Yesterday, Microsoft held its Xbox Games Showcase, featuring a wide range of upcoming first-party titles alongside major announcements from third-party developers. The biggest highlights of the event included new entries in the Gears of War, Halo, Fable, Metro 2039, and Call of Duty franchises.
The next installment in the iconic series, Gears of War: E-Day, received a new trailer featuring the first gameplay footage. The game will officially launch as a console exclusive within the Xbox ecosystem on October 6. A special collector’s edition featuring a detailed statue will also be available.
The highly anticipated RPG Fable returned with a brand-new trailer, starring actress Hayley Atwell. The game is scheduled for release in February. Like Gears of War: E-Day, it will also receive a limited collector’s edition.
Halo Campaign Evolved was featured with an extensive gameplay trailer. The new chapter will explore events that take place “one year before the Ring appeared.” The game launches this July on Xbox, Steam, and PlayStation consoles. A collector’s edition complete with a statue has also been announced.
The A Plague Tale universe is expanding. Developers officially unveiled Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy during the showcase. The game is scheduled for release this August.
Fans of Japanese RPGs received exciting news as Persona 4 Revival was officially confirmed. The remake is set to launch on February 18, 2027.
After a long period of silence, Undead Labs finally revealed a brand-new gameplay trailer for State of Decay 3, showcasing the upcoming zombie survival experience.
Sea of Thieves continues to receive post-launch support. Developers announced a new content update titled Custom Seas, which will become available on June 18.
The post-apocalyptic shooter series is making its return. The first gameplay trailer for Metro 2039 was shown during the presentation, with the game currently scheduled for release in February.
Viewers also got their first look at Bad Magpie, a completely new project slated for release in 2027.
The sequel to the hardcore action title has been officially confirmed. Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember was announced during the showcase and is expected to launch in early 2027.
A new cult-management simulator titled Join Us was also revealed during the event. The game is planned for release in March 2027.
Senua’s story continues. Developers announced the next game in the Hellblade franchise, simply titled Senua. The project is expected to launch in 2027.
The fast-paced shooter DOOM: The Dark Ages will receive a new story expansion called Revelations. The DLC launches on July 7.
Sega officially confirmed the return of its legendary arcade franchise. The first full trailer for Crazy Taxi: World Tour showcased gameplay and revealed a 2027 release window.
Microsoft announced a limited-edition Xbox Series X console and Xbox Elite Series 2 controller in the brand’s signature green color scheme. Both products are scheduled for release in November.
The showcase also featured the official reveal of Minecraft Dungeons 2, a direct sequel to the popular co-op action RPG. The game launches on September 29.
Another brand-new project, Magicians: The Devil's Deal, was revealed during the main presentation.
Valor Mortis not only received a new trailer but also a concrete release window, with the game set to launch this September.
The Thieves Guild is returning. The popular MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online will receive a major Thieves' Guild expansion on July 8.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 24 will receive a special update themed around the United States to celebrate the country's 250th anniversary of independence.
The ambitious action title Where Winds Meet will expand with a new DLC called Hidden Mountain.
The legendary franchise is back. Castlevania: Belmont's Curse was showcased during the event and is scheduled for release on October 15.
One of the most anticipated RPGs in recent years is finally a reality. Persona 6 was officially announced with a short teaser trailer.
Toys For Bob is officially working on the first completely new Spyro game in 18 years. Spyro: A Realm Beyond launches in 2027 on all current platforms and will be available through Game Pass on day one.
The steampunk RPG Clockwork Revolution received a new trailer during the showcase. The game is scheduled for release in 2027 as a console-exclusive Xbox title. According to platform representatives, the exclusivity is permanent rather than timed.
The presentation concluded with an epic new trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, providing a memorable finale to this year's Xbox Games Showcase.
As a reminder, Stronghold 4, the next entry in the legendary strategy franchise, has also been officially announced.
