Microsoft's Xbox division announced its return to Gamescom 2025 with a lineup featuring over 20 playable titles, including the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong. Attendees will have the first public hands-on opportunity to experience the game demo on PC and the new ROG Xbox Ally handheld devices, including the ROG Xbox Ally X. The event will also showcase a theater experience for The Outer Worlds 2 and feature live broadcasts from the show floor on August 20 and 21. Xbox's presence at Gamescom marks a significant engagement with the gaming community, offering both playable demos and hardware showcases.