Summer Game Fest 2025: A Guide to the Gaming Showcases
As June arrives, the gaming world is abuzz with excitement for the annual Summer Game Fest, a series of showcases that have become a staple of the industry. This year’s event promises to be just as thrilling, with a packed schedule of presentations and announcements from some of the biggest names in gaming.
According to a report from Kotaku, the festivities will kick off on June 3 with the State of Unreal, an update on Epic Games’ proprietary development tools. The event, which will be streamed live on YouTube and Twitch at 9:30 a.m. ET, will also feature a showcase of new tech for The Witcher 4, which is being developed in Unreal Engine 5.
The MIX Summer Game Showcase
Later on June 3, The MIX Summer Game Showcase will take centre stage, debuting new and upcoming indie games. This event, formerly known as the Guerrilla Collective, promises to be a highlight of the summer festival, with a lineup of smaller but impressive projects that might not have otherwise gone unnoticed. The MIX Summer Game Showcase will be streamed live on YouTube and Twitch at 12:00 p.m. ET.
Summer Game Fest Live
The main event, Summer Game Fest Live, will take place on June 6 at 5:00 p.m. ET, hosted by Geoff Keighley. This annual showcase has become a must-watch for gamers, with updates and world premieres on dozens of games, as well as celebrity cameos. Last year’s event featured peaks at Star Wars Outlaws, Black Myth: Wukong, and a surprise deep dive trailer for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Day Of The Devs: Summer Game Fest Edition 2025
Immediately following Summer Game Fest Live, Day of the Devs will take place on June 6 at 7:00 p.m. ET. This curated selection of eclectic games, hyped directly by their creators, is always a highlight of the summer festival. With at least one super-cool-looking game announced during these events, fans will be eagerly anticipating the showcase.
IO Interactive James Bond Showcase
IO Interactive’s showcase, featuring updates on Hitman, MindsEye, and a first big look at the studio’s take on the James Bond franchise with 007 First Light, will take place on June 6 at 9:00 p.m. ET. With MindsEye, a techno-thriller third-person shooter from ex-Grand Theft Auto producer Leslie Benzies, releasing on June 10, fans will be eager to learn more about the upcoming titles.
Wholesome Direct 2025
On June 7 at 12:00 p.m. ET, the Wholesome Direct will return, showcasing a barrage of colorful, vibrant, adorable, and cozy-adjacent games. With new trailers and game reveals for dozens of upcoming projects, this event promises to be a treat for fans of all things wholesome.
Future Games Show Summer Showcase
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will take place on June 7 at 4:00 p.m. ET, featuring a slew of interesting announcements for games that might have otherwise gone unnoticed. This event promises to be a great way to discover new titles and developers.
Xbox Games Showcase & The Outer Worlds 2 Direct
Microsoft will host its big summer event on June 8 at 1:00 p.m. ET, with the Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct. The event will likely feature updates on upcoming titles, including Fable, Gears of War, and Call of Duty.
PC Gaming Show
The PC Gaming Show, hosted by Sean "Day9" Plott, will take place on June 8 at 3:00 p.m. ET. This event promises to highlight the wonderfully varied middle-ground of PC-centric releases that don’t always get a big stage.
Nintendo Direct
According to Kotaku, Nintendo has traditionally held some sort of event in June to tease its summer games and fall lineup. However, with the recent launch of the Switch 2, current rumors suggest that there may not be a Nintendo Direct scheduled for this month.
Sony’s Summer Showcase
Sony, on the other hand, has been quiet in the PlayStation 5 era, rarely tipping its hand about upcoming projects and news. According to Kotaku, the company may be hosting a smaller showcase in June, although the exact timing is still unclear.
As reported by Kotaku, this year’s Summer Game Fest promises to be an exciting and action-packed event, with a wide range of showcases and announcements from some of the biggest names in gaming. Fans will be eagerly anticipating the events, which will be streamed live on YouTube and Twitch.
