The Xbox Games Showcase 2024 took place on June 9th! It ran for about 70 minutes and came in packed with an event featuring numerous announcements about upcoming games, DLC, and more for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC.
Following this showcase, a dedicated Black Ops 6 Direct 2024 kicked off, where we got in-depth details regarding the upcoming instalment in the COD franchise after the Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Here are all the announcements from the 95-minute combined showcase:
Xbox Game Showcase and Black Ops 6 Direct 2024 Showcase: All Announcements
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 gets a fresh campaign, new maps, and a launch date of October 25, 2024. Fans can expect it on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with availability on Xbox Game Pass on launch day.
Doom: The Dark Ages
Doom: The Dark Ages, a prequel to the iconic Doom series, arrives in 2025. This action-packed adventure by ID Software is coming to PC and Xbox Series X/S and will be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch.
State of Decay 3
State of Decay 3 returns from the shadows with a cinematic reveal trailer showcasing a world ravaged by years of zombification. While the release date is still under wraps, the game will be on PC and Xbox Series X/S (with a high possibility of coming to Xbox One as well) and will be playable on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Dragon Age fans rejoice! BioWare unveiled a new trailer for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the next chapter in the fantasy series. The trailer introduces your potential companions for this adventure. The game is set for an Autumn 2024 release on PC and Xbox Series X/S.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater,
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a remake of the popular 2004 PS2 classic, is getting a graphical and audio overhaul. While the release date and platforms are yet to be revealed, the new trailer hints at a return to the beloved Cold War era story.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle puts you in the shoes of Indiana Jones on an adventure set between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. Developed by MachineGames, the game features whip-wielding action and ancient ruins to explore. Get ready to embark on this journey in 2024 on Windows PC and Xbox Series X/S, with day-one availability on Xbox Game Pass.
Gears of War: E-Day
Gears of War takes a leap back in time with Gears of War: E-Day, a prequel to the franchise. The Coalition is developing this new entry, and it will be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch. The exact release date and whether it will be available on Xbox One alongside the confirmed Xbox Series X/S platform are yet to be announced.
Starfield: Shattered Space
Starfield: Shattered Space, the first expansion for Bethesda’s space RPG Starfield, is here. The trailer offers a glimpse of new locations and a narrative twist. While a specific release date wasn’t mentioned, expect it to launch in 2024 for PC and Xbox Series X/S. The base game Starfield is already available on Xbox Game Pass.
Fallout 76
Fallout 76 gets some love too. The Skyline Valley expansion arrives on June 12, 2024, bringing a new region to explore in Appalachia. Players can also look forward to creating ghoul characters in early 2025. Fallout 76 is available on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, and is included with Xbox Game Pass.
Other Announcements
New Game Reveals:
- FragPunk (NetEase Games & Bad Guitar): 5v5 hero shooter with a gameplay modifier card system (Xbox Series X/S & PC, 2025)
- Winter Burrow (Undisclosed Developer): Cozy survival game (Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X/S & PC, Early 2025)
- Mixtape: Narrative adventure featuring music from famous artists (Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X/S & PC, 2025)
- Wuchang: Fallen Feathers (Leenzee Games & 505 Games): Action RPG (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S & PC, 2024)
Existing Games with New Info:
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: Release date set for November 19, 2024 (Xbox Series X/S & PC)
- Obsidian’s Avowed: Fire and ice magic combat RPG (Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X/S & PC, 2024)
- Rebellion’s Atomfall: First-person survival action game in a nuclear wasteland (Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One & PC, 2025)
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows (Ubisoft): Brutal stealth gameplay set in Japan (Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 & PC, 2024)
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (GSC Game World): FPS survival game (Xbox Series X/S & PC, September 5, 2024)
- Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred (Blizzard): Expansion set in the jungles of Nahantu (PC, October 8, 2024)
- Sea of Thieves (Rare): Season 13 introduces ships with flamethrowers (Xbox Series X/S & PC, July 25, 2024)
- MechaBreak: Gundam game with ground and aerial combat (Xbox Series X/S & PC, 2025).
- The Elder Scrolls Online (Bethesda): Free access to all DLC for a limited time (PC), Gold Road update arrives June 18, 2024.
