Xbox Games Showcase 2025: Every Announcement and Trailer
- Matthew Rondina
- 3 days ago
- 7 min read
Catch up on every major Xbox Games Showcase 2025 announcement, including new reveals, trailers, and release dates.
The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 delivered a packed lineup of reveals, gameplay debuts, and hardware surprises, giving fans plenty to look forward to across Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass. From long-awaited sequels to bold new IPs, the event highlighted Microsoft’s commitment to a diverse slate of experiences, from AAA RPGs to unique indie games. Major franchises like Gears of War and Call of Duty made an appearance, while surprises from studios like Obsidian, Game Freak, and Don’t Nod expanded the horizon of what's to come. Here’s everything that was announced:
The Outer Worlds 2
Release Date: October 29, 2025
Obsidian kicked off the showcase with a full gameplay reveal for The Outer Worlds 2, showcasing its signature humour, choice-driven dialogue, and stylized combat. The game retains its satirical tone while introducing larger worlds and more ambitious visual design. A dedicated direct following the show promises deeper insights into character systems and exploration.
High on Life 2
Release Date: Winter 2025
Squanch Games returns with High on Life 2, the sequel to its irreverent first-person shooter. This time, the game introduces new traversal mechanics with a skater-inspired twist, promising fast-paced movement and more outrageous humour. Expect more talking weapons, zany alien worlds, and a whole lot of absurdity.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy
Release Date: 2026
It looks like Asobo Studio is taking the Plague Tale franchise into a dramatically different setting—Ancient Rome. We got a tease of gladiatorial combat arenas, mysterious colossi, and the signature blend of stealth and survival. The reveal trailer hints at a deeply personal journey haunted by supernatural threats.
Microsoft + ASUS Xbox Ally Handhelds
Release Date: TBA
Microsoft and ASUS announced two new ROG Xbox Ally handhelds, built as part of “Project Kennan.” Both feature a reworked Xbox-focused UI on top of Windows, designed for ease-of-use and optimized handheld gaming. The white model targets 720p gaming, while the black Ally X offers more power, with up to 1080p performance and a 120Hz display.
Blood of Dawnwalker
Release Date: 2026 A cryptic teaser introduced Blood of Dawnwalker, an atmospheric action-adventure steeped in gothic horror. While details are scarce, the visuals hint at large-scale monster battles, ancient ruins, and a protagonist navigating a cursed world.
Super Meat Boy 3D
Release Date: Early 2026 Team Meat reimagines the masochistic platformer in full 3D. Super Meat Boy 3D brings new levels, mechanics, and camera dynamics while retaining the tight, twitch-based gameplay that made the original a cult classic.
Ninja Gaiden 4
Release Date: October 21, 2025
Team Ninja’s return to the Ninja Gaiden franchise looks as brutal and visceral as ever. The trailer highlights fast-paced melee combat, gruesome enemy designs, and a darker tone. It’s the first new mainline title in over a decade.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants (DLC)
Release Date: September 4, 2025
MachineGames revealed a DLC expansion to The Great Circle. The Order of Giants sees Indy delving into myths surrounding the Nephilim. Expect more ancient puzzles, Nazi conspiracies, and whip-swinging action.
Beast of Reincarnation
Release Date: 2026 From Pokémon developer Game Freak comes a new action RPG set in a dangerous, shape-shifting wilderness. Players control Emma and her dog companion, Koo, as they unravel a mystery tied to reincarnation and elemental powers. Coming to Xbox, PS5, and PC.
Clockwork Revolution
Release Date: TBD inXile’s steampunk shooter introduces time manipulation in a world full of political intrigue. Alter past events to reshape the present, all while fighting enemies with advanced gadgetry. Think BioShock Infinite with more time travel.
Grounded 2
Release Date: July 29, 2025 Obsidian’s backyard survival sim returns. Grounded 2 expands the world with new bug types, biomes, and base-building features. Multiplayer is enhanced, and there's now a story mode involving sentient insect factions.
Cronos: The New Dawn
Release Date: TBA 2025 A mysterious reveal from a new studio. Cronos appears to be a cinematic sci-fi action game, with shades of Dead Space and Returnal. The brief trailer teased alien landscapes, tactical combat, and a protagonist dealing with identity fractures.
The Elder Scrolls Online: Seasons of the Worm Cult
Release Date: June 18th, 2025
A new chapter for ESO, focusing on necromancy, forgotten temples, and the rise of the Worm Cult. Adds a new class and zone to explore with online co-op campaigns.
Aphelion
Release Date: TBD 2026
Don’t Nod steps into sci-fi survival with Aphelion, a departure from their narrative-heavy adventures. Players manage resources, make life-or-death choices, and explore alien planets in a cinematic, third-person experience.
There Are No Ghosts at the Grand
Release Date: TBA
A spooky, whimsical indie where players investigate paranormal events at an old theatre. Blends puzzle-solving with supernatural storytelling in a side-scrolling format.
Age of Mythology Retold: Heavenly Spear (Expansion)
Release Date: TBA The Heavenly Spear expansion introduces a new mythological pantheon, celestial units, and map types. Classic strategy gameplay enhanced with modern visuals and mechanics.
