Microsoft's latest ID@Xbox Showcase has dazzled fans with a flurry of updates and announcements on some of the most exciting indie games out there. The spotlight was on Balatro, which made a surprising shadow-drop onto Xbox Game Pass on February 24. This unexpected launch has thrilled many, offering immediate access to this captivating title.
Another indie darling, Buckshot Roulette, is set to join the Xbox family. Launched in December 2023, this tabletop horror game quickly captivated over four million players with its chilling twist on Russian roulette, this time with a pump-action shotgun.
But the excitement doesn't stop there. The showcase unveiled a slew of indie games slated to hit Xbox Game Pass throughout 2025. Here's the full lineup of what's coming:
Xbox Game Pass 2025 lineup:
Balatro (Cloud, Console, and PC) - out now
33 Immortals (Cloud, Console, and PC) - March 18
Descenders Next (Console and PC) - April 9
Blue Prince (Cloud, Console, and PC) - April 10
Tempopo (Cloud, Console, and PC) - April 17
Revenge of the Savage Planet (Consoles) - May 8
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (Consoles and PC) - 2025
Tanuki: Pon's Summer (Consoles and PC) - late 2025
Buckshot Roulette (Consoles and PC) - TBC
Echo Weaver (Cloud, Console, and PC) - TBC
Ultimate Sheep Raccoon (Consoles and PC) - TBC
In addition to these indie gems, fans can dive into Watch Dogs: Legion, which is rolling out on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard starting today, February 25.
For more exciting gaming news and updates, be sure to visit IGN's Fan Fest 2025 hub.