Microsoft has set the stage for an exciting June with the announcement of the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, scheduled for Sunday, June 8, starting at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK time. This event will be livestreamed, providing a digital-only experience packed with the latest updates and reveals from Microsoft's first-party studios and third-party partners across the globe.
The showcase promises a comprehensive look at upcoming titles, including eagerly anticipated games such as the new Fable (delayed to 2026), the Perfect Dark reboot, inXile’s Clockwork Revolution, Ninja Gaiden 4, Contraband from the developer of the Just Cause series, Rare's Everwild, The Coalition's Gears of War: E-Day, Hideo Kojima’s OD, and Undead Labs' State of Decay 3. Additionally, Double Fine, the developer behind Psychonauts, is working on a new game that might be showcased.
On the Activision Blizzard front, fans can expect to see the latest Call of Duty game, as well as various releases from Blizzard. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, set to launch in July, could also feature in the showcase. From Bethesda, there's anticipation around what’s next for Starfield, including a potential PlayStation 5 release date, and updates on The Elder Scrolls 6.
Hardware enthusiasts might also get a glimpse of future plans, though the next-gen Xbox console and Xbox handheld are expected in 2027. Microsoft may, however, discuss Xbox-branded handhelds from third-party companies during the showcase.
Following the Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft will present The Outer Worlds 2 Direct, focusing on the sequel to the award-winning, first-person sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment. This direct will offer new gameplay, details, and developer insights, with The Outer Worlds 2 slated for release later in 2025, potentially including a release date announcement.
The airtime for the Xbox Games Showcase followed by The Outer Worlds 2 Direct in various time zones is as follows: PDT: June 8, 10am EDT: June 8, 1pm BST: June 8, 6pm CET: June 8, 7pm JST: June 9, 2am AEST: June 9, 3am
Microsoft has confirmed that the events will be digital-only, ensuring fans worldwide can tune in for all the latest news on what’s next for Xbox, without the need for a physical theatre experience.
