Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is set to unveil an exciting lineup of five day-one games in April 2026. However, subscribers of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass will need to exercise a bit of patience, as the first two weeks of the month will not feature any new releases. The anticipation builds as the latter half of April promises a series of noteworthy titles, including a new release from Xbox Game Studios, an Xbox Series X port of the highest-rated game of 2026, and a long-awaited exclusive.
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Replaced
Replaced, a cinematic side-scrolling platformer developed by Sad Cat Studios and published by Thunderful Games and Coatsink, is making its debut as an Xbox Series X console exclusive on April 14. This marks a significant milestone for the Belarus-based studio, as it will be their first release.
Hades 2
Following its successful launch on Nintendo Switch and PC, Hades 2 is set to make its way to Xbox Series X on April 14. Developed by the acclaimed Supergiant Games, this title was the highest-rated game of 2025, further solidifying its place in the gaming landscape.
Aphelion
On April 28, players can look forward to Aphelion, a sci-fi action-adventure game infused with stealth elements, brought to life by Don’t Nod, the creators behind the beloved Life is Strange series.
Kiln
From the renowned Double Fine Productions, Kiln is a team-based multiplayer party brawler scheduled for release on April 23. An open beta for PC players will take place from April 9 to April 11, allowing gamers to get a taste of the action ahead of its official launch.
Vampire Crawlers
Lastly, Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors, a roguelite deckbuilder spin-off from developer Poncle, is slated for release on April 21. This title promises to add a fresh twist to the beloved franchise.
All the aforementioned games will be available on Xbox Series X and PC, with the exception of Hades II, which is already accessible on PC and will exclusively arrive on Xbox Series X. Notably, none of these titles will be available for Xbox One, meaning that there are currently no day-one Xbox Game Pass offerings for Xbox One subscribers in April.
