Xbox's upcoming Developer Direct, airing January 23rd, will unveil four games, one of which remains shrouded in mystery. Hints suggest this fourth title is a new installment in a renowned Japanese franchise with a rich history.

Speculation is rife among fans and industry insiders alike. The event, now in its third year, has built a strong reputation for exciting reveals, following the surprise release of Hi-Fi Rush after the inaugural show. Last year's Direct showcased titles like Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, and featured Square Enix presenting Visions of Mana.

This year's confirmed titles include Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. However, the identity of the fourth game remains undisclosed. While fans eagerly anticipate announcements of titles like Fable, The Outer Worlds 2, or Gears of War: E-Day, industry insider Jez Corden suggests the mystery game belongs to a legendary Japanese IP, potentially ruling out Xbox's first-party studios as the developer.

Several possibilities have emerged. A new Final Fantasy title from Square Enix is plausible, although their ongoing partnership with PlayStation makes this less likely. Other strong contenders include Capcom's Resident Evil (with Resident Evil 9 rumored to be in development), Sega's Persona (especially given the rumored 2025 release of Persona 6 and Xbox's previous collaboration with Sega on Metaphor: ReFantazio), and a potential Ninja Gaiden revival from Team Ninja, given the franchise's historical ties to Xbox.

Ultimately, the true identity of the mystery game remains unknown. Viewers are encouraged to tune in to the Xbox Developer Direct on January 23rd to witness the reveal and learn more about the other exciting titles on display.