ULTIMATE Xbox Showcase Event 2023 Preview - Fable Avowed Starfield Hellblade 2 & So Much More!!

[@RandalThor19]

What do you think is opening the show and what do you think is closing the Xbox Showcase?

[@Socram70]

Man hellblade 2 intro would get me hype up to the max!

[@PunisherWorld]

I hope we don't see any live service games

[@PunisherWorld]

I think gamepass games will open the show

[@jimmythegamer2231]

​@@PunisherWorld All of Xbox's first-party games are Gamepass games lol

[@jimmythegamer2231]

Most likely Hellblade 2 as the opener and either Fable (or a surprise new IP/game reveal) will close the show. Avowed will be near the end of the showcase as well, but not at the very end. Also, it's possible (but I hope this doesn't happen) but Forza Motorsport could open the show as well, but I personally don't think so.

[@ronaldcharan2705]

Starfield , avowed , stalker , hellblade and fable. Anything else is icing on the cake.

[@nickc3930]

I'd love a banjo Kazooie remake

[@hectorpcmr.]

Well said

[@UndisputedNerd]

I think hellblade could be a little further off

[@giancamp]

Indeed Ronald, indeed.

[@ryanb3908]

@@HawkNocturnal Still has a December release date but delay is understandable.

[@Navie.]

RAND AL INSIDER!!!!

[@SlipperyMooseCakes]

He’s not an insider :(

[@fireballs7346]

Rand al lund

[@SlipperyMooseCakes]

@Yer Tea's oot! that doesn’t make him an insider though

[@SlipperyMooseCakes]

@Yer Tea's oot! jez is, rand is his friend but that doesn’t make him an insider. He’s just an enthusiast. Not knocking the guy but facts are facts. Also there have been plenty of times where Jez has chosen not to share things with Rand as it’s too early to leak.

[@SlipperyMooseCakes]

@Yer Tea's oot! I’m not sure about that but even so that would not make Rand an insider and if you were to ask Rand he would not proclaim himself as an insider.

[@OG_Boodaah]

Im literally calling out of work for 2 hours just to watch the showcase

[@zach8002]

Man.. I would love Ryse 2. One of my favorite xbox exclusives ever. Along with ninja gaiden black.

[@oblivionguard7950]

Bruh I wanna see Everwild. I'm a huge fan of Rare. And i look forward to their next big game.

[@jajes711]

Starfield at 60 would be an epic way to cap the show. Won’t have to wait long to witness peak showcase. See y’all on the other side.

[@adriank8792]

I seriously doubt that Starfield will be a 60fps game on Xbox. I would love to be wrong, but let's prepare ourselves and not freak out

[@deathtrooper2048]

Imagine needing 60 fps to enjoy a game.

[@BlackMarkTwain]

Don’t want to get my hopes to high but can’t help but be excited

[@aaroncortesgarcia8848]

My predictions for first party stuff: Hellblade II gameplay, Forza Motorsport gameplay, Halo Infinite BR Mode in game trailer, Avowed in game trailer, Fable in engine trailer, Indiana Jones gameplay, Gears 6 in engine trailer, and of course, Starfield gameplay :^)

[@dannyp6230]

This showcase will truly show us if Xbox can still make a comeback this generation. And I believe they can, they just have to make everyone else believe.

[@brendankelly924]

I believe too

[@megaman37456]

Two words: Megablox Halo. Seriously, the fandom actually wants this.

[@GoHardOrGoHome85]

They already made a comeback for me the Series X is my go to console this gen thanks to gamepass

[@SingleDorito]

I'm a little worried they might be super focused on collecting the activision bag and waiting for their catalogs to start pumping out games.

[@kevinlist3330]

​@@GoHardOrGoHome85 what games you playing on shovelpass?

[@mohammeddiallo3354]

"October, say... 12th" That's very specific lol

[@majorasecho]

This show is definitely going to be great. The two games I've wanted to see for a while are fable and state of decay 3. Glad at least one will show...but still crossing fingers for the other.

[@NlneLives210]

Rand if it's anything close to what you said it's going to be a banger 😲

[@WalkBesideMe]

Jet Set Radio would be insane.

[@RuthwikRao]

especially coming off of Hi-Fi Rush! Imagine both these games get crossovers from each other, that'd be wild.

[@applehazeva2739]

⁠honestly Tango could simply make their own one.

[@SKYHAMMERGAMES]

I couldn't be more excited about the Xbox Showcase. The hype is real and I do hope they can live up to the expectations!

[@JohnDoe-pu5gk]

Pigs may fly.

