Microsoft has just announced an exciting array of titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in the first half of April 2025, showcasing a diverse mix of first- and third-party games. The lineup includes eagerly awaited titles such as South of Midnight, Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition, and more. This robust selection promises to offer something for every type of gamer.

According to a recent Xbox Wire post, the month kicks off with a bang starting tomorrow, April 3, with the addition of Gearbox Software’s Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition (available on Cloud, Console, and PC) for all Game Pass tiers. Joining it are All You Need Is Help (Console), Still Wakes the Deep (Xbox Series X|S), and Wargroove 2 (Console), all of which will be accessible through Game Pass Standard. This initial wave is packed with content to keep even the most avid Xbox fans engaged throughout the month. But the excitement doesn't stop there—within just five days, on April 8, subscribers can dive into South of Midnight (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) and Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition (Console and PC), both available across all Game Pass tiers.

South of Midnight, developed by Compulsion Games, is set in the Deep South and promises an immersive folklore adventure. Microsoft describes it as an opportunity to "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 title is poised to be one of Xbox's most anticipated releases of the year, and its inclusion in Game Pass is sure to attract a large audience eager to explore its unique narrative and gameplay.

The following days bring more excitement with Commandos: Origins (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on April 9, and Blue Prince (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) following suit on April 10 for the same tiers. Wrapping up the first wave of releases, Hunt: Showdown 1896 (PC) will be available for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers starting April 15.

Alongside the new game additions, 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. A complete list of all the new content coming to Game Pass in early April 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 titles join the service, others will be leaving. By April 15, you will lose access to several games, including Botany Manor, Coral Island, Harold Halibut, Homestead Arcana, Kona, Orcs Must Die! 3, and Turbo Golf Racing. If you're keen on playing any of these before they depart, consider taking advantage of the 20% discount offered to Game Pass members for last-minute purchases.