Microsoft announced the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in February 2025. The list includes anticipated new releases, the return of popular games, and additions to Game Pass Standard. The highlight of the month will be the release of the RPG Avowed by Obsidian Entertainment, which will appear on Game Pass on its release day, February 18. Other significant additions include Madden NFL 25, Starfield, and Far Cry New Dawn.

Start of the month: Far Cry New Dawn

The month opens with Far Cry New Dawn, which became available on February 4 on cloud services (Cloud), consoles (Console), and PCs for Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard subscribers. In this shooter from Ubisoft, the events unfold in post-apocalyptic Montana, where players fight against the "Highwaymen" gang and restore civilization.

Game Pass Standard additions: Starfield and more

The next day, February 5, Game Pass Standard will receive three new games: Another Crab’s Treasure, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, and Starfield. Starfield, a space RPG from Bethesda, attracts special attention as it becomes available to Game Pass Standard subscribers for the first time since its release.

Football in Game Pass: Madden NFL 25

On February 6, Madden NFL 25 will appear in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass through EA Play. With the Super Bowl coming up over the weekend, American football fans can enjoy the newest edition of the legendary series or even recreate the big finale in the game.

Return of Kingdom Two Crowns

On February 13, the strategy/management simulator Kingdom Two Crowns returns to Game Pass Ultimate and Game Pass Standard. Players can build and defend their kingdoms both solo and in cooperative mode.

Main release of the month: Avowed

The most anticipated release of the month is February 18, when the RPG Avowed by Obsidian Entertainment will appear in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. This first-person fantasy game is set in the Pillars of Eternity universe. Players can expect dynamic combat gameplay, a non-linear storyline, and an open world. Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers can purchase the Premium Upgrade Addon, allowing them to start the game five days earlier, receive unique skins, a digital artbook, and a soundtrack.

Full list of Xbox Game Pass games (February 2025, first wave):

• February 4 – Far Cry New Dawn (Cloud, Console, PC) – Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard
• February 5 – Another Crab’s Treasure (Console) – Game Pass Standard
• February 5 – Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes (Console) – Game Pass Standard
• February 5 – Starfield (Xbox Series X|S) – Game Pass Standard
• February 6 – Madden NFL 25 (Cloud, Console, PC) – Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass (EA Play)
• February 13 – Kingdom Two Crowns (Cloud, Console) – Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Standard
• February 18 – Avowed (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass

Which games will leave Game Pass on February 15?

With the arrival of new games, several titles will leave the Game Pass library on February 15, including Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and Tales of Arise. Players can take advantage of Game Pass discounts to purchase these games before their removal.

This is just the first wave of games for February 2025 — Microsoft will announce even more new games later this month. With AAA games, indie hits, and the return of iconic projects, this month promises to be exciting for all Game Pass subscribers!