Xbox E3 2021: All Information Revealed during the Games Showcase

 Jul 24, 2024

Some claim that until one of the main three exhibits, E3 hasn't really begun. A completely bolstered Microsoft team took the stage at E3 2021 for a virtual press conference where they unveiled a bevy of new releases, some that were highly anticipated and others that fans had been waiting years to hear about. With Sony not expected to attend and Nintendo not expected until next week, the situation was dire. We have all of the significant announcements from the stream covered, so you won't miss anything from the Xbox Showcase. Let's get right in to all the information you need to know from Bethesda, Xbox, and Microsoft at E3 2021.

Every Title at the Xbox x Bethesda Exhibition

  • Starfield – November 2022 – Exclusive – Game Pass
  • Stalker 2 – Game Pass
  • Back 4 Blood – Game Pass
  • Contraband – Avalanche
  • Sea of Thieves – Game Pass – June 2021 New Content
  • Battlefield 2042 – October 2021
  • Psychonauts 2 – August 25th, 2021 – Game Pass
  • Fallout 76 – Game Pass
  • Elder Scrolls Online – Console Enhanced June 2021
  • Party Animals – Game Pass
  • Hades – Game Pass
  • Somerville – Game Pass
  • Halo Infinite
  • Diablo II – September 2021
  • A Plague Tale Requiem – 2022
  • Slime Rancher 2 – 2022
  • Far Cry 6 – October 2021
  • Shredders – December 2021
  • Atomic Heart
  • Replaced
  • Grounded
  • Among Us
  • Eiyuden Chronicle
  • The Ascent – Game Pass – June 2021
  • Age of Empires IV –
  • The Outer Worlds 2 – 2022 – Game Pass
  • Flight Simulator
  • Forza Horizon 5 – Fall 2021
  • Redfall – 2022 – Game Pass

Release Date of Starfield

You'll have to wait until next year to witness some of Starfield's better aspects if that was your hope. But Bethesda/Microsoft did provide an estimated release date for the game. You'll be able to play Starfield, the sci-fi RPG that we've all been waiting for, at last, in November 2022. Nevertheless, the teaser does provide some details, such as the game's use of the Creation Engine 2. Apart than that, all we know is that BGS has created a whole new world. E3 2022 will probably take a closer look at Starfield.

The gameplay of S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of Chernobyl has been revealed.

Two significant pieces of information on S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 were obtained. It will be available by April 2022 and will only be available for a limited period as an Xbox Console Exclusive. More significantly, however, is that gamers were able to see some of the game's gameplay, which appears to be excellent. See the stunning next-generation graphics, ray tracing, and what seems to be some very diverse gameplay in the clip below.

Game Pass Will Soon Offer Back 4 Blood

The next cooperative shooter from the folks behind the Left 4 Dead franchise is called Back 4 Blood. Turtle Rock Studios seems to be leading the Left 4 Dead series while Valve lets it rot, working with Warner Bros. If there's one thing you can infer from the most recent teaser shown at E3 2021, it's that Back 4 Blood's PvP elements will be dramatically inspired by their earlier work. Better even, you will be able to play Back 4 Blood on day one if you have a Game Pass subscription.

Announcing the Contra Band

Little teases that don't disclose much are a regular feature of E3. That was the teaser for Contraband. This cooperative open world shooter from the makers of the Just Cause series seems to be set in the 1970s. Regarding gameplay, not much else was disclosed about Contraband. Therefore, we'll have to wait for further information to determine exactly what kind of game this is. Based on the video, it seems to be a cooperative treasure hunter game.Disney and Sea of Thieves CollaborationSea of Thieves will soon get a free update named "A Pirate's Life," including the likeness of Jack Sparrow and other Pirates of the Caribbean characters. This unexpected but logical partnership between Disney and Microsoft is scheduled to launch on June 22nd. Thanks to its availability on Game Pass, Sea of Thieves has lately come back to life, and players who are still playing the game will undoubtedly like the new, free content that has been added.

Gameplay Trailer for Battlefield 2042

The gameplay for Battlefield 2042 was kept secret until the Microsoft x Bethesda Showcase. Massive battlefields, vehicle warfare, and crazy sandbox action come together in a manner that many games attempt but fail to do in the Battlefield franchise. Take a look at our info-dump from a recent hands-off preview for Battlefield 2042 to learn more about what's in store.

Date of Release of Twelve Minutes

After a romantic evening goes awry, your family is accused of murder by the police who storm into your house. In the real-time interactive thriller Twelve Minutes, you must utilize every piece of knowledge at your disposal to alter the course of a continuous twelve-minute cycle. Twelve Minutes, a new game, will be available on Game Pass on August 19th.

