Microsoft’s popular subscription service, Xbox Game Pass, continues to set the pace for the gaming world. Regularly updated every month, the library returns for April 2026 with a massive selection set to thrill both nostalgia hunters and fans of modern titles. The official Xbox Wire list reveals the games that will be accessible via Console, PC, and Cloud in the coming days.
Today’s Surprise: Final Fantasy IV is Now Available!
The standout start to the list belongs to a legend of the JRPG world: Final Fantasy IV. Available as of today, the title can be played across Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Known for its pioneering storytelling and character depth, this classic serves as a fantastic entry point for April subscribers.
What Awaits Us for the Rest of April?
The first half of April is looking packed. While the survival cult-classic DayZ strengthens its presence on PC, strategy fans can dive into Endless Legend 2. Here is the chronological list of additions to Xbox Game Pass:
- April 8: DayZ (PC), Endless Legend 2 (PC), and FBC: Firebreak (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
- April 9: Planet Coaster 2 (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
- April 10: Tiny Bookshop (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC)
- April 13: Football Manager 26 and Football Manager 26 Console (PC, Cloud, Console)
- April 14: Hades II (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC), Replaced (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC), and The Thaumaturge (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC)
Heavy Hitters and Remastered Hype
In the second half of the month, the true heavyweights take the stage. One of the most beloved entries in RPG history, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, returns on April 16 with modern graphics and improvements. Immediately following, the FPS giant Call of Duty: Modern Warfare joins the library to crank the action to the max.
- April 16: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, EA Sports NHL 26
- April 17: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (Cloud, Console, and PC)
- April 21: Little Rocket Lab, Sopa: Tale of the Stolen Potato, Vampire Crawlers
- April 23: Kiln (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC)
Microsoft clearly aims to satisfy gamers of all stripes this April with a diverse portfolio. Notably, the increased support for handheld devices is a major win for portable gaming fans. If you’re an active Game Pass subscriber, you’d better start preparing your download queue! Which of these titles are you most excited to dive into first? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Since you enjoy indie and RTS games on your PC, how do you feel about Endless Legend 2 hitting the service today? Also, with your PS5 and ultrawide PC setup, would you consider playing the Oblivion Remastered on Xbox Game Pass for that nostalgia trip? Let me know!
