10 Exciting Xbox Indie Games To Look Out For In May 2025

We've officially begun a new month, and therefore it's time to look at the list of indie games that are upon us! As usual, it's really difficult to pick out just 10 games to highlight, but we're going to try our best to pick out some awesome ones.

The Precinct is a game that's been getting lots of attention recently, while Revenge of the Savage Planet and To A T are both Xbox Game Pass titles, Captain Blood is a game that was supposed to release on the original Xbox, and Tainted Grail: The Fall Of Avalon is bringing us yet another epic RPG that got "very positive" reviews on Steam in early access.

Don't just limit yourself to these 10 games - elsewhere on Pure Xbox, you'll find a full list of everything that's been announced as coming to Xbox in May 2025 so far, so be sure to have a gander at that as well.

So, here are 10 exciting Xbox indie games to look out for in May 2025:

Captain Blood - May 6

Captain Blood is a pirate-themed action game where you play as a fearsome pirate seeking gold and glory. Expect adventures with cannon firing, pistol shooting, swashbuckling sword fights, and plenty of pirate shenanigans. This hack'n'slash features fierce combat, hordes of enemies and flashy combos.

Metal Eden - May 6

An adrenaline-rush sci-fi FPS. A HYPER UNIT ASKA is sent on a suicide mission to rescue citizens' COREs from MOEBIUS, an orbital city turned into a deadly trap. Dive into cybernetic warfare, face the ENGINEERS, and uncover the secrets of METAL EDEN.

Revenge of the Savage Planet - May 8 (Xbox Game Pass)

Revenge of the Savage Planet is an upbeat, satirical action adventure Sci-Fi. Jump, shoot and collect your way across vibrant alien worlds, uncovering new gear and upgrades, while discovering various hidden secrets.

Spirit of the North 2 - May 8

Unveil the mysteries of a beautiful ancient world in this breathtaking 3rd-Person Adventure, a sequel to the acclaimed ‘Spirit of the North.’ Take on the role of an isolated fox with a raven companion on a quest to restore the lost guardians and return home.

Palia - May 13

Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.

The Precinct - May 13

Averno City, 1983. Gangs rule the streets and your father lies restless in his grave. Clean up the city, uncover the truth, and embark on thrilling vehicle chases through destructible environments in this neon-noir action sandbox police game.

Monster Train 2 - May 21

Monster Train returns with all new clans, new enemy factions, new challenges, new modes and more! Defend your Pyre in the classic three-tiered, vertical gameplay that made the original roguelike deckbuilder a hit.

Deliver At All Costs - May 22

Deliver At All Costs is a thrilling action game where destruction, absurdity and intrigue collide! Step into the shoes of Winston Green — a down-on-his-luck courier with a fiery temper and a mysterious past — as he delivers highly unconventional cargo, leaving a trail of havoc and chaos behind him.

Tainted Grail: The Fall Of Avalon - May 23

Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.

To A T - May 28 (Xbox Game Pass)

A charming, colorful adventure game from the creator of Katamari Damacy and the uvula team about a teen navigating life in a small town with their cute dog companion. While their body is stuck in a T-pose, they do their best to make the most of it.

Which Xbox indie games are you most looking forward to in May 2025? Tell us down below.