Psychonauts 2: Announcement of Release Date

Since it was announced that Microsoft had acquired Double Fine, we have been aware of Psychonauts 2. But we didn't know when the game was scheduled to start. We are aware of this. for August 25th, Psychonauts 2 will be released for the Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC. However, it will also be available on the PlayStation 4. View the most recent trailer below:

The Pitt in Fallout 76

Indeed, Fallout 76 still active. Bethesda hasn't given up on it even though it may not have debuted in the greatest possible condition. Actually, the game has received a number of significant improvements that have made it better every time. The teasers from the Microsoft x Bethesda event suggest that these upgrades won't be ending anytime soon. The Pitt has revealed a brand-new adventure that will transport players from West Virginia to a different neighboring location. Even though it was just a preview, some more material about what to anticipate from the next Steel Reign update was also disclosed. Look at both of them down below:Xbox Series X/S Optimized for Elder Scrolls OnlineAlthough the Elder Scrolls Online MMO has been available on consoles for some time, Xbox X/S customers will be able to get updates starting on June 15. With this update, gamers will be able to choose between playing the game in 60 frames per second or in full 4K resolution. It will also enhance the game's other visual aspects, such as load speeds, textures, shadows, reflections, and draw distances. This is the perfect excuse to return to ESO if you've been searching for one. View the enhanced console trailer below:

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Similar to Gang Beasts, Party creatures is a brand-new competitive party game where players control adorable, squishy creatures instead of jiggly blobs. Regardless, Party Animals seems like it will satisfy your urge for some good ol' fashioned physics-based fun. In any case, it won't be available for a while. Party Animals was supposed to release in 2022, but Game Pass will have access to it right now.

Game Pass Will Soon Offer Hades

Supergiant Games' Hades, which topped many people's 2020 lists of games of the year, is coming to Game Pass—as if the service needed more great games. Thankfully, more people will be able to play one of the best rogue-lite games in years now that it's available on Game Pass.

First Gameplay of Somerville Release Window + Coming to Game Pass

Somerville, a science fiction adventure game by Jumpship, takes place on a planet where a major struggle is ongoing. The objective of this game appears to be to reunite your family after what can only be imagined as an extraterrestrial invasion. When it launches in 2022, there will be another title available on Game Pass.

Infinite Halo

Who knows why Microsoft hid Halo Infinite from view during their E3 keynote. Perhaps the recent delays are to blame, or perhaps their confidence in the series is low. Today, we were treated to some very amazing multiplayer video along with a fresh preview of some enhanced graphics across an expansive area. The information that was revealed today indicates that Halo will be a two-part game. First up is a single-player experience, which 343 should be able to improve upon. The second will be a multiplayer component that may be played for free. Although these theories have been circulating for some time, the gameplay of Halo Infinite has not.

Resurrected Diablo II Release Date

The release date of Diablo II Resurrected is set for September 23, 2021. The restored classic will also be conducting an open beta for players to test the game on PC and Xbox before it launches on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One.Release Date & Reveal of A Plague Tale RequiemA Plague Tale Requiem builds on the popularity of its predecessor by letting players set out on a brand-new journey with Amicia and her brother Hugo as the curse pursues them. In 2022, A Plague Tale Requiem will launch on Game Pass on its first day of availability.

New Gameplay in Far Cry 6

The Far Cry cast, lead by Giancarlo Esposito, has given us a lot of information so far. It will mostly live up to our expectations from the Far Cry series, which means expansive open environments filled with plenty of sandbox fun. However, this most recent gameplay trailer is brand-new, so have a look below and be ready to wait. The release date for Far Cry 6 is October 7, 2021.

Announcing Slime Rancher 2

In the anticipated 2022 Slime Rancher 2 game, players will take up the role of Beatrix in an effort to discover the island's mysteries and corral slimes. On Day One, Game Pass members will be able to accomplish this.

Chewing Tools

Inspired by Amped, snowboarding flicks, and today's top snowboarders, Shredders transports players to the slopes where they may showcase their prowess in this stunning game. Arriving in December 2021, it will be accessible on Game Pass from the first day.

Announcement of the Atomic Heart

In terms of gameplay, Atomic Heart may be the strangest game you'll see during today's Microsoft x Bethesda event. But according to information provided by Microsoft's PR division, Atomic Heart is an action-RPG set in a 1955 parallel world in the Soviet Union. The internet, holograms, and robots are already possible in that parallel world thanks to technology. As agent P-3, you will be charged with looking into a manufacturing factory that has stopped producing. Once again, it will be available on Game Pass on the first day.

