Xbox players eager for another showcase may not have to wait long. A prominent leaker claims a new Developer Direct showcase is coming later this month and has a screenshot of the date as proof. It’s hard to deny this one, but a leak is still to be taken with a grain of salt.
eXtas1stv, a known source of gaming industry scoops, shared a promotional graphic allegedly for the event on Twitter. It says a date of January 25th, 2024, as the next Developer Direct. If true, the time would be 12pm PT, and you could watch it on Twitch and YouTube. This coincides with the Developer Direct held in January of last year. While Microsoft hasn’t officially confirmed the event, the timing aligns with their previous strategy.
For those who can’t understand, here’s a translation courtesy of Google Translate:
“Xbox is setting the stage for a new Developer Direct? event, following in the footsteps of the successful start of 2023. At this upcoming event, expect fascinating presentations with news about the titles already announced, giving players a look behind the curtain. some of the most anticipated projects (Hellblade, Towerborne…etc).
But here comes the main dish: I am told that during this event, we could witness a new “Shadowdrop” or surprise release, with the game being available at the same event or even several weeks later. It may not be exactly the same as the Hifi-Rush case but we would have something VERY similar from a game with a close release date.”
eXtas1stv via Google Translate
The leaked graphic hints at presentations from four specific studios: Ninja Theory, Obsidian, Stoic, and Oxide. This raises expectations for news on projects like Hellblade 2 from Ninja Theory and Avowed from Obsidian. The leaker further claims Double Fine, developer of Psychonauts 2, might participate, potentially showcasing their upcoming multiplayer title KILN or another surprise project.
Similar to the unexpected launch of Hi-Fi Rush earlier this year, the leak suggests the possibility of a “shadowdrop” release alongside the event. While the details remain unclear, it could involve immediate availability or a release date close to the showcase. It’s important to remember that this information remains unconfirmed by Microsoft. It’s important to get official confirmation before believing the leak, even though the source has a history of credible leaks.
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