Xbox January Developer Direct Will Reveal a Surprise Game

Xbox Developer Direct 2025: Unveiling a Surprise Game and More!

Mark your calendars! Xbox's Developer Direct is returning on January 23rd, 2025, promising a thrilling showcase of highly anticipated 2025 titles, including a completely unannounced game. Read on for a preview of the event's featured games!

The January 23rd Xbox Developer Direct

Xbox is bringing back its Developer Direct, spotlighting a stellar lineup of games destined for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass. Developed by the game creators themselves, the Direct will provide in-depth looks at upcoming games, their development, and the teams behind them. Four games are confirmed, with one remaining a mystery!

The games confirmed for the showcase include:

• South of Midnight (Compulsion Games)
• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Sandfall Interactive)
• DOOM: The Dark Ages (id Software)
• An unannounced surprise game!

The event will stream across Xbox's official channels at 10 AM Pacific / 1 PM Eastern / 6 PM UK time on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025.

A Closer Look at the Announced Games

South of Midnight

This action-adventure game thrusts players into the role of Hazel, embarking on a quest to save her mother and mend a shattered world. Following a devastating hurricane in her hometown of Prospero, Hazel finds herself in a mystical realm of the American South, facing mythical creatures. Without combat skills, she must master the art of "Weaving," a form of magic, to reshape the universe and overcome these challenges. South of Midnight is slated for release in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Step into the fantasy world of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG with a unique twist. Each year, the Paintress wipes out a generation by marking a monolith. Join Gustave and Lune as they strive to halt the Paintress's destructive actions and rescue their loved ones. The game blends classic turn-based combat with real-time elements, allowing for strategic dodging and critical hits. Prepare for an adventure with a vibrant cast of characters as the 33rd expedition attempts to break the cycle of death. Launching in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Steam, and the Epic Store.

DOOM: The Dark Ages

Journey back in time with DOOM: The Dark Ages, a single-player first-person shooter. Witness the DOOM Slayer's relentless war against hell's forces in a techno-medieval setting. Equip a throwable, bladed shield and an arsenal of weapons to annihilate demonic hordes. Serving as a prequel to Doom (2016), this game may reveal the origins of the Slayer's sarcophagus discovery in hell. Set for release in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Steam.

The Enigmatic Fourth Game

Xbox has kept the fourth game under wraps, promising a surprise reveal. No clues have been offered, adding to the anticipation. Tune in on January 23rd to uncover this mystery!