Microsoft Sets Xbox Games Showcase 2025 for June, Including Outer Worlds 2 Direct

Microsoft has confirmed its plans for June with the announcement of the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 and a dedicated The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. Continuing its tradition of June showcases, Microsoft will unveil the latest in Xbox gaming on Sunday, June 8, starting at 10am Pacific Time, 1pm Eastern Time, and 6pm UK Time.

The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 promises to give fans a glimpse into the future with upcoming titles from Microsoft's first-party studios, alongside exciting new games from third-party partners worldwide. Microsoft stated, "in addition to incredible new titles from our third-party partners across the globe."

What's on the Horizon?

Microsoft's lineup is brimming with anticipated titles. While Fable has been delayed to 2026, fans can still look forward to 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. Double Fine, known for Psychonauts, is also crafting a new game.

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 is slated for a July release, potentially making an appearance at the showcase.

Bethesda fans are eager for updates on Starfield, especially regarding its PlayStation 5 release date, and perhaps a sneak peek at The Elder Scrolls 6.

Hardware Speculations

While it may be too early for detailed announcements, Microsoft is rumored to be developing a next-gen Xbox console and an Xbox handheld, both expected in 2027. However, 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. This event, hosted by Obsidian Entertainment, will dive deep into new gameplay, details, and developer insights for the sequel to the acclaimed first-person sci-fi RPG. With The Outer Worlds 2 slated for a 2025 release, fans can anticipate a release date announcement during the showcase.

Event Details

The Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct will be digital-only events, without a live theater experience. Microsoft assures fans that the livestream will provide "everything you’ll need to know about what’s next for Xbox, no matter where in the world you’re watching."

Airtime for the Xbox Games Showcase followed by The Outer Worlds 2 Direct 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