Xbox Game Pass subscribers have plenty to look forward to this month. On April 7, 2026, Xbox officially announced its first major content wave for April, adding a diverse mix of new titles across Cloud, Console, PC, and Handheld platforms. Whether you’re into action-packed roguelikes, creative indie experiences, sports simulations, or classic remasters, this update delivers fresh games to keep your Xbox game sessions exciting without breaking the bank.
The headline additions include several Day One releases, meaning you can jump in right when they launch if you’re subscribed. Standout titles highlighted in the announcement are Hades II, Vampire Crawlers, and Kiln, alongside big names like The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, EA Sports NHL 26, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare.
Games Arriving in April 2026 Wave 1
Here’s the full schedule of confirmed additions (availability varies by tier: Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, PC Game Pass, or Essential):
- April 7: Final Fantasy IV (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- April 8: DayZ (PC), Endless Legend 2 (Game Preview, PC), FBC: Firebreak (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC), Warhammer Vermintide 2 (Cloud & Console – for Essential subscribers)
- April 9: Planet Coaster 2 (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- April 10: Tiny Bookshop (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC)
- April 13: Football Manager 26 (PC & Console versions)
- April 14: Hades II (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC), Replaced (Day One – Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC), The Thaumaturge (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- April 16: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC), EA Sports NHL 26 (Cloud & Xbox Series X|S via EA Play)
- April 17: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (Cloud, Console, PC)
- April 21: Little Rocket Lab (Cloud, Console, PC), Sopa: Tale of the Stolen Potato (Cloud, Console, Handheld, PC), Vampire Crawlers (Day One – Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC)
- April 23: Kiln (Day One – Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC)
Hades II brings acclaimed roguelike action, Greek mythology, endless replayability, and intense dungeon crawling. Vampire Crawlers, from the creators of Vampire Survivors, offers a hyper turn-based, rogue-lite card-driven experience. Kiln delivers a unique pottery power-fantasy where creativity meets destruction in online arenas.
Classic fans will appreciate The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, which updates the 2006 Game of the Year with modern visuals and refined gameplay. Sports enthusiasts get EA Sports NHL 26 with EA Play benefits for Game Pass Ultimate members, including a Supercharge Bundle until May 16 and 10% off EA digital purchases.
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Games Leaving Game Pass on April 15
To make room for the new arrivals, the following titles will leave on April 15, 2026. Subscribers can save up to 20% if they want to purchase them permanently:
- Ashen
- Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
- Grand Theft Auto V
- My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery
- Terra Invicta (Game Preview, PC)
Extra Perks and Benefits for Subscribers
Xbox Game Pass continues to sweeten the deal with in-game rewards:
- Albion Online (joining April 21): Exclusive Green Knight vanity and mount, 100,000 Fame, 3 days of Premium status, and 3000 Victory Emote charges.
- World of Warships (benefits starting April 9): Access to naval battles with over 600 ships and customization options.
- Other ongoing perks include quick arcade action in Microsoft Bubble and upcoming updates, such as the Dome Keeper multiplayer mode.
Megan Spurr, Senior Community Lead at Xbox Game Pass, said: We have a whole pile of games for you to check out coming soon to Game Pass below, including some you might have seen announced in our most recent Partner Preview! Grab your controllers, your keyboards and mice (and I suggest some headphones as some of these games have killer soundtracks), and let’s get to the games!
Why This Wave Matters for Your Xbox Game Experience
This April 2026 update keeps the Xbox game ecosystem vibrant by mixing blockbuster franchises, indie gems, and remastered classics. Day One drops for Replaced, Vampire Crawlers, and Kiln give subscribers instant access to brand-new releases perfect for avoiding full-price purchases while exploring fresh gameplay styles.
Whether you play on console, PC, cloud streaming, or handheld devices, the broad platform support ensures flexibility. With titles spanning management sims (Football Manager 26, Planet Coaster 2), action RPGs, and sports, there’s something for every type of gamer.
If you’re not yet subscribed, this wave offers a strong reason to jump in. Keep an eye on Xbox Wire for further updates, as more details or additional titles could be revealed throughout the month. For the latest on Xbox game additions and to manage your Game Pass library, head over to the official Xbox dashboard or app. Happy gaming!
