The new science fiction adventure from DON'T NOD will debut directly on the service.
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Xbox Game Pass continues to accumulate significant releases to close out April, and one of the most interesting ones will arrive in just a few days. It’s a new science fiction proposal that’s already starting to grab attention for its setting, cinematic tone, and the studio behind it.
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Additionally, we’re talking about a Day One release for cloud, Xbox Series, and PC, which reinforces the incredible pace of additions Game Pass has seen in 2026. And judging by the first images and details shared so far, it could easily become one of those surprises that ends up captivating many players.
Aphelion arrives on Xbox Game Pass on April 28
The game in question is Aphelion, the new adventure developed by DON’T NOD, a studio known for titles focused on exploration, characters, and visually stunning experiences.
The story takes us to Persephone, a frozen planet on the edge of the solar system, where two astronauts must survive while uncovering secrets hidden beneath the ice.
These are the confirmed platforms for Game Pass:
- Cloud
- Xbox Series
- PC
Among the game’s most notable features are:
- Third-person exploration
- Science fiction setting
- Survival in a hostile environment
- Frozen and alien landscapes
- Cinematic storytelling
Visually, it’s also leaving a great impression thanks to its artistic design and the vast frozen landscapes shown in the early footage.
With its release scheduled for April 28, Aphelion is poised to become one of the biggest Day One releases of the month on Xbox Game Pass.

