Retro classics games have a unique thing about them. These games of the old days not only touch the heart, but their simplicity and fun also maintain a distinct identity among today’s modern games. However, to enjoy real retro gaming, old consoles were required, which is not easy to find in today’s era. But technology has solved this problem as well.
Now Microsoft has introduced a great gift for Xbox Game Pass users—the return of more than 50 old retro games. If you have an active subscription to Xbox Game Pass, you can access these classic games without any hassle.
Which retro classics games are on Xbox?
On June 3, 2025, Microsoft has launched the Retro Classics section in Xbox Game Pass. Some iconic games have been reintroduced in this collection, so that players can relive those old experiences. Let’s take a look at which games are available at this time and what is special in it.
| Game Name | Platform |
|---|---|
| Activision Prototype #1 | Atari 2600 |
| Atlantis | Atari 2600 |
| Atlantis II | Atari 2600 |
| Barnstorming | Atari 2600 |
| Baseball | Atari 2600 |
| Beamrider | Atari 2600 |
| Bloody Human Freeway | Atari 2600 |
| Boxing | Atari 2600 |
| Bridge | Atari 2600 |
| Caesar II | DOS |
| Checkers | Atari 2600 |
| Chopper Command | Atari 2600 |
| Commando | Atari 2600 |
| Conquests of the Longbow: The Legend of Robinhood | DOS |
| Cosmic Ark | Atari 2600 |
| Cosmic Commuter | Atari 2600 |
| Crackpots | Atari 2600 |
| Decathalon | Atari 2600 |
| Demon Attack | Atari 2600 |
| Dolphin | Atari 2600 |
| Dragster | Atari 2600 |
| Enduro | Atari 2600 |
| Fathom | Atari 2600 |
| Fire Fighter | Atari 2600 |
| Fishing Derby | Atari 2600 |
| Freddy Pharkas Frontier Pharmacist | DOS |
| Freeway | Atari 2600 |
| Frostbite | Atari 2600 |
| Grand Prix | Atari 2600 |
| H.E.R.O | Atari 2600 |
| Heart of China | DOS |
| Kaboom | Atari 2600 |
| Laser Blast | Atari 2600 |
| Mechwarrior | SNES |
| Mechwarrior 2: 31st Century Combat | PS1 |
| Megamania | Atari 2600 |
| Pitfall II: Lost Caverns | Atari 2600 |
| Pitfall | Atari 2600 |
| Police Quest | Amiga |
| Pressure Cooker | Atari 2600 |
| Quest for the Glory I: So You Want to be a Hero | DOS |
| Riddle of the Sphinx | Atari 2600 |
| River Raid | Atari 2600 |
| River Raid II | Atari 2600 |
| Robot Tank | Atari 2600 |
| Skiing | Atari 2600 |
| Sky Jinks | Atari 2600 |
| Space Quest 6 | DOS |
| Space Quest II | Amiga |
| Space Treat Deluxe | Atari 2600 |
| Spier Fighter | Atari 2600 |
| Solar Storm | Atari 2600 |
| Star Voyager | Atari 2600 |
| Subterranea | Atari 2600 |
| Tennis | Atari 2600 |
| The Adventure of Willy Beamish | Amiga |
| The Dagger of Amon Ra | DOS |
| Thwocker | Atari 2600 |
| Title Match Pro Wrestling | Atari 2600 |
| Torin’s Passage | DOS |
| Trick Short | Atari 2600 |
| Vault Assault | Atari 2600 |
| Venetian Blins | Atari 2600 |
| Zork I: The Great Underground Empire | DOS |
| Zork Zera | DOS |
Xbox Retro Classics Achievements
When you play these classic titles, you also get special Achievements. Currently there are a total of 13 Achievements, which you can unlock to get a gamer score of up to 1000. Below is a list of them:
- Classic Beginnings – Play any one game
- This is where it all began – Unlock an original Xbox collectible
- Player One – Win a one vs one challenge
- You vs All – Create a community challenge
- Behind the Medal – Earn a medal in any challenge
- Top 50 – Rank 50th or higher on any leaderboard
- 360 Win – Unlock an Xbox 360 collectible
- Variety of Fun – Play five different games or challenges
- Tournament Hero – Place in the top 50 in a tournament
- Silver Champion – Earn five silver medals
- Keep Collecting – Unlock 15 collectibles
- Touch of Gold – Win all 10 gold medals
- Towards Perfection – Earn all classic collectibles
Conclusion
Xbox’s Retro Classics section is a great attempt at reviving the old era of gaming. While the number of games is limited right now, more titles are expected to be added to this collection over time. Whether you’re on PC, Xbox, or mobile devices—enjoying retro games is now easier and more accessible than ever.
