Microsoft E3 Press Conference 2017 Recap

Microsoft E3 Press Conference 2017 Recap

Microsoft's E3 2017 press conference showed off a massive list of 42 games, including 22 with some form of Xbox One console exclusivity. The line-up included a mix of big new AAA franchises, sequels, and smaller games.

First up was the reveal of the Project Scorpio 

(Xbox One X)  

Project Scorpio's official name is the Xbox One X. Kareem Choudhry, Head of Xbox Software Engineering, took the stage to talk Xbox One X specs, compatibility, features, the Scorpio engine, and the release date.

The Xbox One X launches worldwide on November 7, 2017 for $499.

Original Xbox (The OG Disc will work) backward compatibility and free 4K updates

Perhaps one of the biggest announcements was that the Xbox backward compatibility program is expanding to original Xbox titles later this year. Old Xbox games will get a performance boost on new consoles. (Update) You will be able to link! Your Xbox One X and 360 and Xbox OG for lain play! 

According to Phil Spencer, 4K updates for 30 Xbox One games, including Gears of War 4, Forza Horizon 3, Killer Instinct, Halo Wars 2, Minecraft, and third-party titles like Resident Evil 7 and Rocket League, will also be available for free.

Next up was 

Forza Motorsport 7 

Microsoft has announced Forza Motorsport 7 at its E3 2017 press conference, and it'll be available on October 3 for Xbox One and Windows PC with over 700 cars.

Next up was a nice surprise 

Metro Exodus 

 The Xbox One X. A follow-up to Metro: Last Light, Metro Exodus is coming in 2018

Next up was my personal favorite

Assassin's Creed Origins 

Journey into Ancient Egypt, the most mysterious place in history, during a crucial period that will shape the world. Discover the secrets behind the Great Pyramids, forgotten myths, the last pharaohs, and – engraved in long-lost hieroglyphics – the origin story of the Assassin’s Brotherhood.

Assassin's Creed Origins Will be released October 27 2017

For the last four years, the team behind the acclaimed Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag® has been focused on crafting a new beginning for the franchise. Fight in a completely new way where you transition seamlessly between unique ranged and melee weapons, and take on multiple enemies at once. Choose your Assassin skills while exploring the full country of Ancient Egypt, engaging in multiple quests and gripping stories along a journey that will change civilization.

Next up was State of Decay 2 trailer and release window

Microsoft first announced State of Decay 2 in June 2016. This zombie-infested sequel is slated to launch on Xbox One and PC in spring 2018.

Next was The Darwin Project 

The Darwin Project is reinventing the battle royale sub-genre. It challenges players to survive the cold and fight to the death in a treacherous, snow-covered arena. In the Darwin Project the environment is as dangerous as the players themselves.

Next up was PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds!

Xbox One console launch exclusive will be coming out later this year.

Next up was a new Dragon Ball game! 

Dragon Ball Fighter Z

Not a lot of info was shared.. Really it was just this trailer

Next up was Minecraft 2! (ok not really) but new Minecraft Cross Platform Play and more

Mojang has announced a new update coming to Minecraft this summer, that will unify the Nintendo Switch and Xbox One with mobile and Windows 10 PC versions of the game.

The Better Together update will bring these two platforms into the Bedrock Engine family for the game, an engine designed for cross-platform play. Players across Switch, Xbox One, Windows, and mobile devices can play together. That means cross-console play will be available for players between Microsoft and Nintendo consoles. Saved data, purchased content, and world progress will transfer over from the older versions of the game to the new one.

When it comes to platform specific content, such as the Switch and Wii U Super Mario Mash-Up Pack, a representative for the Minecraft team said “We are still working out [if platform-specific content will be available to a player on all platforms] and hope to have more details on that as we get closer to launch.”

Minecraft will also get a 4K update this fall, as will the Super Duper Graphics Pack.

The Minecraft team is also looking into including the PlayStation 4 as part of this shared, cross-platform ecosystem for Minecraft, but has nothing to announce regarding concrete plans at this time (BY JONATHON DORNBUSH)

Next up was Black Desert 

The PC MMORPG, is headed to Xbox One in early 2018.

