Xbox Game Pass Unveils Huge July Lineup with Elden Ring, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and More

Microsoft has dropped a bombshell this morning with its reveal of the July additions to Xbox Game Pass, and it’s easily one of the service’s biggest months to date. Headlining the update are FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed Elden Ring and the long-anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong—both arriving on the service day one for subscribers. Joining them is a compelling mix of indie darlings and AAA heavyweights, signaling Game Pass is doubling down on its reputation as one of gaming’s best values.

Elden Ring, 2022’s Game of the Year and a commercial juggernaut, arrives on July 15. For those who missed the action-RPG’s initial launch or have been waiting for an excuse to revisit the Lands Between, the Game Pass debut offers the perfect opportunity. With its expansive open world and brutal-yet-rewarding combat, Elden Ring adds serious clout to the Game Pass library.

Perhaps even more surprising is the inclusion of Hollow Knight: Silksong, which releases day one on the service on July 28. Silksong has been one of the most eagerly awaited indies of the last five years, with fans anxiously awaiting any update from developer Team Cherry. Now, not only do players have a solid release date, but Game Pass subscribers will be able to jump in at no extra cost. The Metroidvania sequel promises tighter combat, a hauntingly beautiful world, and a new protagonist, Hornet, taking the reins.

Other notable additions this July include Ubisoft’s open-world racer The Crew Motorfest, cozy narrative game Dordogne, and the wacky multiplayer brawler Party Animals.

This lineup appears to be part of a renewed push by Microsoft to attract both hardcore and casual players ahead of its rumored Xbox hardware announcements later this year. With the inclusion of blockbuster titles and highly-anticipated releases like Silksong, Xbox Game Pass is sending a clear message: it’s not just about quantity—it’s about top-tier quality.

Gamers everywhere are already marking their calendars for mid- and late-July. If you’ve been contemplating a Game Pass subscription, this month’s lineup might just make the decision for you.