Upcoming Xbox Event Features Major Japanese Franchise Reveal

Xbox's Developer Direct event next week will showcase four upcoming titles, with one being a carefully guarded secret. The mystery title appears to be a brand-new installment in a storied Japanese franchise with decades of heritage.

Possible Contenders for the Mystery Game

The gaming community has been abuzz with speculation about which legendary IP might make an appearance. Potential candidates include:

• A potential Resident Evil 9 announcement
• The long-awaited Persona 6 reveal
• A Ninja Gaiden revival from Team Ninja

Industry analysts note that Square Enix seems unlikely to participate given their recent PlayStation collaborations and recent Final Fantasy releases.

What We Know About Developer Direct 2025

The confirmed lineup includes:

1. Doom: The Dark Ages
2. South of Midnight
3. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
4. The mystery Japanese franchise game

Event Details

The Developer Direct streams live on Thursday, January 23. The event maintains its reputation for surprise announcements following the successful shadow drop of Hi-Fi Rush in 2023.

While fan hopes run high for appearances from franchises like Fable or The Outer Worlds 2, the insider information strongly suggests a Japanese-developed title.