Microsoft Announces Xbox Games Showcase 2025 and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct in June

Microsoft has officially announced its plans for June, setting the stage for an exciting Xbox Games Showcase 2025, followed by a dedicated The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. This annual tradition of unveiling upcoming Xbox games continues, with the 2025 showcase scheduled for Sunday, June 8, at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK time.

The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 will feature a diverse lineup of upcoming titles from Microsoft’s first-party studios, as well as thrilling new releases from third-party partners worldwide. Fans can expect a comprehensive look at what's on the horizon for Xbox gaming.

What to Expect at Xbox Games Showcase 2025

Microsoft has an impressive array of games in development, including the highly anticipated new Fable (delayed to 2026), the Perfect Dark reboot, inXile’s Clockwork Revolution, Ninja Gaiden 4, Contraband from the Just Cause developers, 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 studio behind Psychonauts, is working on a new project.

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, set to launch in July, might also be featured.

Bethesda fans are eagerly awaiting news on Starfield's next steps, including a potential PlayStation 5 release date, and perhaps a glimpse of The Elder Scrolls 6.

There's also the possibility of Microsoft unveiling new Xbox hardware. While a next-gen Xbox console and an Xbox handheld are rumored for 2027, the showcase might touch on 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 Entertainment, fresh from the release of Avowed, this direct will offer an in-depth look at the sequel to the acclaimed first-person sci-fi RPG. Attendees can expect new gameplay, detailed insights, and developer commentary. The Outer Worlds 2 is slated for release later in 2025, and a release date announcement is highly anticipated during the showcase.

Airtime for the Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct

The events will be livestreamed in the following 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 can enjoy the announcements from anywhere in the world. Microsoft promises a comprehensive experience that will cover everything fans need to know about the future of Xbox gaming.