Microsoft's latest ID@Xbox Showcase was a whirlwind of excitement, packed with updates and announcements from some of the most intriguing indie games on the market. A standout highlight was the surprise release of Balatro, which shadow-dropped onto Xbox Game Pass on February 24th. This unexpected launch has delighted fans eager to dive into this unique game.
Another beloved indie title, Buckshot Roulette, is set to make its way to Xbox. Just a year after its debut in December 2023, this tabletop horror game captivated over four million players with its intense and chilling twist on Russian roulette, this time using a pump-action shotgun.
But the excitement doesn't stop there. The showcase revealed a slew of new indie titles set to join Microsoft's subscription service later in 2025. Here's a comprehensive list of the new indie games confirmed to be 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 **(Cloud, Console, and PC)** is set to launch into Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard today, February 25th.
For more updates and coverage, don't forget to visit IGN's Fan Fest 2025 hub.
