Microsoft has officially announced its plans for June 2025, with an exciting lineup that includes the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 and a dedicated The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. This event continues Microsoft's tradition of hosting a June showcase to unveil the latest in Xbox gaming.
Event Details:
The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 will be livestreamed on Sunday, June 8, starting at 10am Pacific Time / 1pm Eastern Time / 6pm UK Time. This showcase promises to offer an in-depth look at upcoming titles from Microsoft's first-party studios, along with exciting new games from third-party partners worldwide.
What to Expect:
Microsoft's development roster is packed with anticipated titles. Fans can look forward to updates on games like the 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, known for Psychonauts, is working on a new project.
On the Activision Blizzard front, a new Call of Duty title is set to launch later this year, alongside various releases from Blizzard. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, launching in July, may also be featured. From Bethesda, fans are eager for news on what's next for Starfield, including a potential PlayStation 5 release date, and updates on The Elder Scrolls 6.
While new Xbox hardware announcements might be premature, given the rumored 2027 release of a next-gen console and an Xbox handheld, Microsoft could discuss Xbox-branded handhelds from third-party companies.
The Outer Worlds 2 Direct:
Following the Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft will host The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. Developed by Obsidian, fresh off the release of Avowed, this direct will provide an insider look at the studio, showcasing new gameplay, details, and developer insights for the sequel to the acclaimed first-person sci-fi RPG. The Outer Worlds 2 is slated for a 2025 release, so a release date announcement is highly anticipated.
Airtime in Local Time Zones:
- PDT: June 8, 10am
- EDT: June 8, 1pm
- BST: June 8, 6pm
- CET: June 8, 7pm
- JST: June 9, 2am
- AEST: June 9, 3am
Both the Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct will be digital-only events, ensuring that fans and media from around the world can tune in to get all the latest updates on Xbox's future.
