Activision's popular platform game, Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, is rumored to be added to Xbox Game Pass shortly. According to reports from a reliable source, the trilogy, which includes remastered versions of Crash Bandicoot, Cortex Strikes Back, and Warped, is expected to be available on the subscription service on August 8.
The source initially shared this information earlier this month but was unable to confirm a release date at that time. They mentioned that they had received indications from credible sources that the trilogy, along with other Activision games, would soon be featured on Microsoft's subscription platform.
Additionally, it has been suggested that Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 and 2 and the Spyro Reignited Trilogy might also join Xbox Game Pass in the near future, although their exact arrival dates remain uncertain. This source has a history of accurate predictions, including the recent addition of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 to the service in July. It is expected that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be available on Xbox Game Pass when it launches at the end of October.
After Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard last year, Diablo 4 was one of the first games from the publisher to be included on Xbox Game Pass, making its debut in March. This move reflects Microsoft's ongoing strategy to enhance its gaming subscription service by regularly adding high-profile titles.
Furthermore, there are discussions about Microsoft potentially introducing new tiers to Xbox Game Pass. Among these proposed tiers are an ad-supported tier and a more economical cloud-based tier. The cloud tier is aimed at users who prefer not to purchase an Xbox console, while the ad-supported option would cater to those looking to access the service without any payment.