Xbox's Surprise Game to be Unveiled at January Developer Direct

Xbox's Developer_Direct returns on January 23rd, 2025, promising a thrilling showcase of highly anticipated 2025 titles, including a mystery game. This article provides a preview of the event and its featured games.

Xbox Developer_Direct: January 23rd, 2025

The Developer_Direct will feature an in-depth look at four upcoming games, with one remaining a surprise reveal. Game developers will present their titles, detailing development processes and creative teams. The event will air across Xbox's official channels at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK time.

Featured Games:

• South of Midnight (Compulsion Games): This action-adventure game plunges players into a mystical American South where Hazel must harness magic ("Weaving") to battle mythical creatures and rescue her mother from a ravaged world. Release: 2025 (Xbox Series X|S, Steam).

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Sandfall Interactive): A turn-based RPG with real-time combat mechanics. Players join Gustave and Lune as they attempt to thwart the Paintress, a being who erases people annually. Release: 2025 (Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Steam, 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, battling hellish forces with new weaponry, including a throwable bladed shield. Release: 2025 (Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Steam).

• The Surprise Game: Xbox is keeping this title under wraps, promising a completely unannounced game.

Mark your calendars for January 23rd, 2025, to witness the full reveal! The event promises a compelling lineup of games coming to Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass.