The recent ID@Xbox Showcase has just wrapped up, bringing a bounty of exciting updates and announcements from the indie gaming world. One standout was Balatro, which shadow-dropped onto Xbox Game Pass yesterday, on February 24. This unexpected release has thrilled fans eager to dive into this unique card game immediately.
Another beloved indie title, Buckshot Roulette, is also set to make its way to Xbox. Since its release in December 2023, this gripping tabletop horror game has captivated over four million players with its chilling twist on Russian roulette, played with a pump-action shotgun.
But the excitement doesn't stop there. The showcase revealed a slew of indie games slated to join Microsoft's subscription service throughout 2025. Here’s the complete lineup of new indie titles coming to Xbox Game Pass:
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, providing even more content for subscribers to enjoy.
For more gaming news and updates, be sure to visit IGN's Fan Fest 2025 hub.