Microsoft will host a new Xbox Developer Direct showcase later today or tonight depending on the region, focusing on a handful of specific upcoming titles including DOOM: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and a mystery game that will be unveiled at the event. Here’s when and where you can watch the showcase as well as what to expect going in.
The description provided by Xbox under the livestream video reads, “Welcome to Developer Direct 2025, a behind the scenes look at new gameplay, features and the latest info for some of the biggest games coming to Xbox in 2025. You’ll hear straight from the game creators at id Software, Compulsion Games, Sandfall Interactive, and a surprise studio for a game that we’re excited to unveil.”
When and Where to Watch Xbox Developer Direct January 2025
When to Watch
The Xbox Developer Direct for January 2025 is set to take place today, 23 January at 8PM CAT locally or 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 6PM GMT. The broadcasts tends to last for around 45 minutes, so expect a decent deep dive into the aforementioned upcoming titles.
Where to Watch
You’ll be able to watch the Xbox Developer Direct for January 2025 in a few places, namely Xbox’s official YouTube and Twitch accounts. We’ve also embedded the livestream below for your convenience, which is currently counting down to the time.
As for what to expect, there’s a good chance that we’ll get a release date for DOOM: The Dark Ages. In fact, the release date was seemingly leaked yesterday ahead of the showcase. Additionally, reports claim that the mystery game set to be unveiled tonight comes from a legendary Japanese IP, leading many to suspect that it’s Persona 6, Dragon Quest 12 or a new Nier game. Others believe we’re getting an announcement for a new Ninja Gaiden game. We’re only a few hours away so we’ll know soon.