Get ready for an exciting showcase as Xbox’s Developer_Direct returns on January 23, 2025, spotlighting some of the most eagerly awaited games of the year, including a mysterious title yet to be unveiled. Dive into the details of this upcoming event and discover what games are set to steal the show!
Xbox Developer Direct Returns On January 23rd
With Three Highly-Anticipated and One Unnamed Games
Xbox has announced the return of Developer_Direct, set to kick off in January. This event will showcase an impressive lineup of games slated for release on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass.
The Developer_Direct will be presented directly by the game developers, offering viewers an in-depth look at upcoming titles, the creative process behind them, and the teams bringing them to life. The event will feature four games, one of which is a surprise reveal. The confirmed games are:
- South of Midnight by Compulsion Games
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive
- DOOM: The Dark Ages by id Software
- Plus one surprise game from an unnamed studio
Mark your calendars and tune into Xbox’s official channels at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK on Thursday, January 23, 2025, to catch all the action.
A Closer Look at Xbox Direct’s Featured Games
South of Midnight
Embark on an enchanting journey with South of Midnight, an action-adventure game where you play as Hazel, on a mission to rescue her mother and heal a fractured world. After a devastating hurricane hits her hometown of Prospero, Hazel finds herself in a mystical realm in the American South.
In this world, Hazel must confront and subdue mythical creatures without any combat experience. To succeed, she must master the art of "Weaving," a unique form of magic that allows her to manipulate the fabric of the universe into practical forms.
South of Midnight is slated for release in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Step into the fantastical world of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG where the enigmatic Paintress erases people by painting a number on a monolith, causing anyone of that age to vanish. Join Gustave and Lune on their quest to halt the Paintress and save their loved ones from her destructive cycle.
This game revamps traditional turn-based combat by introducing real-time mechanics, enabling characters to dodge or land critical hits strategically. Follow a vibrant cast of characters on the 33rd expedition to break the cycle of death.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is set to launch in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Steam, and the Epic Store.
DOOM: The Dark Ages
Prepare for intense action in DOOM: The Dark Ages, a single-player first-person shooter that transports you to a techno-medieval past. As the DOOM Slayer, engage in a relentless war against the forces of hell using a versatile arsenal, including a throwable shield with razor blades and an array of guns.
Serving as a prequel to DOOM (2016), this game explores the origins of the DOOM Slayer, potentially revealing how he ended up encased in a sarcophagus discovered in hell.
DOOM: The Dark Ages is scheduled for release in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Steam.
The Mystery Game
Xbox has teased a surprise game for the upcoming Developer_Direct, keeping all details under wraps. Fans will have to tune in to the event on January 23 to uncover what this mysterious title could be. The anticipation is building, and the wait is almost over!
