The Xbox Bethesda Showcase has just taken place with the presentation specifically (and thankfully) focusing on games coming out between now and the end of June 2023 – no trailers for “we’ll get them eventually” titles beyond the next fiscal year.
As expected, many games announced here are coming to Game Pass on Day One and all will be available on console and PC (and in some cases in the cloud).
The biggest announcement was both “Diablo IV” and a new “Forza Motorsport” are coming in the first half of 2023 along with extended gameplay looks at Bethesda’s delayed titles “Starfield” and “Redfall”. Hideo Kojima also popped up to confirm his game with Xbox is still coming (but not in the next year).
It was also announced the “Persona” franchise is coming to Xbox with the third, fourth and fifth titles all making the jump. Riot Games is teaming up with Game Pass to unlock your experiences across their biggest PC & mobile games. “Naraka: Bladepoint” is also coming to Game Pass in its console debut.
In addition, some titles set key release dates including the “Overwatch” sequel for October 4th, and “Scorn” on October 21st. Here’s all the trailers that were shown:
Starfield (2023)
Extended gameplay from the highly anticipated sci-fi exploration RPG title which will have over 1,000 explorable planets. There are better looks at the shipbuilding, character building, combat, factions, space flight, and more.
Diablo IV (2023)
The legendary dungeon crawler action role-playing game is back with a fourth title which offers a whole new Necromancer class on top of the usual four (Barbarian, Sorceress, Druid, and Rogue). There’s also cross-play, specific zone PvP, and more with a pledge of support for years to come.
Forza Motorsport (Spring 2023)
The more serious-minded of the “Forza” titles gets reimagined with real-time ray tracing on-track, real-time car damage, and all sorts of dynamic physics systems.
Overwatch 2 (October 4th)
The sequel to the iconic mid-2010s title arrives on October 4th as a free-to-play experience with brand new content. Today’s trailer comes ahead of a major reveal event this coming Thursday.
Redfall (2023)
Arkane Austin (“Prey,” “Dishonored”) offer a first-look gameplay trailer for the open-world, story-driven, single-player and co-op FPS title “Redfall” which will hit early in 2023.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty (early 2023)
A dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms.
Cocoon (2023)
From Jeppe Carlsen, the lead gameplay designer of “Limbo” and “Inside,” this adventure across worlds within worlds asks you to master world-leaping mechanics to unravel a cosmic mystery.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn (early 2023)
Join Nor and her mysterious companion, Enki, in this open-world RPG adventure and embark on an epic journey of vengeance, gunpowder and magic in humanity’s last stand.
Pentiment (November)
Set in 16th century Bavaria, this takes players on a narrative journey through the eyes of Journeyman Artist Andreas Maler during a time of great social unrest – all unfolding in illuminated manuscripts, woodcut prints, and history itself.
Ereban: Shadow Legacy (2023)
Indie developer Baby Robot Games’ debut title is a fast-paced stealth platformer game where you become Ayana, the last descendant of a forgotten race. She must harness mystical shadow powers, and high-tech gadgets and avoid or kill to uncover the truth about your past.
As Dusk Falls (July 19th)
A single and multiplayer interactive visual novel with choice-based outcomes and told in a graphic novel style. Join friends or play alone, making choices that impact characters’ lives in this uncompromising story of betrayal, sacrifice, and resilience.
Ravenlok (2023)
An action-packed fairytale reimagining of a troubled kingdom and a young girl’s destiny to fulfil a dangerous prophecy.
The Last Case of Benedict Fox (Spring 2023)
Descend into a limbo of decaying memories as Benedict Fox, a self-proclaimed detective bound to his demon companion. Use that bond to explore the minds of the recently deceased in search for clues about an old mansion where a couple was murdered and their child has gone missing.
Minecraft: Legends (2023)
An action strategy game in which you explore a familiar yet mysterious land, full of diverse life, lush biomes, and rich resources. But this paradise is on the brink of destruction. The piglins have arrived – and they’re threatening to corrupt the Overworld.
High on Life (October 2022)
“Rick and Morty” co-creator Justin Rolland delivers “High on Life” this October – a game in which humanity is being threatened by an alien cartel who wants to use them as drugs. It’s up to you to rescue and partner with charismatic talking guns to take down Garmantuous and his gang.
Scorn (October 21st)
You awaken in the middle of a desolate and decayed hellscape; a once industrious civilization now lay in ruin. Surrounded by nightmarish, biomechanical contraptions, you must explore your environment to progress.
Hollow Knight: Silksong (2022)
Play as Hornet, princess-protector of Hallownest, and adventure through a whole new kingdom ruled by silk and song. Hornet must battle foes and solve mysteries as she ascends on a deadly pilgrimage to the kingdom’s peak.
A Plague Tale: Requiem (2022)
An exclusive gameplay trailer from the “A Plague Tale” sequel which returns to a brutal, breathtaking world, where you discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival.
Ark II (2023)
Survive the past. Tame the future. Suddenly awakened on a primal world filled with dinosaurs and humans struggling for dominance, you must team-up with legendary heroes to confront powerful dark forces.
Gunfire Reborn (October)
Blending ability-based hero shooter and roguelite, all rendered in a striking cel-shaded aesthetic, you can play solo or co-op with up to three other players across gorgeous environments. Mix and match 40+ weapons, 100+ scrolls, powerful inscriptions and Ascensions to craft builds.
Lightyear: Frontier (Spring 2023)
Welcome to the Frontier! Begin your new life on a strange and beautiful planet as you build up your homestead.
Ara: History Untold
“Ara: History Untold” promises to deliver an evolution in turn-based historical grand strategy as your choices will define the world you create, your experience, and your legacy.
Persona 3-5
The celebrated franchise will see “Persona 5 Royal,” “Persona 4 Golden,” and “Persona 3 Portable” all coming to Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
DLC – Microsoft Flight Simulator: 40th Ann. (November)
“Flight Simulator” will get a 40th anniversary update in November that will allow you to fly famed aircraft like the Spirit of St. Louis, while a “Halo Infinite” themed update is available today.
DLC – Fallout 76: The Pitt (September)
DLC – Sea of Thieves: Season 7 (July 21st)
DLC – The Elder Scrolls: High Isle (June 21st)
DLC – Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels (July 19th)
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