Microsoft lowered Game Pass prices after the 2025 hike and added a strong wave of June content. Here’s the full Xbox Game Pass June 2026 list and what’s actually worth your time.
JUNE 20, 2026 · GUIDE · XBOX GAME PASS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Xbox Game Pass June 2026: what changed with pricing
- The first June wave
- The second June wave
- Worth playing rankings
- What’s coming to Game Pass next month
Xbox Game Pass June 2026: What Changed With Pricing
Microsoft lowered Xbox Game Pass subscription prices in June after a significant end-of-2025 price increase caused millions of subscribers to cancel.
New Xbox boss Asha Sharma described the rollback as “a good first step” — and the numbers back it up. Microsoft has reported improved acquisition and retention since the change took effect.
Key pricing update for Xbox Game Pass June 2026:
- ✅ Prices lowered across all tiers
- ✅ Acquisition and retention numbers improving
- ⚠️ Call of Duty titles won’t return to Game Pass for at least another year as part of restructured deal terms
Xbox Game Pass June 2026: First Wave
The first batch of Xbox Game Pass June 2026 additions:
| Game | Type | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Final Fantasy 6 | Classic RPG | First time on Game Pass — one of the most important RPGs ever made |
| Jurassic World Evolution 3 | Park builder | Deeper than its license suggests |
| The Elder Scrolls Online | MMO | Added alongside ongoing content updates |
Xbox Game Pass June 2026: Second Wave
Microsoft confirmed a second wave of Xbox Game Pass June 2026 additions following the Xbox Games Showcase:
| Game | Type | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 | Arcade sports | Best pure arcade sports game on the service right now |
| EA Sports FC 26 | Football/soccer | Latest EA football title |
| 4 additional titles | TBA | Confirmed but not yet detailed |
Xbox Game Pass June 2026: Worth Playing Rankings
Here’s how to prioritize the Xbox Game Pass June 2026 additions:
🥇 Start here: Final Fantasy 6
One of the most important RPGs ever made, now more accessible than ever. If you haven’t played it, there is no better time. This is essential gaming history.
🥈 Play next: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4
The best pure arcade sports game on Xbox Game Pass right now. Remaster quality is high, the soundtrack is still perfect, and the gameplay holds up completely.
🥉 For fans only: EA Sports FC 26
If you play FIFA annually, this is that — same structure, updated rosters. If you don’t already love football games, this won’t convert you.
Worth a look: Jurassic World Evolution 3
A solid park builder. Deeper than its license suggests, not as deep as Planet Zoo. Good for genre fans.
What’s Coming to Xbox Game Pass Next Month
No official July wave has been confirmed yet for Xbox Game Pass. Based on Xbox Games Showcase announcements:
- 🎮 Where Winds Meet: Hidden Mountain expansion — arriving July, expected on Game Pass
- 📅 Microsoft typically announces additions in two waves per month
- 🔍 Check Xbox Wire around July 1 and July 15 for official lists
Want more Xbox coverage? Check out our Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Every Announcement and GTA 6 Pre-Order Guide.
