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Subscribers of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass will see a wave of fresh additions in the second half of April 2026. Microsoft has announced five games that will join the service on their launch day, featuring an exclusive for Xbox Series X and a top-rated release from 2025. The lineup includes titles from established developers, spanning genres from platformers to roguelite.
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Replaced, the first game from Sad Cat Studios, blends platforming elements with cinematic science-fiction storytelling. Set in a dystopian environment, players take on the role of an artificial intelligence trapped in a human form, navigating pixel art influenced by classic styles. The game launches on April 14 as an exclusive for Xbox Series X consoles and will be available immediately in Game Pass for Xbox and PC.
Hades II
Hades II, the follow-up action title from Supergiant Games, immerses players in a mythological setting with fast-paced combat and randomly generated levels. The game, which earned the title of highest-rated on PC and Nintendo Switch in 2025, is now coming to Xbox Series X. Its release on April 14 will make it accessible through Game Pass on PC and Xbox Series X only, with no compatibility for Xbox One.
Aphelion
Aphelion, developed by Don't Nod, is an action-adventure game with stealth features, set in a science-fiction universe. Players control a character uncovering secrets on a space station, combining exploration with strategic gameplay. It arrives on April 28 and will be offered on day one in Xbox Game Pass for Xbox Series X and PC.
Kiln
Kiln, a multiplayer party game with fighting mechanics from Double Fine Productions, is known for its inventive designs. In this team-based experience, participants compete in hectic battles, constructing and demolishing structures in a lively world. The full release is set for April 23, following an open beta on PC from April 9 to 11, and the game will enter Game Pass right away for Xbox and PC.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, a spin-off of the Vampire Survivors series by Poncle, merges roguelite mechanics with deck-building. Players battle waves of vampires across ever-changing levels, crafting unique tactics. The title debuts on April 21 and will be available on day one in Xbox Game Pass for Xbox Series X and PC.
No new games are scheduled for the first half of April. These launches reflect Microsoft's approach to offering up-to-date content for subscribers, encompassing works from its studios and collaborators.