Standardized Declaration

In the 2.5D sci-fi retro-futuristic action platformer Replaced, you take on the role of R.E.A.C.H., an artificial intellect that is forcibly imprisoned in a human body.In Replaced, a deeply gripping dystopian tale set in an alternate 1980s is combined with cinematic platforming, pixel graphics, and free-flowing action fighting. From the viewpoint of R.E.A.C.H., who is learning how to be a human in a society that has taken a turn for the worst, discover and explore the secrets in and around Phoenix-City. Corruption and greed control everything, and those in positions of authority see people and their organs as nothing more than mere commodities. Uncover Phoenix-City's dark mysteries. Describe the future you two will share. Play Xbox Game Pass on the first day.

Relaxed Report

The early access game is set to get a significant update that includes updates to its weapons, base construction, quality of life, and other features.

Game Pass + Larger Lobbies Coming to Us

While Among Us has already been available on PC with Game Pass Ultimate, Xbox users will be able to get the game through Game Pass starting in 2021. Additionally, it has been disclosed that the game will also have larger 15 person lobbies. It's uncertain whether a game that saw a phenomenal surge in popularity during the Pandemic would continue to have delays after. That may come to pass with further upgrades and Game Pass availability."Eiyuden Chronicle" Take your turn-based strategy gaming experience to the next level in Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes with an exquisitely designed 6-character fighting system. With painstakingly rendered 2D sprites and stunning 3D environments, Rabbit & Bear Studios creates a captivating narrative and gameplay that sets itself apart from previous JRPGs.The goal of Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes is to provide gamers with a contemporary interpretation of a traditional JRPG. Prepare to guide more than 100 playable characters through a destroyed world that you alone can restore. Xbox Game Pass will launch both titles on the first day.

Climbing

A cyberpunk setting serves as the backdrop for the action-shooter role-playing game The Ascent, which may be played single or cooperatively. The Ascent Group, the massive conglomerate that controls you and everyone else, has just failed. Is it possible for you to live without it?Xbox Game Pass customers may play The Ascent on PC, cloud, and console from day one. It supports up to four players and can be played alone or cooperatively both locally and online.Gameplay of Age of Empires IV On October 28, Age of Empires IV will launch on Steam, the Windows Store, Xbox Game Pass for PC, and Ultimate! The Abbasid Dynasty and the French were the two new launch civilizations seen in the video below. The squad also unveiled the 100 Years War campaign, which stars Joan of Arc and lets players engage in this protracted battle between France and England. At last, the first naval combat encounter saw the action go into the sea!

The Beyond: Part 2

It was just a matter of time before The Outer Worlds 2 was revealed, given the popularity of Obsidian's The Outer Worlds. But this declaration really only did enough to raise awareness of the issue. Nothing really interesting to play, just a logo and a trailer that is well conscious of how unimpressive it is. When exactly this game will be released is unknown. With the release of Starfield, 2022 could be a little too near, and there might be a bit too much overlap for the two huge Xbox games.The launch date of Microsoft Flight Simulator - Top Gun Collaboration - Xbox console is set for March 44, 2019.for July 27, Microsoft Flight Simulator will be available as part of Xbox Game Pass for the Xbox Series X|S. Additionally, it was revealed that a free Top Gun: Maverick update would debut on November 19, 2021, coinciding with the release of the new Top Gun: Maverick film. This will enable the addition of fighter planes to Flight Simulator later in the year.

Forza Horizon 5: Announcement of Release Date + Deep Dive

Playground Games unveiled some incredible graphics and a brand-new location for Forza Horizon 5 in what was perhaps the largest deep dive of the event. Forza Horizon 5 is expected to launch later this year and be available on Game Pass from the first day its release. The trailers for both films are seen below. On November 9th, Forza Horizon 5 will be available on the Xbox One, PC running Windows and Steam, and Xbox Series X/S.

Arkane Austin - Red Fall

Arkane Studios' "One More Thing" for Microsoft was a totally surprise release. Redfall is an Xbox exclusive game that will be available for PC and Xbox Series X/S. The creators of Prey and the Dishonored television series are attempting to get into the vampire hunter market. The video for the game, which is said to be playable in both solo and cooperative modes, below showed off what seems to be very diverse gameplay while maintaining the distinctively luscious Arkane aesthetic.“watch” this on https://www.youtube.com.v=lxX-4U5uJqk

A complete sizzle reel

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Embrace the meme with the Xbox Mini Fridge

The Xbox Mini Fridge, which Microsoft maintains is genuine, was the actual extra item. Instead of buying refrigerators, how about you simply strive to produce enough consoles for everyone who wants one?And that concludes everything from the 2021 Xbox x Bethesda Showcase. There are several exciting announcements for Xbox enthusiasts to look forward to. From beloved classics like Halo and Forza making a comeback to fresh intellectual properties from recently acquired studios, there will be no shortage of games to enjoy on the Xbox and lots of value added to the Game Pass service in 2021 and beyond.