Release Date and Game Pass Availability for South of Midnight Early Access

South of Midnight has a release schedule that might leave some players scratching their heads. Given the different time zones, you might think the game should be called something like “South of Noon.”

This game draws inspiration from Southern Gothic themes and offers an action-packed adventure. While it might not grab everyone’s attention right away, being part of the “Game Pass” lineup gives it an edge. This means it’s featured in Xbox’s promotional efforts and will be available to Game Pass subscribers from day one. Although, it’s worth noting that access will be staggered.

Those eager to dive into South of Midnight before the official release date can do so by opting for the premium edition. By preordering this version, which is priced at $49.99—$10 more than the standard edition—you’ll secure early access to the game. This might be an enticing offer for fans who don’t want to wait.

The early access starts at noon Eastern Daylight Time on Thursday, April 3. That’s a full five days before the game’s broader release on Tuesday, April 8. To help you out, make sure to check what this means for your specific time zone.

As for Game Pass subscribers, the game will indeed be available from its wider release date on April 8. However, do pay attention to the type of Game Pass subscription you have. South of Midnight is offered exclusively to those with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Game Pass PC. It won’t be accessible to subscribers of the Standard or Core tiers at launch.

Currently, the exact release time for Game Pass or the broader availability on Xbox and Windows PC hasn’t been disclosed by Compulsion Games or Xbox Game Studios. Keep an eye out for updates, as we’ll provide more details as they become available.