Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Expands with Tempopo and Crime Scene Cleaner
2025-04-18 00:21:59Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers have two fresh gaming experiences to enjoy starting April 17, 2025. The subscription service welcomes Tempopo, a vibrant puzzle-adventure game, alongside Crime Scene Cleaner, a darkly humorous simulation title. These additions bring the total number of new games added to Xbox Game Pass in April to ten, offering subscribers an ever-expanding library of diverse gaming experiences.
Developed by Witch Beam, Tempopo offers players a unique blend of puzzle-solving and creature collection set against a psychedelic backdrop. The game challenges players to navigate through themed islands, solving puzzles to rescue musical flowers that become part of their growing garden. Each flower type contributes its own melody, allowing players to create unique musical performances.
The game's audio experience has been crafted by BAFTA award-winning composer Jeff van Dyck, ensuring a rich, immersive soundscape that complements the colorful visuals. Available on both PC and consoles, Tempopo represents another strong day-one release for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.
Crime Scene Cleaner: Dark Humor Meets Addictive Gameplay
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Crime Scene Cleaner offers a macabre premise that has proven surprisingly addictive. Originally released on PC in August 2024, the game has garnered nearly 20,000 "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews on Steam. The Xbox version marks its console debut, making it a day-one release for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.
Upcoming Xbox Game Pass Titles
The April 2025 lineup continues to grow with several anticipated releases:
Game | Game Pass Tier(s) | Platform(s) | Date | Notes |
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Tempopo | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, Console, PC | Apr 17 | Day-one release |
Crime Scene Cleaner | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, PC, Series X/S | Apr 17 | Day-one (console) release |
TES 4: Oblivion Remaster (Rumored) | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, PC, Series X/S | Apr 21 | Reportedly slated for a shadow drop |
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, PC, Series X/S | Apr 24 | Day-one release |
Towerborne | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, PC, Series X/S | Apr 29 | Game Preview |
Availability for Standard Tier Subscribers
Following Microsoft's subscription model changes, new day-one titles typically remain exclusive to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass for approximately six months before becoming available to Standard tier subscribers. This means Tempopo and Crime Scene Cleaner likely won't join the Standard library until October 2025 at the earliest.
Meanwhile, rumors continue to swirl about a potential The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion remaster, with multiple sources suggesting a surprise release on April 21. The extent of this remaster remains unclear, with some speculation pointing toward a more substantial remake built on Unreal Engine 5.