Summer Game Fest 2025 live build-up: where to watch and everything you need to know ahead of the big Geoff Keighley show today

Will we see Hollow Knight: Silksong?

Hollow Knight: Silksong is without a doubt one of the most highly anticipated games right now, but its release timeline is shrouded in mystery.

Despite being in development for years, the only real look at it we’ve had was a brief clip in the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct stream. Will it show up at Summer Game Fest? Only time well tell, but it might be more likely than you think.

According to SteamDB, the game’s Steam data recently received a load of behind the scenes updates. This could mean anything, though often occurs before major changes to a game’s store page (like the addition of a release date and new assets) or a surprise release.

Hopefully this is a sign of what’s to come, and we’ll get a new trailer tonight…

How to get the Future Games Show Twitch drop

If you’re a fan of The Finals, then you shouldn’t miss the chance to secure an exclusive Twitch drop. To claim it, you just need to watch 15 consecutive minutes of the Future Games Show on the official Twitch channel .

So far, we already know that the Future Games Show Summer Showcase will feature a new trailer for Director 8020, a detailed breakdown of Hell is Us, and lots of new content for The Finals.

This is on top of loads of exclusive reveals, developer commentary, and more. There will even be a ‘Ones to Play’ section, showing games with demos that will be available to play immediately.

How to watch the Future Games Show

The Future Games Show Summer Showcase is back this year as part of Summer Game Fest.

The event, which shows off a wide range of upcoming games, will be hosted by prominent voice actors Laura Bailey and Matthew Mercer.

The show starts at 1PM PT / 4PM ET / 9PM BST / 10PM CEST this Sunday, June 7.

You will be able to tune in via almost every platform under the sun, including Twitch, YouTube, X / Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and even on Steam!

The main show is later today!

Good morning everyone! I’m back for another day Summer Game Fest 2025 coverage, and what a day it is already shaping up to be.

We’re currently in the build-up to the Summer Game Fest main show, which takes place today at 5PM ET / 2PM PDT / 10PM BST / 11PM CEST.

As always, I’ll be here to guide you through the run up to the event and provide plenty of coverage as it goes live.

It’s nearing the end of the day here in the UK, so I’m going to head off soon!

I’ve got a shiny new Nintendo Switch 2 in my bag, and can’t wait to dive in to some Mario Kart World tonight.

I’ll be back soon, though, to guide you through the exciting build-up to Summer Game Fest.

See you later gamers.

Xbox has posted a little tongue-in-cheek teaser about what’s going to be shown in the Xbox Games Showcase…

As you might expect, we’re going to see lots and lots of games – followed by a look at The Outer Worlds 2, of course.

Carrying on with my Xbox Games Showcase predictions, I’m expecting some new hardware reveals too.

I would be shocked if we don’t get news on a new Xbox handheld, as rumors have been suggesting that one has been in the works for awhile now. Rather than something made by Microsoft, I’m expecting a licensed handheld from another manufacturer – potentially a laptop brand like Asus or Lenovo.

There also might be a new Xbox controller revealed. I really, really, really want a new Xbox Elite Controller – as the Elite Series 2 is seriously dated at this point. I won’t get into why I don’t think its worth its price in 2025 (you can read all about it in my ‘here’s why you shouldn’t buy an Xbox Elite Series 2‘ op-ed from last year if you’re curious), but an update is definitely needed.

Hopefully we’ll get an Elite Series 3 announcement soon…

What will we see in the Xbox Game Showcase?

Aside from the main show, the subsequent Xbox Games Showcase is easily one of the biggest Summer Game Fest events. What do I think is going to be in store this year?

When it comes to games, I’m expecting another look at Gears of War: Reloaded, which was announced last month. Some more news on State of Decay 3, which has been in the works for years now, is definitely likely too I think – it’s been so long that I would be shocked if we don’t get any more info.

I’m also expecting (and personally hoping) for a trailer for the upcoming Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC. I was a huge fan of the base game, so would love a good reason like this to dive back in.

I know what you’re all wondering. Is Geoff Keighley even real?

He may seem like a bit of a mythical figure, but I can confirm that he does in fact actually exist. I’ve even met him! He attended one of the illustrious, VIP-only Gamescom after parties last year, along with other industry high flyers… and me.

It’s not just Geoff….

Keighley may be the most prominent face of Summer Game Fest, but that doesn’t mean he is the only presenter at the event.

He has recently taken to social media to announce his co-host for the main show: Lucy James. James is a prominent face in video content for both GameSpot and Giant Bomb, so seems like a very strong choice.

Who is Geoff Keighley?

If you’re interested in Summer Game Fest, then you’ve undoubtedly heard the name Geoff Keighley more times than you can count. But who exactly is he?

A former game journalist turned present, Keighley had a strong career writing for outlets like Kotaku and GameStop, mainly focusing on long-form deep-dives into major games and studios.

He also frequently appeared on television, becoming a prominent face at events like E3.

Now, he helms his own events and shows acting as both the host and organizer – including the Game Awards and Summer Game Fest.

State of Play recap

Though seperate from the main show – yesterday’s PlayStation Sate of Play presentation was part of Summer Game Fest. I covered the event live (absolutely obliterating my sleep schedule in the process) and it was definitely a strong showing.

If you missed the chance to watch it at the time, I’ve got you covered with a full list of everything announced in the order in which it happened.

Check it out below!

• Lumines Arise, PS5, PSVR 2
• Pragmata, 2026
• Romeo is a Dead Man, 2026
• Silent Hill f, , September 25, 2025
• Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, 2026
• Digimon Story Time Stranger, October 3 2025
• Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, September 30, 2025
• Baby Steps, September 8, 2025
• Hirogami, September 3, 2025
• Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots, September 5 2025
• Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, July 31 2025
• Cairn, November 5, 2025 (demo available today)
• Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, 2025
• Project Defiant fight stick
• Metal Gear Solid Delta, August 28 2025
• Nioh 3, early 2026 (demo available today)
• Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow, PSVR 2
• Tides of Tomorrow, Feb 24, 2026
• Astro Bot free DLC later this month + the Astro Bot DualSense returning
• Sea and Remnants, 2026
• Sword of the Sea, August 19
• 007 First Light, 2026
• Ghost of Yotei, gameplay demonstration coming in July
• Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls, coming to PS5 and PC in 2026

Hello and welcome to the beginning of my Summer Geoff Fest – sorry, Summer Game Fest coverage!

The main show is set to kick off tomorrow, and will almost certainly be filled with exciting reveals.

Our team has boots on the ground (well, currently boots in the air as he is still flying over to Los Angeles) ready to cover the event in full.

Here. We. Go…