My god. This event nearly killed me. It was a mess trying to keep up with all of the things Microsoft was announcing. It’s lengthy, so ill keep it short.
Halo: Infinite
A new Halo game is in the works. Little else is known about it at this time, but a small cinematic trailer gives us a feel for the game. It’s still very early in development according to 343 industries.
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
A new Ori game was announced. This time, you have an owl companion. There’s a large bird-like antagonist. It’s very pretty, you can watch the announcement trailer for yourself.
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
From the creators of Dark Souls and Bloodborne comes a new RPG, taking place ins feudal Japan. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a story of a samurai that cannot truly die. using a selection of unique weapons, and a new grappling hook skill, the player will fight humans, beasts, and oriental horrors alike. Watch the announcement trailer, should it interest you.
The Awesome Adventures of Captain Spirit
DONTNOD Entertainment has announced a new narrative game. Taking place in the Life is Strange universe, this standalone story is about a boy with an incredible imagination, and the struggles of him and his widowed father. Captain Spirit will be available for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC on June 26. Best of all, it’ll be free! Watch the trailer.
Metro: Exodus
A new Metro game has been announced! This time, we focus on the ruins of the world above. With customizable weapons and beautiful landscapes, the player will face mutated sea creatures, monsters, and psychotic people as they explore this destroyed world. Watch the gameplay trailer.
Forza Horizon 4
A new Forza game is happening, and its a new take on the genre. Forza Horizon 4 is a dynamic open world multiplayer game. No closed tracks, no preset environments. You’re thrown into a world with other players. The rain, time of day, and even the seasons change as you play, creating an ever-changing experience as you race with friends and strangers. More information can be found in the announcement trailer.
The Division 2 Gameplay
This time, we leave the cold of Manhatten in favor of the heat of Washington DC. The Division 2 was formally announced, and with it, we saw new gameplay footage of a four-man team working together to complete an objective. The Division 2 will be released on March 15, 2019, on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. The first Division game will also be a part of the Xbox Game Pass starting today. Watch the gameplay trailer.
Devil May Cry 5
That’s right, DMC is back. Following the events of DMC4, Dante and Nero are working together to take on the demonic threat. I don’t know much about these games, so I cant tell you whats new or noteworthy. Better just watch the trailer for yourself.
Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course
The first Cuphead DLC was announced. With it, we get new bosses, new mechanics, and even Ms. Chalice as a playable character. More info can be found on the announcement trailer.
Jump Force
Bandai Namco is making a new game, and it’s a super smash bros style mascot fighter, but for manga. Naruto, Goku, Luffy, and more come together for this battle game. We even see Light and Ryuk, from Death Note. While they weren’t announced, I’m hoping to also see Yoh Asakura from Shaman King. More on that in the announcement trailer.
Dying Light 2
Microsoft announced a sequel to the popular parkour zombie game. This time they take a darker approach to the world. Left in ruins, you’re forced to choose who you want to help and who to hinder. Emphasis was put on how your choices alter the world around you, but I’ve heard that many times before. Watch that announcement trailer.
Just Cause 4
We knew about this when Steam accidentally revealed it, but now we have the full details. Rico is back to cause more havoc. Now a tornado is also causing some interference. Fight, explode, do you Just Cause thing. Watch the trailer.
Gears of War Double Tease
They ended the event with a final reveal: Gears of War Funko Pop game
Gears Pop is a new mobile game in development, where players can live the Gears world in the cute style of Funko Pops. Not a fan? then how about…
Gears: Tactics! The upcoming turn-based strategy game set in the Gears of War universe! Aiming to be the best TBS on the market. Still not satisfied? fine.
Gears 5!
Microsoft has announced Gear 5. This time, following Kait as she embarks on her own journey. Little else is known about the game at this time, but you can watch the cinematic trailer for more.
Misc. Items of note:
- Crackdown 3 trailer with Terry Crews
- Neir: Automata is coming to Xbox One
- Fallout 4 is now on Xbox Game Pass
- Kingdom Hearts 3 will be on Xbox, Confirmed Frozen Land
- Sea of Thieves has two updates coming.
- Another Cinematic trailer for Battlefield 5
- Microsoft aquired five new indie studios, Ninja Theory, Playground Games, The Initiative, Undead Labs, and Compulsion Games.
- We Happy Few to release August 10
- New PUBG Trailer
- Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition Announced
- New Shadow of the Tomb Raider Trailer
- Teaser for a skating game called Session
- Black Desert entering Beta this fall
- A new game, Tunic
- Battletoads game was teased
- new Cyberpunk 2077 trailer
This event kicked my ass, pheewee. Stay tuned for the other events.