This May with Xbox Game Pass you can get even more awesome games, including Metaphor:ReFantazio, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 and more.
Second batch of games coming to Xbox Game Pass during May 2025:
- Monster Train 2 (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S – May 21) The deck-building roguelike returns with a vengeance. Battle across multiple strategic layers aboard a hellbound train, now with deeper customization, new clans, and more hellish enemies.
- Creatures of Ava (Xbox Series X|S – May 22) Explore a vibrant alien world and heal corrupted wildlife in this heartfelt action-adventure game. Bond with strange creatures and protect Ava’s delicate ecosystem.
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (Xbox Series X|S – May 22) Venture into the deadly Exclusion Zone in this atmospheric open-world survival horror. Fight mutants, uncover secrets, and survive intense anomalies in a gritty post-apocalyptic setting.
- Tales of Kenzera: ZAU (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S – May 22) Embark on a heartfelt journey through a world inspired by Bantu mythology. This cinematic action-platformer tells a story of grief, growth, and spiritual discovery.
- Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 (Cloud, Console, PC – May 27) A gripping online action-RPG set in a collapsing Washington, D.C. Team up in this tactical looter-shooter to reclaim order, complete missions, and uncover a sprawling conspiracy.
- To a T (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S – May 28) An uplifting narrative adventure from Keita Takahashi (Katamari Damacy), where you help a teenager living with a T-pose condition find confidence and joy through quirky exploration and heartfelt storytelling.
- Metaphor: ReFantazio (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S – May 29) From the creators of Persona comes a new fantasy JRPG. Enter a world of political intrigue, dreamlike magic, and turn-based combat with deep character progression.
- Spray Paint Simulator (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S – May 29) Unleash your inner graffiti artist in this satisfying simulator. Tag walls, perfect your designs, and let your creativity flow—minus the legal trouble.
- Crypt Custodian (Cloud, Console, PC – June 3) Clean up the underworld—literally. This cozy Metroidvania casts you as a ghost janitor navigating spooky dungeons, battling spirits, and keeping the afterlife spotless.
- Symphonia (Cloud, Console, PC – June 3) A beautiful hand-drawn platformer where music and movement intertwine. Swing, leap, and slide through an orchestral world brought to life by rhythm and grace.
Games Leaving Game Pass – May 31, 2025
Microsoft has announced that some titles will be leaving Xbox Game Pass on May 31. Games that are saying their goodbyes this month are:
- Cassette Beasts (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Firework (PC)
- Humanity (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Remnant 2 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengance of the Slayer (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Be sure to play these titles before they’re removed from the service.
How Much Does Xbox Game Pass Cost?
1. Xbox Game Pass Core ($9.99/month)
Platform: Xbox consoles only
Includes:
- Online multiplayer for all Xbox games
- A curated library of 25+ console games
- Exclusive member discounts
Best for: Players who mainly want online multiplayer and a few rotating games on Xbox.
2. Xbox Game Pass Standard ($14.99/month)
Platform: Xbox consoles only
Includes:
- Full access to the Xbox Game Pass console library
- Online multiplayer
- Member discounts
Best for: Xbox players who want hundreds of console games without needing cross-platform features.
3. PC Game Pass ($11.99/month)
Platform: Windows PCs
Includes:
- Full PC Game Pass library
- Day-one releases
- EA Play membership
- Member discounts
Trail available: you can get first 14 days for $1.00
Best for: PC gamers who want access to a large and growing library, including EA titles.
4. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate ($19.99/month)
Platform: Xbox consoles, Windows PCs, and cloud streaming
Includes:
- All games from Console and PC Game Pass
- Cloud gaming
- Online multiplayer via Xbox Live Gold
- EA Play membership
- Day-one releases
- Member discounts
Best for: Players who use both PC and console, or want full access including cloud gaming.
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