Microsoft's recent ID@Xbox Showcase delivered a wealth of updates and announcements for indie game enthusiasts. Highlights include the surprise release of Balatro on Xbox Game Pass on February 24th, and the upcoming addition of the popular horror title Buckshot Roulette.
The showcase confirmed a significant influx of indie games joining the Xbox Game Pass subscription service throughout 2025. Here's a comprehensive list:
Xbox Game Pass 2025 Lineup:
- Balatro (Cloud, Console, and PC) - Available Now
- 33 Immortals (Cloud, Console, and PC) - March 18th
- Descenders Next (Console and PC) - April 9th
- Blue Prince (Cloud, Console, and PC) - April 10th
- Tempopo (Cloud, Console, and PC) - April 17th
- Revenge of the Savage Planet (Consoles) - May 8th
- Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (Consoles and PC) - 2025
- Tanuki: Pon's Summer (Consoles and PC) - Late 2025
- Buckshot Roulette (Consoles and PC) - Date To Be Confirmed (TBC)
- Echo Weaver (Cloud, Console, and PC) - TBC
- Ultimate Sheep Raccoon (Consoles and PC) - TBC
In addition to this impressive lineup, Watch Dogs: Legion is now available on Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard (February 25th).
For more information, visit IGN's Fan Fest 2025 hub.
