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Summer is typically a great time to head outside, enjoy the warmer weather, and work on your tan, but if you’re into video games, it’s also a season of announcements. Similar to previous years, various developers and publishers are gearing up to reveal what they’re working on, as they’ll be taking to the internet for a series of livestreams. From indie games to upcoming AAA releases, the next couple of months are going to be a busy–but entertaining–time in the industry.If you’re looking to stay up to date on when these livestreams are being held, we’ll be keeping track of everything and updating this post whenever a new livestream is announced. For now, the dust has settled on several major livestreams, like Geoff Keighley’s annual Summer Game Fest, the Xbox Games Showcase, and PlayStation’s recent State of Play. Looking ahead, Capcom and THQ Nordic have their own events lined up, and Arc System Works is also teasing the reveal of a brand-new title.Here’s a closer look at everything on the way.Table of Contents [hide]May 22Warhammer SkullsSix One Indie ShowcaseMay 27TinyBuild ConnectMay 29Thinky DirectEvercade Showcase: Volume 4Indie QuestJune 4PlayStation State of PlayJune 6Access-Ability Summer ShowcaseGreen Games ShowcaseSummer Game FestDay of the DevsIOI ShowcaseJune 7Wholesome DirectFuture Games ShowJune 8Xbox Games ShowcaseThe Outer Worlds 2 DirectPC Gaming ShowJune 26Capcom SpotlightArc System Works ShowcaseAugust 1THQ NordicMay 22Warhammer SkullsWhere to watchTwitchYouTubeFor all things grimdark in video games, the Warhammer Skulls livestream was the place to be. Once again hosted by actor Rahul Kohli, this year’s livestream showed off a Boltgun sequel, a Dawn of War remaster, and a new CRPG called Dark Heresy from Rogue Trader developer Owlcat.Warhammer Skulls 2025: All The Announcements And NewsSix One Indie ShowcaseWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchIf you’re feeling jaded by the current AAA scene, Six One Indie was a great look at smaller games by talented studios. There were 48 indie games shown off during this 75-minute show.Six One Indie’s Latest Showcase Proves Cool-Looking Games Don’t Need To Cost $80May 27TinyBuild ConnectWhere to watchYouTubeWhen to watchPT: 10 AMET: 1 PMBST: 6 PMTinyBuild Connect Returns on May 27, and this year, you can once again expect to see several announcements for upcoming games from the publisher. The showcase is expected to run for around 30 minutes, and some of the games featured include Kingmakers, Hello Neighbor 3, and Speedrunners 2: King of Speed.May 29Thinky DirectWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 10 AMET: 1 PMBST: 6 PMDo you enjoy a cerebral challenge in your video games? Then you can look forward to seeing what’s next in the problem-solving genre, as the Thinky Direct will debut this year. This will be an hour-long presentation filled with exclusive trailers and world premieres, and it’ll be followed by a post-showcase livestream.Evercade Showcase: Volume 4Where to watchYouTubeWhen to watchPT: 12 PMET: 3 PMBST: 8 PMEvercade, the gaming company specializing in retro games and hardware, will be back for another “volume” of fresh reveals.Indie QuestWhere to watchYouTubeWhen to watchPT: 4 PMET: 7 PMBST: 12 AM (May 30)This year will see a new digital showcase debut, as Indie Quest is aiming to be a spotlight for independently developed JRPGs. The games have been curated by YouTube channel The Gaming Shelf, and each title will be introduced by popular YouTube creators. For the first showcase, you can expect over 40 exclusive game trailers and one of these will be a world premiere from a “critically acclaimed” studio.June 4PlayStation State of PlayWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 2 PMET: 5 PMBST: 10 PMSony’s State of Play makes a return this month, and while details on it are slim for now, the company says you can expect to see news and updates on PS5 games. The livestream will run for 40+ minutes.June 6Access-Ability Summer ShowcaseWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 8 AMET: 11 AMBST: 4 PMThis annual showcase is focused on games made by disabled developers and the accessibility options available in each one. Previous Access-Ability livestreams have not only highlighted these initiatives, but they’ve also examined how accessibility in video games can be improved upon.Green Games ShowcaseWhere to watchYouTubeWhen to watchPT: 1 PMET: 4 PMBST: 9 PMFor something environmentally friendly, you can tune into the first-ever Green Games Showcase on June 7. This event aims to show the gaming industry’s commitment to the environment, entertainment, and