Tired of waiting for Xbox to deliver? You're not alone. Every year feels like the same story – hype builds, then… crickets. But 2025? This could be different.
Let's start with the obvious: Avowed. Obsidian's fantasy RPG drops in February, promising a Skyrim-esque adventure in their Pillars of Eternity world. Early looks? Impressive. Next up, Doom: The Dark Ages. Expect id Software to deliver another adrenaline-fueled masterpiece, likely before the holiday rush.
And then there's Fable. Playground Games is crafting a visual masterpiece, and with Forza Horizon 5 under their belt, expectations are sky-high. This could be Xbox's biggest exclusive hit in years. Don't sleep on South of Midnight from Compulsion Games either – a Southern Gothic adventure with a unique flavor.
Replaced is another indie gem to watch. This pixel-art cyberpunk adventure is deeper than it looks. Plus, you've got Call of Duty and Minecraft delivering the usual blockbuster content.
Hardware? Don't expect a new Xbox Series X this year. Focus will likely be on controller upgrades and maybe that mysterious "Sebile" controller.
What about the rest? Everwild remains shrouded in mystery. Halo's future is uncertain, but an Unreal Engine 5 reboot or remake is likely on the horizon. The Outer Worlds 2 is coming, and we might finally see Contraband emerge from the shadows.
Double Fine will undoubtedly announce something exciting. And let's not forget those Xbox Showcase reveals without release dates – expect those in 2026 or beyond.
The bottom line? Xbox has a strong lineup this year. If they can deliver on their promises, 2025 could finally be the year Xbox truly shines.
