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An exclusive interview with the head of Xbox Game Studios explains why Developer Direct signals a broader cross‑platform strategy, including Xbox games reaching PS5, and reflects on the hard lessons of 2025 about balancing exclusivity with a wider player base and a growing ecosystem.
Microsoft Store launches a Dev Direct sale with up to 80% off on Xbox Game Studios titles ahead of tomorrow's Xbox Developer Direct showcase; deals run through February 2 and include classics like Alan Wake and Jade Empire, with most titles also available on Game Pass.
A leaked in-game announcement and corroborating reports suggest Forza Horizon 6 will launch on May 19, 2026, with four days of early access for Premium Edition buyers starting May 15, ahead of an Xbox Developer Direct; the game is set in Japan and will debut on PC and Xbox Series X|S before a PS5 release.
A secret fourth game is rumored to be part of the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct, described as a promising indie title from a third-party publisher, with additional speculation about Fable's development for PS5. The event is scheduled for January 22nd, and more details are expected to emerge.
Microsoft's Xbox is celebrating its 25th anniversary throughout 2026, starting with the upcoming Developer Direct showcase on January 22nd, where new games like Fable and Forza Horizon 6 will be featured, along with the reveal of the 'Xbox 25' logo.
A poll asks fans to rank their excitement for upcoming Xbox games revealed at the Developer Direct, including Fable, Forza Horizon 6, Beast of Reincarnation, and a mysterious fourth game, highlighting high anticipation and potential surprises.
An industry insider suggests there will be a secret fourth game at the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct on January 22, 2026, although few details are known and the insider personally isn't excited about the potential game. Previous years have featured surprise titles, and rumors hint at possible new projects from Microsoft's teams, but nothing is confirmed yet.
Microsoft announced the Xbox Developer Direct 2026 for January 22nd, featuring gameplay reveals for Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation, with potential surprises, all to be streamed live.
Fans speculate that a new Quake game may be in the works after spotting a possible reference to "Quake 6" in Microsoft's Developer Direct presentation. While not confirmed, the presence of the Quake symbol and the number "6" on a whiteboard has sparked curiosity. The showcase also featured the announcement of Indiana Jones and The Great Circle from MachineGames and the highly anticipated Hellblade 2 from Ninja Theory.
Microsoft's Xbox Developer Direct showcased four exclusive games for 2024, including Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Ara: History Untold, and Avowed. The event received positive feedback, with a poll showing 1608 responses, indicating that many found the showing to be excellent or good. Fans are particularly excited about the games revealed and are looking forward to their release.
Xbox's latest Developer Direct showcase was well-received, featuring the official reveal of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, along with other exciting projects. Phil Spencer praised the teams and the format of the event, while Xbox's Aaron Greenberg also expressed appreciation for the showcase, which highlighted upcoming games from Xbox's studios and surprise guest Square Enix. The showcase continues to provide insight into the inner workings of Xbox's best studios and third-party partners, contributing to the popularization of this model in the gaming industry.
The January 2024 Xbox Developer Direct showcased updates and news for upcoming games including Avowed, Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, Visions of Mana, Ara: History Untold, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, providing Xbox fans with exciting details in a 50-minute show.
Microsoft's Xbox Developer Direct showcased first looks and release news for highly anticipated titles, including MachineGames' Indiana Jones with a confirmed 2024 release, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 set for May, Obsidian's Avowed launching this autumn, Square Enix's Visions of Mana arriving this summer, and Oxide Games' Ara: History Untold coming to PC in the autumn.
Xbox's Developer Direct showcase in 2024 will feature news about Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, Avowed, and the debut of MachineGames’ Indiana Jones video game, with more than 10 minutes of game and developer insights. Rumors about Hi-Fi Rush and Sea of Thieves going multi-platform may be confirmed, and news on Final Fantasy XIV's availability on Xbox may be announced. However, no updates on Activision Blizzard are expected. Ninja Theory shared updates on Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, set to launch on May 21st, while Obsidian's Avowed will be out sometime in the fall. Microsoft is reportedly considering bringing Xbox exclusives to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch following recent comments from its CEO and CFO.
The Xbox Developer Direct, Microsoft's first game showcase of 2024, will take place today at 3PM ET, featuring a first look at MachineGames' Indiana Jones project, as well as updates on Avowed, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, and Ara: History Untold. While no new game releases are expected during the showcase, fans can also tune in for a Diablo IV Developer Update and a look at Elder Scrolls Online's next major chapter.