Xbox Games Showcase 2025: All the Blockbuster Reveals

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The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 delivered a flurry of exciting announcements, trailers, and reveals, solidifying Xbox’s strong position in the gaming landscape. From highly anticipated sequels and remakes to surprising new IPs and hardware, the event showcased a diverse lineup that promises a thrilling future for gamers across multiple platforms.

Xbox Handheld and Cross-Platform Focus

One of the most significant reveals was the new Xbox-branded handheld, the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X. This device, a modified version of the ASUS ROG Ally, emphasizes Xbox’s commitment to cross-play and Xbox Play Anywhere, allowing access to various PC game stores like Steam and GOG. Notably, Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available on the ROG Xbox Ally at launch.

Major Game Reveals and Updates

The showcase was packed with game announcements, including:

Persona 4 Revival: A full 3D remake of the beloved JRPG, Persona 4 Revival, was confirmed, though a release date was not provided.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7: The latest installment in the Call of Duty series was revealed, featuring a near-future setting and an all-star cast.
The Outer Worlds 2: Official gameplay was shown for the comedic sci-fi RPG, with a release date of October 29.
Grounded 2: Obsidian Entertainment announced a sequel to their popular survival game, Grounded 2, with an early access release on July 29.
Keeper: Double Fine Productions unveiled their next project, Keeper, a visually stunning adventure game launching on October 17.
Beast of Reincarnation: Pokémon developer Game Freak revealed this action RPG set in post-apocalyptic Japan, coming in 2026.
High on Life 2: A quick sequel to the wacky first-person shooter, High on Life 2, is set to release this winter.
Ninja Gaiden 4: The latest entry in the action series, Ninja Gaiden 4, received an October 21 release date.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy: A prequel to the A Plague Tale series was announced, set to arrive in 2026.
Super Meat Boy 3D: A 3D action-platformer, Super Meat Boy 3D, is coming in early 2026.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC: “The Order of Giants” DLC for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was revealed, with a September 4 release date.

Surprising Multiplatform Releases

A notable trend throughout the showcase was the emphasis on multiplatform releases, with many titles confirmed for Xbox, PC, and PlayStation 5. This includes the long-awaited arrival of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade to Xbox this winter, and Final Fantasy 16 becoming available on Xbox immediately following the showcase.

Other Notable Announcements

Clockwork Revolution: InXile Entertainment showcased fresh gameplay for their time-manipulating steampunk RPG.
Invincible VS: A 3v3 tag fighter based on Robert Kirkman’s Invincible was revealed, coming in 2026.
Aniimo: A new free-to-play, creature-catching open-world action-RPG was announced for mobile, PC, and Xbox Series X in 2026.
There Are No Ghosts at the Grand: A unique “spooky, cozy, musical mystery” game was unveiled.
At Fate’s End: Thunder Lotus Games revealed their next action-adventure title.
Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf: A sequel to the narrative platformer is coming in 2026.

Overall, the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 delivered a compelling vision for the future of Xbox gaming, marked by a strong lineup of diverse titles and a continued push for player freedom across platforms.