Conventions are, without a doubt, one of the backbones of the gaming industry. From consoles to game releases, interviews, and demos, it is one of the best ways to stay updated on some of the newest information available. With the explosion of livestreaming and the speed at which information can be shared online, it makes that sentiment all the more true, especially for those of us who can't find the time to make it to the events themselves but still want the latest on everything from Nintendo to PC, PlayStation, and, of course, Xbox.
Earlier this week, Xbox had its presentation at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany. Over three days, we not only got to see the future of Xbox itself, but also where it believes its strengths lie, as well as the wellspring of new title releases, interviews, and gameplay teasers for many anticipated titles, such as Black Ops 7 and Hollow Knight: Silksong. If you're a fan of Xbox or gaming in general, there was something here for everybody.
Without further ado, let's get on with the announcements!
- The biggest announcement that wasn't a game release was without a doubt the ROG Xbox Ally & Ally X - Xbox's first-ever handheld consoles are available for purchase on October 16th, 2025.
- The Rogue Prince of Persia is a new 2D action roguelite with wallrunning and parkour-centric movement from Evil Empire, the studio behind the Dead Cells Castlevania DLC. Save Persia and correct your mistakes, available now.
- Starsand Island is a brand-new IP from Seed Lab. A cozy and magical new entry to the farming sim genre with 3D anime graphics coming early next year, 2026.
- Tropico 7 welcomes the return of El Presidente in the newest installment of this classic city builder from Gaming Minds Studios. Build your tropical paradise when the game releases in 2026.
- Lego Voyagers is a precious co-op puzzle platformer title that focuses on friendship and achieving one's dreams. From Light Brick Studio, the game drops on September 15th, 2025.
- Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is now getting an Xbox release. The critically acclaimed remake of this all-time classic, with the side story of the ninja Yuffie, is releasing on Xbox globally during Winter 2025.
- Keeper is a wordless cinematic puzzle game where you play as a lighthouse and experience the unspoken bond of friendship. From the chaotic mind of Lee Petty and Double Fine Productions, it is set to release on October 17th, 2025.
- Invincible keeps on growing, getting a 3D tag battle fighting game: Invincible Vs. Inspired by the television series and comic book, it pulls no punches with its references and insane gore. You can start kicking Viltrumite butt in 2026.
- From Square Glade Games, Outbound is a cozy open-world base builder where you hit the open roads with your van. With an in-depth crafting system, you can embrace nature and live off the grid starting in early 2026.
- Dying Light: The Beast is the newest installment in the pulse-racing survival horror franchise from Techland. Continue Kyle Crane's story and unleash the beast on your enemies on September 18th, 2025.
- Beastro is a new game from Timberline Studio. Farm crops to use in your delectable dishes to energize heroes before engaging in turn-based, deck-building combat. Order's up in 2026.
- From horror titans Bloober Team, Chronos: The New Dawn is the story of the Traveler, going back in time to save souls from an event that set the death of humanity into motion. Jump back to the past on September 5th, 2025.
- Get ready to crack that whip and solve puzzles in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, the Order of the Giants DLC. Step back into Indy's shoes and uncover the mystery behind the strange cult in this new chapter on September 4th, 2025.
- Ready your rod and help Baelin, a humble fisherman, save the village of Honeywood in the Xbox port of this action-packed, pixelated RPG, Nice Day for Fishing. Coming later this year.
- The tactical, turn-based JRPG, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, is ready to introduce new generations to the 1997 strategy title. Command your team and experience the story of the kingdom of Ivalice on September 30th, 2025.
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is the latest installment of this classic, long-standing franchise, and the development team is dedicated to giving fans more to explore. They've released a new Germany City Update; experience the gorgeous German cityscapes in this free update, available now.
- The story of Ryu Hayabusa is not over yet. With a snappy movement system and the same fast-paced combat we all know and love, Ninja Gaiden 4 releases on October 21st, 2025.
- Just when we thought things couldn't get any weirder, Squanch Games is here to remind us that it always can be. Skateboards, aliens, and high octane action; High on Life 2 drops on February 13th, 2026.
- Project Bloomwalker, at its core, is a crafting game where you use your power to help save the planet from devastating pollution. With the Ghibli-inspired aesthetic, you can almost feel the magic coming straight at you. There is currently no release date.
- JOYCITY, after doing it with Freestyle Football R, has once again kicked the ball over to the mainstream field. Freestyle Football 2, with its stunning character designs and high-energy matches, releases in 2026.
- World of Warcraft: Midnight is the newest expansion for the MMORPG juggernaut, and is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet. The all too familiar battle between darkness and the light, plus the highly anticipated housing feature, is available for pre-order now and will be released in early 2026.
- Get your nozzles and soap ready and roll up those sleeves, it's time to get down to business in Powerwash Simulator 2. With plenty of new messes to clean and a base of operation to make your own, the sequel is releasing in Fall 2025.
- Armed with a gun, roguelite mechanics, and ever-changing loadouts, you're given one simple task: Kill the Brickman. The quirky arcade-style shooter is out now.
