Xbox January Developer Direct Unveils Surprise Game

Get ready for an exciting showcase as Xbox’s Developer_Direct returns on January 23, 2025, promising a lineup of highly anticipated games for the year, including a mysterious title yet to be revealed. Dive into the details of the event and the featured games below!

Xbox Developer Direct Returns On January 23rd

With Three Highly-Anticipated and One Unnamed Games

Xbox has announced the return of Developer_Direct in January, set to showcase the most eagerly awaited games coming to Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass. This event will be uniquely presented by the game developers themselves, offering an in-depth look at the upcoming titles, their development process, and the creative minds behind them. The lineup includes four games, with one being a surprise reveal. The confirmed titles 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 in on Xbox’s official channels at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

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 quest to save her mother and mend a shattered world. After a devastating hurricane hits her hometown of Prospero, Hazel finds herself in a mystical version of the American South, facing mythical creatures. With no prior combat skills, Hazel must master the art of "Weaving," a magical technique that manipulates the fabric of the universe.

South of Midnight is slated for release in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Dive into the world of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG set in a fantastical realm where the Paintress annually erases people by painting a number on a monolith, causing those of that age to vanish. Join Gustave and Lune on their mission to halt the Paintress and break the cycle of death. The game introduces innovative turn-based combat with real-time elements, allowing for strategic dodging and critical hits. Set out with a vibrant cast of characters on the 33rd expedition to end this deadly cycle.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will launch in 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Steam, and the Epic Store.

DOOM: The Dark Ages

Step into the past with DOOM: The Dark Ages, a single-player first-person shooter that explores the origins of the DOOM Slayer in a techno-medieval setting. Armed with a throwable shield equipped with razor blades and an arsenal of guns, you'll battle the forces of hell. This prequel to Doom (2016) may shed light on how the Slayer ended up in a sarcophagus in hell.

DOOM: The Dark Ages is set to 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 fans on the edge of their seats with no hints or further details. Stay tuned to the event on January 23 to uncover what this mysterious title might be. The wait won't be long!