Summer Game Fest 2025 is in full swing, with 15 individual events running from June 3-9. Our team is on the ground in LA covering the event, with writers tuning in remotely to the livestreams. Expect game previews, interviews, reactions, and a plethora of new trailers and release date announcements.
On Tuesday, June 3, Epic showcased updates on their own Fortnite and CD PROJEKT RED’s upcoming The Witcher IV at the State of Unreal event. Unreal Engine 5.6 was demoed in real-time on a PS5, showcasing Nanite Foliage and a detailed, bustling world. Fortnite announced the ability for creators to add custom AI NPCs to the game.
Wednesday, June 4 saw Sony’s State of Play stream featuring over 20 games and a surprise hardware announcement. Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Silent Hill f, and a Final Fantasy Tactics remaster were among the highlights. Release dates were revealed for Sword of the Sea, Baby Steps, and Silent Hill f, among others.
Thursday, June 5 had no scheduled events as a nod to Arbor Day in New Zealand.
Friday, June 6 brought the Summer Game Fest Live event, which featured big announcements like Resident Evil Requiem and the return of the Lumines series. While some fans may have been disappointed by the absence of certain titles, there were still plenty of exciting reveals to keep gamers buzzing. To access the content mentioned, please click on the provided link and adjust your privacy settings to view the «Content and social-media partners» setting. The final game we want to highlight from this year’s Wholesome Direct is Camper Van: Make it Home, a delightful blend of interior design mechanics and charmingly miniaturized objects that creates an adorable experience. It was released during the showcase and is now available on Steam.
There were numerous other announcements during the 2025 Wholesome Direct stream, making the entire event worth watching. You can enjoy it at your leisure, preferably snuggled up with a blanket and a nice drink.
Saturday also featured several hyper-specific game streams, including the Women-led Games show, Latin American Games Showcase, Southeast Asian Games Showcase, Green Games Showcase, and Frosty Games Fest. What a party!
On Sunday, the highlight was the Xbox showcase, which unveiled exciting news such as the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two new Xbox-focused PC handhelds. These devices, similar to ASUS’ ROG Ally handhelds, feature smoother grips designed to feel more like an Xbox controller in your hands.
The software experience on the Xbox Ally handhelds differs as well, running Windows 11 with fewer background processes and lower overhead in Microsoft’s version of Steam Big Picture mode. These devices will have access to other popular storefronts, such as Steam and Epic. The Xbox Ally is expected to be available closer to the holidays, but pricing remains uncertain.
Additionally, the Xbox showcase revealed details about Outer Worlds 2, set to release on October 29 with new gameplay systems. The show also featured a surprise announcement of a new Call of Duty game, Black Ops 7.
For more information from the Xbox showcase, stay tuned for updates on Paralives and Blippo+, both of which are set to launch later this year on various platforms.
As we move into Monday, the Black Voices in Gaming showcase is the final event of the week, starting at noon ET. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate diversity in gaming. Expect to see game previews, interviews, and reactions in the coming days as the show’s in-person component runs from Saturday to Monday. Additionally, there will be a plethora of new trailers and release date announcements in between. We will be compiling the biggest announcements here in chronological order, with links to more in-depth coverage where available.
On Tuesday, June 3, the State of Unreal event showcased updates on Epic’s Fortnite and CD PROJEKT RED’s The Witcher IV. The event featured tech demos for Unreal Engine 5.6 and gameplay footage for The Witcher IV running on a base PS5. Fortnite announced the ability for creators to add custom AI NPCs to the game.
Wednesday, June 4, saw the PlayStation State of Play event featuring games like Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Silent Hill f, and Lumines Arise. Release dates were confirmed for various titles, including Sword of the Sea, Baby Steps, and Final Fantasy Tactics remaster.
Thursday, June 5, had no scheduled events as it was Arbor Day in New Zealand.
Friday, June 6, the Summer Game Fest Live event revealed big announcements like Resident Evil Requiem and Project Century, now known as Stranger Than Heaven. The event showcased trailers for upcoming games and garnered excitement from fans. To access the content mentioned above, please click on the provided link and adjust your privacy settings to view the «Content and social-media partners» setting. Get ready to party because Sunday, June 8, was a big day for gaming enthusiasts! Xbox had its usual exciting showcase, unveiling some major news that had everyone buzzing. The highlight of the event was the introduction of the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two new Xbox-focused PC handhelds. These devices, similar to ASUS’ ROG Ally handhelds, feature smoothed-out grips that mimic the feel of an Xbox controller in your hands.
The software experience on the Xbox Ally handhelds is unique, as they run Windows 11 but with Microsoft’s version of Steam Big Picture mode. This results in fewer background processes and lower overhead compared to regular Windows handhelds. Microsoft has also ensured that users can access other popular storefronts like Steam and Epic, providing more flexibility. The release of the Xbox Ally is expected closer to the holidays, but the pricing remains a mystery. Will Microsoft subsidize these devices, or will they be priced similarly to ASUS’ versions at $600-$800?
In other news, fans were delighted to hear about the upcoming release of «Outer Worlds 2.» Microsoft announced that the game is set to launch on October 29, with an expanded title that features an improved combat system and a more extensive set of companions. Excitement is high for this highly anticipated sequel, and fans can’t wait to dive into the new gameplay features.
