Insider Hints at Mystery Xbox Game Getting Announced on January 23

Summary

Xbox's Developer Direct next week will showcase four games, with the identity of the fourth game currently a mystery. This mystery game is hinted to be a new entry in a legendary Japanese franchise. Possibilities include Resident Evil, Persona, and a new Ninja Gaiden, but it could be something entirely different.

Xbox's third annual Developer Direct, airing next week, promises an exciting lineup. Building on the success of previous Directs, which included the surprise reveal of Hi-Fi Rush, this year's event will feature Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. However, the real intrigue lies in the unannounced fourth game. While speculation runs rampant, with titles like Fable, The Outer Worlds 2, and Gears of War: E-Day frequently mentioned, Xbox has only confirmed it will be a new entry in a long-standing Japanese IP.

Industry insider Jez Corden, in a recent Windows Central article, added fuel to the fire, emphasizing the mystery game's status as a "new entry in a legendary Japanese IP with decades of history." This detail suggests the game might not originate from Xbox's first-party studios.

Xbox Developer Direct Mystery Game: A Legendary Japanese Franchise?

While Square Enix's presence at last year's Direct with Visions of Mana might suggest a return, a new Final Fantasy title seems unlikely given Square Enix's ongoing PlayStation partnerships and the recent releases of major Final Fantasy titles.

Other strong contenders include Capcom's Resident Evil, Sega's Persona, and a potential Ninja Gaiden revival from Team Ninja. While Resident Evil games are often revealed at PlayStation events, the rumored development of Resident Evil 9 makes a reveal plausible. Persona's inclusion is equally intriguing, given Xbox's collaboration with Sega on Metaphor: ReFantazio and the rumored 2025 release of Persona 6. A Ninja Gaiden revival would also resonate with fans, considering the franchise's strong ties to Xbox during the original Xbox era.

Despite the exciting possibilities, all remains speculation until the event. Tune in to Xbox's Developer Direct on Thursday, January 23rd, to learn more about South of Midnight, Doom: The Dark Ages, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and the identity of the mysterious fourth game.