Xbox is set to make a major return to Gamescom 2025 in Cologne, Germany, from August 20 to 24, bringing fans a packed lineup of games, hardware reveals, activities, and community events. The Xbox booth will showcase more than 20 titles from first-party studios and third-party partners, spread across over 120 gaming stations.
Attendees can expect hands-on opportunities with anticipated releases, including Hollow Knight: Silksong, Borderlands 4, and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, as well as fresh experiences with beloved franchises like Sea of Thieves, Roblox, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4. Hardware fans will be able to try the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X for the first time, while the ASUS ROG booth will offer additional demos.
Highlights include the debut of Ninja Gaiden 4, Grounded 2, and the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC, The Order of Giants, complete with themed competitions. Strategy lovers will be drawn to World’s Edge’s showcase of Age of Empires and Age of Mythology: Retold, while Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 introduces a city update, a new aircraft, and skill challenges. RPG enthusiasts can attend an exclusive theater presentation of The Outer Worlds 2 for a closer look at its immersive narrative.
The event will also feature major third-party releases such as Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Final Fantasy XVI, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and PowerWash Simulator 2, alongside indie gems like Aniimo and Super Meat Boy 3D. Meanwhile, World of Warcraft will celebrate its community in Hall 8, unveiling its next expansion, Midnight, and introducing the long-awaited Housing system. The booth will host developer meet-and-greets, esports competitions, cosplay showcases, and live panels, with the expansion’s cinematic premiering during Opening Night Live on August 19. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will also be revealed that night, promising a bold new chapter in the franchise.
Fans can also take part in the Xbox Digital Passport Quest, an interactive activity exploring the Xbox booth with prizes from partners like Amazon, Meta, LG, and NVIDIA, highlighting the Xbox Play Anywhere and Game Pass experiences. Accessibility remains a core focus, with wheelchair-friendly spaces, Xbox Adaptive Controllers, adjustable demo stations, and dedicated “Here to Help” staff ensuring inclusivity.
For those unable to attend, Xbox will broadcast live from the show floor on August 20 and 21, delivering gameplay reveals, developer interviews, and exclusive updates. With a strong lineup, major announcements, and a commitment to community engagement, Xbox’s presence at Gamescom 2025 promises to be one of the most exciting in the event’s history.
