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Here are three new games launching for Xbox Game Pass in July 2021.
Cris Tales (July 20)
Cris Talesis easily one of the year’s most highly-anticipated indie games. Its unique blend of traditional turn-based RPG gameplay and time traveling mechanics has seen itcompared to the likes ofChrono Trigger, so expectations are clearly high. Whether or notCris Talescan live up to the lofty expectations RPG fans have for it after the glowing previews that have been written about it remains to be seen, but those with Xbox Game Pass will be able to try it without even committing to paying full price.
Cris Taleswill be one of the Xbox Game Pass games in July, and will be made available for the service on July 20, its day of launch. RPG fans with Xbox Game Pass can try the innovative new indie game without paying an extra dime, whereas those on other platforms will need to buy the game outright. IfCris Talesis the hit game that many are expecting it to be, then it will definitely be a huge “get” for Xbox Game Pass in July.
Microsoft Flight Simulator (July 27)
Microsoft Flight Simulatorwas one of the highest-rated video game releases of 2020, earning widespread critical acclaim for its accurate simulation gameplay, cutting-edge graphics, and the ability to fly pretty much anywhere in the world. Since launch,Microsoft Flight Simulatorhas been a PC exclusive game, but that is set to change on July 27 when it finally makes its long-awaited console debut on the Xbox Series X.
As with all first-party Microsoft games,Microsoft Flight Simulatorwill be debuting on Xbox Game Pass the same day that it launches. It will feature a revamped control scheme for controller users, but it’s worth pointing out that the Xbox Series X version ofMicrosoft Flight Simulatorwill also support some flight sticks and other peripherals that were made for the PC version of the game.
Moving forward,Microsoft Flight Simulatorfans can expect the game to continue to grow, as the developers have already confirmed aTop Guncrossover eventalongside regular updates that will improve its digital game world even further. And while PC and Xbox Series X owners are so far the only ones that will get to playMicrosoft Flight Simulatorthrough Game Pass, it’s possible that the cloud will eventually make the game playable on legacy platforms like the Xbox One as well.
The Ascent (July 29)
The cyberpunk aesthetic is all the rage nowadays, and upcoming indie gameThe Ascentis looking to capitalize on that when it comes to Xbox Game Pass on July 29.The Ascentis a cyberpunk-themed twin-stick shooter, fully embracing familiar cyberpunk tropes as players blast their way through its open world. And like many other twin-stick shooter games,The Ascentis a co-op experience, allowing players to play local and online co-op.
Sometimes it can be difficult to get friends together to play co-op games, butThe Ascent’s inclusion on Xbox Game Pass should make things much easier. After all, playingThe Ascentco-op will simply require players to have an Xbox Game Pass subscription, which significantly reduces the barrier to entry.The Ascentgameplay has looked promising so far, and it should make a strong addition to the Xbox Game Pass July 2021 lineup.
