Release Date for South of Midnight on Game Pass

Some might cheekily suggest calling "South of Midnight" something like "South of Noon," depending on your location when it launches.

This Southern Gothic-inspired action adventure is stirring up quite a buzz. It’s not just any game—it’s a spotlight release for Xbox’s Game Pass. While it’s considered a AA game, thanks to Xbox’s marketing muscle, it’s getting the attention it deserves as a day-one Game Pass debut, even if access is staggered.

Let’s dive into when you can jump into South of Midnight via early access, what’s in store for the Game Pass launch, and what extras you’ll snag with the premium edition package.

Update (April 8): We’ve added the Game Pass release timings.

How to Play South of Midnight in Early Access

If you’re itching to start your adventure in South of Midnight early, you’ll need to preorder the game’s premium edition.

Priced at $49.99—just a $10 bump from the standard edition—the premium version offers more than just early playtime.

South of Midnight Early Access Release Time

For those keeping track, South of Midnight opened its doors for early access players at 12 p.m. EDT on Thursday, April 3. This is a full five days before it becomes widely available on Tuesday, April 8.

South of Midnight Game Pass Release Time

Fans eagerly awaiting South of Midnight on Game Pass can mark their calendars for Tuesday, April 8, at 12 p.m. EDT. Here’s how that translates into different time zones for your convenience.

However, make sure to verify your Game Pass subscription tier. South of Midnight will be available exclusively for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Game Pass PC subscribers at launch. Unfortunately, it won’t be accessible to those with the Xbox Game Pass Standard or Core subscriptions right away.

At this point, Compulsion Games and Xbox Game Studios have been tight-lipped about the precise release time for both Game Pass and the wider release on Xbox and Windows PC. Stay tuned, as we’ll update this info once more becomes available.