{"id":1221946,"date":"2026-02-23T16:23:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T16:23:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/?p=605299"},"modified":"2026-02-23T16:23:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T16:23:58","slug":"every-big-announcement-from-xbox-games-showcase-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arcader.org\/news\/every-big-announcement-from-xbox-games-showcase-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Every big announcement from Xbox Games Showcase 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure> <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-portal-copyright=\"\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/arcader.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/every-big-announcement-from-xbox-games-showcase-2025.jpg\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Microsoft brought out some big guns at its annual Xbox Games Showcase on Sunday, revealing a new Xbox-branded handheld, an important update on <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/news\/23160254\/hollow-knight-silksong-release-date-trailer\">Hollow Knight: Silksong<\/a><\/em>, Double Fine\u2019s new game <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/gaming\/604629\/keeper-psychonauts-2-double-fine-10-17-2025\">Keeper<\/a><\/em>, the long-rumored <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/news\/604558\/persona-4-remake-revival-release-date-trailer\"><em>Persona 4<\/em> remake<\/a>, and <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/news\/605538\/call-of-duty-black-ops-7-trailer-xbox-games-showcase\">Call of Duty: Black Ops 7<\/a><\/em>. There were also plenty of lower-key surprises, including the reveals of some sharp-looking indie games.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Xbox head Phil Spencer also promised that, in 2026, \u201cplayers will get to celebrate 25 years of Xbox with a new <em>Fable<\/em>, the next Forza, <em>Gears of War: E-Day<\/em>, and the return of a classic that\u2019s been with us since the beginning.\u201d Presumably, Spencer means Halo with the latter tease.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">If you couldn\u2019t watch Xbox Games Showcase 2025 live, here\u2019s a recap of all the game announcements, release dates, trailers, and other highlights from Microsoft\u2019s big games showcase.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Persona 4 Remake announced<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Persona 4 Revival - Teaser Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Y8wgp9eaQRM?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">One of Atlus\u2019 more poorly kept secrets is now confirmed. <em>Persona 4<\/em> is getting a remake in the vein of <em>Persona 3 Reload<\/em>. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Hollow Knight: Silksong teased<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"ROG Xbox Ally World Premier Reveal Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FIVmyOIV1MQ?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">After years of silence (and delays) from developer Team Cherry, we finally (finally!) got a new look (technically!) at the long-awaited <em>Hollow Knight: Silksong<\/em>. Did we finally get a release date though? Nope! But <em>Silksong<\/em> is going to be out sometime this year, Microsoft swears.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Game Freak\u2019s Beast of Reincarnation <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Beast of Reincarnation - Reveal Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/L-qZiMPsNz0?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Pok\u00e9mon developer Game Freak revealed <em>Beast of Reincarnation<\/em>, an action game previously known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/23716073\/game-freak-project-bloom-announcement-release-date\">Project Bloom<\/a>, coming in 2026. <em>Beast of Reincarnation<\/em> is set in post-apocalyptic Japan, \u201ca land ruined by corruption and crawling with monstrous beasts,\u201d the developer said. Players will explore \u201c what it means to be human in <em>Beast of Reincarnation<\/em>, an expansive one-person, one-dog action RPG built around demanding, technical combat.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 revealed<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 - Official Teaser | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dZdRDyYGoQg?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">This year\u2019s Call of Duty has been revealed: <em>Call of Duty: Black Ops 7<\/em> stars David Mason, who leads the Black Ops team \u201cagainst a manipulative enemy who weaponizes fear above all else.\u201d <em>Black Ops 7<\/em> promises a co-op campaign, near-future weaponry, new multiplayer maps, and the return of round-based Zombies gameplay.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">A full reveal of <em>Call of Duty: Black Ops 7<\/em> is coming this summer.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">The Outer Worlds 2<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"The Outer Worlds 2 - Official Story Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NUDdFBFTYRI?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Ahead of Obsidian\u2019s <em>The Outer Worlds 2<\/em> Direct showcase, we got a look at official gameplay from the comedic sci-fi RPG. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Clockwork Revolution<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Clockwork Revolution | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l421zRNnivo?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">inXile Entertainment revealed fresh gameplay of its upcoming time-manipulating steampunk shooter RPG (with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/23757179\/inxile-clockwork-revolution-release-date-bioshock-infinite\">strong BioShock vibes<\/a>) <em>Clockwork Revolution<\/em> at Xbox Games Showcase. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">High on Life 2 <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"HIGH ON LIFE 2 Official Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UubdWIkj8Wc?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Squanch Games\u2019 wacky first-person shooter <em>High on Life<\/em> is getting a (quick) sequel. <em>High on Life 2<\/em> is coming to a long list of platforms this winter.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Ninja Gaiden 4<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"NINJA GAIDEN 4 - Official Release Date Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GA70JV2dCMM?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Team Ninja keeps the year of the ninja going with <em>Ninja Gaiden 4<\/em>, which now has an Oct. 21 release date on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Gears of War: Reloaded<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Gears of War: Reloaded - Gameplay Trailer - 4K | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OXR3osSIxTo?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Here\u2019s a new look at <em>Gears of War Reloaded<\/em> gameplay. <em>Gears of War: Reloaded<\/em>&nbsp;is out Aug. 26 on PS5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X. A multiplayer beta test is coming June 13.