Microsoft Unveils Xbox Game Pass April 2025 Lineup

Microsoft has announced an exciting array of Xbox Game Pass titles slated to join the service in the first half of April 2025, featuring a robust selection of first- and third-party games. The lineup includes highly anticipated releases like South of Midnight, Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition, and many more. This announcement was detailed in a recent Xbox Wire post, setting the stage for an action-packed month starting tomorrow, April 3.

The month kicks off with Gearbox Software’s Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, available across Cloud, Console, and PC platforms for all Game Pass tiers. Joining the fray on the same day are All You Need Is Help (Console), Still Wakes the Deep (Xbox Series X | S), and Wargroove 2 (Console), all accessible through Game Pass Standard. This initial wave offers a diverse range of gaming experiences to keep Xbox enthusiasts engaged throughout the month. However, the excitement doesn't stop there; just five days later, on April 8, South of Midnight (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) and Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition (Console and PC) will become available to all Game Pass subscribers.

South of Midnight, developed by Compulsion Games, is set in the Deep South and promises to be one of Xbox's major releases this year. Microsoft describes it as a modern folktale where players explore the mythos and confront mysterious creatures, learning to harness an ancient power to overcome obstacles and heal their hometown. This addition to Game Pass is expected to draw a significant number of players eager to delve into its rich narrative and unique gameplay.

Following closely, April 9 brings Commandos: Origins (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, while Blue Prince (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) joins the service on April 10 for the same tiers. Rounding out the first wave of releases, Hunt: Showdown 1896 (PC) will be added for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers on April 15.

In addition to new games, Xbox Game Pass perks are also being updated for the first half of April 2025. Notable additions include the Beyond the Void Bundle for The First Descendant, the Sweet Starter Pack for Candy Crush Solitaire on mobile devices, and an anniversary Seventh Serving Emote for Sea of Thieves enthusiasts. A complete list of all the new additions can be found below.

Xbox Game Pass April 2025 Wave 1 Lineup

Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition (Cloud, Console, and PC) – April 3
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard
All You Need is Help (Console) – April 3
Now with Game Pass Standard
Still Wakes the Deep (Xbox Series X|S) – April 3
Now with Game Pass Standard
Wargroove 2 (Console) – April 3
Now with Game Pass Standard
Diablo III: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition (Console and PC) – April 8
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard
South of Midnight (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – April 8
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Commandos: Origins (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X|S) – April 9
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Blue Prince (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X|S) – April 10
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Hunt: Showdown 1896 (PC) – April 15
Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

With the arrival of new titles, some games will be departing from the Game Pass service on April 15. If you're interested in any of these leaving titles, consider playing them before they go, or take advantage of the 20% discount offered to members for last-minute purchases.

Games Leaving Game Pass April 15

Botany Manor
Coral Island
Harold Halibut
Homestead Arcana
Kona
Orcs Must Die! 3
Turbo Golf Racing