sustainability. Spearheaded by the not-for-profit organization PlanetPlay, the Green Games Showcase is a part of the Summer Game Fest lineup, and it’ll feature a curated selection of games that are leading the way in environmental engagement.Summer Game FestWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 2 PMET: 5 PMBST: 10 PMThe big all-rounder of the summer gaming season, the Geoff Keighley-hosted Summer Game Fest covers everything from big-budget games to smaller titles. Now in its sixth year, the platform-agnostic showcase will take place from the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles.Day of the DevsWhere to watchYouTubeWhen to watchPT: 4 PMET: 7 PMBST: 12 AM (June 7)Right after Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs will return for another digital showcase. Last year’s show saw games like UFO 50, Zoochosis, Cozy Grove 2, and more highlighted, so this could be another year full of previews focused on potential hits.IOI ShowcaseWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 6 PMET: 10 PMBST: 3 AM (June 7)Hitman developer IO Interactive will hold its first IOI Showcase on June 6. This will reveal what’s next for Hitman and MindsEye, but the big draw here will be the first look at its James Bond game, 007 First Light. The studio will also share a look at its proprietary game engine, Glacier, during the livestream.June 7Wholesome DirectWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 9 AMET: 12 PMBST: 5 PMAnyone looking to check out upcoming games with good vibes and cozy settings can tune into the Wholesome Direct showcase on June 7. This has been a charming highlight on the gaming event calendar for several years now.Future Games ShowWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 1 PMET: 4 PMBST: 9 PMThis year’s Future Games Show will be hosted by Laura Bailey (Abby from The Last of Us) and Matthew Mercer (Vincent Valentine from Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth). As usual, you can expect world premieres, exclusive game demos, developer interviews, and new trailers from a wide variety of studios. Some of the highlights here will be new trailers for Supermassive Games’ Directive 8020 and Crisol: Theater of Idols from Blumhouse Games, as well as an interview with Mafia: The Old Country developer Hangar 13.June 8Xbox Games ShowcaseWhere to watchYouTubeWhen to watchPT: 10 AMET: 1 PMBST: 6 PM2025 has been a great year so far for Xbox–thanks to releases like South of Midnight and Doom: The Dark Ages–and June will see more details on in-development games revealed. This will cover first-party games and third-party-partner productions, so we’re hoping to see what’s next for franchises like Perfect Dark, Gears of War, and Forza.The Outer Worlds 2 DirectWhere to watchYouTubeWhen to watchAfter the Xbox Games ShowcaseBookending the Xbox Games Showcase will be a livestream dedicated entirely to The Outer Worlds 2. New gameplay and details on the sci-fi RPG for Xbox Series X|S and PC will be revealed, and the game is currently expected to launch at some point in 2025.PC Gaming ShowWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 12 PMET: 3 PMBST: 8 PMWe don’t know what we’ll be seeing at the PC Gaming Show this year, but we do know there are going to be a lot of games shown off here. The event is promising new looks at over 50 games, including world-premiere trailers and developer interviews.June 26Capcom SpotlightWhere to watchYouTubeWhen to watchPT: 3 PMET: 6 PMBST: 11 PMCapcom’s big showcase will be focused on several of its biggest franchises, existing games, as well as in-development titles. Alongside news on games like Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, and Monster Hunter Wilds, there’ll also be interviews with developers and the showcase is expected to run for 40 minutes.Arc System Works ShowcaseWhere to watchYouTubeWhen to watchPT: 6 PMET: 9 PMBST: 5 AM (June 27)Arc System Works is keeping mum on what you can expect from its livestream, but the company behind some of the biggest fighting game franchises–and the upcoming Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls–says it’ll be an informative show. You can expect the latest information on various game titles from the developer, as well as the reveal of a new project.August 1THQ NordicWhere to watchYouTubeTwitchWhen to watchPT: 12 PMET: 3 PMBST: 8 PMTHQ Nordic will be kicking off August with the return of its dedicated showcase, and the company is promising a “feast of world premiere announcements” and updates on in-development games like Gothic 1 Remake, Titan Quest 2, Reanimal, The Eternal Life of Goldman, Wreckfest 2, and many more.