Developer_Direct is making a much-anticipated return this Thursday, January 23 at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK, bringing an in-depth look at some exciting new titles that Xbox gamers can expect this year. Get ready for extended gameplay previews and behind-the-scenes insights on games like DOOM: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and a surprise fourth title, straight from the developers.
You’re probably eager for more details, so here’s all you need to know about catching the showcase and what it entails.
When’s it happening? Mark your calendars for Thursday, January 23 at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK.
Where to tune in? Catch the Developer_Direct streaming live on the official platforms:
The broadcast will be available at the same time on Xbox and Bethesda regional channels worldwide, as well as on Steam. If you’re in China, you can watch it on Bilibili.
Got a preference for visuals? The YouTube stream is set to deliver in stunning 4K/60. Remember, though, your streaming quality might fluctuate depending on your internet connection.
What about language options? Developer_Direct will be streaming with English captions on YouTube.com/Xbox. You’ll also find live options in other languages on local Xbox channels.
Supported languages include: Arabic, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Czech, French, Canadian French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian (Farsi), Polish, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Castilian Spanish, Mexican Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. Be aware that some languages might not be available right away, but we’ll update YouTube.com/Xbox as soon as possible.
To find your language, check out your regional Xbox page or head to the official Xbox YouTube channel—just click the gear icon in the lower-right to select your preferred language.
Accessibility concerns? We’ve got you covered. An English version with Audio Descriptions (AD) will be on the Xbox YouTube channel. American Sign Language (ASL) will be available on both Xbox’s YouTube channel and the /XboxASL Twitch channel, with British Sign Language (BSL) on the Xbox On YouTube channel.
Missing the live show? No worries—there’ll be a comprehensive recap right after the event, with versions in Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, LATAM Spanish, and Japanese coming later. Xbox Wire will also post detailed pieces on each game featured in the show.
For co-streamers and content creators: We at Xbox appreciate your participation and aim to keep things smooth for you. However, be mindful that we can’t always control possible hitches caused by bots or other disruptions.
If you’re planning on creating post-show content, keep in mind that using music protected by copyright can trigger automated issues—so be sure to check your service provider’s terms.
We’re excited to have you join us for Developer_Direct on Thursday, January 23!
