Microsoft has unveiled an exciting lineup of Xbox Game Pass titles set to join the service in the first half of April 2025. This robust selection includes both first- and third-party games, such as South of Midnight, Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition, and more. This month promises to be a thrilling one for Xbox enthusiasts, as detailed in a recent Xbox Wire post.
The month kicks off on April 3 with the addition of Gearbox Software’s Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, available on Cloud, Console, and PC for all tiers. Joining it 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 games to keep players 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 be available for 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 most anticipated releases of the year. Microsoft’s official description highlights its unique appeal: “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.” This game is sure to draw in a large audience eager to experience its folklore adventure.
Following closely, Commandos: Origins (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) will be added on April 9 for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. On April 10, Blue Prince (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) will join the lineup for the same tiers. Rounding out the first wave of releases, Hunt: Showdown 1896 (PC) will be available on April 15 for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers.
In addition to the new games, Xbox Game Pass perks are also being refreshed for the first half of 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 fans. Below is the full list of titles coming to Game Pass in the first half of April:
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 games join the service, some titles will be leaving Game Pass on April 15. If you're interested in any of these games, 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
