Xbox reveals 20 playable titles for Gamescom, including long-awaited Silksong and new Borderlands
Xbox has revealed its full lineup for Gamescom 2025, and it’s packed with blockbuster surprises. In a fresh blog post, Xbox confirmed that Hollow Knight: Silksong, Borderlands 4, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and 17 more titles will be playable at its booth during the event. The announcement comes just weeks ahead of the Cologne gaming convention, one of the largest in the world with over 300,000 attendees expected.
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Fans have been waiting years for news on Hollow Knight: Silksong, the sequel to the 2017 indie hit. First announced in 2019, the game seemed to vanish from radar until resurfacing in 2025 during the Xbox Ally handheld reveal. Now, it’s confirmed as one of the headline titles at Xbox’s Gamescom booth, and it’ll be playable.
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Xbox’s Gamescom 2025: Full list
Alongside Silksong, Xbox’s Gamescom 2025 lineup includes major franchises, new IPs, and even hardware. The full list of confirmed playable titles and devices includes:
- ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X
- Grounded 2
- Ninja Gaiden 4
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
- Age of Empires & Age of Mythology: Retold
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
- Hollow Knight: Silksong
- Borderlands 4
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
- EA Sports FC 26
- Aniimo
- There Are No Ghosts at the Grand
- PowerWash Simulator 2
- Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
- Final Fantasy XVI
- Invincible VS
- Super Meat Boy 3D
- Cronos: The New Dawn
- Mistfall Hunter
Xbox going big at Gamescom 2025
Xbox’s presence at Gamescom is expected to be one of the largest among major publishers. Their team has over 30 developer appointments lined up, and multiple hands-on stations will be available for fans. The company is also showcasing its latest handheld hardware, the ROG Xbox Ally X.
Gamescom runs for a week and remains one of the most attended gaming expos globally. For Xbox, it’s a key platform to generate buzz around its upcoming titles before the holiday release window.
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What this means for Xbox fans
The reveal of Silksong and Borderlands 4 as playable demos is a strong signal that both games are nearing completion. Meanwhile, returning franchises like Ninja Gaiden and Onimusha are giving retro fans something to cheer about.
With a diverse slate of genres, from flight sims to JRPGs and action-adventures, Xbox seems to be setting the stage for a strong finish to the year and beyond.
Stay tuned for full gameplay impressions and developer interviews as the event kicks off.
FAQs: Xbox at Gamescom 2025
When is Gamescom 2025 taking place?
Gamescom 2025 is expected to run for a week in late August, with press previews, public access days, and major publisher showcases throughout the event.
Will all the listed games be playable by the public?
Yes. Xbox confirmed that all 20 titles mentioned in their blog post will be playable at their booth for attendees on the show floor.
Is Hollow Knight: Silksong getting a release date at Gamescom?
While Xbox hasn’t confirmed a release date yet, the fact that Silksong is playable suggests that Team Cherry may be gearing up for a launch announcement soon.
Can I play Xbox’s Gamescom demos from home?
In past years, Xbox has made select demos available online during Gamescom. There’s no word yet if that will happen this year, but keep an eye on Xbox Wire or Game Pass updates.
What is the ROG Xbox Ally X?
The ROG Xbox Ally X is a new handheld device co-developed by Asus and Xbox. It’s designed to run Game Pass titles natively and will be demoed live at the event.
