Microsoft has officially announced its plans for June 2025, featuring the much-anticipated Xbox Games Showcase 2025, followed by a dedicated The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. This aligns with Microsoft's tradition of hosting a June showcase to unveil upcoming Xbox games, ensuring fans remain excited and informed about what's on the horizon.
The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 is set to be livestreamed on Sunday, June 8, starting at 10am Pacific Time, 1pm Eastern Time, and 6pm UK time. This event will provide an in-depth look at forthcoming titles from Microsoft’s first-party studios, as well as showcasing incredible new games from third-party partners worldwide.
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Speculation is rife about what Microsoft might reveal. The company has an extensive lineup of games in development, including the highly anticipated new Fable (now delayed to 2026), the Perfect Dark reboot, inXile’s Clockwork Revolution, Ninja Gaiden 4, Contraband from the Just Cause series developer, 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 creators of Psychonauts, are working on a new project.
On the Activision Blizzard front, fans can expect a new Call of Duty game later in 2025, alongside various releases from Blizzard. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is set to launch in July, potentially making an appearance at the showcase.
Bethesda enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting updates on Starfield, especially regarding its PlayStation 5 release date, and perhaps a glimpse into The Elder Scrolls 6.
There's also the possibility of new Xbox hardware announcements. While a next-gen Xbox console and an Xbox handheld are slated for 2027, Microsoft might discuss Xbox-branded handhelds from third-party manufacturers during the showcase.
Following the successful format of previous years, such as the 2023 Starfield Direct and 2024 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct, the Xbox Games Showcase will be succeeded by The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. This event, hosted by Obsidian Entertainment, will offer an exclusive look at new gameplay, details, and developer insights for The Outer Worlds 2, a sequel to the acclaimed first-person sci-fi RPG. With an expected release later in 2025, fans are likely to receive a release date announcement during the showcase.
The schedule for the Xbox Games Showcase followed by The Outer Worlds 2 Direct in local 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 both events will be digital-only, eliminating the traditional theater experience for fans and media. However, the company promises that the livestream will provide comprehensive coverage, ensuring fans around the world stay updated on everything coming to Xbox.
