This year’s online Xbox Showcase, amplified by a fan-supported watch party in Los Angeles, came out swinging with a massive lineup of new game announcements, long-awaited updates, and a glimpse into the future of the Xbox ecosystem. From blockbuster sequels to surprising new IPs, the presentation solidified an exciting roadmap for Xbox players.
A Slate of Highly-Anticipated Sequels and New Adventures
The showcase featured trailers for upcoming titles, catering to a wide range of genres and fan bases.
The comedic, talking-gun shooter from some of the minds behind Rick & Morty is back. High On Life 2 made a splash with a new trailer, confirming a Winter 2025 release window.
In a move that sent waves of excitement through the action game community, Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja, in collaboration with Platinum Games, officially announced Ninja Gaiden 4, set to slice its way onto consoles on October 21, 2025.
Bethesda and MachineGames gave fans a new look at the legendary archaeologist’s next adventure with a new DLC for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle titled The Order of the Giants, scheduled for a September 4, 2025 release.
From the imaginative minds at InXile Entertainment comes Clockwork Revolution, a new IP that blends steampunk aesthetics with time-bending gameplay mechanics. A new gameplay trailer was debuted at the showcase.
Game Freak, the celebrated developer of the Pokémon series, unveiled a new action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, slated for a 2026 release.
Obsidian Entertainment announced Grounded 2, a full sequel to their hit survival game. The game will enter Game Preview in July. The studio’s highly anticipated The Outer Worlds 2 also made an appearance, with a confirmed release date of October 29, 2025.
The showcase also included announcements for:
- Age of Mythology Retold: Heavenly Spear, a new expansion for the remastered strategy game, arriving in Fall 2025.
- Mudang: Two Hearts, an action thriller set for a 2026 release.
- Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf, a sequel to the stunning indie adventure, coming in 2026.
- At Fate’s End, a new side-scrolling action-adventure from the developers of Spiritfarer, releasing in 2026.
- Keeper, a new title from Double Fine, launching on October 17, 2025.
Major Franchises Make a Grand Return
The Gears of War franchise is getting a visual and performance overhaul with Gears of War: Reloaded. This remaster will launch on August 26, 2025, and will feature cross-play and cross-progression in stunning 4K HDR at 120 FPS.
In a huge surprise for RPG fans, a full remake of a beloved classic is on the way with Persona 4 Revival.
The world of superheroes and villains will collide in the newly announced 3v3 tag fighter Invincible VS, coming in 2026.
To close out the showcase with a bang, the next installment in the colossal Call of Duty franchise was teased: Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
Final Fantasy, Fishing, and More
The showcase was a massive event for Final Fantasy fans. It was announced that the critically acclaimed Final Fantasy XVI is available on Xbox starting today. Furthermore, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade will be coming to Xbox consoles this winter.
The wasteland is also set to get a little more relaxing with the Fallout 76: Gone Fission update, which adds fishing to the game and was released on June 3, 2025. A new free-to-play, pen-and-paper-style action RPG called Animo was also revealed, with a planned 2026 release.
The Future of Xbox: More Choice, More Freedom
Sarah Bond, President of Xbox, took to the virtual stage to outline the company’s forward-looking vision. The core message was one of freedom and expanded choice for players, emphasizing a future where the Xbox experience is not tethered to a single device or storefront.
This philosophy was exemplified by the official reveal of a new handheld device from ASUS, the ROG Xbox Ally, which features deep integration with the Xbox ecosystem, including an Xbox button and inspired controls. This device will allow users to natively download and play their games or stream them from the cloud. The “Xbox Ally” initiative also brings Battle.net to the handheld, allowing players to take their Xbox experience on the go.
