Xbox's May 2025 Indie Picks Are Here, Check Which Titles Are Featured in the Spotlight

Xbox has announced its May 2025 Indie Selects, highlighting standout games from its ID@Xbox program. This month’s picks include new releases and under-the-radar titles that the gaming giant recommends.

Tales of Kenzera: ZAU leads the list. It’s a stylish side-scroller from Surgent Studios and EA Originals, mixing fast action with rich storytelling. Next, Commandos: Origins offers a modern take on the classic real-time tactics formula. Players control an elite World War II squad across 10 missions.

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Little Kitty, Big City brings playful chaos to urban life as you guide a mischievous cat through busy streets. Vlad Circus: Descend into Madness delivers a psychological horror trip through a crumbling 1920s circus.

Yes, Your Grace: Snowfall returns with new challenges in the throne room. The pixel-art kingdom management game mixes storytelling with tough choices. Rounding out the list is Chambara, a minimalist arena brawler where shadows are your weapon.

Xbox’s Indie Selects program shines a light on creative developers monthly. This curated list shows how indie teams continue to push boundaries. All featured games are now available on Xbox platforms and through Game Pass, with some offering cloud and PC support.