Microsoft’s annual Xbox Developer Direct occasion is happening on January twenty second this yr. The fourth Developer Direct will present a more in-depth take a look at two of Microsoft’s greatest Xbox video games this yr, Forza Horizon 6 and Fable, in addition to a primary in-depth take a look at Beast of Reincarnation from Sport Freak.
Playground Video games will debut the primary gameplay of Forza Horizon 6 throughout the Developer Direct present, after first revealing that the following instalment within the Forza Horizon franchise is about in Japan. Forza Horizon 6 gamers will be capable of expertise the neon lights and buildings of Tokyo Metropolis, in addition to an open world set in varied different elements of Japan.
We’ve been ready to listen to extra about Playground Video games’ different large Xbox title, Fable, after Microsoft delayed its launch to 2026. Fable seems to be on observe for a launch this yr, which additionally marks 25 years of Xbox. “Devs from the Playground workforce will unveil the magic and mischief that awaits gamers on this contemporary new starting for the franchise, together with a primary take a look at some gorgeous new gameplay,” says Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire editor-in-chief.
Sport Freak, recognized for its Pokémon RPG video games, will even showcase elements of its new Beast of Reincarnation motion RPG. It’s launching sooner or later in 2026 on Xbox Collection S / X, PS5, and PC, and within the recreation you’ll play as Emma, who shall be accompanied by a canine good friend.
This yr’s Xbox Developer Direct will happen at 1PM ET / 10PM PT / 6PM UK on January twenty second and shall be streamed stay on on Twitch and YouTube.

