Microsoft has announced a new event format called Xbox Partner Preview, which will showcase upcoming games from third-party partners. The first event will take place on Wednesday, October 25, at 10am PT (1pm ET / 6pm BST).

The Xbox Partner Preview has been announced to feature trailers, gameplay footage, and updates on games coming to Xbox and Windows, as well as new info on some upcoming Game Pass titles from third-party partners. The event will be available with subtitles in over 30 languages, as well as American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL), and English Audio Descriptions.

Specific announcements include:

  • The latest information on in-game activities for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, the next installment in the popular Yakuza series.
  • A launch trailer for Alan Wake 2, the sequel to the critically acclaimed psychological thriller.
  • The first gameplay for Ark: Survival Ascended on Xbox Series X|S, bringing the popular survival game to the next generation of consoles.
  • A dive into the social world of Dungeons of Hinterberg

The event will be available to watch live on the following channels:

The Xbox Partner Preview is a great opportunity for gamers to learn more about upcoming games from their favorite third-party developers. The event is also a chance for developers to share their work with the world and get feedback from gamers.

In addition to these specific announcements, the Xbox Partner Preview is expected to feature a variety of other games from third-party partners, including both indie and AAA titles. With a diverse lineup of games to be showcased, there is something for everyone to look forward to.

In relation to Activision Blizzard King’s recent acquisition, there will be no additional news, game announcements, or Game Pass information in the Xbox Partner Preview. So don’t expect any news on the recent acquisition; this is exclusively about third-party partners.