Charles EstherXbox fans have a lot to be excited about as 2025 continues to roll out a powerful lineup of exclusive and third-party titles.
From gritty prequels to long-awaited sequels, the Xbox Series X and Series S are shaping up to be the ultimate playground for next-gen gamers.
Let’s take a look at the biggest upcoming Xbox games, starting with the most immediate release and ending with those still shrouded in mystery.
Doom: The Dark Ages Arrives in May
Xbox gamers won’t have to wait long for the next major title.
Doom: The Dark Ages, launching on May 15, is the first big Xbox release of the season.
This medieval prequel to the modern Doom franchise is set to deliver brutal combat, nightmarish enemies, and high-speed action — all wrapped in a darker, grittier setting.
Even better, it’s available on Xbox Game Pass on day one, giving subscribers instant access to the mayhem.
GTA 6 Is the Most Anticipated Game of the Year
Possibly the biggest gaming event of the decade, Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected to hit shelves in Fall 2025.
Though Rockstar Games has been tight-lipped about exact release dates, the hype surrounding GTA 6 is unprecedented.
Xbox Series X|S players can look forward to sprawling open-world chaos, narrative depth, and unmatched realism that could redefine the sandbox genre.
Gears of War: E-Day – A Return to Origins
Fans of Xbox’s flagship franchises are especially eager for Gears of War: E-Day.
This prequel takes players back to the day Emergence Day began — when the Locust first emerged.
Though the exact release date remains TBC (To Be Confirmed), Gears of War: E-Day is expected to carry the gritty storytelling and cinematic combat fans love, while adding emotional depth to the origins of Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago.
Confirmed Releases in 2025
Here are some of the most anticipated Xbox releases confirmed for 2025:
April 2025
- Fatal Fury: City of Wolves – April 24
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – April 24
May 2025
- Doom: The Dark Ages – May 15
- Sonic Wings Reunion – May 29
- Elden Ring: Nightrein – May 30
- Revenge of the Savage Planet – May (TBC)
Summer–Fall 2025
- Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 – July 11
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – August 28
- Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – August 29
- Hell Is Us – September 4
- Borderlands 4 – September 23
- Directive 8020 – October 2
Future Xbox Titles Without Release Dates
Beyond 2025, Microsoft is stacking its deck with major projects in development.
These titles are confirmed, but still TBD (To Be Determined):
- Fable (2026)
- BioShock 4
- Marvel’s Blade
- Star Wars Eclipse
- The Elder Scrolls VI
- The Outer Worlds 2
- State of Decay 3
- Fallout 5
- Wonder Woman
- Kingdom Hearts 4
- Mass Effect 5
- Splinter Cell Remake
- The Sims 5
- The Witcher 4
- Project 007
- Gears of War: E-Day
Looking Ahead: What This Means for Xbox Fans
The Xbox Series X|S is clearly heading into one of its strongest years yet.
With a robust Game Pass library, day-one exclusives like Doom: The Dark Ages, and megahits like GTA 6, Xbox is delivering for both casual players and hardcore fans.
Whether you’re into action RPGs, competitive shooters, or cinematic storytelling, 2025’s lineup is one to watch.
Stay tuned, update your wishlist, and prepare your console — the next big Xbox game might be your new obsession.
