Summer Game Fest 2025 is officially here, kicking off a thrilling season of game announcements, world premieres, and developer spotlights. Hosted once again by Geoff Keighley, this year’s event promises an exciting mix of blockbuster reveals, surprise appearances, and updates from the biggest names in gaming. Whether you’re tuning in for new titles, indie gems, or long-awaited sequels, Summer Game Fest 2025 is set to deliver a high-energy showcase that sets the tone for the months ahead.
So buckle up — here’s everything you need to know about Summer Game Fest 2025, the live kickoff on June 6, and the stacked schedule that follows.
Summer Game Fest 2025 Release Date & Platforms
Summer Game Fest 2025 officially begins on Friday, June 6, with a live showcase at 5 PM ET / 2 PM PT, broadcast live from the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles. While June 6 is the main event, several partner showcases and announcements are expected around the same weekend.
You can watch all the action live and free on major platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter) — making it a truly global, accessible event for gamers everywhere.
What to Expect at Summer Game Fest 2025
Here’s what to expect on June 6 and the days following — mark your calendars:
June 6:
- Summer Game Fest Live – 5 PM ET
The big one. Geoff Keighley hosts a wave of world premieres, trailers, and updates. - Day of the Devs: Summer Game Fest Edition – 7 PM ET
A heartwarming indie showcase from Double Fine and iam8bit. - Devolver Direct – 8 PM ET
Expect chaos, satire, and at least one game that makes you go “what the hell?” - IOI Showcase – 9 PM ET
IOI has confirmed their showcase will focus on “007: First Light,” the next James Bond game. The “dragon RPG” project is not expected at SGF 2025.
Other key events in Summer Game Fest 2025:
- Xbox Games Showcase + Outer Worlds 2 Direct – June 8
- PC Gaming Show – June 8
- Future Games Show – June 8
- IGN Live – June 7–9
- Wholesome Direct – June 8
- Latin American Games Showcase – June 9
Key Features & Innovations at Summer Game Fest 2025
What’s making Summer Game Fest 2025 stand out from previous years?
- Platform-Agnostic Power Moves
With the discontinuation of E3, Summer Game Fest has become the premier platform for major gaming announcements. It brings together industry giants like Xbox and PlayStation, alongside indie developers, offering a unified stage for diverse gaming experiences. - Unreal Engine 5 Magic
At the State of Unreal 2025 event, CD Projekt Red unveiled a technical demo for The Witcher 4, running at 60 frames per second with ray tracing on a standard PlayStation 5. The demo highlighted detailed environments, including the port city of Valdrest, and confirmed Ciri as the protagonist of the upcoming trilogy. - Diverse & Inclusive Showcases
Summer Game Fest 2025 is expected to feature showcases that spotlight diverse voices in gaming, such as women-led game developers and creators from Southeast Asia. While specific events are yet to be confirmed, the trend indicates a growing commitment to inclusivity within the industry. - In-Person & Livestreamed
Summer Game Fest continues to offer a hybrid experience, combining in-person events like IGN Live in Los Angeles with global livestreams accessible via YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter). This approach ensures fans worldwide can participate in the excitement.
Developer Teases & Community Buzz
- Ubisoft’s Mysterious Splinter Cell Tease
No Ubisoft Forward this year, but they’ve hinted at a return for Splinter Cell — and are participating in the PC Gaming Show and IGN Live. Could this be Sam Fisher’s stealthy comeback? - Hollow Knight: Silksong Hype Reaches Boiling Point
The community needs this. If we don’t get a Silksong release date this year, we riot (respectfully, of course). - Fans Are Expecting Death Stranding 2 Gameplay
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is set for a live premiere on June 8. Hideo Kojima never disappoints when it comes to weird and wild reveals.
Summer Game Fest vs. E3: The New Era
Let’s be real — Summer Game Fest is now E3’s successor in all but name. With E3 finally laid to rest and the ESA focusing on a new industry event in 2026, Summer Game Fest is filling the void with momentum and modernity.
Unlike the old expo model, Summer Game Fest blends digital freedom with IRL energy — media, influencers, and devs get face time in LA, while the world watches online.
Final Thoughts: What We’re Hoping For
It’s safe to say Summer Game Fest 2025 might be the most important gaming event of the year. With no central E3 and Gamescom still months away, Summer Game Fest is the launchpad for everything from Switch 2 reveals to indies you’ll be obsessed with by next week.
Our hot predictions?
- Hollow Knight: Silksong release date
- A new Xbox-exclusive RPG reveal
- At least one jaw-dropping Unreal Engine 5 game
- Splinter Cell reboot announcement
Let’s hope we’re right — but even if we’re not, there’s a ton to be excited about.
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