Microsoft has set its sights on June, officially announcing the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 alongside a dedicated The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. Following the tradition of its annual June event, Microsoft will continue to spotlight upcoming Xbox titles, 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.

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's lineup includes a variety of highly anticipated games currently in development, such as the new Fable, delayed to 2026, 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. Additionally, Double Fine, the creators of Psychonauts, are working on a new project.

On the Activision Blizzard front, fans can look forward to a new Call of Duty game later this year, along with various releases from Blizzard. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is set to launch in July, potentially making an appearance at the showcase. From Bethesda, there's anticipation around updates for Starfield, including a possible PlayStation 5 release date, and perhaps a glimpse of The Elder Scrolls 6.

There's also the possibility of Microsoft unveiling new Xbox hardware. While a next-gen Xbox console and an Xbox handheld are rumored for 2027, the showcase might offer insights into Xbox-branded handhelds from third-party companies.

Following the Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft will host The Outer Worlds 2 Direct, continuing the trend set by the 2023 Starfield Direct and 2024 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct. The Outer Worlds 2, developed by Obsidian Entertainment, is expected to release later in 2025. The direct will provide an in-depth look at new gameplay, details, and developer insights, offering fans a closer look at the sequel to the acclaimed first-person sci-fi RPG.

The Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct will be digital-only events, ensuring that fans and media can access all the latest updates from anywhere in the world. Here are the local time zones for the event:

• 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 assures that the livestream will deliver all the essential information about what's next for Xbox, catering to a global audience.