Next up The Last Night 

was revealed in a new trailer

Xbox One console launch exclusive. The Last Night lets you explore a two-dimensional cyberpunk open world, built with four unique districts each with distinct architecture, cultures and industries. Experience action and infiltration gameplay in the great tradition of cinematic platformers and travel between districts using taxis, ferries, or monorail while trying to keep a low profile and remain undetected. Meet a diverse, inclusive cast of complex characters to interact with through meaningful, branching dialogue and enjoy varied gameplay such as driving down epic highways, flying drones, and hacking droids to do your dirty work

Next was The Artful Escape 

Xbox One console launch exclusive. The Artful Escape of Francis Vendetti is a video game about great expectations, famous folk singers, lingering shadows, space Gods, hallucinogens, individuality, reptile shops, and wild imaginations. It's an action, adventure, exploration, narrative driven, musical-laser-light-battle kind of game and is the debut of release from Beethoven & Dinosaur.

Are you still with us?! 

Next up was Code Vein

Code Vein, Bandai Namco's dystopian, vampire-themed action RPG, is headed to Xbox One in 2018.

Next we got Sea of Thieves gameplay reveal

Xbox One and Windows 10 exclusive. Shipwrecks and skirmishes, skeletons and storms: join us on this voyage across the Sea of Thieves for a taste of the treasure hunting adventures that lie ahead!

Next up Tacoma gets a release date

August 2nd

Next was Super Lucky's Tale

Xbox One console exclusive. "Super Lucky's Tale" is a playground platformer for all ages. Join Lucky, the ever-optimistic, energetic, and lovable hero on his quest to find his inner strength and help his beloved sister rescue the Book of Ages from Jinx. Jinx, the scheming and mysterious villain, is trying to reshape the world...but for what reason?

Official announce trailer for Super Lucky’s Tale. Coming November 7, 2017. Super Lucky’s Tale is a 4K UHD, Xbox One X Enhanced, Xbox Play Anywhere title.

Next Cuphead finally gets a release date

September 29 on Xbox One and PC.

Xbox One console exclusive also coming to Windows 10. Cuphead is a classic run and gun action game heavily focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s.

Next up was Crackdown 3

Coming out November 7

Xbox One and Windows 10 exclusive. CRACKDOWN 3 OFFICIAL E3 2017 TRAILER. Step up your BOOM! Suit up and throw down as a superpowered agent on a mission to take back the city. Terry Crews as Commander Jaxon wants you to join in on the open world mayhem, dropping November 7, 2017.

Next Ashen was revealed for Xbox One

Xbox One console launch exclusive. Ashen is an action role-playing game is about a wanderer in search of a place to call home. There is no sun, and the only natural light comes from eruptions that cover the land in ash. This is a world where nothing lasts, no matter how tightly you cling to it. At its core, Ashen is about forging relationships. Players can guide those they trust to their camp — together, you might just stand a chance.

Almost done! Hang in there

Life Is Strange: Before the Storm 

releasing August 31, 2017.

Not a lot of info was given

Next was Deep Rock Galactic

Xbox One console launch exclusive. In Deep Rock Galactic, join a team of badass space dwarves in this stylish one to four player co-op first-person shooter. Fight, dig and explore your way through enormous procedurally generated cave systems, uncover the riches, and make it out alive.

Next was another nice surprise 

Ori and the Will of the Wisps

Xbox One and Windows 10 exclusive. From the creators of the multi-award winning "Ori and the Blind Forest" comes the highly anticipated sequel: "Ori and the Will of the Wisps.” Embark on an all new adventure to discover the mysteries beyond the forest of Nibel, uncover the hidden truths of those lost, and unravel Ori's true destiny.

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And Last but not least 

Anthem gameplay demo was revealed

In Anthem, a new shared-world action-RPG from EA's BioWare studio, team up with friends as Freelancers—the bold few with the courage to leave civilization behind and explore a landscape of primeval beauty.

Wield an arsenal of Javelin exosuits, each equipped with unique weapons and abilities. Band together with friends, confront the dangers you find, and grow in power with every step.