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📅April 9, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Xbox Game Pass reveals major April 2026 wave 1 lineup with 15 titles including Hades 2 and Planet Coaster 2, while Pokemon Go and other platforms expand their gaming offerings this month.
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Xbox Game Pass April 2026 Wave 1 Lineup Officially Revealed with 15 Major Titles

Microsoft has officially announced a wave 1 lineup of 15 titles for April 2026, bringing the total confirmed games for the month to 21Source 1. The lineup includes highly anticipated releases like Hades 2, Replaced, Planet Coaster 2, and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, with games launching between April 2-16Source 1. Additionally, DayZ PC has been added to the Essential tier, expanding access for all subscription levelsSource 1.

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Hades 2 Launches on Xbox Game Pass April 14

The much-awaited Xbox release of Hades 2 is coming to Xbox Game Pass on April 14 as part of the wave 1 lineupSource 1. The game will be available on Ultimate and PC tiersSource 1. This marks a significant day-one addition to Microsoft's subscription service for console and PC gamersSource 1.

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NBA 2K26 Now Available on All Xbox Game Pass Tiers

NBA 2K26 launched on April 3 across all Game Pass tiers, arriving just in time for the game's Season 6 updateSource 1. The sports title is available on Ultimate, PC, and Premium subscriptionsSource 1. This makes the basketball simulation accessible to the broadest audience of Game Pass membersSource 1.

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Planet Coaster 2 Arrives on Xbox Game Pass April 9

Planet Coaster 2 is now available on Xbox Game Pass as of April 9 on Ultimate, PC, and Premium tiersSource 1. The theme park management sequel joins the service's April roster of major releasesSource 1.

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Tiny Bookshop Launches Day-One on Xbox Game Pass April 10

Tiny Bookshop is launching day-one on Xbox Game Pass on April 10 across Ultimate, PC, and Premium tiersSource 1. The indie title represents one of several day-one additions Microsoft is bringing to subscribers this monthSource 1.

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Final Fantasy IV Added to Xbox Game Pass April 7

The classic Final Fantasy IV was added to Xbox Game Pass on April 7, available on Ultimate, PC, and Premium subscriptionsSource 1. This legacy title expands the service's JRPG offerings for classic gaming enthusiastsSource 1.

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Launches on Game Pass Premium April 2

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 became available on Xbox Game Pass Premium tier on April 2Source 1. The game is among several notable premium-tier exclusives launching early in the monthSource 1.

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Amazon Luna Expands April Library with 12+ New Titles for Prime Members

Amazon Luna is bringing players several additional titles throughout April for Prime members, including XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES, and Monster HarvestSource 3. The service now offers a library of more than 50 games to Prime membersSource 3. Titles are being released across multiple platforms including GOG, Epic Games Store, and Legacy GamesSource 3.

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NTE (Neverness to Everness) Pre-Launch Event Live with April 29 Release Date

The supernatural urban open-world RPG NTE from Hotta Studio is launching globally on April 29, 2026, with a pre-launch event currently liveSource 4. Players can customize their Hethereau Resident ID Card and complete tasks to earn exclusive launch rewardsSource 4. The game is powered by UE5 engine and supports NVIDIA DLSS renderingSource 4.

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Pokemon Go Replay: Go Bigger Event Brings Four Gigantamax Forms in April

Niantic has revealed the Replay: Go Bigger Event happening for a limited time in April for Pokemon Go players, introducing four new Gigantamax formsSource 5. The event adds new rewards and event-specific bonuses for participantsSource 5.

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