
Xbox is on a mission to please its subscribers. OG announced six upcoming game releases—there’s something for everyone. 2025 is like a party year for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, who experience new surprises from the developers every month.
At the end of january 2025, multiple day-one games were released for Xbox Game Pass. A game was released in february and march, but april is coming up with a big bang: back-to-back releases of six games to give gamers a memorable and exciting experience.
1. South of Midnight Achievements
South of Midnight(S.O.M) is a fictional, adventurous game set in the Native American era. In it, hazel is on a mission to rescue her mother. The trailer for this game has been by many on YouTube since its release last month.
Release date: 8th of april 2025 (Premium subscribers can enjoy the release days earlier)
Platform: Windows and Xbox Series X/S.
2. Commando: Origin
Commando will be released the next day after the release of SOM. The game is the sixth installment of the commando series. Gamers highly appreciate all the series for hardcore challenges. The six episodes feature the original 6 commandos members; each spy possesses a unique skill.
The game can be played with strategic planning and defensive skills. The player will experience the pressure on the fighter when he is on the battlefield.
Release date: 9th of April 2025
Platform: PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S worldwide.
3. Descenders
The second release is on the same date, but both are not similar. The attractive features of this game are:
- An extreme sports game
- It’s the sequel to the original cycling decenders.
- Mind-blowing and real-life resembling illustrations of grasslands, snowy slopes, and dry mountains.
Release date: 9th of April 2025
Platform: Pc and console for gamers worldwide
4. Blue Prince
It is set in the mysterious mansion of Mt. Holly, where the layout that a gamer will see changes daily for an engaging experience.
The player has to solve puzzles and mysteries to pass the level. The small details in every level is designed to match the real-life experience.
Skills tested: Strategical and analytical thinking
Release date: 10th of April 2025
Platform: Pc, playstation 5, and Xbox series X/S.
5. Tempopo
Release date: 17th of April 2025
Expected audience: Music lovers or those who are not into violent games
Platform: Pc and consoles.
The game targets music lovers.. It involves solving puzzles to retrieve musical flowers. Your mission is to rescue the flowers and arrange them in a personal melodic garden, creating a unique musical performance according to your preferences.
6. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
It is an adventurous game to test hardcore strategic skills. The gameplay combines turn-based strategy with real-time actions, dodging, parrying, and timed attacks. The game is about the survival of humanity, where the last man left on earth has to face challenges to keep humanity alive.
Release: 24th of april 2025
Genre: role-playing, adventurous, and action games.
Platform: Xbox announced that it will launch on Pc, playstation 5, and Xbox series X/S.
Xbox continues to captivate gamers worldwide with its visually stunning and immersive gaming experiences that evoke a deep sense of nostalgia. For instance, titles like the upcoming Halo Infinite and the remastered Fable series transport players to richly detailed worlds, blending cutting-edge graphics with the charm of classic gaming eras. Moreover, the company’s adaptive approach ensures that each new release aligns with current trends and player preferences, as demonstrated by the highly anticipated lineup announced in May. Consequently, this diverse range of genres—from action-packed shooters to thought-provoking RPGs—sparks significant excitement in the global gaming community. Additionally, a recently released YouTube trailer, featuring breathtaking visuals and innovative gameplay mechanics, further fuels this buzz. Together, these elements reinforce Xbox’s leadership in delivering exceptional gaming experiences.
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