Xbox's Partner Showcase: How to Watch and What to Expect


Xbox's Partner Showcase: How to Watch and What to Expect

Xbox unveils upcoming games

Xbox recently announced an upcoming showcase that will reveal a plethora of new games for the platform. Gamers can expect a mix of big titles before the holidays this year, as well as exciting releases slated for early 2025.

Featured games and schedule

Microsoft has teased a lineup of games to be featured in the showcase, including titles like Alan Wake 2: The Lakehouse, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. The Xbox Partner Preview showcase is set to take place this week, with the stream going live on Thursday, October 17, 2024.

Global streaming details

The showcase will be broadcast simultaneously worldwide, with different start times based on various time zones. Here are the timings for the event:

  • October 17
    • 10am PT (Western US)
    • 1pm ET (Eastern US)
    • 6pm BST (UK time)
    • 7pm CEST (Central Europe)
  • October 18
    • 2am JST (Japan)
    • 4am AET (Eastern Australia)
    • 6am NZDT (New Zealand)

Where to watch

The showcase can be viewed in multiple languages and on different platforms. Viewers can tune in to Xbox's official channels on YouTube and Twitch to catch the stream live. If you miss the live event, the video will be available for on-demand viewing post-stream.

Live blog for updates

For real-time updates and announcements during the showcase, a live blog will be available to keep you informed. Stay up-to-date on all the latest news and reveals without needing to watch the video.

What's next for Xbox?

Following the PlayStation State of Play in September, Xbox's showcase is the next big event for gaming enthusiasts. Nintendo, the final console manufacturer in the "big three," is yet to announce its end-of-year showcase. For more on Xbox, explore the latest games coming to Xbox Game Pass in October.