Microsoft has unveiled a substantial wave of new titles for Xbox Game Pass arriving throughout the first half of April, bringing a diverse and impressive roster of more than a dozen games to console, PC, cloud, and handheld platforms. This update is notably packed with high-profile day-one releases, including the much-anticipated sequel Hades 2 and the visually striking retro-futuristic action title Replaced. The service will be enhanced by a total of eighteen new additions over the coming weeks, alongside the confirmed departures of several games mid-month. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of all incoming titles, their availability across different Game Pass tiers, and the games leaving the catalog.
Complete List of April Game Pass Additions
The new games will be staggered throughout April, starting immediately. The list includes both brand-new releases and beloved classics, ensuring variety for subscribers. Below is the full schedule of arrivals.
Early April arrivals (April 7-10)
Final Fantasy IV – April 7 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
DayZ (PC) – April 8 (New to PC Game Pass, already in Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential. Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
Endless Legend 2 (Game Preview) – April 8 (New to Game Pass Premium, already in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass: Playable on PC)
FBC: Firebreak – April 9 (New to Game Pass Premium, already in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
Planet Coaster 2 – April 9 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
Tiny Bookshop – April 10 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC)
Mid-April Highlights (April 13-16)
Football Manager 26 – April 13 (New to Game Pass Premium, already in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on PC)
Football Manager 26 Console – April 13 (New to Game Pass Premium, already in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Console, and PC)
Hades II – April 14 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC)
Replaced – April 14 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
The Thaumaturge – April 14 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered – April 16 (New to Game Pass Premium, already in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
EA Sports NHL 26 – April 16 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud and Xbox Series X|S)
Late April Additions (April 17-23)
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare – April 17 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Console, and PC)
Little Rocket Lab – April 21 (New to Game Pass Premium, already in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Console, and PC)
SOPA: Tale of the Stolen Potato – April 21 (New to Game Pass Premium, already in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
Vampire Crawlers – April 21 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Console, Handheld, and PC)
Kiln – April 23 (Available in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass; Playable on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC)
Key Day-One Releases: Hades 2 and Replaced
The April update is headlined by two significant day-one inclusions. Hades 2, the sequel to Supergiant Games’ critically acclaimed action rogue-like, makes its anticipated debut on Xbox Series X|S and will be available across all major Game Pass tiers. Similarly, Replaced, a cinematic action-adventure game set in a 1980s retro-futuristic world, joins the service on both console and PC from its release date. These additions underscore Microsoft’s commitment to bringing premier titles to subscribers immediately upon launch, maximizing the value of the subscription.
Games Leaving Game Pass in April
As is customary with each catalog refresh, a selection of games will also depart from Game Pass. Xbox has confirmed that on April 15, the following five titles will be removed: Ashen, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, Grand Theft Auto V, My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery, and Terra Invicta. Members wishing to keep these games can purchase them at a discount of up to 20% before they leave the service.
Availability Across Game Pass Tiers and Platforms
The new arrivals are distributed across the various Game Pass subscription plans (Ultimate, Premium, PC, and Essential), with specific notes on which tier gets “new” access versus continued availability. Crucially, the list highlights the expanding multi-platform support, with many games playable on Cloud, Xbox consoles, PC, and increasingly, on Handheld devices like the Xbox Portable or supported Windows handhelds. This reflects the growing emphasis on flexibility and device-agnostic gaming within the Xbox ecosystem.
This robust April lineup demonstrates Xbox Game Pass’s ongoing strategy to blend blockbuster releases with niche gems and celebrated remasters, catering to a wide spectrum of player interests. From the intense action of Hades 2 and Replaced to the strategic depth of Football Manager 26 and the nostalgic return of Oblivion Remastered, the service continues to offer a compelling and ever-evolving library that justifies its position as a leading gaming subscription.
