Microsoft has announced the return of its Developer Direct showcase, and confirmed what fans can expect to see — including a brand new game from a mystery studio.

Jan. 9 (UPI) -- Microsoft will host its first Xbox Developer_ Direct of 2025 on Jan. 23. The program offers players previews of new video games coming to Xbox Series X/S, PC and Game Pass, along with a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the upcoming releases.

Microsoft will once again hold a Xbox Developer Direct to kick off the new year, with deep dives into a small selection of upcoming Xbox Game Studios titles. Xbox's next livestream will begin at 6pm UK time (that's 1pm Eastern or 10am Pacific) on Thursday, 23rd January - that's a fortnight from today.

Xbox has revealed that its next Developer Direct will take place on January 23 and include deep dives into South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Doom: The Dark Ages and another new game.

Microsoft’s teaser image for the event also includes a teaser for an unannounced “brand new game” Xbox game. Last year’s Developer Direct featured a first look at Bethesda

Microsoft lifted the curtain for fans and revealed an Xbox Developer Direct is coming this month and they've teased a new reveal with it.

A new Xbox Developer_Direct has been announced for 23rd January, where we'll learn more about DOOM: The Dark Ages and other upcoming games.

A new Xbox Developer Direct show has been announced for later this month, and it'll offer in-depth looks at upcoming Xbox games, plus a new reveal.