Xbox Game Pass Adds Starfield Expansion ‘Shattered Space’ and Gotham Knights in July Lineup

July is shaping up to be a blockbuster month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, with Microsoft unveiling a loaded lineup of games headlined by the long-awaited Starfield expansion ‘Shattered Space’ and the action-packed addition of Gotham Knights. As Microsoft continues to double down on its subscription service, this new wave of content further proves Game Pass remains one of the best values in gaming.

Leading the charge is ‘Shattered Space,’ the first major DLC expansion for Bethesda’s Starfield. While a firm release date hasn’t been officially announced, Microsoft has confirmed that the expansion will launch directly into Game Pass the day it becomes available. ‘Shattered Space’ promises to deepen the Starfield experience with new storylines, alien factions, and explorable planetary systems—responding to early feedback that the sci-fi epic needed more narrative punch and content variety. This expansion could be a pivotal moment for Starfield, potentially elevating its reputation among Bethesda’s RPG catalog.

Also arriving in July is Gotham Knights, the 2022 co-op action game from WB Games Montréal. Set in a post-Batman Gotham City, players control Nightwing, Batgirl, Red Hood, and Robin as they take on criminal syndicates and the mysterious Court of Owls. While Gotham Knights had a polarizing launch, updates and tweaks have steadily improved stability and gameplay. Its arrival on Game Pass could offer the perfect opportunity for players who previously passed on it to give the superhero title another shot—especially with co-op gameplay ideal for summer gaming with friends.

Rounding out July’s first wave are several promising indies and third-party standouts, including The Wandering Village and My Time at Sandrock. Both games bring unique takes to the life sim and survival builder genres, offering casual players a welcome alternative to the high-octane action of Starfield and Gotham Knights.

With star power from both Xbox’s first-party studios and major third-party publishers, July’s Game Pass additions reinforce the service’s growing impact on game discovery and accessibility. Whether you’re exploring the cosmos or cleaning up crime in Gotham, it’s a good time to be a Game Pass subscriber.