All-new footage on Starfield, Forza Horizon 5, and more

E3 is in full swing and today it was Xbox and Bethesda’s turn to livestream what the studios are currently working on. We summarize the highlights for you.

E3: Xbox and Bethesda are working on a number of top games

In the last few days you have certainly been wondering what Xbox and Bethesda are up to in the months and years to come. Well, that’s what the studios presented in an extensive livestream.

You can look forward to brand new footage from games like Far Cry 6, Among Us, Starfield, Age of Empires 4, Back 4 Blood, Sea of ​​Thieves, and more.

Starfield

Xbox today presented the very first in-game teaser for the Xbox-exclusive game Starfield. Starfield is the first new universe in 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4.

In this next generation RPG set among the stars, create any character you want and explore with unprecedented freedom as you embark on an epic journey to solve the greatest mystery of humanity.

Starfield is expected to be released on November 11, 2021.

STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl

From epic cutscenes to underground labs to open world, here’s your first look at the gameplay of STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl.

The game will only be released for next-gen (PC, Xbox Series X | S) and will be available in Xbox Game Pass (both console and PC) from day one.

STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl is expected to be released on April 28, 2022 and can already be pre-ordered.

Contraband

From Avalanche Studios and Xbox Game Studios: An open-world co-op smugglers’ paradise set in the fictional world of 1970s Bayan.

Back 4 Blood

The new PVP mode for Back4Blood reveals one thing – things are going to get chaotic.

Back 4 Blood is expected to be released on October 12, 2021 and will be part of Xbox Game Pass from day one.

Sea of ​​Thieves: A Pirate’s Life

If one character goes well with Sea of ​​Thieves, it is Captain Jack Sparrow. In A Pirate’s Life, Jack takes you on an epic new adventure!

Free Jack from his prison and experience the power of the world’s greatest pirate treasure, which he accidentally stole. Embark on an unforgettable journey with him to keep dark forces from ruling the pirate paradise.

A Pirate’s Life is a free update for all players and is expected to be released on June 22, 2021.

Battlefield 2042

Fight for the future in a world that has been changed by disorder. For the first time in Battlefield history, 128 players can go to war at the same time – giving you the chance to participate in massive battles where anything can happen.

Get an even better feel for spectacular, large-scale wars on seven huge maps, on which you experience constantly changing combat conditions and gameplay challenges.

Battlefield 2042 is expected to be released on October 22, 2021.

Twelve minutes

An interactive thriller about a man caught in a time warp. Starring James McAvoy, Daisy Ridley and Willem Dafoe.

Twelve minutes is expected to be released on August 19, 2021 and is available from day one in Xbox Game Pass for console and PC.

Psychonauts 2

Psychonauts 2 is a platform adventure that combines loads of psychic powers, bizarre missions and mysterious conspiracies. The game offers danger, excitement and laughter alike, according to Ubisoft as you take Raz on a journey through the minds of friends and foes to defeat a grueling psychological villain. Optimized for Xbox Series X | S.

Psychonauts 2 is expected to be released on August 25, 2021 and is included in Xbox Game Pass from day one.

The Elder Scrolls Online: Console Launch

Experience Tamriel as the new version of the game for the Xbox Series X | S, which, according to Ubisoft, takes full advantage of the native performance of the current generation and offers unbelievable performance increases and graphical fidelity. Tamriel is said to have never looked and played so well on consoles as it did with the improved console version.

The improved console version should be available for Xbox Series X | S from June 15, 2021.

Party animals

Get ready for an animal party! Fight with or against your friends. Choose your character from a range of lovable animals and fight in multiple game modes to be the last one left.

Party animals to be released for Xbox Game Pass in 2022.

Hades

In this rogue dungeon crawler from the makers of Bastion and Transistor, you use the powers and mythical weapons of Olympus to free yourself from the clutches of the god of the dead as you grow stronger and uncover more of history with each unique attempt to escape.

Hades has received more than 50 awards and is expected to be released on August 13, 2021 in the Xbox Game Pass for consoles and PC and can already be pre-ordered.

Halo Infinite Multiplayer

The legendary Halo series returns with a free multiplayer service and the largest Master Chief campaign yet.

Expected to be released for the Xbox One family of consoles, Xbox Series X and Windows 10 via the Microsoft Store and Steam around Christmas 2021.

Diablo 2 Resurrected

A dark figure wanders in the east and must be stopped at all costs.

The remaster of Diablo 2 and its expansion Lord of Destruction is expected to be released on September 23, 2021 for Xbox Series X | S and Xbox One.

A Plague Tale: Requiem

The sequel to the award-winning game A Plague Tale: Innocence.

Go on an emotional and breathtaking journey. Follow Amicia and her brother Hugo on a new and dangerous journey as they do everything they can to survive in a brutal, callous world.

A Plague Tale: Requiem is expected to appear in 2022 for Xbox Series X | S and PC. The game will be available at launch in Xbox Game Pass for consoles, PC and cloud.

Far Cry 6

All-new gameplay for Far Cry 6. Bring Yara back to freedom in co-op matchmaking.

Far Cry 6 is expected to be released on October 7, 2021.

Among Us: 15-player lobbies

Among Us is celebrating its 3rd birthday on June 15, 2021. Developer InnerSloth has therefore given you a special update: With the introduction of 15-player lobbies, you can play with EVEN MORE friends!

The 15-Player Lobbies Update will soon be rolled out on all available platforms, including Windows Store and Xbox Game Pass for PC. It will also be available on Xbox consoles later this year.

Age of Empires 4

One of the most popular real-time strategy games, Age of Empires 4 returns to new fame on Xbox Game Pass for PC, Windows Store and Steam, putting you at the center of epic historical battles that have shaped the world. Age of Empires 4 offers both familiar and innovative new ways to expand your empire in vast landscapes with stunning 4K visualization.

Choose your own path from 8 different civilizations, 4 different campaigns and 35 missions.

Age of Empires 4 is expected to be released on October 28, 2021 and is included in Xbox Game Pass for PC on day one.

The Outer Worlds 2

A new solar system, a new crew, the same “outer worlds”. The Outer Worlds 2 is coming … and as that day approaches, Bethesda will show more about that. Until then, you’ll have to make do with a new trailer.

Forza Horizon 5

The Forza Horizon adventure continues. Explore the vibrant and ever-evolving open-world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in hundreds of the best cars in the world.

Forza Horizon 5 is expected to be released on November 9, 2021 for Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One, Windows 10 PC and Steam and is included in Xbox Game Pass from day one.

Redfall

With Redfall, Xbox and Bethesda have canceled a brand new game at.

The quaint island town of Redfall, Massachusetts is besieged by a legion of vampires who have darkened the sun and cut the island off from the outside world. Together with a handful of survivors, you fight against evil enemies who are threatening to bleed the city to death. Choose your hero from a diverse list and form a perfect team of vampire hunters with others.

Redfall is an open-world, co-op, first-person shooter and is designed to be in summer 2022 released exclusively for Xbox Series X | S and PC.

Game Pass: The Future of Xbox

Today’s livestream once again made it clear that Xbox will continue to rely heavily on the Xbox Game Pass in the future. All games that were presented should be included in the subscription service from day one – so you can save a lot here.

As part of today’s event, Xbox has also published a small roadmap that can help you keep track of the mass of games:

Don’t have an Xbox Game Pass yet? You can easily buy it on Amazon:

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