This week is brimming with exciting announcements in the gaming world as Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest rolls out alongside showcases from major developers like PlayStation and Xbox. Sony’s State of Play event on June 4 introduced a wealth of updates, highlighted by the announcement of 007 First Light, a new James Bond game from IO Interactive. Further details, including a deep dive into gameplay, were confirmed by the studio during the IOI Showcase on June 6, scheduled for later this summer.
On June 6, the Summer Game Fest 2025 took center stage with a live broadcast featuring a variety of fresh reveals. Among the highlights was the unveiling of Resident Evil Requiem, designated as the ninth game in the Resident Evil series. Dying Light: The Beast also received its release date, while Capcom presented a new trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
Looking ahead, several game showcase events are lined up for the weekend. The Xbox Games Showcase is set for June 8, followed by a direct presentation on The Outer Worlds 2. Additionally, the PC Gaming Show will air on Sunday, alongside a series of announcements and events taking place throughout the weekend. Below is a comprehensive schedule and a roundup of major announcements from the Summer Game Fest livestream:
Summer Game Fest
When: June 6 – 2 pm PT / 5 pm ET (June 7, 2:30 am IST)
Major announcements:
Resident Evil Requiem revealed (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X – February 27, 2026)
Dying Light: The Beast release date confirmed (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X – August 22, 2025)
Onimusha: Way of the Sword new gameplay trailer (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X – 2026)
Mortal Shell 2 announced (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X – 2026)
Project Century revealed as Stranger Than Heaven (release date and platforms unannounced)
Atomic Heart 2 announced (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X)
Chronicles: Medieval announced (PC – Early Access 2026)
Day of the Devs
When: June 6 – 4 pm PT / 7 pm ET (June 7, 4:30 am IST)
Major announcements:
Snap & Grab announced (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X – Early 2026)
Big Walk gameplay trailer (PC – 2026)
Sword of the Sea trailer (PC, PS5 – August 19, 2025)
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School announced (PC – 2026)
Mixtape gameplay trailer (PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X – coming soon)
Summer Game Fest Livestreams on June 7
On Saturday, Summer Game Fest will continue with various broadcasts highlighting independent games and smaller developers globally. The complete schedule for June 7 includes:
- Wholesome Direct 2025 (June 7 – 9 am PT / 12 pm ET / 9:30 pm IST)
- Women-Led Games (June 7 – 10 am PT / 1 pm ET / 10:30 pm IST)
- Latin American Games Showcase (June 7 – 11 am PT / 2 pm ET / 11:30 pm IST)
- Southeast Asian Games Showcase (June 7 – 12 pm PT / 3 pm ET / June 8 – 12:30 am IST)
- Green Games Showcase (June 7 – 1 pm PT / 4 pm ET / June 8 – 1:30 am IST)
- Frosty Games Fest (June 7 – 4 pm PT / 7 pm ET / June 8 – 4:30 am IST)
Xbox Game Showcase
When: June 8 – 10 am PT / 1 pm ET / 10:30 pm IST
What to Expect:
The yearly Xbox Games Showcase returns on June 8, presenting updates and new announcements from Microsoft’s first-party titles, alongside select third-party reveals. Many anticipated games were introduced at last year’s showcase, and fans can expect updates on those projects.
A notable highlight could be an update regarding the Perfect Dark remake from The Initiative, which was initially teased during the previous year’s event. There could also be new information on Gears of War: E-Day, revealed last year.
Fans might hear about Playground Games’ Fable, now slated for a 2026 release. Other first-party studios, including Arkane and Ninja Theory, may also share insights on their upcoming projects.
While uncertain, the showcase might provide a glimpse into the future of Halo from Halo Studios (previously 343 Industries). Bethesda may also make an appearance, though expectations for announcements regarding The Elder Scrolls 6 should be tempered.
Following the Xbox Games Showcase, viewers can look forward to a detailed presentation about The Outer Worlds 2 by Obsidian, which aims to reveal new gameplay and insights into the sequel to the action RPG originally released in 2019.
PC Gaming Show
When: June 8 – 12 pm PT / 3 pm ET (June 9, 12:30 am IST)
Death Stranding 2 Game Premiere
When: June 8 – 7 pm PT / 10 pm ET (June 9, 7:30 am IST)
Summer Game Fest – Black Voices in Gaming
When: June 9 – 9 am PT / 12 pm ET / 9:30 pm IST)
