The Xbox Games Showcase 2024 left attendees and online viewers in awe of the video game industry’s bright future, despite recent challenges such as studio closures and layoffs. Microsoft unveiled an impressive 30 announcements from its top franchises during the event, held at the iconic theater of the Academy Museum in Hollywood.
The showcase was packed with surprises, from fan favorites like Gears of War: E-Day and Doom: The Dark Ages to new looks at titles like State of Decay 3 and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Updates from Bethesda on games like The Elder Scrolls Online and Starfield were also featured, as well as Blizzard’s announcement of the release date for the next expansion of World of Warcraft.
One of the standout moments was the reveal of Gears of War: E-Day, Microsoft’s latest exclusive game for Xbox consoles. The game brings back war heroes Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago to face a new threat: the Locust Horde.
Another highlight was Microsoft’s emphasis on Xbox Game Pass in their business model, with many announcements available on the service from launch day. Additionally, three new Xbox Series X|S console options were announced, giving players even more ways to enjoy the diverse experiences created by game developers.
Overall, the showcase reaffirmed Microsoft’s commitment to pushing boundaries in gaming and delivering quality experiences for their fans around the world.
