Xbox Developer Direct 2026: the biggest games and announcements

In a now-annual tradition, Microsoft is kicking off the year with a showcase of some of its biggest upcoming games.

Last year’s edition of the Xbox Developer Direct had some big names, like Doom: The Dark Ages and a little game called Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. And we already know the three main titles that will be showcased in the 2026 version. They include Forza Horizon 6 (which looks like it’ll be launching in May), the oft-delayed fantasy RPG Fable, and Beast of Reincarnation, the action RPG from Pokémon developer Game Freak. Microsoft says that the event will include “news, new gameplay, and insights directly from the incredible teams working on titles coming this year.”

Of course, there’s always a chance that there will be a surprise or two, and you can stay tuned here for all the latest developments. You can also watch the showcase live on YouTube when it starts streaming on January 22nd at 1PM ET.

  • The dog days of summer.
  • Fable is coming to PS5 when it finally launches this fall
  • Breaking pots, the game.
  • Here’s a new look at Beast of Reincarnation, from the team behind Pokémon
  • Forza Horizon 6 launches in May
  • The next Xbox Developer Direct starts in 30 minutes.
  • Xbox’s Developer Direct returns on January 22nd with Fable and Forza Horizon 6 gameplay

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