Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025 had no shortage of new announcements and titles. Xbox shared a wealth of titles we’ve been waiting to hear more about, as well as some we’re learning about for the first time, but prioritized the biggest titles coming to their platform. The showcase featured everything from new gameplay for upcoming blockbusters to surprise announcements and DLC reveals.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
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The showcase opened with the worldwide reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, which takes place in a 2035 world on the brink of chaos. David Mason returns to lead an elite Black Ops squad on a covert mission. Players can team up with a squad or go solo in the mind-bending campaign. The footage also gave a glimpse into the game’s multiplayer and zombies modes.
We attended a preview event for Black Ops 7, and were able to bring you the latest on the details behind the game’s new embrace of a co-op campaign, the endgame that Treyarch is hoping will keep players coming back, and how you’ll soon be able to share your weapon kits more easily.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will release on November 14, 2025, on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
The Outer Worlds 2
Obsidian’s Mark returned to show off a fresh look at The Outer Worlds 2, focusing on six of the game’s new companion characters. The trailer introduced Earth Directorate Agent Niles, drone healer V.A.L.E.R.I.E., cultist Aza, medic Inez, pistol-toting Marisol, and the Warhammer-wielding Tristan.
The Outer Worlds 2 will release on October 29, 2025, on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Ninja Gaiden 4
A new story trailer for Ninja Gaiden 4 sheds more light on the central characters surrounding the young ninja prodigy, Yakumo, and his quest to slay the Dark Dragon. In addition to high-octane action, the trailer introduced a new weapon, the Assassin’s Tools.
Ninja Gaiden 4 will release on October 21, 2025, on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants DLC
A new gameplay trailer for the story DLC, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants, was revealed. Players will dive beneath the bustling city of Rome as Indiana Jones to uncover the dark secrets of the Nephilim Order. The content is available for players who own the Premium or Collector’s Editions or can be purchased separately.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants DLC will release on September 4, 2025, on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Keeper
Double Fine’s Keeper is inspired by ’80s classic The Dark Crystal, and it wears that on its sleeve for the better. Playing as a walking, wordless lighthouse, players will be able to interact with the world through shining its light. By using its bird companion, known as Twig, they’ll be able to work together with the mysterious creatures of the island they’re exploring, uncovering its mysteries as they go.
Keeper will release on October 17, 2025, on Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam.
World of Warcraft: Midnight
Blizzard Entertainment unveiled World of Warcraft: Midnight, the next chapter in the Worldsoul Saga. The beautiful opening cinematic was shown, introducing a story where the Void threatens to consume the Light. The expansion will also bring a new Housing feature to the game.
World of Warcraft: Midnight will release on a yet-to-be-announced date in 2026 on PC.
Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition
World’s Edge announced that the Age of Empires franchise is coming to a new frontier with the launch of Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition on PlayStation 5. The PS5 launch will coincide with the release of the new “Dynasties of the East” DLC, which will also be available for players on all platforms.
Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition will release on November 4, 2025, on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
