Microsoft Unveils Retro Gaming Surge: Game Pass Adds 50+ Activision Titles from 80s and 90s
Author : Alexander
May 23,2025
Microsoft has unveiled Retro Classics with Game Pass, a thrilling collaboration with Antstream Arcade that brings over 50 classic Activision games from the 80s and 90s directly to Game Pass members. This collection features timeless hits like Commando, Grand Prix, Kaboom!, Mech Warrior 2: 31st Century Combat, and Pitfall!, with some titles dating back as far as 45 years. A standout feature of this service is the ability to save and resume your progress, a modern convenience that's new to many of these vintage games.
Microsoft has positioned Retro Classics with Game Pass as a testament to its commitment to game preservation and backward compatibility. This service will be accessible to all Game Pass members across regions where Game Pass is available.
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Microsoft plans to expand the Retro Classics collection to over 100 games by continuously adding more classic titles from Activision and Blizzard’s extensive back catalog. New games will be introduced monthly, ensuring a fresh and growing library of retro gaming experiences.
Retro Classics with Game Pass launch lineup:
Activision prototype #1AtlantisAtlantis IIBarnstormingBaseballBeamriderBloody Human FreewayBoxingBridgeCaesar IICheckersChopper CommandCommandoConquests of the Longbow: The Legend of Robin HoodCosmic ArkCrackpotsDecathlonDemon AttackDolphinDragsterEnduroFathomFire FighterFishing DerbyFreddy Pharkas: Frontier PharmacistFreewayGrand PrixH.E.R.O.Kaboom!Laser BlastMechWarriorMechWarrior 2: 31st Century CombatMegamaniaPitfall II: Lost CavernsPitfall!Police Quest 1Pressure CookerRiddle of the SphinxRiver RaidRiver Raid IIRobot TankSky JinksSpace Quest 2Space Quest 6Space Treat DeluxeSpider FighterStar VoyagerTennisThe Adventures of Willy BeamishThe Adventures of Willy BeamishThe Dagger of Amon RaThwockerTitle Match Pro WrestlingTorin's PassageTrick ShotVault AssaultVenetian BlindsZork IZork ZeroFrostbiteQuest for Glory 1Here’s the official statement from Microsoft:
With Retro Classics, Game Pass members can enjoy a seamless gaming experience across consoles, PCs, and supported devices via cloud gaming. Whether you're playing on an Xbox console, through the Xbox app on PC, or streaming on supported LG and Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, and Meta Quest headsets, Retro Classics offers a versatile and accessible way to relive these nostalgic titles.
Game Pass members can easily access Retro Classics by searching and installing the feature on their console or via the Xbox app on PC. Players can challenge friends, rivals, or the entire world with unique challenges. For those who love achievements, there are new ones to collect, and for newer players, the ability to save and reload your progress introduces a modern twist to these classic games.
This announcement follows closely on the heels of the confirmation of Wave 2 of Xbox Game Pass’ May 2025 lineup, and the news that Hellblade 2 is set to launch on PS5 this summer.
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