An Xbox Developer Direct presentation for 2025 may be announced tomorrow, according to a reliable insider. These showcases typically offer in-depth previews of upcoming Xbox first-party games, featuring insights directly from the development teams.
The inaugural Xbox Developer Direct, held in January 2023, memorably included the surprise release of Tango Gameworks' Hi-Fi Rush. Unlike traditional presentations, the Developer Direct format allows individual studios to present their games, providing detailed looks at development processes, mechanics, and core concepts. A second Developer Direct in January 2024 highlighted titles such as Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Avowed.
Given Xbox's strong 2025 first-party game lineup, another Developer Direct is highly anticipated. A recent tweet from a known Game Pass leaker, eXtas1s, hints at a potential announcement tomorrow, January 9th, with a suggested date of Thursday, January 23rd for the presentation itself. This aligns with a recent statement from Microsoft insider Jez Corden, who predicted an imminent announcement.
Potential Games for the January 2025 Developer Direct:
The 2025 lineup could make this the largest Developer Direct yet. Several highly anticipated titles are likely candidates:
- Avowed
- Doom: The Dark Ages
- Fable
- South of Midnight
- The Outer Worlds 2
- The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remake (rumored)
id Software's silence since summer 2024 suggests a potential unveiling of Doom: The Dark Ages. Obsidian's The Outer Worlds 2 might receive a release date and in-depth gameplay reveal. Avowed could get a final trailer before its February 14th, 2025 launch. South of Midnight and Fable, both long-awaited, could also benefit from extended showcases and release date confirmations. Furthermore, an Unreal Engine 5 remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is rumored.
Following a successful second half of 2024 with releases like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and STALKER 2, Xbox's 2025 looks even more promising. The upcoming Developer Direct will be crucial in setting the stage for the year ahead.
