Microsoft has set the stage for an exciting June with the announcement of the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 and a dedicated The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. As is tradition, Microsoft will unveil its latest lineup of Xbox games during a livestream event on Sunday, June 8, kicking off at 10am Pacific Time, 1pm Eastern Time, and 6pm UK time.
The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 promises an extensive look at upcoming titles from Microsoft's first-party studios, along with exciting new games from third-party partners worldwide. Fans can expect a diverse range of announcements, showcasing the future of gaming on Xbox.
What might Microsoft reveal? The company has a robust lineup of games in development, including highly anticipated titles such as 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. Double Fine, known for Psychonauts, is also crafting a new game.
On the Activision Blizzard front, a new Call of Duty game is slated for later this year, 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 fans are eagerly awaiting news on Starfield's PlayStation 5 release date and any updates on The Elder Scrolls 6. While new Xbox hardware, including a next-gen console and an Xbox handheld expected in 2027, might be too early to feature prominently, Microsoft could touch upon Xbox-branded handhelds from third-party companies.
Following the main showcase, Microsoft will delve into The Outer Worlds 2 with a dedicated direct. Developed by Obsidian, fresh off the release of Avowed, The Outer Worlds 2 Direct will offer an in-depth look at new gameplay, details, and developer insights. Given its expected release later in 2025, fans are hopeful for a concrete release date announcement.
Both the Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct will be digital-only events, ensuring that fans worldwide can tune in and stay updated on everything Xbox has in store. Here are the local time zones for the event:
- 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 assures that the livestream will provide all the essential updates on the future of Xbox, no matter where you're watching from.