[@jimmythegamer2231]

​@@JohnDoe-pu5gk Why do you always make troll comments on this Xbox-centric KZbin channel? Don't you have something better to do like, I dunno, play some old games on your PS5? Let me guess, you were the same type of person that was hyping up the PS showcase and thinking it was gonna be amazing, and that there was no way the Xbox showcase could ever be remotely as good. But now, there's a very high likelihood that the Xbox showcase will be significantly better than the PlayStation one.

[@JohnDoe-pu5gk]

​@@jimmythegamer2231I don't even own a PS5, I game on Xbox. I just tell it the way I see it, sorry that I hurt your feelings.

[@Jza-GZa40k]

@@JohnDoe-pu5gk I think it’ll be fantastic this year,In a long long time.

[@kevinlist3330]

The hype is what will make you very disappointed , temper your expectations don't dive in thinking this is some win for Xbox

[@michaelirish769]

I’m really hoping for Splinter Cell as well! One of my favorite franchises.

[@Slavamixed]

It will be HUGE! ✌️💚✌️

[@RuthwikRao]

that will likely be shown at the Ubisoft Connect on 12th.

[@frankeeshackcloth1017]

You know what would be an epic moment…. Microsoft paying for splinter cell too debut at the Xbox showcase. Lights go off and then that classic goggle sound with the 3 green lights ❤

[@Slavamixed]

@@frankeeshackcloth1017 oh yes! Great idea Sir 👍🏻

[@allythomsonxsx2071]

Great video as always Rand 🔥

[@dannyp6230]

Can’t wait!

[@Jza-GZa40k]

I really hope Starfield is fantastic as a huge sci-fi fan and open world fanatic,I also want to see if it’ll ever have free travel seamlessly to land to space mechanic.

[@jimmythegamer2231]

They already confirmed that there will be no seamless travel from space to planet, so no. But I don't think that's a deal breaker or anything like that.

[@thebhoy8561]

No it won’t and that all good

[@Jza-GZa40k]

@@jimmythegamer2231 I hope not if the game is great,It is apart of space travel in these type of games for me personally…But if it’s added it’ll be even better but if not i hope the rest makes it forgettable.

[@ShredderZA]

Hoping this will be a great showcase. Haven't used my Xbox in about a month. Exclusives need to be amazing.

[@jimmythegamer2231]

Just curious, what exclusives have PlayStation had in the last month or so?

[@ShredderZA]

@@jimmythegamer2231 Did I say PS had exclusives in the last month? I've been playing TOTK for the last month and haven't touched my XSX or PS5. After the launch of RedFall Xbox needs to have good news and showcases for exclusives. Seeing that the PS showcase wasn't great, this is a perfect opportunity to show the world what Xbox can deliver in the next 12 months. Don't get so defensive and fanboy-ish at the slightest remark made about Xbox. I love console gaming overall, sorry for not subscribing to your idiot views.

[@megaman37456]

@@ShredderZA Same. Hardcore Xbox fan here, but man ToTK has absolutely taken all my attention for the last month lol

[@connor_joe]

​@@ShredderZA please forgive me but what is TOTK

[@giancamp]

@@connor_joe I had to look it up lol, it’s Zelda

[@Demon-Time_Reezy]

Hold the line 💚💚💚

[@dogtagduke7125]

Man, don’t play with my heart talking about Splinter Cell and Ryse. Man I miss those.

[@carlosstaller3635]

17:28 I think there's no way, such a huge and ambitious world, with over 1000 planets will run at 60 fps on Console.

[@flexin85]

I think overall the show is going to be a good one, I completely agree with your take this will be one of the better Xbox showcases in years. However I really hope they dont close the show with Fable, while I am very excited to see the game the fact they have already teased it would ruin that big "One More Thing" moment for me.

[@SardaukarX]

Agreed, Fable should be the opener :)

[@jimmythegamer2231]

​@@SardaukarX Oohh, bold decision

[@XxHarounXx]

Avowed Opening Fable Closing My guess

[@ferminharris3826]

I’m so excited, but I genuinely hope they’re not let downs like Redfall and I also hope Gears make an appearance either a remastered or a new Gears

[@GPsarakis]

I've said this a few times but I expect the show to open with Avowed, Hellblade 2 in the middle and Fable at the end. Don't know what will be between those but it'll be interesting to be surprised.

[@benprins8240]

Great video Rand 😁😁 Sunday will be awesome, I'd love to see Hellblade 2, Avowed, Wolfenstein 3, Silksong and definitely more of Starfield. A dream game of mine is Prey 2 by Arkane, think we'll ever see that?

[@trllstz]

I was waiting for a Silksong comment. Can’t wait!!

