Xbox Game Pass Disappoints Players with Few Game Additions

Xbox Game Pass' Underwhelming Game Offerings

Players are expressing disappointment for the third time since Xbox announced changes to Xbox Game Pass due to the limited number of games added to the service. In July, Xbox Game Pass prices increased across all tiers, with Xbox Game Pass for Console being replaced by the pricier Xbox Game Pass Standard. Despite promises of increased value, players are underwhelmed by the offerings since this announcement.

Comparison with PS Plus and Previous Xbox Game Pass Additions

Only six games are set to be added to Xbox Game Pass in the second half of August, significantly fewer than the 18 games added to PS Plus in August or the 11 games added to Xbox Game Pass in June prior to the price hike.

Exclusive Benefits for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers

While Xbox Game Pass Standard players will only receive four games this month, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers have a major advantage. They will gain access to the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 beta, allowing them to play months before the official release. The beta includes multiplayer modes and offers a preview without the need for pre-ordering.

Upcoming Game Additions

Here is the full list of games added to Xbox Game Pass in August and early September, including exclusive titles for Ultimate and PC:

• Creatures of Ava
• Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy
• Mafia: Definitive Edition
• Atlus Fallen
• Core Keeper
• Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 beta
• Star Trucker

Positive News for Xbox Game Pass Core Members

Members of Xbox Game Pass Core, the most affordable tier with a minimal price increase, will see three popular games added to the library soon. Cities: Skylines and Control: Ultimate Edition are among the exciting additions for Core members.

Upcoming Game Additions for Xbox Game Pass Core

Here are the games coming to Xbox Game Pass Core and their release date:

• Cities: Skylines - August 21
• Control: Ultimate Edition - August 21
• SnowRunner - August 21

If you're interested in more Xbox news, don't miss the games to be revealed at Gamescom Opening Night Live.