As January 2024 ticks on, Microsoft has announced that it will be hosting the Xbox Developer_Direct streaming event later today, showcasing new details and possible surprises about four upcoming first-party Xbox games. With just a few weeks into the new year, this event is sure to excite Xbox gamers and keep them engaged with the latest developments from Microsoft.
When and How to Watch?
The highly anticipated streaming event is scheduled to start at 3 pm Eastern time (Noon Pacific) on Thursday, January 18. Microsoft will be streaming the event on its Xbox and Bethesda Softworks YouTube channels, as well as on Twitch. Additionally, the event will also be streamed on the official Xbox Facebook page and on Steam, providing multiple ways for viewers to tune in and catch all the exciting announcements.
Games to be Revealed
Microsoft has confirmed that the event will feature new details on four first-party Xbox games, three of which are slated for release later this year. The games that gamers can look forward to learning more about include:
Indiana Jones Game: Developed by Bethesda Softworks’ MachineGames team, a teaser trailer was released nearly three years ago. The game is based on the iconic Indiana Jones movie franchise. Fans can expect the first official details and possibly the first gameplay trailer during the event.
Avowed: Obsidian Entertainment’s next game, Avowed, is a highly anticipated big fantasy RPG. The game got its first look trailer back in June 2023, and fans are eagerly awaiting more information, including a possible launch date.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II: The sequel to the critically acclaimed fantasy action-adventure game Hellblade has been in development at Ninja Theory for quite some time. With gameplay footage and a trailer already released, more information on the game is expected during the event.
Ava: History Untold: This PC grand strategy game from developer Oxide Games has been the subject of regular development diaries on its YouTube channel. Fans can look forward to a possible release date announcement and the potential for pre-release builds to be played in an Insider preview program.
Possible Surprises
Notably, Microsoft surprised fans during the 2023 Developer_Direct event by revealing and launching an all-new game, Hi-Fi Rush, from Bethesda’s Tango Gameworks on the same day. This unpredictability has left gamers wondering if a similar surprise reveal and launch could be in store for this year’s event.
Additional Gaming Events
In addition to the Xbox Developer_Direct 2024, two other gaming events are set to take place on the same day:
Diablo IV Developer Update: Blizzard’s Diablo IV team will talk about the upcoming Season 3 content update and possibly other related information in a separate event starting at Noon Eastern time (9 am Pacific time) on its YouTube and Twitch channels.
The Elder Scrolls Online 2024 Global Reveal: Set in the fantasy Elder Scrolls universe, ZeniMax Online Studios will be discussing big updates planned for the new year, starting at 4 pm Eastern time (1 pm Pacific time) on the Bethesda Twitch channel, as well as the Xbox YouTube and Twitch channels.
The event has garnered significant attention and anticipation from the gaming community, as Xbox fans eagerly await new information about upcoming games and the possibility of unexpected announcements. Microsoft’s commitment to providing exciting content and engaging experiences for gamers is evident in their strategic approach to these events, ensuring gamers stay hyped and eager for new releases.
As the gaming world eagerly anticipates the Xbox Developer_Direct event and the plethora of announcements that will come with it, the atmosphere in the gaming community is electric. With the promise of game reveals, new details, and potential surprises, this event is sure to be a must-watch for all Xbox enthusiasts and gaming aficionados. Stay tuned for an eventful day of gaming excellence and thrilling announcements from Microsoft and its talented development teams.
