind, Summerset, Elsweyr, and the all new Greymoor chapter available now!

In Case You Missed It

State of Decay 2 turned two on May 19! To mark the occasion, we’ve released an anniversary update packed full of items that celebrate the history of the franchise including eight new weapons to the game, four new outfits and did we mention exploding cake?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can redeem free perks, including in-game content, consumables, and partner offers. This month, Ultimate members can redeem a monthly boost with exp and rare drop boosts for Phantasy Star Online 2 in the United States and Canada.

Plus for those who haven’t grabbed them yet, you can still get the German Steel in World of Warships: Legends and Spotify Premium for 6 months in the United States to listen to your favorite tracks offline, anywhere, ad-free. Additionally, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, Mexico, and Brazil can enjoy Spotify Premium for 3 months. Terms and conditions apply.

Xbox Game Pass Quests

Xbox Game Pass Quests have arrived for June! Check for daily, weekly, and monthly Quests on your console or Xbox Game Pass mobile app. Redeem points for Xbox gift cards, Xbox subscriptions, giveaway entries, and more! A few of our upcoming Quests:

  • Marvel vs Capcom Infinite (Xbox Game Pass Console): Get three ranked wins – 50 points
  • Minecraft Dungeons: Earn four achievements – 75 points

Xbox (Beta) App for Windows 10 Updates

Time to update your Xbox (Beta) App! In case you missed it last week we’ve made some updates to the Xbox (Beta) app. Everything will look familiar, but under the hood we’ve implemented a big change from Electron to React Native that has increased general performance and cut down memory usage. It doesn’t stop there: we have also enabled easier mod support for games on the Xbox (Beta) app!

Thank you for all your suggestions, comments, feedback, and reports to help us make the experience better for PC in Xbox Game Pass!

Leaving Soon

We have combined our PC and Console games leaving soon list this round, so make note of which platform you’re playing on! Remember you can use your membership discount to get any of these games for up to 20% off while they are still in our library.

Leaving June 15

  • Book of Demons (PC)
  • Everspace (Console & PC)
  • Resident Evil Revelations (Console)
  • Riptide GP: Renegade (Console & PC)
  • Riverbond (Console & PC)
  • Samorost 3 (PC)
  • Superhot (Console & PC)
  • Supermarket Shriek (Console & PC)
  • The Last Door: Season 2 (PC)
  • The Stillness of the Wind (PC)

For a complete list of all games offered through Xbox Game Pass, visit here. And be sure to check back in each month to see the newest additions to the catalog.

As an added benefit, Xbox Game Pass members can purchase all Xbox One games in the catalog – and related add-ons – at an exclusive discount, allowing you to dive deeper into the Xbox Game Pass titles you love most, and make them part of your permanent library.

If you haven’t tried Xbox Game Pass yet, you can play free for 14 days.


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