Xbox Game Pass in April 2026 is off to a very strong start, with Microsoft opening the month with a packed first wave led by Hades 2, Replaced, Oblivion Remastered, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare.
Microsoft has revealed the first wave of titles arriving on Xbox Game Pass in April, delivering one of the strongest lineups in months, led by the console release of Hades 2 and day-one arrival of Replaced.
TL;DR – Xbox Game Pass April 2026 Wave 1
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Other major titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Oblivion Remastered, and Vampire Crawlers are also joining the service across various subscription tiers.
Headliner Games
Hades 2 is a sequel to the highly praised Supergiant Games roguelike.
Hades II
Release Date: May 01, 2024
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Adventure, Indie, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Building on the original’s award-winning formula, it offers fast-paced combat, stunning visuals, and a captivating storyline. The game joins Game Pass on the day of its console debut.
Replaced launches on Game Pass day one, taking players on a journey through a dark cyberpunk world presented as a 2.5D platformer.
REPLACED
Release Date: April 14, 2026
Genres: Platform, Adventure, Indie
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered modernizes a Bethesda classic, refining gameplay systems and offering brand-new visuals.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Release Date: April 22, 2025
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare redefined the series with a grounded campaign inspired by modern global conflicts.
CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE
Release Date: October 25, 2019
Genres: Shooter
Coming Soon Highlights
Other noteworthy additions to Game Pass include:
Final Fantasy IV – A classic JRPG adventure with iconic characters, turn-based combat, and old-school fantasy storytelling.
FINAL FANTASY IV Bundle
Release Date: September 17, 2014
Genres: RPG
Release date: April 7
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
DayZ – A hardcore survival game where staying alive means scavenging, fighting off threats, and dealing with other unpredictable players.
DayZ
Release Date: December 16, 2013
Genres: Shooter, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Tactical, Adventure, Indie
Release date: April 8
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, Game Pass Essential, PC Game Pass
Endless Legend 2 (Game Preview) – A strategy game built around empire management, tactical decisions, and expanding your influence in a fantasy world.
Endless Legend 2
Release Date: August 22, 2025
Genres: Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Release date: April 8
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
FBC: Firebreak – A co-op FPS set in a strange and dangerous world, combining action combat with supernatural-style threats.
FBC: Firebreak
Release Date: June 17, 2025
Genres: Shooter
Release date: April 8
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
Planet Coaster 2 – A simulation game where you build, manage, and customize your own theme park with creative tools and business systems.
Planet Coaster 2
Release Date: November 06, 2024
Genres: Simulator, Strategy, Adventure
Release date: April 9
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
Tiny Bookshop – A cozy sim focused on running a small bookshop, creating a relaxing experience around books, community, and management.
Tiny Bookshop
Release Date: August 07, 2025
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Indie
Release date: April 10
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
Football Manager 26 – A deep sports sim where you manage every aspect of a football club, from tactics to transfers and long-term planning.
Football Manager 26
Release Date: November 04, 2025
Genres: Simulator, Sport, Strategy
Release date: April 13
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
Football Manager 26 Console – The console-focused version of Football Manager, offering strategic club management with a streamlined interface.
Release date: April 13
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
The Thaumaturge – A story-driven RPG with supernatural themes, investigation elements, and character-focused decision-making.
The Thaumaturge
Release Date: March 04, 2024
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Adventure, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Release date: April 14
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
EA Sports NHL 26 – A sports game built around fast-paced hockey action, competitive matches, and official league presentation.
NHL 26
Release Date: September 12, 2025
Genres: Sport
Release date: April 16
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Little Rocket Lab – An automation and sim RPG where you rebuild a rocket, help a community, and mix chill progression with creative systems.
Little Rocket Lab
Release Date: October 07, 2025
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Adventure, Puzzle
Release date: April 21
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
Sopa: Tale of the Stolen Potato – An adventure game with a magical setting, emotional storytelling, and a strong narrative focus.
Release date: April 21
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
Vampire Crawlers – A roguelike deckbuilder and day-one release that mixes card-based mechanics with chaotic, replayable combat.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors
Release Date: April 21, 2026
Genres: Strategy, Indie, Adventure
Release date: April 21
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Kiln – A day-one action PvP game where creativity and combat collide in competitive multiplayer matches.
Release date: April 23
Xbox Game Pass tiers: Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
Game Updates and Live Service Content
Two titles receive updates:
- Dome Keeper – Multiplayer update
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 03 – New maps, modes, and weapons
In-Game Bonuses for Subscribers
Game Pass continues to offer in-game benefits:
Games Leaving the Service in April
Several titles will leave the catalog on April 15:
- Ashen
- Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
- Grand Theft Auto V
- My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery
- Terra Invicta
Players who wish to keep these titles can purchase them at a 20% discount.
Final Thoughts
The first wave of Game Pass titles for April offers a strong mix of genres and experiences, from addictive indie roguelikes to returning classics and multiplayer-driven titles.
With day-one releases, major titles, and ongoing live service support, Game Pass continues to deliver one of the most diverse gaming libraries currently available.