In Xbox Developer Direct 2025, Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, Ninja Gaiden 4 and more were announced.
Xbox Developer Direct 2025 The event introduced the exciting productions that will be presented next year to Xbox players. The big games announced at the event include Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expedization 33 and Ninja Gaaden 4, surprisingly announced. Here are all the details described in the event.
Xbox Developer Direct 2025 Announcements
Ninja Gaaden 4
Team Ninja and Platinumgames announced that the long -awaited Ninja Gaiden 4 will be released in the autumn of 2025. This will be the first new game of the series for more than a decade. Ryu Hayabusa, the iconic character of the series, offers an adventure in which it will play an important role in the story and will be playable, while introducing Yakumo from Raven Clan as the new main character. The story of the game takes place at a time when the Dark Dragon dragged Tokyo into chaos and transformed the city.
Yakumo will have to face his enemies in Tokyo’s dark atmosphere changing with the rains of Masma. New capabilities include rail and wire -based actions that allow to move at high speed. Also, Yakumo will have the ability to call the Bloodraven form. This technique controls the blood of both himself and his enemies into strong weapons. When certain conditions are met, Bloodbath Kill, which destroys enemies in a single move, will be able to carry out a deadly attack.
Ninja Gaaden 2 Black
Although we need to wait a little more for Ninja Gaiden 4, fans will be able to access Ninja Gaiden 2 Black. With a surprise announcement during the event, the game was instantly accessible via the Xbox Game Pass. This offers a great opportunity for nostalgic fans of the series.
The Ninja Gaiden 2 Black stands out as an improved version of the original game, and the iconic character of the series is an excellent option for players who want to re -experience Ryu Hayabusa’s adventures. With improved graphics and gameplay mechanics, this version gives new players the chance to step into the series.
Doom: The Dark Ages
Doom: The Dark Ages will be released on May 15, 2025 for the Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 and PC. With this new game, Id Software gives a new dimension to the usual fast and action -packed gameplay of the series. The game focuses on a story before Doom and Doom Ethernal in 2016 and aims to offer players an experience that makes them feel like a “iron tank”.
New weapons and mechanics are introduced in the game. Shield Saw, one of them, has the ability to prevent and destroy enemies. In addition, new weapons such as a huge Gürz, an electric glove and a prickly bun can be used. Players will be able to fly a mechanical dragon and participate in wars using a huge mech. Unlike previous games, the storytelling is supported by more interim scene, while the discovery elements have been increased.
South of Midnight
Developed by Compulsion Games, South of Midnight will be released on April 8, 2025. The game takes place in a world that inspires southern Gothic history and steps into a universe full of magical beings. In the new promotional trailer, the main character Hazel’s magic abilities and environmental obstacles were highlighted. Hazel will have to gather memories both to interact with magical creatures and to improve them.
South of Midnight aims to offer players an impressive story and an immersive world. Thanks to the magical atmosphere of the game, its unique artistic style and Hazel’s unique abilities, players will have to solve environmental puzzles and fight enemies. This production is full of South Gothic breezes, a candidate to be one of the remarkable games of 2025.
Clair ObScur: Expedition 33
Clair Obscur: Expecedation 33, developed by Sandfall Interactive, will be released on 24 April 2025. The game is about the classic good and bad conflict, and the flawed but interesting characters come together to confront a common threat. The production, which aims to offer a deep story and impressive gameplay for RPG lovers, attracts attention with its wide talent tree and original character mechanics.
In the game, there will also be a discovered world map and players will be able to travel between different regions and towns. Clair ObScur: Expecedation 33 will offer players not only action -packed moments, but also a strategic and story -oriented experience. With its creative character designs and story, the game stands out as one of the most anticipated RPGs of 2025.