Microsoft Unveils April 2025 Xbox Game Pass Wave 1

Microsoft has unveiled an impressive lineup of Xbox Game Pass titles set to join the service in the first half of April 2025, featuring a mix of first- and third-party games. Notable additions include South of Midnight, Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition, and more. This diverse selection promises to cater to a wide range of gaming preferences, ensuring an exciting month for subscribers.

The details of this exciting month were shared in a recent Xbox Wire post. The action kicks off tomorrow, April 3, with the arrival of Gearbox Software’s Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition (available on Cloud, Console, and PC) across all tiers. Joining it 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 with Game Pass Standard. This initial wave offers plenty to keep Xbox enthusiasts engaged throughout the month. However, the excitement continues as South of Midnight (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) and Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition (Console and PC) become available for all Game Pass subscribers on April 8.

*South of Midnight*, developed by Compulsion Games, is set in the Deep South and promises to be one of the year's most anticipated releases. Microsoft’s official description highlights its immersive storytelling: “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) joins Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on April 9, with Blue Prince (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X | S) arriving for the same tiers on April 10. Rounding out the Wave 1 releases, Hunt: Showdown 1896 (PC) will be added for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers on April 15.

In addition to the new titles, Xbox Game Pass perks are also being refreshed for the first half of April 2025. Key highlights include the Beyond the Void Bundle for The First Descendant, the Sweet Starter Pack for Candy Crush Solitaire on mobile devices, and the anniversary Seventh Serving Emote for Sea of Thieves fans. A comprehensive 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

As new games join the service, others will depart. Subscribers will lose access to the following titles on April 15. If you're interested in any of these games but short on time, Microsoft offers a 20% discount for members looking to purchase them before they leave.

Games Leaving Game Pass April 15

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