Microsoft Announces Xbox Game Pass February 2025 Lineup: Here’s What’s Coming

Microsoft has unveiled the initial lineup of games joining Xbox Game Pass in February 2025. This wave brings a mix of intriguing titles, appealing to both veterans of the service and newcomers. Let’s take a closer look at the exciting additions.

Key Games in Xbox Game Pass February 2025

The first round of newly available titles includes Avowed, Madden NFL 25, Kingdom Two Crowns, Starfield, Another Crab’s Treasure, and Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. These games are set to delight subscribers of Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, and PC Game Pass from the first half of February.

Three titles—Avowed, Madden NFL 25, and Kingdom Two Crowns—are exclusive to Game Pass Ultimate. Meanwhile, Standard subscribers gain access to Starfield, Another Crab’s Treasure, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, and Kingdom Two Crowns. Notably, Kingdom Two Crowns returns to the Game Pass library.

Xbox Game Pass February 2025 – Wave 1 Lineup Schedule

The release schedule for these games is detailed below:

Game Highlights

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Another Crab’s Treasure

Another Crab’s Treasure is a challenging, Soulslike adventure game where Kril, a hermit crab, embarks on a quest to retrieve his stolen shell. Players will navigate a corrupted ocean, facing fierce enemies and bosses. The game’s completion time is estimated to be between 15 to 20 hours.

This game is already available on both Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, joining Standard on February 5.

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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, known for its expansive roster of 100+ playable characters, is a turn-based JRPG. Players engage in a thrilling epic journey to save a war-torn realm. The game demands substantial time investment, with an achievement completion estimate ranging from 120 to 150 hours.

This game is included in both Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, joining Game Pass Standard on February 5.

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Starfield

• Starfield achievements require significant effort.
• Joining Game Pass on: February 5
• Game Pass Tier: Game Pass Standard
• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC

Starfield, Bethesda’s grand space RPG adventure, is available on Game Pass Standard starting February 5. Players explore the Settled Systems with the Constellation, uncovering galactic secrets. Achieving full completion is expected to take between 80 to 100 hours, with a detailed walkthrough available on TrueAchievements.

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EA Sports Madden NFL 25

• EA Sports Madden NFL 25 achievements are plentiful.
• Joining Game Pass on: February 6
• Game Pass Tier: Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass via EA Play
• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

Madden NFL 25, featuring a dynamic tackling system and enhanced gameplay mechanics, arrives on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass via EA Play on February 6. New Franchise mode enhancements and improved physics-driven drives offer an enhanced football experience. Completing all achievements will take between 150 to 200 hours.

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Kingdom Two Crowns

• Consider reviewing Kingdom Two Crowns achievements before starting.
• Joining Game Pass on: Thursday, February 13, 2025
• Game Pass Tier: Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Standard
• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Cloud

Kingdom Two Crowns, renowned for its charming art style and captivating soundtrack, is a sidescrolling strategy management game suitable for solo or co-op play. Achieving 100% completion is estimated to take around 30 hours, including base gameplay achievements.

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Avowed

• Stay tuned for Avowed achievements.
• Joining Game Pass on: February 18
• Game Pass Tier: Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
• Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC

Avowed, an eagerly awaited fantasy action-RPG set in the world of Pillars of Eternity’s Eora, offers a unique setting and gameplay. This adventure requires players to investigate a mysterious plague with the help of a variety of companions armed with magic, swords, and guns. Avowed will launch on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on February 18.

Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass in February 2025

It’s worth noting that seven games will be removed from Xbox Game Pass in the first half of February. Subscribers should make plans to finish these if they intend to complete them.

Final Thoughts

The upcoming Game Pass lineup for February 2025 offers a balanced mix of new and returning titles. Fans of strategic management, fantasy adventures, and football simulations will have much to look forward to. As many of these titles are still relatively new to Standard and PC Game Pass, it’s an excellent time to try them out before they transition out of the service.

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