Xbox opened Gamescom 2025 with a strong showing during Opening Night Live, and its standalone showcase kept the momentum going. The event was packed with fresh trailers, new reveals, and updates straight from Cologne. From major exclusives to unexpected third-party highlights, Xbox had plenty to share. Here’s a full recap of everything announced by Xbox at Gamescom 2025 showcase day 2.
Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Vault Edition
More Call of Duty Black Ops 7 trailers, you say? I don’t mind. As the Black Ops 7 beta and early access come closer, Xbox showcased the vault edition trailer. And it looks as good as the story trailer, with a lot of cosmetics included. Are you pre-ordering the game? Or, you are like the ones who jumped ship to Battlefield 6?
Microsoft Flight Simulator
Microsoft Flight Simulator City Update 12 enhances seven German cities: Augsburg, Bremen, Dresden (with Leuben), Leipzig, Kiel, and Münster, across five states with stunning detail. The update is free for all Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 players.
Tropico 7
Tropico 7 is here! Woohoo. Anyone? Of course, I see you, the die-hard Prisendente fans. The trailer showcases a glimpse of the sequel to the iconic franchise. Well, it is just an announcement, so expect more news from Xbox later this year.
Cronos: The New Dawn
Yep. Another day, another Chronos trailer. While the Xbox trailer is the same as the one we saw at Gamescom 2025 ONL, we have a release date now. Chronos will arrive on September 5 on PC, Xbox Series X|S.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade on Xbox
Final Fantasy VII Remake series director Naoki Hamaguchi shared more details on the game’s arrival as part of Xbox Play Anywhere. Players can experience the reimagined classic on Xbox Series X|S, PC, or handheld with the ROG Ally devices. Final Fantasy 14 Remake Intergrade covers the story up to Midgar’s escape with stunning visuals, iconic characters, and a blend of real-time action and command-based combat. It also includes Episode Intermission, a side story featuring Yuffie Kisaragi.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – Competition Trailer
Go for gold in the Grand Prix, challenge racers online in World Match, compete for the best time in Time Trial, and change up the rules and teams in Race Park. Face down the competition in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Project Bloomwalker
Netmarble and its studio Netmarble Neo have revealed Project Bloomwalker, a cozy crafting adventure headed to multiple platforms on console and PC, including Xbox Series. The game will also be available through Game Pass. A release date has yet to be confirmed.
Beastro
Step into Beastro, where not every hero carries a sword; some fight with a spoon. Put on your apron and dive into a heartwarming mix of cozy adventure and flavorful deckbuilding. Grow fresh ingredients, gather resources, and craft mouthwatering meals to serve the Caretakers who protect the village from the dangers beyond its walls. After all, saving the world is tough work on an empty stomach. Beastro launches on Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass in 2026.
Outbound
Outbound is an open-world exploration game set in a utopian near future. Start with an empty camper van and turn it into the home of your dreams – alone or together with your friends. Build and explore at your own pace. Scavenge materials, craft, and build in and on top of your vehicle with modular parts. Advance in technology and efficiently use energy to power your home. Adjust your playstyle to adapt to new landscapes and changing environmental conditions. Outbound arrives first half of 2026.
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles
Who is ready for the Final Fantasy announcement of the Xbox Gamescom 2025 showcase? Well, if you are, then put your strategy skills to the test as you command units across grid-based maps. Build and customize your party with diverse jobs and abilities to outsmart foes and claim victory. FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles arrives September 30, 2025, on Xbox Series X|S.
Invincible VS Deep Dive
The Father of the Year trailer dives deep into Invincible VS. We see new combos, the triple tag gameplay style and more. The game is available for wishlist on PC, Xbox X|S, and PS5.
PowerWash Simulator 2
Turn your Homebase into a true home with new furniture and keepsakes, arriving in PowerWash Simulator 2 this Fall. The game launches Day One on Xbox Game Pass.
Prince of Persia Rogue
Prince of Persia goes ‘Rogue’ today. Yes, the game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. I thought I would write about how good the game looks and that we have a new release date. Well, go ahead and try the fun wall-jumping 2D sidescroller now.
ROG Xbox Ally
While this is not new news, we finally learned about the compatibility of the ROG Xbox Ally. The ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X let you take your gaming library anywhere, with smooth performance and support for both PC and console titles. Features like VRR, performance labels, and the ASUS Armoury Crate make it easy to optimize gameplay, battery life, and controls.
With powerful AMD processors, long-lasting batteries, and support for cloud, remote play, and native downloads, these handhelds bring the full Xbox and PC experience on the go. ROG Xbox Ally Handhelds launch on October 16.
Triangle Strategy
Xbox at Gamescom 2025 starts with the announcement of Triangle Strategy. From the creators of the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series comes a tactical RPG set in the war-torn land of Norzelia. Experience its gripping story through multiple perspectives and take on strategic, turn-based battles brought to life in gorgeous HD-2D. Available now on Xbox Series X|S.
That wraps up Xbox at Gamescom 2025 day 2. Which trailers and announcements hyped you the most? Do tell us in the comments.
