It’s that time of the year when we grab popcorn and enjoy the video game showcases back to back in a week. PlayStation’s State of Play kicked off the Summer with a banger show. Right after Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest, all eyes are turning towards the Xbox Games Showcase. With a new CEO striving to take Xbox back to its prime, check out our biggest predictions for the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase 2026.
DOOM: The Dark Ages DLC Reveal
It’s been a year since DOOM: The Dark Ages was released, and id Software has been quietly working on a massive DLC. The game director confirmed that the new DLC will be out sometime in 2026. Since then, many leaks have emerged online regarding the upcoming DLC. It’s about time offers a new look at the DOOM: The Dark Ages DLC and reveals its release date at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 event.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Official Release Date
During the Halo World Championship, Halo Studios (formerly 343 Industries) dropped the bomb that a stunning ground-up remake of Halo: Combat Evolved, titled Halo: Campaign Evolved, is coming out in 2026. Numerous sources leaked the remake’s release date as July 28, 2026.
Since we are only a month away, we will definitely get a new trailer for Halo: Campaign Evolved with a release date, which will also detail the new missions and co-op gameplay at the Xbox Games Showcase. In addition, we can expect the pre-orders to start once the new trailer goes live this weekend.
OD Trailer and Release Date
We can’t believe it, but it’s been nearly 3 years since Kojima’s new horror game, OD, was announced at TGA 2023. A new teaser trailer for OD was shared at Kojima Productions’ 10th Anniversary Beyond the Strand event. Due to Udo Kier’s untimely passing, the future of the OD game is still unclear. So, it’s time for Hideo Kojima-san to show up at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 and share an update about the production of OD and maybe drop a release date.
Gears of War E-Day Release Date
Gears of War E-Day was announced all the way back at the Xbox Games Showcase 2024. The Coalition and People Can Fly have been busy cooking up the origin game, which is scheduled for a 2026 release.
Right after the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 wraps up, Gears of War 2026 is getting a direct showcase, where the devs will finally unveil the new information about Gears of War E-Day’s release date, gameplay, and more in detail.
Extended Look at Fable
In case you haven’t heard, Xbox has officially postponed the release of Fable. Originally, the game was slated for a 2026 release. As 2026 is already jam-packed with incredible games, the devs want to give Fable the dedicated moment it deserves. So, Fable is now releasing in February 2027, but Playground Games will surely reveal a new look at the game for the disappointed fans.
Clockwork Revolution Release Date
InXile Entertainment left the players stunned, announcing their new ARPG title, Clockwork Revolution, at the Xbox Games Showcase 2023. It is confirmed to launch sometime in 2026 and is coming directly to Xbox Game Pass later this year. Therefore, the stage is set for InXile Entertainment to share a new look and announce the release date of Clockwork Revolution.
Fallout 3 Remaster Announcement
In 2023, leaked Microsoft documents confirmed that a Fallout 3 remastered/remake is in the works at Bethesda. While the studios have been staying quiet on this one, Jez Corden, a Microsoft Insider, claims that we will get fresh details about the Fallout 3 remake at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026. Will they shadowdrop the new Fallout 3 edition like they released The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered last year? Let’s wait and see!
Wolfenstein 3 Teaser
After delivering Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, one of the best Indiana Jones games, MachineGames is returning to its roots. The Swedish developers are reportedly working on the next installment in the Wolfenstein franchise. They have already released a DLC for Indiana Jones, so it’s the right time for MachineGames to begin teasing their next Wolfenstein game.
New Details of Marvel’s Blade
Wolverine isn’t the only Marvel game that’s coming out; Marvel’s Blade was announced quite a long time ago. And the time has come for Arkane Studios to provide an update about the Blade game’s development. Since there is no release window for Blade yet, let’s hope Arkane Studios has something in store related to Marvel’s Blade for us.
State of Decay 3 Update
It’s shocking to realize that State of Decay 3 was revealed six years ago at the Xbox Games Showcase 2020 event. Undead Labs opened the sign-ups for State of Decay 3’s playtests recently, and it signals the release of a new trailer. Once again, Jez Corden, the Microsoft Insider, claims that State of Decay 3 will be showcased at the upcoming Xbox Games event.
New Look at Call of Duty Modern Warfare
Infinity Ward shook the world a week ago by surprisingly revealing their next title: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4. The story trailer, gameplay details, and pre-order information are already live on the platform. However, we expect Infinity Ward to show up at the Xbox Games Showcase and provide new information about MW4, such as an in-depth look at multiplayer modes, a campaign set in Korea, and more.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Release Date
If you have been waiting for the Minecraft spin-off game, Minecraft Dungeons II, the game was scheduled for a fall release. Minecraft players have been eagerly waiting to know when they can begin their new dungeon-crawling journey. Ahead of the official reveal at the Xbox Games Showcase, its release date and pricing have been leaked.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is releasing on September 29, 2026, and it will be priced at $29.99. You can look forward to these details getting officially announced at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 event this weekend.
And these are our best predictions for the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 event. With State of Play and Summer Game Fest packed with unexpected reveals, Xbox will also surprise gamers around the world. That said, let us know your predictions for the Xbox Games Showcase in the comments below.
Pranav Maytray
