The gaming industry is steadily heating up for the latter half of 2025 and heading into 2026, with the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 and the "State of Play | June 4, 2025" broadcast. Not to be outdone, the "Xbox Games Showcase 2025 | The Outer Worlds 2 & Grounded 2 Direct" was broadcast starting at 2:00 AM JST on Monday, June 9, 2025. So, here's a full recap of the "Xbox Games Showcase 2025"!
"Xbox Games Showcase 2025" Full Recap!
Here's a full recap of the "Xbox Games Showcase 2025," broadcast starting at 2:00 AM JST on Monday, June 9, 2025! This article omits "The Outer Worlds 2 Direct" and "Grounded 2 Direct," which were broadcast simultaneously.
"The Outer Worlds 2"
The release date for "The Outer Worlds 2" is set for Wednesday, October 29, 2025! Obsidian Entertainment, known for developing "Fallout: New Vegas" and "Avowed," is developing this new title, a follow-up to the previous "The Outer Worlds" after a six-year hiatus.
"High On Life 2"
Aim to be the strongest bounty hunter in galactic history with talking guns! The sequel to "High on Life," "High On Life 2," is scheduled for release in Winter 2025.
According to the Steam page, supported languages include English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. There's strong user demand for Japanese support, so we'll have to wait and see.
"Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy"
"Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy" is scheduled for release in 2026. Set 15 years before the events of the previous action-adventure game, "A Plague Tale: Requiem," it depicts a battle through the harsh world of the 14th century.
"ROG Xbox Ally / ROG Xbox Ally X"
The portable gaming PCs "ROG Xbox Ally" and "ROG Xbox Ally X," co-developed by Microsoft and ASUS, have been announced! As expected, the devices come with optimized Windows 11 and also feature an integrated game library function for accessing games installed from various stores.
"ROG Xbox Ally" Brief Specifications
- CPU: AMD Ryzen Z2 A
- Memory: 16GB LPDDR5X-6400
- Storage: 512GB M.2 2280 SSD (upgradeable)
- Display: 7-inch, 1080p, 120Hz
"ROG Xbox Ally X" Brief Specifications
- CPU: AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme
- Memory: 24GB LPDDR5X-8000
- Storage: 1TB M.2 2280 SSD (upgradeable)
- Display: 7-inch, 1080p, 120Hz
"The Blood of Dawnwalker"
A gameplay trailer for "The Blood of Dawnwalker," a single-player open-world dark fantasy RPG, has been released. Players wielding the powers of both vampire and human wander between the worlds of day and night to confront enemies. This AAA title is developed by Rebel Wolves and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment.
"Super Meat Boy 3D"
Cute yet gory, and difficult. The brand-new title "Super Meat Boy 3D," a 3D version of "Super Meat Boy," is scheduled for release in the first half of 2026.
"NINJA GAIDEN 4"
The release date for the high-difficulty action-adventure game "NINJA GAIDEN 4" has been set for Tuesday, October 21, 2025! This marks a return approximately 13 years after the previous numbered title, "NINJA GAIDEN 3." The graphics are undeniably on a completely different level.
"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants"
A major expansion for "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" titled "The Order of Giants," which adds a completely new story, will be released on Thursday, September 4, 2025! Indy uncovers a dark legacy related to the Nephilim giants while dealing with a dangerous cult.
"Beast of Reincarnation"
Game Freak, known for the Pokémon series, has announced a brand new title, "Beast of Reincarnation"! Set in Japan in the year 4026 AD, Emma, entrusted with humanity's last hope, challenges an unknown world to explore the meaning of being human. It's scheduled for release in 2026!
"Clockwork Revolution"
Change the past, control the future! A gameplay trailer for the new time-traveling FPS "Clockwork Revolution" has been released. Its cool steampunk world is a must-see for fans.
"Grounded 2"
"Grounded 2," the sequel to "Grounded," has been announced! Like "The Outer Worlds 2," it's a survival adventure developed by Obsidian Entertainment. It's scheduled to be released in Xbox Game Preview on Tuesday, July 29, 2025!
