Top Xbox Game Pass Games for July 2025

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So, let’s chat about Microsoft’s Game Pass. Some folks might cringe at the thought of their games being tied to a subscription—kinda like renting movies from Blockbuster back in the day. But seriously, the bang-for-your-buck is nuts. You’re getting this wild collection of games, anywhere from quirky indies to the big flashy blockbusters, and all for just a couple of bucks each month. Like, how is this even real?

And, you know, there’s this funny thing—figuring out which of these epic games to download can kinda feel like being a kid in a candy store. So much candy, not enough money. Well, except here, the “money” part is sorted because…subscription. Anyway, space on your Xbox—that’s the real commodity now. Priorities, right? So I thought, why not spill on some of the absolute must-plays on Game Pass. You’re welcome.

And yep, EA Play games are part of this gig too. So, let’s dive in!

### Halo: The Master Chief Collection

Holy smokes, if you haven’t yet gone on a wild Halo binge, this is your golden ticket. It’s basically Halo heaven for our dear Master Chief fans. This collection pulls together every Halo game you’d ever want (sorry Halo 5 fans, not this time) plus the gems Halo 3: ODST and Halo: Reach. Multiplayer madness, epic Firefight battles, you name it. If you’re a Halo junkie or new to this universe, this collection’s, like, the ultimate way to finish that intergalactic fight.

### Little Nightmares II

Now, Little Nightmares II—oh man, this game is a trip. Remember that first scary-cute Little Nightmares adventure? This sequel dials up everything to eleven. Creepy crawly baddies with their own funky levels? Check. Creeping dread and mystery pieced together from the eerie world? Double check. It’s a masterpiece for storytelling without shoving it in your face. You’ll wander around, picking up the story bit by spooky bit. Think crazy Tim Burton vibes mixed with a game of hide and “please don’t catch me.” You’re going to love it—or get proper freaked out. Maybe both?

### High On Life

If you dig Rick and Morty, stop reading and just play High on Life. Seriously. This game was spawned from the same zany minds, and it shows. There’s this onslaught of insane humor. Like, it doesn’t take a breather. And beyond the jokes? It smashes a solid FPS game with some nostalgic old-school platforming vibes. If you’re into games and laughs, this is it. No brainer.

### The Ascent

Okay, The Ascent. Picture this: a twin-stick shooter wrapped in cyberpunk, glittered with looting and leveling up. Beautiful chaos. You’re an “Indent,” doing your craziest to pay off some massive debt while battling rival thugs on a grimy megacity planet. It’s smooth, intuitive, and you and some buddies can light up the streets in fiesta-style combat. If cyberpunk’s your jam, dive in.

### Rise Of The Tomb Raider

Now, onto the lovely Miss Croft in Rise of the Tomb Raider. This one’s smack dab in the middle of her recent adventures, packing the kind of adventurous punch you’d totally expect, plus a hefty load of emotional oomph. Lara’s striving to solve mysteries tied to her dad and gets caught in some Indiana Jones-style action while evading and tackling some baddies. Story’s good, action’s great, and the tombs are truly…tomb-y. It’s the journey adventure game fans have been craving.

### Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time

Crash Bandicoot fans out there, your wait is over with Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time. You remember those days spent jumping around trying to get every last box? Oh yeah, those are back. This one blends that old-school charm with some modern polish. So, yeah, you might curse (a lot) as the levels crank up in difficulty. But, if you enjoy pain—I mean, a challenge—this takes up your Xbox space quite nicely.

### The Alters

The Alters is wild, alright? Ever pondered the ‘what-ifs’ of life? It toys with those big questions. You’re stranded, can’t do it alone? Clone alternate “yous” to help out. It’s funky, unique, and hits you with deep, existential questions. It’s a base-building/management sim game, but with a narrative that isn’t just there for kicks. It’ll twist your mind—yay for thinking while gaming!

### Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition

Lastly, calling all Warhammer fans! Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition is here like a nostalgia bomb wrapped in chaos. It’s an older title given a little shiny remake love. Grab your oversized warrior boots, hack and shoot orcs, and feel the primal Warhammer carnage. The melee…truly satisfying. Codex Astartes says YES.

### Dredge

Now, ending things on a bit of a wild twist with Dredge. Fishing simulator, meet unsettling, eerie storytelling. It’s chill, but with this edge, keeping you on your toes. You dive deeper into this world’s stories while ensnaring fish and mini-managing your inventory. And if you’ve got a love for fishing or mysterious narratives—this one’s surprisingly addictive.

#### Metaphor: ReFantazio

Finally, gotta shout about Metaphor: ReFantazio, which hit big last year. If you’re a Persona fan—or not yet but wanting to try something similarly grand yet approachable—this one’s it. There’s royalty, action, intrigue…a whole lot to sink your teeth into. Xbox doesn’t get a lot of JRPG heaven, so let’s enjoy it while it lasts.

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Phew, that was a ride! Go make some space on your Xbox and dive into these gems.