
If you own an Xbox in Australia, 2025 is looking massive. Five blockbuster games are already locked for launch.
Quick Look1. The Outer Worlds 2



Release Date: October 29, 2025 | Developer: Obsidian Entertainment
The Outer Worlds 2 is everything fans loved about the first game but cranked to eleven.
Expect a new solar system stuffed with satire, corporate chaos, and weird aliens that judge every decision you make.
Character creation is deeper and combat feels snappier, thanks to jetpacks and heavy-duty energy weapons.
Your companions also react to choices more realistically, adding to the game’s role-playing depth.
It’s coming to Game Pass on day one and runs in native 4K on Xbox Series X.
2. Ninja Gaiden 4



Release Date: October 21, 2025 | Developer: Team Ninja
Ryu Hayabusa returns in * Ninja Gaiden 4*, bringing fast, painfully precise combat that feels incredible on modern hardware.
The story dives into the clan’s dark past as new cyber-demons threaten Tokyo’s streets.
Expect wall-running, dual-weapon combos, and finishers that rival modern souls-likes for challenge and reward.
Team Ninja has added photo mode, training dojo, and custom difficulty tuning for both veterans and newcomers.
It’s brutal, beautiful, and blazingly fast at 120 FPS on Series X.
3. Blades of Fire



Release Date: May 22, 2025 | Developer: Crimson Anvil Studio
This one’s a fresh IP to watch. Blades of Fire mixes souls-style combat with a rich open-world fantasy about cursed knights.
You explore burning cities, frozen wastelands, and ancient cathedrals teeming with corruption.
Each sword you forge changes gameplay entirely — ignite enemies, freeze bosses, or drain life for defense.
Its dynamic lighting and hand-painted environments make every battle cinematic and intense.
Think Elden Ring meets Dark Souls, but with its own fiery personality.
4. Hollow Knight: Silksong



Release Date: September 4, 2025 | Developer: Team Cherry (Australia)
Our homegrown Aussie studio is back with a gorgeous sequel. Silksong lets you play as Hornet through fast, fluid 2D battles.
There are 150 new enemy types, new cities, and an expanded quest system with multiple endings.
The soundtrack and hand-drawn animation remain jaw-dropping, and movement feels like a ballet of precision and grace.
For Australian gamers, it’s a point of national pride and one of the year’s most beautiful adventures.
5. Rugby League 26



Release Date: July 17, 2025 | Developer: Big Ant Studios (Australia)
Big Ant Z (Rugby League 26) returns to deliver the most authentic rugby simulation yet for Xbox.
You can play through the entire NRL season with real-world teams and stadiums like Accor and Suncorp.
Physics are reworked so tackles look real and every pass feels weighty and strategic.
Career mode introduces training camps, contracts, and press events that mirror the sport’s intensity.
For Aussies, this is as close as you get to game-day glory without stepping on the field.
Upcoming Xbox Games 2025 Australia — FAQs
Q1: Will any of these be Game Pass titles? ▼
Q2: Do we get global launch dates? ▼
Q3: Are they Series X-only? ▼
Q4: Is physical pre-order available locally? ▼
Q5: Which one has the strongest story? ▼
Five games, five reasons to keep your Xbox ready. 2025 is huge for Aussie gamers — don’t miss a single release.