Exclusive: Xbox Game Announcement Set for Jan 23

Xbox's upcoming Developer Direct will unveil four games, with the identity of the fourth remaining a secret. Hints suggest it's a new installment in a renowned Japanese franchise with a long history.

Xbox's Developer Direct series, launched in January 2023, has become a highly anticipated event, famously showcasing titles like Tango Gameworks' Hi-Fi Rush. Last year's event featured Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, and a presentation by Square Enix.

This year's Direct, scheduled for Thursday, January 23rd, will highlight Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The mystery fourth game has sparked much speculation, with fans suggesting possibilities like Fable, The Outer Worlds 2, or Gears of War: E-Day.

Industry insider Jez Corden suggests the fourth game is a new entry in a long-standing Japanese IP, seemingly ruling out Xbox's first-party studios as the developer. While a new Square Enix title, perhaps a Final Fantasy entry, is tempting, Square's existing PlayStation partnerships make this unlikely.

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

Ultimately, the identity of the fourth game remains a mystery. Viewers are encouraged to watch the Xbox Developer Direct on January 23rd to uncover the truth.