
Microsoft’s ID@Xbox Digital Showcase Set for February 24
Microsoft is gearing up for another thrilling gaming event for 2025, following its inaugural first-party games showcase, part of the Developer_Direct series. This time, the spotlight will be on independent developers, as the ID@Xbox digital showcase returns later this month, partnered with IGN to highlight a variety of indie titles.
Event Details and Livestream Information
The ID@Xbox showcase is scheduled for February 24, starting at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 6 PM BST. Fans can catch the action live across IGN’s numerous media channels, creating an engaging platform for indie game enthusiasts.
What to Expect at the Showcase
IGN anticipates that several exciting announcements will be made, including the unveiling of “the next big collaboration for Balatro.”This is just one highlight amongst a plethora of indie publishers eager to showcase their upcoming projects. Below is a list of participating studios that are set to present their games:
- 11 Bit
- BigFan
- Critical Reflex
- Daedalic
- Game Source Entertainment
- No More Robots
- Panic
- Playstack
- Raw Fury
- Thunder Lotus
- Cult Games
- Team17
- Curve
- Akapura
- Don’t Nod
We’ve got some EXCITING indies to show you all later this month! Join our showcase at @IGN FanFest on February 24!
— ID@Xbox (@ID_Xbox) February 3, 2025
Focus on Indie Development
Given the indie-centric focus of this showcase, attendees should not anticipate announcements from Xbox’s first-party studios or major publishers. However, viewers can look forward to several exciting day-one releases on Xbox Game Pass. Previous showcases featured notable titles like updates for Palworld, Commandos Origins, as well as anticipated games such as Vampire Survivors, 33 Immortals, and Dungeons of Hinterberg.
Upcoming Major Events
For those looking ahead, the Summer Game Fest is on the horizon, scheduled for June. This event is poised to be a significant platform for various publishers eager to unveil their latest offerings, potentially substituting the traditional E3 format.
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