Microsoft has officially revealed the Xbox Game Pass lineup for December 2025, and it’s packed with holiday gaming goodness. From highly anticipated day-one releases to beloved indie gems, here’s everything coming to Game Pass this month.
Day One Releases
The headline additions arrive on day one, meaning Game Pass subscribers can dive in the moment these games launch:
Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings Remastered (December 5)
- MachineGames delivers another Indy adventure
- Available on Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Standard
- Enhanced visuals and gameplay improvements for modern hardware
Avowed (December 12)
- Obsidian’s first-person fantasy RPG finally arrives
- Set in the Pillars of Eternity universe
- Console and PC day-one availability
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2025 (December 19)
- The most ambitious Flight Sim update yet
- New aircraft, enhanced weather systems, and improved graphics
- Perfect timing for holiday travel from your couch
Coming to Game Pass
December 5:
- Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings Remastered (Cloud, Console, PC) - Day One
- Coral Island (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Trek to Yomi (Cloud, Console, PC)
December 10:
- PowerWash Simulator VR Update (PC VR)
- Figment 2: Creed Valley (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Headland (Cloud, Console, PC)
December 12:
- Avowed (Cloud, Console, PC) - Day One
- Humanity (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Harold Halibut (Cloud, Console, PC)
December 19:
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2025 (Cloud, Console, PC) - Day One
- Hello Neighbor 3 (Cloud, Console, PC)
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 (Cloud, Console, PC)
Game Pass Core Additions
Xbox Game Pass Core subscribers also get some love this month:
- Ori and the Will of the Wisps (December 5)
- The Gunk (December 10)
- Unpacking (December 15)
Leaving Game Pass
As always, some titles are departing to make room for new additions. These games leave on December 15:
- Among Us
- Rubber Bandits
- Amnesia: Collection
- McPixel 3
- Mortal Shell
- Spacelines from the Far Out
Pro tip: If you want to keep any of these games, Game Pass members can purchase them at up to 20% off before they leave.
DLC and Updates
Several existing Game Pass titles are receiving significant updates this month:
Starfield: Shattered Space DLC
- New questline and explorable region
- Already available for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers
Forza Horizon 5 Winter Update
- Seasonal content and new vehicles
- Holiday-themed activities throughout December
Sea of Thieves Season 14
- New adventure content
- Holiday cosmetics and events
Our Analysis
December 2025 is shaping up to be one of the strongest Game Pass months in recent memory. Avowed alone would make this a noteworthy month—Obsidian’s track record with RPGs like The Outer Worlds and Pillars of Eternity has fans extremely excited.
The addition of Space Marine 2 is particularly notable, as the game has been a massive hit since its September launch. Getting it on Game Pass before the holidays is a smart move by Microsoft.
For flight sim enthusiasts, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2025 launching during the holiday break means plenty of time to explore the new features and improvements.
Value Breakdown
If you were to buy these day-one titles individually:
- Indiana Jones Remastered: $49.99
- Avowed: $69.99
- Flight Simulator 2025: $69.99
Total: $189.97
Game Pass Ultimate costs $19.99/month, making December alone nearly 10x the monthly subscription cost in new releases.
What are you most excited to play on Game Pass this December? Sound off in the comments!