Xbox will not have an official Wrapped in 2025: here are the reasons

The company prioritizes a major historical celebration and reduces community events this year.

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Xbox won’t be releasing an official activity summary like Wrapped in 2025. This is according to Windows Central, which points to a strategic decision: Microsoft is allegedly reserving budget and resources to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Xbox in 2026 in style.

Although Wrapped had become a staple event for the community, there won’t be an official edition this year. According to the outlet, the adjustment isn’t due to a lack of interest, but rather a shift in priorities ahead of a crucial year for the brand and several of its most important franchises.

Xbox is gearing up for a massive 2026 with several historic anniversaries

• According to sources cited by Windows Central, the marketing budget for community events in 2025 has been deliberately reduced, with some of those resources being allocated to 2026. Xbox Wrapped was part of the package of initiatives that have been left out this year.

The report also notes that 2026 will be particularly significant not only due to the 25th anniversary of Xbox, but also because of other major milestones within the Microsoft ecosystem, such as the 25th anniversary of Halo, Blizzard’s 35th anniversary, and Bethesda’s 40th anniversary. Everything points to a calendar packed with celebrations, announcements, and special actions.

Microsoft has “very big” plans for 2026, and the reduced community activity in 2025 would be the price to pay for a stronger presence next year. A decision that may leave a bittersweet taste now, but anticipates an especially ambitious anniversary for the Xbox brand.