Mudang: Two Hearts
Release Date: 2026
Set in a Korean-inspired fantasy world, Mudang is a story-rich action RPG where the protagonist is torn between two spiritual lineages. The gameplay showcases spell-slinging, martial arts, and mythical creatures.
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf
Release Date: TBA
The sequel continues Lana’s story with new puzzle-platforming mechanics and environmental storytelling. Expect more beautiful landscapes and threats both organic and machine-based.
Fallout 76: Gone Fission
Release Date: Out Now
Solo Leveling Arise Overdrive
Release Date: TBA
A tie-in with the popular anime, this new entry builds on the gameplay of Solo Leveling: Arise with enhanced graphics, story content, and online raid bosses.
Aniimo
Release Date: 2026
A colourful, open-world F2P RPG where players collect magical creatures called Aniimo. Blend creature battles with social elements and environmental storytelling in a world inspired by JRPG traditions.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Remastered
Release Date: July 11, 2025
The iconic skaters return with full remakes of THPS 3 and 4. New additions include modern features and characters—Michelangelo from TMNT is even playable!
At Fate’s End
Release Date: 2026
A high fantasy narrative RPG that blends Norse mythology and cosmic horror. The story revolves around a prophecy, ancient gods, and moral dilemmas in a fractured world.
Gears of War: Reloaded
Release Date: August 26, 2025
The Gears franchise is back with Reloaded, a reboot that reimagines the early days of the Locust War. Expect gritty storytelling, new squad dynamics, and brutal third-person combat.
Persona 4 Revival
Release Date: TBD
A reimagining of Persona 4, bringing the classic JRPG to modern platforms with updated visuals, enhanced mechanics, and quality-of-life improvements.
Sea of Thieves: Smugglers’ Tide
Release Date: August 2025
A new season for Sea of Thieves introducing smuggling missions, ship upgrades, and dynamic naval encounters. Players can choose to be outlaws or intercept contraband on the high seas.
Invincible VS
Release Date: 2026
Based on the Invincible comic and TV series, this 2.5D brawler lets players control heroes and villains in fast-paced, bloody action. Supports online co-op and competitive play.
FFVII Remake is Coming to Xbox
Release Date: Winter 2025
Final Fantasy VII Remake is officially making its way to Xbox Series X|S in Winter 2025. This reimagining of the iconic 1997 RPG has been praised for its stunning visuals, modernized combat system, and deeper storytelling. Xbox players will finally get to experience the beginning of Cloud Strife’s journey through the dystopian city of Midgar, brought to life with cinematic flair and real-time action. With this release, a whole new audience will be able to witness the emotional and epic rebirth of a gaming legend.
Final Fantasy XVI
Release Date: Available Now
In a surprise move, Final Fantasy XVI has officially arrives on Xbox Series X|S, marking the franchise’s long-awaited return to the platform.
Set in a world where the power of the Mothercrystals has shaped nations and fueled conflict for generations, five rival kingdoms now teeter on the brink of collapse. As tensions erupt, the Dominants—warriors bound to the mighty Eikons—find their destinies unraveling in a storm of chaos, betrayal, and war.
With the balance of power shattered, a new chapter begins—now available to Xbox players worldwide.
Keeper
Release Date: October 17, 2025
Double Fine returns with Keeper, a uniquely imaginative adventure that casts players as a living lighthouse navigating a vast and mysterious oceanic realm. Accompanied by a loyal, feathered companion, players will traverse storm-lashed archipelagos, eerie ruins, and shifting tides in search of meaning and memory. True to Double Fine’s signature style, Keeper blends surreal, painterly visuals with heartfelt narrative beats and offbeat humour. The world is filled with quirky puzzles, sentient weather, and cryptic characters that challenge perception and emotional intuition alike. As the lighthouse, you'll shine your literal beacon of light into the unknown—both illuminating the past and shaping the future.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
Release Date: TBD 2025
The next major entry in the Call of Duty franchise was shared as a surprise "one last announcement." Set in 2035, Black Ops 7 follows David Mason and his elite team facing a psychological war led by an enemy who uses fear as their ultimate weapon.
Final Thoughts on the Xbox Games Showcase 2025
The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 delivered an impressive mix of returning favourites, bold new IPs, and surprise announcements offering a tantalizing look the future of Xbox. With so many titles launching soon and others on the horizon, along with new dedicated portable hardware there’s never been a better time to be part of the Xbox ecosystem.
Which reveal are you most excited about? Let me know in the comments below, and stay tuned for hands-on previews and deep dives on dappertux.com
About the Author - Matthew "Dapper Tux" Rondina
Matthew has been involved in all things gaming since the 8-bit era. He is a video game and tech industry veteran who has been passionate about technology and gaming for over 20 years. In addition to being the Managing Editor of dappertux.com, he has bylines with Best Buy, Cineplex Entertainment, Mobile Syrup and Walmart. Follow Matthew’s gaming + tech adventures on multiple social platforms with the handle @dapper_tux via X, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and join in on the fun!
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