Xbox Mystery Game Reveal Set for January 23

Summary

Xbox's Developer Direct next week will showcase four games, with the fourth game's identity remaining a mystery. Hints suggest this mystery game is a new entry in a legendary Japanese franchise. Speculation includes possibilities like Resident Evil, Persona, and a new Ninja Gaiden, but the actual reveal could surprise us.

Xbox's third annual Developer Direct, airing next week, continues the tradition started in January 2023. These Directs offer developers a platform to connect directly with fans, showcasing upcoming titles. The first Direct famously saw the surprise release of Hi-Fi Rush, establishing the event's reputation. Last year's event featured Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, and a presentation from Square Enix showcasing Visions of Mana.

This year's Direct, on Thursday, January 23rd, will highlight Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The fourth, unannounced game, is the source of much anticipation. Fans have speculated about titles like Fable, The Outer Worlds 2, and Gears of War: E-Day.

Jez Corden of Windows Central offered insight, describing the mystery game as a "new entry in a legendary Japanese IP with decades of history." This suggests the game isn't from Xbox's first-party studios.

While Square Enix's presence at last year's Direct might suggest a return with a new Final Fantasy title, current partnerships and recent releases make this unlikely.

Other strong contenders include Capcom's Resident Evil (though typically revealed at PlayStation events), Sega's Persona (given Xbox's marketing partnership with Sega for Metaphor: ReFantazio), and a potential Ninja Gaiden revival from Team Ninja, considering the franchise's history with Xbox.

Despite the exciting possibilities, the true identity of the fourth game remains speculation. Viewers should tune into Xbox's Developer Direct on Thursday, January 23rd, to learn more about South of Midnight, Doom: The Dark Ages, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and finally unveil the mystery game.