[@benprins8240]

@@trllstz yea, think we'll get a solid release date for Silksong this Sunday? Hope so.

[@grossindecency]

I think Hellblade looks amazing. I think the facial animation tech is nothing short of amazing. What I can't understand is why they chose that actress. She's so over the top she gives off anime vibes. She did it to the last game too.

[@Ntho1994]

If I remember correctly back in the first game she was not even directly an actress, but rather someone who worked at the studio and seemed suitable for the job? They didn't exactly have the budget for the big actresses back then probably.

[@redwolf4123]

Very excited for the show 🎉

[@jerryholbrook13]

Avowed,halo infinite,hell blade 2,contraband,gears of war collection,stalker 2,state of decay,perfect dark,ryse son of rome 2,fable. Grand theft auto 6 all this would be great and then some i can dream. Oh yeah wheres everwild. I keep forgetting stuff lol gears of war 6& forza motorsport lets gooooo.💚💚 Another shadow drop like they did with hifi rush would he cool too. Kojimas game too. Indianna jones too.ive edited this comment like ten times lol.more redfall maps yes i liked redfall i just beat it. Im currently playing high on life my godvthat game is funny

[@JohnDoe-pu5gk]

Gears of war collection doesn't exist.

[@mohammeddiallo3354]

I hope they don't restrict themselves with "These games are on Gamepass" type announcements because major 3rd party games do elevate these showcases. And there is nothing wrong showcasing a game that isn't coming to Gamepass.

[@OutbreakGamers]

Great Video Rand‼️

[@BRUTALSAMM]

they will open with a highly anticipated game like Fable or Avowed and close the show with an unannounced big game like Gears 6

[@IPITYPLAYSTATIONPEASANTS]

I agree I think gears 6 will close. Hellblade 2 will open

[@ronaldcharan2705]

Seriously doubt gears 6 shows up. Coalition mentioned it was in early development a year ago.

[@BirdMan00]

What I want is an Escape from Tarkov xbox port announced, that would make the show for me.

[@ZER0O9]

Perfect dark is all i need

[@ulfricstormcloak4230]

I think this show will be incredible

[@urmie]

1TB Special Edition Series S. Starfield Series X in white. 👀

[@mandroid-rb4uy]

hello good morning Rand wassup Bruh'so hyped for the xbox showcase I expect shadow drops surprises and More

[@paradoxproxy853]

Hope they announce the evil within 3. Would be great

[@matthewlauer8530]

What happened to Project Mara?

[@tonytony-fc6gq]

What about state of decay 3

[@Socram70]

Let’s go!

[@robroskey6515]

Hoping to see dates coming soon for silksong, routine and stalker 2.

[@audiolatte]

If Jet Set Radio is there, then I already have my game of the show..nothing would be able to top that for me..NOTHING!!!

[@brandonprice6448]

Is project Dragon from IO dead? I never hear anybody talk about that anymore,

[@RuthwikRao]

it's not dead but it's no longer considered to be an Xbox project.

[@brandonprice6448]

@@RuthwikRao Ok ty for the update

[@thewielder3445]

When it comes to 3rd Party games, I'm guessing that The Lamplighters League will be there. Its a Strategy game from the devs of the Shadowrun Trilogy which has already been confirmed to launch on Game Pass later this year. I also wouldn't be surprised if some of the mainline Shin Megami Tensei games get ported to Xbox. 3 and 5 are likely, 4 is a bit more of a hopium pick

[@roymeisenbach1210]

@Rand al Thor 19 we saw the controller on summer game fest and the controller and the console is Porsche 911 controller not Starfield

[@hopingfurball9585]

Love ya too Rand ! ❤😊

[@Canady182]

If history has taught me anything it is to *definitely* temper my expectations for an Xbox showcase. Sorry, Aaron. But until Xbox actually delivers, I'll keep my expectations - not just pre-show, but pre-launch of *any* game shown - below ground.

[@nanfoodles]

They have already announced Starfield will be a 30 FPS game, Todd said he wants a cinematic feel. This is 100% fine, as this is a art form and artists get to pick how they want their game to look and feel.

[@3KPK3]

Starfield itself is enough for me. Everything else are just great bonuses.

[@plasticlife283]

Starfield and Hellblade 2 are all I need, but Starfield can probably carry it alone.

[@greekstyle5788]

Rumour has it that there's a Lollipop Chainsaw remake being shown sometime this year...

[@asadcartoon]

In my restless dreams, I see that game. Lost Odyssey 2.

[@Spartan-301st]

Fable before Holiday 2024 would make me cry. Any Fable will be great news, but seeing “2025” would be a huge bummer.

