A reliable insider suggests Xbox may announce a Developer Direct presentation for 2025 tomorrow, January 10th. These showcases typically offer in-depth looks at upcoming first-party Xbox games, and given Xbox's strong 2025 lineup, a Developer Direct announcement seems plausible.
The inaugural Xbox Developer Direct, held in January 2023, notably included the surprise release of Tango Gameworks' Hi-Fi Rush. The unique format features individual studios presenting their games, providing detailed insights into development, mechanics, and core concepts. A similar event in January 2024 highlighted titles like Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Avowed.
Further fueling speculation, a recent tweet from a known Game Pass leaker, eXtas1s, hints at a Developer Direct announcement tomorrow, potentially for a showcase on Thursday, January 23rd. This aligns with a recent statement by Microsoft insider Jez Corden, who predicted an imminent announcement.
Potential Games for the January 2025 Developer Direct:
The 2025 lineup could make this Developer Direct the most substantial 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)
Following a relatively quiet period since summer 2024, id Software may use the event to unveil new details on Doom: The Dark Ages. The Outer Worlds 2 could receive a release date and in-depth gameplay reveal, while Avowed might get a final trailer before its February 14th, 2025 launch. South of Midnight and Fable are also strong contenders for extended showcases and release date confirmations. The rumored Oblivion remake adds further weight to the anticipation.
Xbox's success in the latter half of 2024, with releases like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and STALKER 2, sets a high bar. 2025 promises even more, making this Developer Direct a highly anticipated event to shape the year's gaming landscape.