The show’s «One More Thing» moment was the reveal of a new Call of Duty game, «Black Ops 7.» While the annual release of a new Call of Duty title may not have been a surprise, it still generated a lot of buzz among fans. However, some were left wondering if Microsoft missed an opportunity to showcase their Xbox-branded handheld as the final reveal.
Additionally, the Xbox showcase featured other noteworthy announcements, including updates on games like «Paralives» and «Blippo+.» «Paralives,» an indie take on «The Sims,» is set to enter early access on December 8, offering players a charming gaming experience. On the other hand, «Blippo+» will be coming to more platforms in full color, with a release scheduled for PC and Nintendo Switch in fall 2025.
As the gaming world gears up for more exciting events, Monday, June 9, brings the Black Voices in Gaming showcase. The event kicks off at noon ET and promises to shine a spotlight on diversity and inclusion in the gaming industry. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from this upcoming showcase.
With a jam-packed schedule of events and announcements, gaming enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to in the coming days. Whether it’s new hardware releases, game updates, or showcases highlighting diverse voices in the industry, SGF 2025 is shaping up to be an eventful and thrilling experience for gamers worldwide. The standout event was State of Unreal, the first event in the official Summer Game Fest lineup. Among the impressive tech demos and announcements, updates on Epic’s Fortnite and CD PROJEKT RED’s upcoming The Witcher IV were particularly noteworthy. The tech demo for Unreal Engine 5.6 showcased on a base PS5 featured a detailed world with Nanite Foliage rendering foliage seamlessly. The game side of the demo revealed a town bustling with NPCs, giving a glimpse of the game’s immersive world. In contrast, Fortnite’s presentation was less spectacular, focusing on creators being able to introduce AI NPCs into the game later this year.
The State of Play event by Sony featured over 20 games and a surprise hardware announcement. The highlight was Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, a tag fighter merging Marvel superheroes with anime visuals. Other announcements included release dates for Sword of the Sea, Baby Steps, and Silent Hill f. The remaster of Final Fantasy Tactics was confirmed, along with an aspirational 2026 release date for Pragmata. Smaller announcements included Nioh 3, Romeo is a Dead Man by Suda51, and Lumines Arise.
Thursday had no scheduled events as a nod to Arbor Day in New Zealand. The following day’s Summer Game Fest Live showcased major announcements like Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth installment in the series. Project Century by Sega studio Ryu Ga Gotoku was renamed Stranger Than Heaven, with a new trailer released. Sequels to games like Atomic Heart, Code Vein, and Mortal Shell were also announced, along with a spiritual successor to Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Game.
The Day of the Devs stream that followed the kickoff show highlighted smaller indie projects, including the sequel to Escape Academy. Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School builds on the co-op escape room fun of the original game by transitioning from a level-select map screen to a fully immersive 3D school campus for players to explore. If the puzzles in this sequel are as enjoyable as the first game, it’s sure to be a hit.
Nyamakop, the studio behind Semblance, has returned with a new game called Relooted. This unique heist game takes inspiration from real-world museums in the West that house artifacts plundered from African nations during colonialism. In Relooted, players are tasked with stealing back these artifacts that are making their way into private collections, despite a treaty signed by colonial powers to return them to their places of origin.
Other games that stood out include Ball x Pit from Kenny Sun, the developer behind Mr. Sun’s Hatbox. This game is a combination of Breakout and base-building mechanics, with a demo available on Steam. Additionally, IO Interactive showcased new content for Hitman and announced a new James Bond-themed Hitman mission, along with details about the game MindsEye from former GTA producer Leslie Benzies.
The Wholesome Direct featured announcements such as Monument Valley 3 coming to consoles and PC, as well as the release date for the shop-management sim Discounty. The showcase also introduced charming games like Omelet You Cook and Camper Van: Make it Home.
Xbox’s showcase revealed the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two new Xbox-focused PC handhelds with a design reminiscent of Xbox controllers. These handhelds run Windows 11 with a streamlined experience for gaming. Fortunately, Microsoft is not restricting access to other «popular storefronts,» which we assume includes Steam and Epic. The Xbox Ally will be released closer to the holidays, but the price remains uncertain. The ROG Ally is pricier than the Steam Deck and Switch 2. Will Microsoft subsidize the cost, or will it be in the $600-$800 range like ASUS’ own-brand versions?
On a side note, Microsoft’s use of Hollow Knight: Silksong to showcase the new handheld was not helpful, especially for fans eagerly awaiting the game. At least we now know that it will be playable on the handheld from day one, narrowing down the release date to sometime between now and the launch.
The announcement of Outer Worlds 2 was less surprising, as Microsoft had teased it beforehand. The game is set to be released on October 29, with a deep dive into its new systems revealing an expanded title with improved combat and more developed companions. Stay tuned for updates on what’s new.
The show’s «One More Thing» was the reveal of a new Call of Duty game, Black Ops 7. Is it really worth saving the best for last when a new game is released every year? Perhaps if Microsoft had a branded handheld to showcase, it would have been a more exciting finale.
Additional highlights from the Xbox show include:
– The highly anticipated Paralives will be available for early access on December 8, offering a charming indie take on The Sims.
– Blippo+ from Playdate season 2 will be coming to PC and Nintendo Switch in full color in fall 2025.
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