[@corey2232]

I'm hoping Atlus surprises us again by appearing at the Xbox Showcase, hopefully with a Persona 6 announcement in tow. And even though it'll likely be at Summer Games Fest, I'd like to see more on Hades 2, possibly even a surprise drop for the open access beta 😊

[@jimmythegamer2231]

I don't think Persona 6 will be revealed anytime soon unfortunately, but I'm 99% sure that Persona 3 Remake will be revealed at the Xbox showcase, perhaps as a day-one Game Pass release.

[@dzikast9808]

persona 3 reload trailer was leaked, its 100% gonna be on the xbox show case

[@cookiecooly]

@@jimmythegamer2231 Well well well looks like Atlus did an oopsie lmao

[@corey2232]

@Dzikast Hell yeah! Trailer was great, though it doesn't look like it's including the FES/P3P stuff & just remaking the base game

[@dzikast9808]

​@@corey2232 hell ye brother, after a few months of people getting their hopes up, this feels fitting, can't wait to play it

[@SnowmanPapi]

The Man with the Million 🙌🙌

[@joelnevarez3058]

Hey guy what does ps5 have coming out beside DLC hahaha are they still making games or are the still shell shock

[@WAR904]

Here’s my prediction The show opens with forza Motorsport with a holiday release WINDOW and closes with Hellblade 2 in-engine story trailer with a holiday 2024 window, in between is all 3rd party with some minor game pass announcements. Keeping my expectations as low as possible

[@sm0ky12]

Crytek isnt working on ryse at all, cool idea though

[@sleepygoblin2d573]

I expect to see Brutal Legend 2, Rand! Back me up here!

[@RikJameson]

Enjoy the show Rand! I'm expecting a 8.5-9/10

[@danburke6568]

What games are coming this year is the question? Last year we got redfail and starfield. Man that was a high level to set for this year.

[@TE-qu4jz]

Fallout 4 Remaster trailer and drop would be nice.

[@AstralFrost]

Yeah, I've felt for weeks that Avowed would open the show. We'll see!

[@TE-qu4jz]

I think a 40fps 120hz mode is doable on Starfield. 60 fps would be great, but not if it looks downgraded and the only performance option.

[@danburke6568]

Think it's been confirmed 30fps. Still things change. Like which year it's coming out.

[@jo12danjames]

Expectations are at an all time high!!!

[@Virusica]

No state of decay ?

[@natejoe9924]

My most anticipated game is hell-blade 2

[@vullord666]

I’d really like to see Everwild again, but I feel like Microsoft might be worried about too many of their western RPGs all coming out at the same time due to delays. From Bethesda, I imagine its far off but I’m most interested in what IDsoftware is doing next. From these major studios I’d really like to see more AA titles like Pentiment. It’d really help round out Microsoft’s first party release schedule.

[@_yaboi_O1]

I’d love to hear about Skate (4) and Metro 4 for 3rd parties

[@tecno8335]

Honestly, if they can get Starfield to run at 60fps that would be an amazing accomplishment

[@spacemanjupiter]

I believe Hellblade II is coming next year, not this year. Probably around March, like you suggested. I'm ok with that for sure, but I'd like to see some gameplay at the show.

[@spacemanjupiter]

I'm really hoping to see Indiana Jones. I can't imagine it is that far along though. I'd assume that game is coming late 2024 or 2025.

[@gaminginframes2819]

Would be nice if Crytek had a Crysis 4 sneak peak.

[@st4rskream]

Given the drought of first party exclusives for the first part of this generation i think MS really need to show off all their previously announced games. No shows for games like Hellblade 2, Avowed, Everwild, Project Dark, State of Decay, Fable and Forza would be pretty bad considering all of these games were announced years ago.

[@aaronjf94]

RANDAL!!!!!!!

[@Starfield-Guy]

I think Bethesda will announce or shadow drop the fallout 4 remaster as well as announce the starfield controller, headset, collectors edition and also the new mobile game they see working on

[@CombatMonkey11B]

Fable more likely to be the closer, not opener.

[@jrscrew3684]

First, like. Keep up with the great videos.

[@bear121982]

Please show a Redfall remake

[@baharv4575]

Hell Blade, Avowed, Perfect Dark, Forza, Indiana Jones, Hellblade, Halo Dc, Silk song, GEARS, stalker 2, persona 3

[@teamnovember5594]

Now that I think about it, if Fallout 4 can run at 60 fps (quality tbd), then Starfield could also run at 60. Eventually (quality tbd).

