Xbox Game Pass Set for Shake-Up as Activision Blizzard Titles Join in July

In a move set to redefine the summer gaming landscape, Microsoft has announced that a wave of Activision Blizzard titles will be making their way to Xbox Game Pass beginning in July. The integration comes less than a year after Microsoft completed its historic $69 billion acquisition of the publishing giant, and fans have been anxiously awaiting news on when blockbuster franchises like Call of Duty, Diablo, and Overwatch would enter the subscription-based service.

While Microsoft remains tight-lipped about the exact lineup, industry insiders report that legacy titles from the Call of Duty series, including fan favorites like Modern Warfare (2019) and Black Ops Cold War, are prime candidates for early release. Additionally, speculation is high that Diablo IV, Overwatch 2, and various entries from the Crash Bandicoot and Tony Hawk franchises could soon boost the Game Pass library.

In a blog post, Xbox’s Phil Spencer noted that their teams have been “working hard behind the scenes to bring beloved Activision Blizzard games to more players in ways that add value and choice.” He also emphasized that this rollout will be “a thoughtfully phased approach,” suggesting that not all titles will drop on the same day.

This marks another bold step in Microsoft’s ongoing mission to position Game Pass as the Netflix of gaming. By folding in Activision Blizzard’s renowned IPs, the subscription platform will offer an even more compelling value proposition — especially considering the rising cost of AAA games, which often retail for $70 each.

For fans, this means access to a treasure trove of nostalgic hits and modern blockbusters without shelling out for individual titles. For Microsoft, it’s a strategic move to drive Game Pass subscriptions and close the content gap between Xbox and rival platforms like PlayStation.

As July approaches, Game Pass subscribers can look forward to what might be the service’s most exciting content drop yet. Stay tuned for an official announcement with the full list of titles, expected later this month.