Microsoft's latest ID@Xbox Showcase was a thrilling event packed with exciting updates and announcements from the indie gaming world. One of the highlights was the surprise release of Balatro, which shadow-dropped onto Xbox Game Pass on February 24. This card-based roguelike has quickly become a must-play for many gamers.
Another indie darling, 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 terrifying twist on Russian roulette, using a pump-action shotgun.
But the excitement doesn't stop there. The showcase revealed a slew of new indie titles slated to join Microsoft's subscription service throughout 2025. Here's a comprehensive list of all the indie games confirmed to hit Xbox Game Pass later this year:
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 launching into Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard today, February 25.
For more updates and coverage, be sure to visit IGN's Fan Fest 2025 hub.
