Xbox Game Pass Adds Grand Theft Auto V Again, Alongside New Releases and Day-One Indies

In a surprise move, Microsoft has re-added Grand Theft Auto V to Xbox Game Pass, making it available to subscribers on cloud and console as of today. Rockstar’s blockbuster open-world crime epic returns to the popular subscription service alongside a range of other titles, including exciting day-one indie debuts and fan-favorite re-releases, adding significant value to Game Pass’s April lineup.

This marks the third time GTA V has appeared on Game Pass, and, given its consistent popularity and evergreen status, many fans were hopeful it would return. Players can once again explore the vibrant streets of Los Santos solo or with friends in Grand Theft Auto Online, the game’s massively successful multiplayer component.

Joining GTA V are several intriguing additions, including two day-one launches: Another Crab’s Treasure, an underwater Soulslike title from Aggro Crab, and Harold Halibut, a narrative-driven adventure with striking stop-motion art style. Both games arrive on Game Pass the same day as their global releases—April 16 and April 23, respectively—demonstrating Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to spotlighting innovative indie developers.

Also featured in this month’s drop is Superhot: Mind Control Delete, the standalone expansion to the acclaimed time-warping shooter, and MLB The Show 23’s continued presence for baseball fans gearing up for the new season. As always, the Game Pass library continues to rotate, with some titles leaving soon, including Amnesia: Rebirth and Soma, encouraging players to dive in before they vanish from the service.

With Rockstar continuing to ride the momentum of GTA V and keeping fans on edge for more Grand Theft Auto VI news, Game Pass subscribers can now revisit the chaotic, satirical world that defined a generation. Coupled with the exciting freshness of indie originals and genre staples, the April lineup underlines Game Pass’s strength as one of the best values in gaming.

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