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

Microsoft has officially announced its plans for June, confirming an Xbox Games Showcase 2025 as well as a dedicated The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. As is tradition, Microsoft will host its June showcase to unveil the latest upcoming Xbox games, and 2025 is no exception. The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 is scheduled to be livestreamed on Sunday, June 8, starting at 10am Pacific Time, 1pm Eastern Time, and 6pm UK time.

During the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, attendees can expect a comprehensive look at upcoming titles from Microsoft's first-party studios. Additionally, the event will feature exciting new games from third-party partners worldwide. Microsoft promises a diverse lineup that will cater to a variety of gaming preferences.

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What might Microsoft reveal at the showcase? The company has a robust pipeline of games in development, including the much-anticipated new Fable, now slated for 2026, a reboot of Perfect Dark, 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 title.

On the Activision Blizzard front, fans can look forward to a new Call of Duty game later this year and 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 enthusiasts might finally get news on the next steps for Starfield, including a possible PlayStation 5 release date. There's also anticipation for updates on The Elder Scrolls 6.

Beyond games, there's speculation about 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.

Following the format of previous years, such as the 2023 Starfield Direct and the 2024 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct, Microsoft will follow its Xbox Games Showcase with The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. Developed by Obsidian, fresh off the release of Avowed, this direct will provide an in-depth look at the sequel to the acclaimed first-person sci-fi RPG. Attendees can anticipate new gameplay, detailed insights, and developer commentary straight from Obsidian Entertainment. The Outer Worlds 2 is expected to launch later in 2025, and the showcase might reveal its release date.

Here are the airtimes for the Xbox Games Showcase followed by The Outer Worlds 2 Direct in various 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

Microsoft has confirmed that both the Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct will be digital-only events, meaning no in-theater experience for fans and media this year. However, Microsoft assures that the livestream will deliver all the essential updates on what's next for Xbox, accessible to viewers around the globe.