Summary
- Microsoft has announced a new Xbox Developer Direct for January 23, 2025.
- This will be the third annual event under the Xbox Developer Direct branding.
- Confirmed games to be featured include Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Doom: The Dark Ages, and South of Midnight.
Microsoft has officially announced the next installment of its Xbox Developer Direct, scheduled for January 23, 2025. This event marks the first Xbox game showcase of the year and continues the tradition of providing in-depth looks at upcoming titles.
The Xbox Developer Direct series began in January 2023, with a second event following in January 2024. Staying true to this annual pattern, the 2025 Xbox Developer Direct is set to take place on January 23 at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT. The event was rumored to be announced on January 9, which has now been confirmed.
Xbox Developer Direct 2025 Details
- Date: January 23, 2025, at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT
- Platforms: Available on YouTube and Twitch
- Confirmed Games:
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - A turn-based RPG from Sandfall Interactive, set for a 2025 release and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
- Doom: The Dark Ages - Developed by id Software, this title was announced in June 2024 and is rumored for a mid-2025 launch. A demo was available at QuakeCon 2024.
- South of Midnight - An action-adventure game from Compulsion Games, known for Contrast and We Happy Few. Announced in June 2023, it's still awaiting a release date.
While these three titles are confirmed, fans should expect more surprises during the event. Previous Xbox Developer Directs have lasted over 40 minutes and showcased multiple games, suggesting that additional titles could be revealed. For instance, the 2024 event featured games like Avowed, Ara: History Untold, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, and Visions of Mana.
