Microsoft has revealed the second wave of titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in April 2024, with indie hits like Harold Halibut and AAA experiences like Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes joining the subscription service.
The month begins with the narrative adventure Harold Halibut releasing on April 16th for cloud, PC and Xbox Series X|S consoles. Players take control of an artificial intelligence named Harold who is exploring a mysterious underwater facility. Its handcrafted world received praise in IGN’s 8/10 review.
Action tower defense game Orcs Must Die! 3 hits Xbox Game Pass on April 17th across cloud, console and PC. Take the fight to the orcish invaders in this third entry in the popular franchise. NHL 24 also launches the same day for console subscribers, with the hockey sim timed for the start of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Strategy And Soulslikes Headline Later in The Month

Medieval city builder Manor Lords arrives on Game Pass for PC via early access on April 26th. Developed by Slavic Magic, the game is a detailed sim that has captured attention on Steam. That same day sees roguelike soulslike Have a Nice Death hit the service for cloud, console, and PC. Aggro Crab’s game puts players in control of an office worker reaper collecting souls in a crumbling underwater realm.
Wrapping up the second wave is adventure game Another Crab’s Treasure, coming to Game Pass for cloud, console and PC on April 25th. Take control of hermit crab Kril to explore a mysterious world and help its residents. With both indie gems and blockbuster games, the Xbox Game Pass April 2024 Wave 2 lineup has something for all types of players.