Microsoft has officially announced its plans for June, including an Xbox Games Showcase 2025 and a dedicated The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. As is customary, Microsoft will host its annual June event to unveil the latest developments in Xbox gaming, and 2025 will be no exception. The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 is scheduled to be livestreamed on Sunday, June 8, starting at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK time.
The showcase promises a comprehensive look at upcoming titles from Microsoft's first-party studios, as well as exciting new games from third-party partners worldwide. Microsoft stated, "in addition to incredible new titles from our third-party partners across the globe."
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What might Microsoft have in store for us? The company is currently developing a diverse range of games, including the highly anticipated new Fable, which has been delayed to 2026, the Perfect Dark reboot, inXile's Clockwork Revolution, Ninja Gaiden 4, Contraband by the Just Cause series developer, Rare's Everwild, recently visited by Microsoft gaming boss Phil Spencer, The Coalition's Gears of War: E-Day, Hideo Kojima's OD, and Undead Labs' State of Decay 3. Additionally, Psychonauts developer Double Fine is working on a new project.
On the Activision Blizzard front, fans can expect a new Call of Duty game later this year, alongside various releases from Blizzard. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is set to launch in July, which might be featured in the showcase.
As for Bethesda, there's potential for updates on what's next for Starfield, including a long-awaited PlayStation 5 release date. There might also be a glimpse at The Elder Scrolls 6.
Furthermore, Microsoft could use the event to tease new Xbox hardware. While a next-gen Xbox console and an Xbox handheld are slated for 2027, the showcase might provide insights into Xbox-branded handhelds from third-party companies.
Following the success of the 2023 Starfield Direct and the 2024 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct, Microsoft will follow the Xbox Games Showcase with The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. Developed by Obsidian, fresh off the release of Avowed, the direct will offer an in-depth look at new gameplay, details, and developer insights for the sequel to the acclaimed first-person sci-fi RPG, The Outer Worlds. The Outer Worlds 2 is anticipated to launch later in 2025, making it likely that a release date will be announced during the showcase.
Here are the local time zones for the Xbox Games Showcase followed by The Outer Worlds 2 Direct:
- 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, with no in-person theatre experience for fans and media this year. However, the company assures that the livestream will provide all the necessary updates on what's next for Xbox, accessible to viewers worldwide.
