Xbox's Developer_Direct returns January 23rd, 2025, showcasing highly anticipated 2025 titles, including a mystery game! This in-depth look at upcoming games will feature developers themselves, providing insights into game creation.
January 23rd Developer_Direct Lineup:
The event will highlight four games:
- South of Midnight (Compulsion Games): An action-adventure game set in a mystical American South. Players, as Hazel, will learn magic ("Weaving") to combat mythical creatures after a hurricane transports her to another world. Launching in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Sandfall Interactive): A turn-based RPG with real-time combat mechanics. Follow Gustave and Lune as they attempt to stop the Paintress, a being who erases people annually. Launching in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Steam, and Epic Store.
- DOOM: The Dark Ages (id Software): A prequel to Doom (2016), this single-player FPS casts players as the Doom Slayer in a techno-medieval setting. Expect intense combat with new weaponry, including a throwable bladed shield. Launching in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Steam.
- Unnamed Surprise Game: Details remain shrouded in mystery! Tune in to discover this unannounced title.
Tune in: Thursday, January 23rd, 2025 at 10 AM Pacific / 1 PM Eastern / 6 PM UK on official Xbox channels. Don't miss the reveals!