The lineup for May’s Game Pass has been unveiled, and as expected, Doom: The Dark Ages stands out as the highlight of the month. However, it’s not the only game grabbing attention during this period! The selection features a variety of titles, from anime-style fighters to charming Metroidvanias, promising hours of entertainment.
Additionally, a previously featured Game Pass title is returning, with several games moving tiers, along with new perks and downloadable content on the horizon.
Dredge (Cloud, PC, Console) — May 6
Dredge merges fishing with Lovecraftian horror in this indie gem. It’s a single-player, narrative-driven adventure where you catch fish to earn money, upgrade your gear, and occasionally uncover mysteries lurking beneath the surface. For fans, there’s even a live-action film adaptation in the works!
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 (Cloud, PC, Console) — May 7
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 invites players into an expansive world, allowing them to engage in battles with iconic characters while enjoying a story crafted for fans of the Dragon Ball universe. Winning battles requires strategic skill rather than mere button-mashing, and with a total playtime of 30 to 40 hours, it’s packed with content.
Revenge of the Savage Planet (Cloud, PC, Console) — May 8
Revenge of the Savage Planet presents a satirical, over-the-top Metroidvania experience where you play a corporate worker left behind on a hostile planet. Equipped with minimal gear and an intense desire for revenge, you’ll explore and gather upgrades to make your escape back to Earth.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed (Cloud, PC, Console) — May 8
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed blends RPG and relationship elements with classic brawler gameplay. Expect a thrilling adventure lasting about ten to fourteen hours, filled with the action and camaraderie you’d anticipate from the Turtles.
Warhammer: Vermintide 2 (Cloud, Console) — May 13
User fans will be delighted to see the return of Warhammer: Vermintide 2 to the Game Pass lineup after some time off. Join forces with three other players to tackle waves of enemies in this action-packed experience set within the Warhammer Fantasy universe, collecting loot and enhancing your character’s abilities along the way.
Doom: The Dark Ages (Cloud, PC, Console) — May 15
A prequel to both Doom and Doom: Eternal, Doom: The Dark Ages offers more demon-slaying excitement with a medieval flair. With a cloak and a shield rimmed with saw blades, you’ll face a plethora of demonic foes.
Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo (Cloud, PC, Console) — May 16
This Game Pass release welcomes players to Limbo, where they will aid lost souls in overcoming their regrets. The game features an adorable, brightly colored papercraft design, providing a refreshing change of pace from the darker titles on this list.
Firefighting Simulator: The Squad (Cloud, PC, Console) — May 20
Curious about what it’s like to be a firefighter? Firefighting Simulator allows you to experience it firsthand, whether solo or with up to three friends.
Police Simulator: Patrol Officers (Cloud, PC, Console) — May 20
Essentially the police version of Firefighting Simulator, this game lets you choose between diligently performing your duties or creating chaotic hilarity with friends a la Police Academy.
Beyond these newcomers, titles such as Dungeons of Hinterberg, Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, and Metal Slug Tactics will also be available in the Game Pass Standard tier starting May 7.
