Microsoft has unveiled an exciting lineup of Xbox Game Pass titles set to enhance the service in the first half of April 2025. This impressive array of first- and third-party games includes highly anticipated titles such as South of Midnight, Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition, and many more.
The upcoming additions were highlighted in a recent Xbox Wire post, promising a robust month for gamers. The excitement begins tomorrow, April 3, with the release of Gearbox Software's Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition (available on Cloud, Console, and PC) across all 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 is packed with enough content to keep even the most avid Xbox fans engaged throughout the month. However, the excitement continues to build, with South of Midnight (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) and Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition (Console and PC) set to arrive for all Game Pass subscribers on April 8.
*South of Midnight*, crafted by Compulsion Games, delves into the enchanting world of Deep South folklore. This title is poised to be one of Xbox’s major releases of the year, and its inclusion in Game Pass is expected to draw a significant number of players eager to explore its unique narrative. Microsoft's official description teases the immersive experience awaiting players: "Explore the mythos and confront mysterious creatures of the Deep South in this modern folktale while learning to weave an ancient power to surmount obstacles and face the pain haunting your hometown."Following closely, Commandos: Origins (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) will be added to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on April 9, with Blue Prince (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) joining these tiers on April 10. Rounding off the first wave of releases, Hunt: Showdown 1896 (PC) will be available for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers starting April 15.
In addition to the new games, Xbox Game Pass perks are set to receive a refresh in early April 2025. Notable perks 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. For a comprehensive overview, check out the full list of titles and perks coming to Game Pass in the first half of April 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
As new titles join the service, others will depart. On April 15, access to several games will end, including Botany Manor, Coral Island, Harold Halibut, Homestead Arcana, Kona, Orcs Must Die! 3, and Turbo Golf Racing. If you're interested in any of these games but short on time, Microsoft offers a 20% discount for Game Pass members looking to make a last-minute purchase.
