Microsoft has announced the second wave of additions to the Xbox Game Pass May 2025 lineup officially, introducing a new set of exciting games, DLC packs, and rewards for Console, Cloud, and PC subscribers. As a Game Pass member, it's the best time to play new games, revisit remastered classics, and receive exclusive in-game rewards.

Let's take a look at everything new coming to Xbox Game Pass in the final weeks of May and early June 2025.

New Xbox Game Pass May 2025 Games

The biggest highlight is the launch of Monster Train 2, the long-awaited sequel to the popular deck-building roguelike. It's now available on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers.

Here is the full list of new additions:

·         Monster Train 2 (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – Out now

·         Ava's Creatures (Xbox Series X|S) – May 22

·         S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 (Xbox Series X|S) – May 22

·         Kenzera Tales: Zau (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) via EA Play – May 22

·         Tom Clancy's The Division 2 (Cloud, Console, PC) – May 27

·         To a T (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – May 28

·         Metaphor ReFantazio (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) - May 29

·         Spray Paint Simulator (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) – May 29

·         Crypt Custodian (Cloud, Console, PC) – June 3

·         Symphonia (Cloud, Console, PC) – June 3

If you've been holding out for a dash of nostalgia, or have been missing some of the lesser-known gems, today is the day to revisit them with the Xbox Game Pass May 2025 games.

Xbox Cloud Gaming Updates – May 23

Cloud gamers will experience a touch of nostalgia this month as remastered original titles become available on Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) on May 23.

Titles are:

·         Grim Fandango Remastered

·         Full Throttle Remastered

·         Costume Quest 2

·         Sunset Overdrive

·         Rare Replay

·         Quantum Break

·         Super Lucky's Tale

·         SteamWorld Dig 2 and many more

They are perfect for a weekend game or a weekend of nostalgia.

Leaving Xbox Game Pass Soon

Some titles are also vanishing. The following will be leaving Xbox Game Pass on May 31, so play them now or buy them for up to 20% off:

·         Cassette Beasts

·         Firework

·         Humanity

·         Remnant 2

·         Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengeance of the Slayer

DLC & Game Updates

Two large content updates are in:

·         Sea of Thieves: Season 16 (May 22) – Featuring Reaper quests, Cannons of Rage, and Skeleton Mercenaries.

·         Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker – A new free DLC expansion set in a dark carnival.

These DLCs increase gameplay time in already popular games.

Exclusive Perks for Game Pass Subscribers

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate rewards for May are:

·         Call of Duty: Warzone – Game Pass Pack 2: Free operator skins, blueprints, emotes, and XP boosts.

·         Smite 2 – Summer Fun Medusa Drop: Release Medusa with a summer theme.

·         Throne and Liberty – Commander Outfit & Firefly Pet (May 22)

·         The Division 2 – EMS Outfit (May 29)

Why This Xbox Game Pass May 2025 Lineup Excels

With Monster Train 2 paving the way, and other anticipated drops to include To a T and Metaphor ReFantazio, Microsoft is ending May on a high. Put that on top of the flood of remastered games coming in via Cloud, and this might be one of the most well-rounded Xbox Game Pass drops the year has to offer.

Whether your gaming pleasure is roguelikes, tactical shooters, art indies, or retro adventures, the Xbox Game Pass May 2025 lineup has something for everyone.

If you have not already subscribed, now is the perfect time to subscribe and take advantage of more than a dozen new additions on platforms—at no great expense.

Leaving Game Pass Soon

As fresh games arrive, a few are saying goodbye. The following are leaving Game Pass on May 31:

·         Cassette Beasts

·         Remnant 2

·         Slayers X

·         Humanity

·         Firework

If any of those are in your library, now is the time to get into them—or buy them with your member discount of up to 20%.

DLC, Game Patches, and Perks

The Xbox Game Pass May 2025 lineup features exclusive rewards and content updates as well:

·         Sea of Thieves: Season 16 releases on May 22, with it comes new Reaper missions, Skeleton Mercenaries, and blazing Cannons of Rage.

·         Sea of Stars: Comes with the complimentary Throes of the Watchmaker DLC—a brief journey through a haunted carnival.

·         Call of Duty: Warzone – Game Pass Pack 2 gives free blueprints, skins, and XP boosts.

·         Smite 2: Summer Fun Medusa Drop and Throne, and Liberty: Commander Outfit provide additional pizzazz for Ultimate members.

Final Thoughts

With marquee titles like Monster Train 2, Metaphor ReFantazio, and The Division 2, the Xbox Game Pass May 2025 lineup shows yet again why Game Pass is gaming's best bargain. It's not just about the quantity—this month features quality, variety, and extras that make the subscription more than worth every cent. If you're not subscribed at all, now is the perfect time to get in and see what the Game Pass world has for you.