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Microsoft Revives Xbox FanFest With Global Tour Tied to June Showcase

The tour signals a community push for Xbox’s 25th year.

Overview

  • Microsoft, which detailed the plan Thursday, will take Xbox FanFest on a worldwide tour after returning it alongside the June 7 Xbox Games Showcase.
  • Los Angeles hosts the flagship event on June 7 with a follow-on Gears of War: E‑Day Direct broadcast.
  • Additional FanFest stops will roll out through the year in Cologne, London, Mexico City, Seattle, Sydney, Tokyo, and Toronto, with more locations possible.
  • Each stop will feature local, in-person experiences that connect players with each other and with game developers, with full programming and dates still to come.
  • Fans should watch the official FanFest site for tickets and details, while Windows Central reports a ticket lottery linked to the Showcase is already live.