- Rock and Stone! After being available in Early Access for over a year, Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, the newest bullet hell entry in the Deep Rock Galactic series, comes out on September 17th, 2025.
- The Outer Worlds 2 inches ever closer to its release, and bit by bit, we are discovering what else this world has to offer us once again, including its colorful cast of companions. Experience the stories of Niles, Marisol, and the others when the sequel comes out on October 29th, 2025.
- At Fate's End is a tarot-themed action-adventure game focusing on family relationships and responsibility. From Thunder Lotus, the team behind Spiritfarer, you can determine the fate of the Hemlock Clan next year in 2026.
- Another Thunder Lotus product, 33 Immortals is celebrating its 3rd major update. The co-op roguelike has new enemies to face, daily challenges, and weapon skins for players to enjoy. It's all available now.
- Fragpunk is making waves in the hero shooter genre, and it's pulling out all the stops with its newest mode: Toys Awaken. Enjoy the new prop hunt mode and colorful atmosphere in September 2025.
- A love letter to everything Batman, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a never-before-seen experience in Lego format. With its Arkham style combat, massive cast of characters, and classic Lego humor, you can experience the Bat Family history in 2026.
- Through historic Edo-era Kyoto, one man, Miyamoto Musashi, must battle through waves of Genma in this action-packed addition to the Onimusha franchise. Experience Onimusha: Way of the Sword when it drops in 2026.
- Frontier Developments spared no expense with the newest entry in this dinosaur park management franchise. Breed and house unique species in a theme park unlike any other in Jurassic World Evolution 3 when it comes out on October 21st, 2025.
- After years of waiting, the anticipation is finally over. Explore a new kingdom with Hornet as you fight through swarms of bugs and bosses in Hollow Knight: Silksong when it comes out on September 4th, 2025.
- Bellring Games has been hard at work on Mistfall Hunter, with their Beta 3 rapidly approaching in September 2025. With a new boss and questline available, you can register for the beta today and become a full-fledged Gylden Hunter.
- Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection is an all-encompassing origin story, covering the arcade era in a level of detail never seen before. Currently, we have no release date yet, but soon, you can play alone or online against others as you experience this in-depth, bloody, and rich history.
- Gear up and prepare for battle in that intense and familiar Wargaming Group Limited style in World of Tanks: HEAT. Compete in vicious 10v10 battles full of strategic planning and guns blazing action. There is currently no release date.
- Featuring both solo and online multiplayer, Wildekin is a precious and cozy life sim where you can build, craft, and adventure to your heart's content. These animals are brimming with personality and are just eager to meet you in 2026.
- From the creators of No More Heroes and Deadly Premonition comes a bloody, stylized roguelike like no other. Help Justine escape the waves of deranged killers in Hotel Barcelona, releasing on September 26th, 2025.
- Overwatch 2's newest season is on the horizon. With Season 18 comes new hero perks, a new game mode, and the latest hero to join the ever-expanding roster: Wuyang. The update comes out on August 26th, 2025.
- The fog returns once again in this highly anticipated survival horror title from KONAMI. Do your best to survive in Silent Hill f when it releases on September 25th, 2025.
- You've never seen 3D platforming like this. Race across abandoned metro lines all across Japan and compete against rival gangs to become the best by performing sick tricks inside a train car. Denshattack releases in Spring 2026.
- Valor Mortis is a soulslike with a unique aesthetic approach: You wake up in a plague-stricken Europe, a soldier from Napoleon's army, with newfound power. From the team behind Ghostrunner, uncover the mysteries of Valor Mortis when it releases in 2026.
- Age of Empires IV has recently announced both a PS5 port and a brand new expansion: Dynasties of the East. With four new civilizations and a brand new single-player mode, the possibilities have become endless. Lead your empire to new heights on November 4th, 2025.
- My Hero Academia: All's Justice is the biggest entry so far. With a super-sized roster in a tag-battle system, the possibilities are on a completely different level. There's no release date yet, but whether it's fighting against friends or through the war between heroes and villains, you can go even further beyond when the time comes.
- After three years, Triangle Strategy, the critically acclaimed strategic RPG from the team behind Octopath Traveler, is now making its way to Xbox and PlayStation. Utility, Liberty, Morality. These factors are in your hands, with the game available for purchase on both platforms today.
- Just like its predecessor, Grounded 2 has made leaps and bounds in Early Access; with Obsidian Entertainment revealing more content for future updates. Including an eight-legged boss battle that acts as the biggest challenge yet, players can experience all that and more in the Fall update later this year.
- A betrayal still felt over twenty-one years later, players young and old can once again find themselves entranced in the remake of one of the greatest stealth titles of all time. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater releases on August 28th, 2025
- Last, but certainly not least, is the gameplay trailer for Black Ops 7. The reveal of a new co-op campaign, the ever classic zombies mode, and a continuation of the Black Ops 2 main story have fans both old and new eagerly awaiting November 14th, 2025.
The gaming community is gonna be overwhelmed with options during both the holiday season and in the year to come, with some titles dropping as early as next week! It was a very fulfilling showcase, and I can't wait to see what Xbox does next.