Xbox Developer Direct Set for January 23 with Major Game Reveals

The showcase will feature new details on Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and a surprise game announcement.

The Xbox Developer Direct will stream live on January 23, 2025, at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. UK on Xbox's official channels, including YouTube and Twitch.
Doom: The Dark Ages, a prequel to the modern Doom series, will be fully revealed, showcasing a medieval-inspired setting and the origin story of the Doom Slayer.
Compulsion Games will provide a deep dive into South of Midnight, an action-adventure game rooted in Southern folklore, featuring a protagonist navigating mythological challenges in the Deep South.
Sandfall Interactive will discuss the creation of their turn-based RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which draws inspiration from Golden Sun and Chrono Trigger while innovating with modern gameplay features.
A brand-new game from an undisclosed studio will be unveiled, with speculation surrounding its identity, though no official details have been confirmed.