Xbox January Developer Direct Will Reveal a Surprise Game

Xbox's Developer_Direct returns January 23rd, 2025, showcasing highly anticipated titles for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass. This developer-led event promises in-depth looks at game creation and the teams behind them. Four games will be featured, including a surprise reveal.

Featured Games:

• South of Midnight (Compulsion Games): An action-adventure set in a mystical American South, where players, as Hazel, must master magic ("Weaving") to combat mythical creatures and rescue her mother. 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 to thwart 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 prequel to Doom (2016), this single-player FPS casts players as the Doom Slayer in a techno-medieval setting, battling hellish forces. Expect a throwable bladed shield and an arsenal of weaponry. Releasing in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Steam.

• Mystery Game: Xbox is keeping this fourth title under wraps, promising a complete surprise reveal during the event.

Tune in to Xbox's official channels at 10 AM Pacific / 1 PM Eastern / 6 PM UK on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025, to witness all the announcements.