Two Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass, But Only In Limited Form (July 2)
Xbox Game Pass is receiving two new additions today, July 2nd, though both arrive in limited form. One title is transitioning from Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to Xbox Game Pass Premium, while the other is available exclusively as a time-limited free trial.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, an Xbox first-party release from 2025, is moving to Xbox Game Pass Premium. Having launched a year ago, the game is now becoming available to Premium tier subscribers as part of the standard Game Pass expansion cycle. This reflects the typical progression for Xbox first-party titles, which migrate from Ultimate tier to the more accessible Premium tier after their initial exclusivity period.
The addition of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 to Premium continues Xbox’s strategy of expanding their subscription library with established titles. However, the current lineup marks an unusual day for Game Pass, as neither addition follows the typical pattern of releasing directly to Ultimate tier, suggesting Microsoft may be strategically managing its monthly update cadence for July.
The second addition is available through a ten-hour free trial period, providing potential subscribers a limited opportunity to experience the title without commitment. This trial format allows Xbox to showcase content to prospective Game Pass subscribers while maintaining the perceived value of paid tiers.
These additions are among the first Xbox Game Pass announcements for July 2026, indicating the subscription service’s strategy of balancing newly available titles with limited-time trial offerings.