Xbox Game Pass April 2026 Wave 1 – Full Overview
The first round of games joining Xbox Game Pass in April 2026 is now official, and there will be many awesome games that will delight console and PC gamers alike. This drop includes great day one releases, games that were once fan favorites but are back again, games about sports, strategy, and some nice cozy games. According to Xbox Wire, the drop will begin on April 7, 2026, and continue until April 23. Some of the great game titles include Hades II, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, and Planet Coaster 2
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One of the main advantages of this particular update is that it includes various genres. There is plenty to offer for lovers of action titles including FBC: Firebreak and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, or for those who enjoy strategy games such as Endless Legend 2. Those who are interested in management and simulation will find some new additions such as Planet Coaster 2, Tiny Bookshop, and Football Manager 26. In addition, it is worth mentioning that there is no lack of day one Game Pass games included in the pack.
Another highlight is the effort that Xbox makes in blending AAA titles, independent games, and PC exclusive titles. While some games can only be found on PC Game Pass or will be available first on PC Game Pass, other games will be available on Cloud, Console, and PC. It is essential for Game Pass subscribers from the United States since Game Pass has been considered as a multi-device platform rather than a gaming console. The April Wave 1 games also have in-game bonuses for subscribers.
Additionally, there is an urgent need for gamers who already own their titles. Xbox disclosed that some games will be removed from Game Pass by April 15, such as GTA V, Ashen, and Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. Thus, subscribers will have to ensure that they complete playing them before moving to the recently added titles. Generally, this update stands out among others released recently as one of the most even for American subscribers seeking high-quality entertainment.
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| Game Title | Platform | Release Date | Game Pass Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final Fantasy IV | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC | April 7 | Ultimate, Premium, PC Game Pass |
| DayZ | PC | April 8 | Ultimate, Premium, Essential, PC Game Pass |
| Endless Legend 2 (Game Preview) | PC | April 8 | Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| FBC: Firebreak | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC | April 8 | Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| Planet Coaster 2 | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC | April 9 | Ultimate, Premium, PC Game Pass |
| Tiny Bookshop | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC | April 10 | Ultimate, Premium, PC Game Pass |
| Football Manager 26 | PC | April 13 | Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| Football Manager 26 Console | Cloud, Console, PC | April 13 | Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| Hades II | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC | April 14 | Ultimate, Premium, PC Game Pass |
| Replaced | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC | April 14 | Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| The Thaumaturge | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC | April 14 | Ultimate, Premium, PC Game Pass |
| The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC | April 16 | Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| EA Sports NHL 26 | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S | April 16 | Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare | Cloud, Console, PC | April 17 | Ultimate, Premium, PC Game Pass |
| Little Rocket Lab | Cloud, Console, PC | April 21 | Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| Sopa: Tale of the Stolen Potato | Cloud, Console, Handheld, PC | April 21 | Premium, Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| Vampire Crawlers | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC | April 21 | Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
| Kiln | Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC | April 23 | Ultimate, PC Game Pass |
