Summer Game Fest 2025
has officially kicked off, ushering in a weekend filled with major game announcements, world premieres, and a celebration of the gaming industry. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, this year’s event is being live-streamed from the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, California, and is accessible worldwide through platforms like YouTube, Twitch, Steam, and TikTok
Event Overview
Summer Game Fest 2025 commenced on June 6 at 2 PM PT (June 7, 2:30 AM IST), featuring a two-hour main showcase. The event includes over 60 partners, such as PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, Square Enix, Capcom, and IO Interactive, among others. The festival aims to provide a comprehensive look at the future of gaming across all platforms
Major Announcements
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
Hideo Kojima unveiled a new trailer for “Death Stranding 2,” set to release on June 26, 2025.
Mafia: The Old Country
2K Games announced a new installment in the Mafia series, titled “Mafia: The Old Country,” promising a return to the franchise’s roots.
007: First Light
IO Interactive provided a first look at their upcoming James Bond game, “007: First Light,” offering a glimpse into the origin story of the iconic spy.
Splitgate 2
A sequel to the popular arena shooter “Splitgate” was revealed, featuring enhanced graphics and new gameplay mechanics.
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Crimson Desert
Pearl Abyss showcased a new trailer for “Crimson Desert,” hinting at a potential release date announcement during the event
Diverse Showcases
Summer Game Fest 2025 emphasizes inclusivity and diversity within the gaming industry through various dedicated showcases:
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Day of the Devs: Highlighting indie developers and their upcoming projects.
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Wholesome Direct: Focusing on emotionally uplifting and cozy games
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Women-Led Games Showcase: Celebrating games developed by women-led teams.
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Green Games Showcase: Featuring games with environmental themes and messages.
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Latin American and Southeast Asian Games Showcases: Showcasing talent and games from these regions, promoting global representation.
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Accessibility in Gaming
The third annual Access-Ability Summer Showcase, organized by Laura Kate Dale, highlighted advancements in game accessibility. Notable features included colorblind modes, customizable controls, and games designed for blind players. Titles like “ChromaGun2: Dye Hard” and “Bits & Bops” were among the showcased games emphasizing inclusive design
Music Meets Gaming
In a crossover between gaming and K-pop, Blackpink’s Jennie contributed her single “ZEN” as the official soundtrack for the Summer Game Fest 2025 trailer, illustrating the blending of music and gaming cultures.
How to Watch
All events are being streamed live and are free to watch on platforms including YouTube, Twitch, Steam, and TikTok. No subscription or ticket is required, making the event accessible to a global audience.
Key Events & Schedule (IST)
Here’s a breakdown of the main events, adjusted to Indian Standard Time (IST):
June 7 (Saturday)
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Summer Game Fest Live – 2:30 AM IST
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Day of the Devs – 4:30 AM IST
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IOI Showcase – 6:30 AM IST
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Wholesome Direct – 9:30 PM IST
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Women-Led Games Showcase – 10:30 PM IST
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Latin American Games Showcase – 11:30 PM IST
June 8 (Sunday)
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Southeast Asian Games Showcase – 12:30 AM IST
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Future Games Show – 1:30 AM IST
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Green Games Showcase – 1:30 AM IST
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Frosty Games Fest – 4:30 AM IST
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Xbox Games Showcase – 10:30 PM IST
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The Outer Worlds 2 Direct – Immediately following the Xbox Showcase
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PC Gaming Show – 12:30 AM IST (June 9)
June 9 (Monday)
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Death Stranding 2 Game Premiere – 7:30 AM IST
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Black Voices in Gaming – 9:30 AM IST
What to Expect
This year’s Summer Game Fest features over 60 partners, including major publishers like Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, Epic Games, Bandai Namco, and Square Enix. Anticipated announcements and showcases include:
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Mafia: The Old Country
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Splitgate 2
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Dying Light: The Beast
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Wildgate
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Fortnite updates
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007: First Light (from IO Interactive)
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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (live gameplay demo)
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The Outer Worlds 2 (deep dive)
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Indie highlights from Day of the Devs, Wholesome Direct, and Women-Led Games Showcase
How to Watch
All events are being streamed live on the following platforms:
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You Tube