Microsoft's recent ID@Xbox Showcase was a treasure trove of updates and announcements, featuring some of the most exciting indie games on the scene. The highlight was Balatro, which made a surprise debut on Xbox Game Pass on February 24. This game has quickly captured the hearts of gamers everywhere with its unique gameplay.

Another beloved indie, Buckshot Roulette, is set to join the Xbox family. Since its launch in December 2023, this tabletop horror game has thrilled over four million players with its intense, nerve-wracking twist on Russian roulette using a pump-action shotgun.

But the excitement doesn't stop there. The showcase revealed an impressive lineup of new indie games set to hit Xbox Game Pass throughout 2025:

Xbox Game Pass 2025 lineup:

Balatro (Cloud, Console, and PC) - out now
33 Immortals (Cloud, Console, and PC) - March 18
Descenders Next (Console and PC) - April 9
Blue Prince (Cloud, Console, and PC) - April 10
Tempopo (Cloud, Console, and PC) - April 17
Revenge of the Savage Planet (Consoles) - May 8
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (Consoles and PC) - 2025
Tanuki: Pon's Summer (Consoles and PC) - late 2025
Buckshot Roulette (Consoles and PC) - TBC
Echo Weaver (Cloud, Console, and PC) - TBC
Ultimate Sheep Raccoon (Consoles and PC) - TBC

In addition to these indie gems, Watch Dogs: Legion **(Cloud, Console, and PC)** is now available on Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard as of today, February 25.

For more gaming news and updates, be sure to visit IGN's Fan Fest 2025 hub.