[@TE-qu4jz]

Don't forget the 40fps 120hz mode which developers seem to be oblivious to. Ratchet and Clank has this mode and performs smoothly. If it can't to 60fps there is always 40fps which it much more achievable without too much of a downgrade.

[@TropicaIJay]

Honestly all I need if gameplay for fable, avowed, and more hellblade and I'm good. Just want xbox to knock it out the park for once.

[@james-xf1ox]

I'm taking Phil Spencer's advice, until I see the shit I'm pessimistic, but it may make me upgrade from a one X and finally get fast af broadband.

[@metv1221]

Rare Studios needs to show some stuff soon. Fable, Avowe, Forza, Hellblade, Starfield all has to be here no matter what, with gameplay in length. Perfect Dark, Indiana Jones, can be a ways off, but may need 2-5min combination of in-engine/CGI. 10-15 new in A3 and indie ips, and road map for rest of year. 1-4 stealth drop games. What will win everyone routing for Xbox success is if they announced everything shown comes this year or early next year, Gamepass family plan, Xbox Live goes free for all, and yes ABK deal done with UK issues resolved. New compact all digital Xbox seriers X and S Elite revised console coming soon...

[@salvadormendoza5045]

My wishlist... GEARS 6... GEARS OF WAR:Marcus Fenix Collection... Fallout 5... Fallout 3 Remastered... Killer Instinct 2...

[@bizarrekage23]

Besides your avowed and hellblade predictions if this cokes true its going to be just an ok showcase. I want more!!

[@danburke6568]

What games are you getting this year? Last year we redfail and starfield.

[@miked2874]

Dont forget hideo kojima has a game in the works with xbox

[@EvadXocliw]

I would love to see a Lost Odyssey remake or remaster announcement, but I won’t be holding my breath. If what you predict comes to pass and we get some new Sega/Atlus announcements along with some other new Japanese content, I’ll be a happy camper.

[@Tonymarc94]

While last years show was locked by 12 month restriction, I think this year they will give you a decent sense of a "roadmap" much like a MCU style timelone. Phil repeatedly talks about 1 big game per quarter and I think he may want to showcase what that could be. For those reasons I think Starfield is September, Forza is November, and Hellblade 2 is February or March....after that is anyone's guess

[@eodyn7]

Hopefully not as terrible as the M-She-U

[@PaxBisonica89]

Wo long dynasty expansion footage is lock (gamepass title and was announced last week by team ninja that we'd see footage very very soon) Potential Skyrim creation club update? Fallout next gen update announcement

[@paccacio2935]

i hope they gameplay of Hellblade 2 and perfect dark

[@payikick6490]

Killer Instinct 3 please....

[@fernguti1095]

For a good show Starfield has to have a good showing. Fable gameplay. Forza release date. Either Helblade 2 or Avowed gameplay and at least a release date from one of the two. A world premiere trailer from either Complusion games or id. Few Game Pass announcements and release dates from past E3's. Couple 3rd party announcements. Either world premieres or gameplay from Contraband and Stalker 2. Plus all the normal showcase stuff. For a great show, everything I mentioned plus even more trailers from less expected games like, State of Decay 3, Perfect Dark, Everwild, The Outer Worlds. For an amazing show, everything I mentioned Plus not only Halo season 4 but (Tatanka) world premiere and release window (maybe for season 5.) Sea of Thieves; Not only season 10 but something huge and unexpected. Grounded expansion. More unexpected trailers from their studios. And to finish it off a Banjo announcement or a revival of an old IP to end the show. Or maybe end the show with an unexpected unannounced AAA game. Might be asking for too much but I'm hoping for a big show.

[@themmerz4529]

The one more thing at the end of the starfield direct will be a shadow drop of a starfield demo on game pass!!! It will get a lot of people to subscribe to game pass and also help boost pre-orders.

[@producedagains808]

That is highly unlikely. Way too soon before release date, takes away from impact on release day. Shadow dropping is not a normal thing. Hifi rush was an exception.

[@SoulsofMist]

Would be nice if fallout has something in the show , even just a release window for the next gen update for fallout 4. Really hoping that starfield is great , won’t be long until we get a look at it.

[@gothicm3rcy426]

jaw drop moment.... screen goes black, a little background narrative... then the sound of sam fishers headset... and the green lights of the headset flip up. would be utterly poo time

[@Toastaku]

It's basically impossible but it would blow everyone tf away if Starfield shows up with 30, 60 and 120fps modes

[@NlneLives210]

Let's go

[@SmiggyG]

Nobody's talking about it but I'm expecting a new reboot of Quake from ID Games to make an appearance. It's been awhile since Doom Eternal was released.