Xbox's Developer_Direct returns January 23rd, 2025, showcasing a thrilling lineup of 2025's most anticipated games, including a mystery title. This article provides details on the event and the revealed games.
Xbox Developer_Direct: January 23rd, 2025
The Developer_Direct will feature an in-depth look at upcoming titles, their development, and creators. Four games will be highlighted, one of which remains a surprise.
The confirmed titles are:
- South of Midnight (Compulsion Games): An action-adventure game set in a mystical American South, where players follow Hazel's journey to rescue her mother and mend a fractured world. Hazel must master "Weaving," a form of magic, to overcome mythical creatures. Releasing in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Sandfall Interactive): A turn-based RPG with real-time combat mechanics. Players join Gustave and Lune in their quest to stop the Paintress, a being who erases people annually. Launching in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Steam, and the Epic Store.
- DOOM: The Dark Ages (id Software): A single-player first-person shooter prequel to Doom (2016). Set in a techno-medieval world, the Doom Slayer battles hellish forces using a variety of weapons and a throwable shield. Releasing in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Steam.
- Unnamed Surprise Game: Xbox is keeping this title under wraps until the event.
The Developer_Direct will stream across Xbox's official channels at 10 am Pacific / 1 pm Eastern / 6 pm UK on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025. Don't miss the reveal of the mystery game and further details on the already announced titles!
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