ID@Xbox Showcase Feb 2025: All Game Pass Games Announced

Author: Claire Apr 16,2025

Microsoft's recent ID@Xbox Showcase was packed with exciting updates and announcements, spotlighting some of the most anticipated indie games. One standout, Balatro, surprised everyone by shadow-dropping onto Xbox Game Pass on February 24. This innovative game has already captured the hearts of many gamers with its unique gameplay.

Another fan-favorite, Buckshot Roulette, is also making its way to Xbox. Released just last December 2023, this tabletop horror game became an instant hit, drawing over four million players into its chilling version of Russian roulette with a pump-action shotgun. The excitement around its Xbox release is palpable.

But the surprises didn't stop there. The showcase unveiled a slew of indie titles set to enrich the Xbox Game Pass library in 2025. Here’s a complete rundown of the newly confirmed indie games coming to Xbox Game Pass:

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, Watch Dogs: Legion is set to launch on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard today, February 25. This title will further enhance the diverse gaming experience available on the platform.

For more information and updates on these exciting additions, be sure to check out IGN's Fan Fest 2025 hub.