Xbox Game Passhas had some great months in the past, but April 2025 might be the best one yet. There’s something about this month that feels different. It’s not just that we’re getting a lot of games. It’s that the games coming are exciting, varied, and full of potential.
We’re already seeing new game releases in April, ratings showing up online, and rumors starting to match up with what’s actually happening. Some months, we only get one or two big games. April looks like it’s bringing a full lineup of strong titles, not just filler. So, if you’ve been waiting for a reason to jump back into Game Pass, this might be the month to do it.
Modern Warfare 2 & 3 Might Come To Xbox Game Pass In April
Original CoD: MW Games Are Rumored To Be On Their Way
It looks like the original versions ofCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2andModern Warfare 3could be coming to Xbox Game Passsoon. According toInsider Gaming, the Australian Classification Board recently rated both games. They were listed as “cross-gen editions” and both got an MA 15+ rating.Modern Warfare 2was called a “PS5 Cross-Gen Edition,” whileModern Warfare 3didn’t list a platform but was also marked as cross-gen.
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Activision hasn’t officially confirmed these are the original versions, but the use of regular numbers makes it likely that they’re the classic 2009 and 2011 titles. The rating was added on April 3, and the production year is listed as 2025, which lines up with a possible re-release soon. Back in February,there were already rumors that the 2009Modern Warfare 2would come to Xbox Game Pass in March or April. Now that April is here, and the games have been rated, it feels like an announcement could happen any time.
Modern Warfare 2received a Metacritic score of 94/100 for the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions.
If these games join Game Pass this month, it would be a big deal. These were some of the most popular shooters ever made, and it would be exciting to play them again on modern consoles. It would also allow new players to try them for the first time. Nothing is confirmed yet, but the timing makes sense. With how much is already happening in April, this could be a great surprise to top it all off.
April Already Has Some Huge Day-One Releases
Subscribers Have Plenty Of Games This Month
Even without the possibility ofCall of Dutyre-releases, April isalready packed with exciting Day One gameson Xbox Game Pass. Several titles have already made a strong impact, likeSouth of Midnightand thecharmingBlue Prince, which currently has an impressive 92 score onMetacritic. These games are only the tip of the iceberg,as April continues to bring an amazing selection of new releases.
Beyond the day one games, there are games likeDiablo 3: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition, hitting Game Pass on April 8. Just a day later, on April 9, there will be the launch ofDescenders NextandCommandos: Origins.Descenders Nextoffers players an adrenaline-pumping mountain biking experience, whileCommandos: Originsdelivers a compelling blend of tactical gameplay and strategy, perfect for fans of military-themed games.
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The excitement continues on April 15 with the release ofHunt Showdown 1896andGTA 5returning to Game Pass, Hunt Showdownbrings the tension of monster hunting in a dark and gritty world, whileGrand Theft Auto 5’sarrival is a major event, offering players the chance to dive back into the iconic open-world crime drama on the next-gen consoles.
As the month rolls on,Tempopowill join the lineup on April 17. This charming indie game promises a unique experience, focusing on exploration and story-driven gameplay. That’s not all because on April 24,Clair Obscur: Expedition 33will hit Game Pass as another Day One release. This visually stunning game is generating a lot of buzz thanks to its striking art style and intriguing story.
Xbox’s 2025 Schedule Gets Less Clear From Here
There’s A Lot Of Uncertainty In The Rest Of 2025
While April has some exciting Day One releases,the Xbox Game Pass schedule for the rest of 2025 is harder to predict. Several big games are expected later in the year, but many don’t have exact release dates, making it unclear when they’ll actually arrive. One of the big titles coming in May isRevenge of the Savage Planet, due on May 8 as a Day One release.
Doom: The Dark Agesis out on May 15and is also expected to be a hit. Looking further into the year, games likeTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, coming July 11,could bring excitement back to the skateboarding scene. Other games, likeDead Static DriveandVoidtraindon’t have exact release dates but could be released at any time, though they were originally scheduled for Q1.
April’s lineup is packed with awesome games, and even though there are more to come later, it will be hard to top what we’re getting this month.
Titles likeNINJA GAIDEN 4andFBC: Firebreakare still far off, and there’s little information about when they’ll land. Games likeSubnautica 2, The Outer Worlds 2,andWheel Worldare also coming soon, but without solid dates. Others, likeMixtape,REPLACED, andLost in Random: The Eternal Dieare also on the way, but their release dates are still unknown.
More games without confirmed release dates, though expected for Game Pass in 2025, include:
There’s also talk ofFable, Dragon Age: The Veilguard,andHollow Knight: Silksongcoming to Game Pass, though these games also lack unconfirmed release dates. Yet, without confirmation on when exactly they’ll drop, it’s hard to know what to expect.
