The highly anticipated Xbox Digital Broadcast is returning to the Tokyo Game Show on September 21st at 6 pm JST / 9 am UTC / 2 am PDT. This annual event is a special occasion for gaming enthusiasts across Japan and Asia, where Xbox shares exciting news and updates on their latest games and offerings.
Gamers and fans can look forward to many updates from Xbox and Bethesda Softworks, focusing on titles crafted by talented developers from Japan and various parts of Asia. Additionally, viewers can expect exciting news about upcoming games joining the ever-expanding Xbox Game Pass library, which continues to amass diverse content from teams throughout Asia.
This year’s broadcast will be easily accessible, with streaming options available on Tokyo Game Show’s official YouTube channel and select Xbox social media platforms. The event will be available in multiple languages, including Japanese, English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, French, German, and Castilian Spanish. It will also cater to accessibility needs, featuring Japanese Sign Language (JSL), Australian Sign Language (AusLan), and audio descriptions in Japanese and English. A comprehensive list of streaming options will be released the week of the show.
Tokyo Game Show always gives out a distinctive Japan-inspired ambiance; this year’s event is no exception. It showcases a harmonious blend of Xbox and Japanese cultural elements, featuring the Xbox Nexus and Xbox Series X console alongside the iconic Maneki-neko (beckoning cat). These symbols are set against the backdrop of Mount Fuji, surrounded by cosmos flowers and a traditional Japanese lantern, to bestow good luck upon all players, whether they are watching the broadcast online or attending the Makuhari Messe in person.
Tokyo Game Show 2023 will take place at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba City, Japan this September 23 to 24 for the public.