"Cronos: The New Dawn"
Defeated enemies merge and revive. New footage of the third-person survival horror "Cronos: The New Dawn" has been released! It's scheduled for release in Fall 2025.
"The Elder Scrolls Online - Season of the Worm Cult"
New content for "The Elder Scrolls Online," "Season of the Worm Cult," will be released on Wednesday, June 18, 2025!
"Aphelion"
DON'T NOD, known for "Life is Strange," has announced a brand new sci-fi adventure, "Aphelion." It's a co-production with the European Space Agency (ESA) and is scheduled for release in 2026.
"There are No Ghosts At The Grand"
The new first-person mystery "There are No Ghosts At The Grand." The video unfolds in a cheerful, musical style, but does it have another face at night...? It's scheduled for release in 2026.
"Age of Mythology: Retold - Heavenly Spear"
A major expansion for "Age of Mythology: Retold" titled "Heavenly Spear" has been announced! Japanese mythology will be added to the main game, which previously featured scenarios from Greek and Norse mythology. It's scheduled for release in Fall 2025!
"MUDANG: Two Hearts"
"MUDANG: Two Hearts" is a stealth action game set in modern Korea. A North Korean soldier dispatched to uncover the truth behind an attack on the National Assembly building just before reunification encounters... a K-Pop star! It's scheduled for release in 2026.
"Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf"
A sequel to "Planet of Lana," a puzzle adventure that has received very positive reviews on Steam, is coming! "Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf" is scheduled for release in 2026.
"Fallout 76: Gone Fission"
The Season 21 update for "Fallout 76," "Gone Fission," was implemented on Tuesday, June 2, 2025 JST. A video reintroducing "fishing" has been released.
"Solo Leveling: Arise"
The global hit "Solo Leveling," which originated in Korea and boasts 14.3 billion views, is being made into a game! The stylish action RPG "Solo Leveling: Arise" is scheduled for release in Fall 2025.
"Aniimo"
The free-to-play open-world RPG "Aniimo" is scheduled for release in 2026! It's reminiscent of *that* other game, where you can capture unique creatures called Aniimo, evolve them, and adventure together.
"Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4"
"Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4" will be released on Saturday, July 12, 2025 JST! The video even features the cry of "Cowabunga!"
Furthermore, a demo has been available since Monday, June 9, 2025.
"At Fate's End"
"At Fate's End," an action-adventure game where you fight against loved ones, has been announced! It's scheduled for release in 2026.
"Gears of War: Reloaded"
A gameplay trailer for "Gears of War: Reloaded," a complete remake of the original "Gears of War," has been released! It will be released on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
"Persona 4 Revival"
It's finally here! A teaser video for "Persona 4 Revival" has been released. Although it's only about 40 seconds long, it caused a huge sensation on social media.
"Sea of Thieves - Smugglers' Tide"
Season 17 of the popular pirate adventure "Sea of Thieves," titled "Smugglers' Tide," has been announced! It will arrive in August 2025.
"Invincible VS"
"Invincible VS," a 3v3 fighting game based on the animated series "Invincible," has been announced! This game, which features an excessive amount of blood splatter, is scheduled for release in 2026.
"Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade"
"Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade" is coming to Xbox too! It's scheduled for release in Winter 2025 for Xbox Series X|S and Windows!
"Final Fantasy XVI"
"Final Fantasy XVI" is also finally confirmed for release on Xbox X|S and Windows! What's more, it's available for immediate release following the announcement.
"Keeper"
A true masterpiece needs no explanation, right!? "Keeper," a heartwarming story told without words, is scheduled for release on Thursday, October 17, 2025.
"Call of Duty: Black Ops 7"
The final announcement this time is "Call of Duty: Black Ops 7." The trailer shows David Mason visiting a technology company called "Guild" and Raul Menendez, the villain from "Call of Duty: Black Ops 2." In addition to futuristic combat scenes using optical camouflage and drones, there were also scenes hinting at the customary zombie mode.
