April 2025 is shaping up to be a banner month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, with a slew of highly anticipated titles hitting the service. While titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and the atmosphere-drenched South of Midnight have been hitting the headlines, here’s a full run down of everything that’s been officially confirmed to land on Game Pass this month:
South of Midnight (April 8): This incredibly atmospheric title from Compulsion Games has been generating excitement for its unique Southern Gothic aesthetic and compelling narrative. This third-person action-adventure is a day-one Game Pass release set in a darkly magical version of the American Deep South. Players control Hazel, a Weaver, who confronts mythical creatures and uncovers her family’s past.
Descenders Next (April 9): A sequel to the popular extreme sports title Descenders, this game promises enhanced biking action and new challenges, dropping onto Game Pass shortly after its debut. Developed by RageSquid, Descenders Next expands on the original with new sports and environments, emphasizing high-speed action.
Commandos: Origins (April 9): A revival of the classic real-time tactics series, this title brings stealth and strategy back to the forefront, appealing to both nostalgic fans and newcomers alike. Developed by Claymore Game Studios and reviving the classic Commandos series, Cammandos: Origins focuses on stealth-based missions set during World War II.
Blue Prince (April 10): An indie gem with a mysterious vibe, this game welcomes players to Mt. Holly, a mysterious manor with shifting rooms. From Raw Fury and Dogubomb, Blue Prince invites players to explore and puzzle-solve in a satisfying blend of strategy and narrative.
Grand Theft Auto V (April 15): Rockstar’s iconic action adventure pits a young street hustler, a retired bank robber, and a terrifying psychopath against the most frightening and deranged elements of the criminal underworld, the U.S. government, and the entertainment industry. The trio must pull off a series of dangerous heists to survive in a ruthless city in which they can trust nobody — least of all each other.
Neon White (April 16): A fast-paced first-person action game about demon slaying.
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Patrick Star Game (April 16): An open-world game set in Bikini Bottom.
Tempopo (April 17): A quirky, colorful addition to the lineup, this game offers a fresh take on puzzle-platforming and is expected to charm players with its whimsical design. described as a psychedelic soundscape in the sky, players must puzzle their way through the seasons by conducting chaotic Tempopo in order to rescue musical flowers. Aww!
Crime Scene Cleaner (April 17): A simulation game where you clean up crime scenes.
The Elder Scrolls lV: Oblivion Remastered (April 22): A stunning update to 2007’s love letter to the RPG format. Shadow dropped on April 22, Oblivion Remastered boasts a complete visual overhaul with high-resolution textures, enhanced lighting, and detailed environments powered by Unreal Engine 5. The game also includes both major expansions, Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine, along with additional downloadable content. MORE HERE
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (April 24): This turn-based RPG has been a hot topic thanks to its cinematic visuals and deep storytelling. Its arrival on Game Pass is a major coup for subscribers. Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Towerborne (April 29): Rounding out the month, this co-op action RPG action-adventure from Stoic Studio brings a vibrant fantasy world to explore, with a focus on teamwork and progression. The Belfry stands as a beacon of hope and safety amongst the ruins of humanity and the City of Numbers, with monsters lurking right outside the tower’s walls. You are an Ace, born anew from the spirit realm with the skills, the grit, and the determination to protect the people of the Belfry.
Far Cry 4 (April 30): Traveling to Kyrat to fulfill your mother’s dying wish, you find yourself caught up in a civil war to overthrow the oppressive regime of dictator Pagan Min in this iconic FPS.