Microsoft doesn’t mess around: during this 2023 Xbox Games Showcase, the company has brought out all the heavy artillery when it comes to video games. It’s also worth mentioning that many of these exclusives (and some third-party titles) will be available on Game Pass from day one, Microsoft’s subscription service.
Below, we present a small compilation of all the games and announcements showcased during this Xbox Games Showcase 2023:
Fable
Fable has undoubtedly been one of the most important and iconic franchises for Xbox. With this in mind, it’s no surprise that Microsoft kicked off this Xbox Games Showcase with a new trailer for the fantasy title. Furthermore, it has also been confirmed that Fable will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
South of Midnight
From the creators of We Happy Few, we now have South of Midnight, a new third-person fantasy IP. With a stop-motion animation style, South of Midnight manages to capture attention with its unique art direction and gloomy atmosphere.
Star Wars Outlaws
Massive Entertainment, the developers behind The Division, took advantage of Xbox Games Showcase 2023 to present their new title, Star Wars Outlaws. The creative director of Massive, Julian Gerighty, explains that this game will be the first in the franchise to offer “a truly open world.” If you enjoyed the Outlaws trailer, you shouldn’t miss the upcoming Ubisoft Forward (June 12 at 19:00), as more details and gameplay footage of the game will be shown.
33 Immortals
The new game from Thunder Lotus Games (Sundered, Spiritfarer) looks promising. 33 Immortals introduces a cooperative roguelike where we will have to face God (no big deal) alongside 32 other players. Its exact release date is unknown (sometime in 2024), and it will be available on Xbox consoles and PC via the Epic Games Store, as well as on Game Pass.
Payday 3
Heists are back stronger than ever. The third installment of the Payday franchise returns to our consoles on September 21, 2023. The team at Overkill Software and Starbreeze showcases in this new trailer everything we could expect from a typical Payday game: action, shooting, and adrenaline.
Persona 3 Reload
Although it had been previously leaked, it’s still great news to see the official confirmation from Atlus about Persona 3 Reload. The remake of the PlayStation 2 game will be coming soon (early 2024) to Xbox (Xbox One, Series X/S) and PC.
Sea of Thieves: The Legend of Monkey Island
Rare showcases in this trailer how the crossover between Sea of Thieves and the classic Monkey Island will be. For free, players will be able to encounter Guybrush Threepwood (alongside other characters) during this adventure divided into “three tales filled with secrets and side quests […] that present an authentic story in response to a hypothetical question: what would happen if Guybrush and his crew arrived in Sea of Thieves?“
Avowed
Obsidian‘s new RPG shines once again during the Xbox Games Showcase 2023, showcasing elements of traditional fantasy. In Avowed, players will experience a first-person perspective as they navigate through battles against various monsters and enemies. Although no release date has been announced, it is known that the game will be released at some point in 2024.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
After all the fantasy and action, it’s nice to take a little break. Asobo Studio is back to provide us with the most realistic flight experience we have ever seen in gaming. In the upcoming installment of the Flight Simulator series, players will be able to engage in a variety of tasks, including cargo transportation and even firefighting.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
The sequel to Ninja Theory‘s title makes an appearance in this Xbox Games Showcase, showcasing mind-blowing graphics (thanks to the use of Unreal Engine 5). If all goes well, we can expect to enjoy Hellblade 2 at some point in 2024.
Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth
Yakuza 8 has a name, and it’s Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The upcoming game from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios continues the path set by the previous Yakuza: Like a Dragon and will once again offer turn-based combat.
Fallout 76
Fallout 76 continues to expand. Despite its rocky start, Bethesda’s game can boast of maintaining over 15 million active players. With this new announcement, Bethesda has revealed what the upcoming expansion for Fallout 76, Atlantic City, will bring.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
Capcom (the company behind Resident Evil) has unveiled a new trailer for Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess during the event. This hack and slash game promises to give us the freedom to eliminate any monster that stands in our way with clean sword strikes.
Forza Motorsport
Get ready to burn rubber! The popular and visually stunning racing title Forza gives us a brief glimpse of what to expect in its upcoming installment, Forza Motorsport. If you enjoy car simulation and stepping on the accelerator, you won’t want to take your eyes off this release.
Starfield
If we had to choose one word to describe Starfield, it would undoubtedly be “ambition”. Following the Xbox event, we had a Starfield Direct where detailed information about some of the features of this space game was revealed, and it’s definitely no small feat. In their quest to create the most realistic title possible, Bethesda has worked closely with NASA to leave no stone unturned.
The character creator has also been unveiled and promises to be highly complex and advanced. But that’s not all: we’ll be able to build outposts, collect resources, analyze animals, and explore our surroundings… everything sounds incredible indeed.
The Elder Scrolls Online: Journey to Necrom
While Journey to Necrom is already available for PC, Xbox Series X, and Xbox One players still have to wait a little longer to enjoy it on their consoles (specifically, on June 20th). In this trailer, you’ll get a glimpse of what The Elder Scrolls Online has in store for you.
Overwatch 2: Invasion
Cooperative mode, narrative missions… Blizzard brings us a new free DLC with many novelties that aims to breathe new life into the popular online title.
Persona 5 Tactica
The name of Persona 5 resurfaces once again, but this time in a more tactical form than ever before. In this new spinoff of the popular Atlus game, we will experience a gameplay style closer to what Fire Emblem offers. If you enjoy strategy, Persona 5 Tactica might be of great interest to you.
Still Wakes the Deep
The creators of Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs showcase their new horror project: Still Wakes the Deep. Anguish and fear become the cornerstone of this title, which also utilizes the Unreal Engine 5 (and unsurprisingly, looks spectacular).
Jusant
Dontnod, the studio behind Life is Strange and Tell Me Why, among others, presents their latest game, Jusant. As described by Dontnod on their website, Jusant is an “action and puzzle title that takes players on a meditative journey to the top of a towering structure.” While the game is set to be released in the fall of this year, a demo is already available on Steam for players to try out.
Dungeons of Hinterberg
Dungeons of Hinterberg, a new action-adventure RPG, made its debut at the Xbox Games Showcase 2023. With its captivating and colorful aesthetics, players will embark on a journey where they must wield various types of magic, solve puzzles, and defeat a wide array of monsters.
Cities: Skylines II
Paradox Interactive had previously announced in March that we would be getting Cities: Skylines II, so its appearance at the event wasn’t a big surprise. Nevertheless, it remains one of the most highly anticipated games among the community. The best part is that we now have a confirmed release date: October 24th. Additionally, it’s worth noting that the game will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
CD Projekt aims to redeem itself and provide what players did not initially receive with Cyberpunk 2077. An incredible trailer showcased during the Xbox Games Showcase 2023 gives us a glimpse of what Phantom Liberty, the upcoming DLC, has in store. It is set to be released on September 26th of this year.
Metaphor: ReFantazio
As if Persona 3 Reload and Persona 5 Tactica weren’t enough, Atlus has taken advantage of this occasion to showcase Metaphor: ReFantazio. Adding to the excitement, this game marks the first title developed by the creative team behind Persona 3, 4, and 5. Metaphor: ReFantazio is set to be released at some point in 2024.
Towerborne
Stoic, the studio behind The Banner Saga, has unveiled Towerborne, a vibrant 2D action-adventure with a cooperative mode for up to three players. Check out the exciting announcement trailer for a glimpse into this colorful adventure.
Clockwork Revolution
What’s that flying? Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it a new Bioshock? Well, no. inXile Entertainment has surprised us with Clockwork Revolution. This action-packed game with RPG elements and time manipulation is still in its early stages of development and does not have a release date yet.
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