Xbox Game Pass June 2026: Second-Wave Games

The second Xbox Game Pass wave for June 2026 brought Call of Duty: Vanguard on June 17 and EA Sports FC 26 on June 18, while Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 followed on July 2. The original mid-June announcement covered both arrivals and departures, so its "second half of June" label extended into the first days of July.

All three headline games are now past their announced arrival dates. Current access still depends on the applicable Game Pass tier and whether each title remains in the catalog.

The three headline additions

Call of Duty: Vanguard

Call of Duty: Vanguard joined the cloud, console and PC catalog on June 17. Its Second World War setting supports a cinematic campaign, competitive multiplayer and Zombies content.

The title was not a new 2026 release; its Game Pass arrival made an existing Call of Duty entry available to more subscribers. Download size, mode installations and online access can vary by platform.

EA Sports FC 26

EA Sports FC 26 arrived on June 18 through EA Play for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The service included Xbox One and Xbox Series access, alongside cloud and PC options described by Xbox.

The addition initially came with limited Football Ultimate Team benefits. Those reward claim windows ended on July 9 and July 17, so the expired pack should not be advertised as a current incentive on July 23.

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 entered Game Pass on July 2 for cloud, console and PC. The collection brings together modernized versions of the third and fourth games, retaining the series' focus on lines, objectives and high-scoring trick combinations.

Its July date is worth stating clearly. Saying that every title in the "June wave" launched in June would be inaccurate.

Why plan tiers matter

Game Pass is no longer a single identical catalog across every subscription. Ultimate generally provides the broadest access, but readers should verify the current tier attached to each title.

Before downloading, check:

• The supported device: cloud, console or PC.
• The eligible plan for that platform.
• Whether EA Play is required for an EA title.
• The date the game joined or is scheduled to leave.
• Whether online console multiplayer requires an additional benefit in the selected tier.

Downloading a game does not preserve access after it leaves the catalog. A separate purchase is normally required to continue playing, although save data may remain associated with the user's account.

What about games leaving the service?

The announcement noted that games would also leave in late June but did not name them. Rather than inventing a list, check the "Leaving soon" section in the Xbox app and Xbox Wire.

That advice remains sound because removal dates can differ by region or change after the first announcement. If a game is close to leaving:

1. Check the exact removal date.
2. Estimate whether the remaining campaign can be completed in time.
3. Review any subscriber purchase discount.
4. Confirm that a purchase covers the correct platform edition.

Getting more value from a subscription

Large sports, shooter and skateboarding games made this wave broad, but value depends on what a subscriber will actually play. Installing everything "just in case" consumes storage and does not extend catalog access.

Use remote installation or cloud play where supported to sample a title first. If a game becomes a long-term favorite, compare the purchase price with the ongoing cost of the subscription.

Gudfy's gaming catalog, digital top-up section and Marketplace provide places to compare current listings. Match codes to the account region and read seller terms before buying; an old Game Pass article cannot confirm today's plan or redemption rules.

FAQ

When did Call of Duty: Vanguard join Game Pass?

It joined on June 17, 2026, for cloud, console and PC through the eligible plans listed by Xbox.

When did EA Sports FC 26 arrive?

It joined on June 18 through EA Play for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.

Was Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 a June release?

It belonged to the same announced wave but arrived on July 2, 2026.

Can I keep a Game Pass game after it leaves?

Installation alone does not grant permanent ownership. You need an eligible subscription while the title remains available or a separate license to continue playing.

Source: Xbox Wire, published June 16, 2026.