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Super Meat Boy 3D<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Super Meat Boy 3D Announcement Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MtXRCarKd9A?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Super Meat Boy is back in bloody action in <em>Super Meat Boy 3D<\/em>, a proper 3D action-platformer coming early 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Grounded 2 <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Grounded 2 - Announce Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jHJ1V4CePiI?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Obsidian Entertainment\u2019s ant\u2019s-eye-view survival adventure game <em>Grounded<\/em> is getting a sequel. And soon! <em>Grounded 2<\/em> is out July 29.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Aphelion <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Aphelion | Reveal Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RZs_IthEb2s?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">A new sci-fi action-adventure game from Don\u2019t Nod, <em>Aphelion<\/em> was developed in cooperation with the European Space Agency, so that\u2019s pretty cool.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">New Double Fine Productions game, Keeper<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Keeper - Official Announce Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AWAwVgTsFfk?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\"><em>Psychonauts 2<\/em> developer Double Fine Productions revealed its next project, <em>Keeper<\/em>, at the Xbox Games Showcase. In it, you control a lighthouse on a stylish 3D adventure.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">There Are No Ghosts at the Grand<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"No Ghosts At The Grand - Reveal Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/u68h-Af1HiA?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">A \u201cspooky, cozy, musical mystery\u201d that also involves a Renovation Gun, <em>There Are No Ghosts at the Grand<\/em> casts you as the reluctant heir to a dilapidated hotel that was once renowned for its charm and hospitality. \u201cAs you go room-to-room solving restoration puzzles, you\u2019ll also end up uncovering some surreal, supernatural secrets of the hotel\u2019s past,\u201d the game\u2019s official description promises.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants - Official DLC Reveal | Xbox Games Showcase\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A2RuOBSGy8o?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Bethesda and MachineGames\u2019 DLC for <em>Indiana Jones and the Great Circle<\/em>&nbsp;\u2014&nbsp;<em>The Order of Giants<\/em> \u2014&nbsp;was revealed with a Sept. 4 release date. This new story chapter takes Indiana Jones to the ancient streets of Rome \u201cwhere forgotten catacombs twist into something far more sinister. Indy must outwit a dangerous cult and decipher puzzles designed by emperors to uncover the dark legacy of the Nephilim giants.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Cronos: The New Dawn<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Cronos: The New Dawn - Survive the Nest | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Pl0wmn0Ua4I?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Developer Bloober Team\u2019s new sci-fi horror game <em>Cronos: The New Dawn<\/em> is out this fall, and every new trailer looks more enticing than the last.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Invincible VS<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Invincible VS | Official Reveal Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/girNiXE-4E8?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Robert Kirkman\u2019s Invincible is getting a brand-new fighting game, <em>Invincible VS<\/em>, a 3v3 tag fighter in the vein of Marvel vs. Capcom.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">At Fate\u2019s End<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"At Fate&#039;s End Announcement Trailer - 4K | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fsATYsRKlSs?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\"><em>Spiritfarer<\/em> developer Thunder Lotus Games revealed its next game at Xbox Games Showcase: <em>At Fate\u2019s End<\/em> is an action-adventure game in which players face their estranged siblings in intense duels.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy - Reveal Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lfssswW0qf4?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\">Asobo Studio and Focus Entertainment revealed <em>Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy<\/em>, a prequel to <em>A Plague Tale: Innocence<\/em> and <em>A Plague Tale: Requiem<\/em> coming in 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Final Fantasy on Xbox<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE - Coming to Xbox | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yFNoIUEdsEI?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\"><em>Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade<\/em> is coming to Xbox, and <em>Final Fantasy 16<\/em> is out now on Xbox.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Planet of Lana 2<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf Announcement Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pBSApS3A37U?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\"><em>Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf<\/em> is coming to Xbox and PC in 2026, promising \u201can ambitious cinematic puzzle adventure that doubles the size and scope of the original.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-none\">Aniimo<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe title=\"Aniimo Reveal Trailer | Xbox Games Showcase 2025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Yh5JH0Yz75E?rel=0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-none\"><em>Aniimo<\/em> is a new free-to-play, creature-catching open-world action-RPG coming to mobile, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X in 2026. It looks adorable!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.polygon.com\/events\/605299\/xbox-games-showcase-2025-news-announcements-trailers\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Microsoft brought out some big guns at its annual Xbox Games Showcase on Sunday, revealing a new Xbox-branded handheld, an important update on Hollow Knight: Silksong, Double Fine\u2019s new game Keeper, the long-rumored Persona 4 remake, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. There were also plenty of lower-key surprises, including the reveals of some sharp-looking indie games. Xbox head Phil Spencer also promised that, in 2026, \u201cplayers will get to celebrate 25 years of Xbox with a new Fable, the next Forza, Gears of War: E-Day, and the return of a classic that\u2019s been with us since the beginning.\u201d Presumably, Spencer means Halo with the latter tease. 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