Get Ready for a Gaming Extravaganza!

Summer Game Fest 2025 is just around the corner, set to kick off in June as E3 takes its final bow. This year's event promises to be electrifying with showcases from giants like Xbox alongside incredible indie presentations like Day of the Devs and Wholesome Direct.

Will the Big Players Join the Party?

While excitement is high, the lineup is slightly uncertain as major publishers like Sony, Nintendo, and Ubisoft have yet to confirm their events—specifically, their typical showcases: PlayStation Showcase, Nintendo Direct, and Ubisoft Forward. However, as we approach what would traditionally be the E3 season, we may see some announcements.

Mark Your Calendars: Conference Schedule!

Here’s your comprehensive guide to all the key dates and what to expect from Summer Game Fest and Not-E3 2025:

Summer Game Fest 2025

- **Where to Watch**: YouTube, Twitch - **When**: Friday, June 6, at 2 p.m. PST / 5 p.m. EST / 10 p.m. BST Kick off your summer with Geoff Keighley’s annual showcase, streamed live from the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles. Expect around two hours packed with the hottest AAA titles, exciting surprises, and perhaps an appearance from game design legend Hideo Kojima!

Day of the Devs: Summer Game Fest Edition

- **Where to Watch**: YouTube, Twitch - **When**: Friday, June 6, at 4 p.m. PST / 7 p.m. EST / 12 a.m. BST Immediately following SGF 2025, this non-profit show co-produced by Double Fine Productions and iam8bit will highlight the innovative, quirky games from independent developers. Don’t miss the chance to discover some truly unique titles!

Wholesome Direct 2025

- **Where to Watch**: YouTube, Twitch - **When**: Saturday, June 7, at 9 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. EST / 5 p.m. BST Prepare for a cozy experience as Wholesome Direct returns, featuring a delightful selection of artistic and heartwarming games from global developers.

Future Games Show Summer Showcase

- **Where to Watch**: YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok - **When**: Saturday, June 7, at 1 p.m. PST / 4 p.m. EST / 9 p.m. BST Get ready for world premieres and exclusive game demos, featuring over 40 titles, including Supermassive Games' Directive 8020 and Hangar 13's Mafia: The Old Country. This year’s show will be hosted by dynamic duo Laura Bailey and Matthew Mercer.

Xbox Games Showcase 2025

- **Where to Watch**: YouTube, Twitch, Facebook - **When**: Sunday, June 8, at 10 a.m. PST / 1 p.m. EST / 6 p.m. BST Microsoft's event promises insights into upcoming titles, concluding with a special showcase from Obsidian Entertainment on the highly anticipated sequel, The Outer Worlds 2.

PC Gaming Show

- **Where to Watch**: YouTube, Twitch, Facebook - **When**: Sunday, June 8, at 12 p.m. PST / 3 p.m. EST / 8 p.m. BST PC Gamer will showcase nothing but PC games, boasting exclusives and behind-the-scenes content for over 50 titles across PC platforms.

What About PlayStation and Nintendo?

Sony hasn’t yet confirmed a PlayStation Showcase for this season, despite leaks suggesting one is planned for June. Nintendo, on the other hand, usually holds a Direct in mid-to-late June and may have surprises up its sleeve, especially with the launch of the Switch 2 on June 5.

Stay tuned as we update this guide with any new announcements and details leading to Summer Game Fest 2025!