Xbox Developer Direct 2026 officially confirmed: Fable, Forza Horizon 6, Beast of Reincarnation & more
(Courtesy : XBOX)
There is also a secret fourth game!
Xbox is ready to kick off 2026 with the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct 2026, which is scheduled for January 22, 2026, at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET / 6 pm GMT. This will be livestreamed on YouTube, Twitch and other Xbox channels.
What Xbox fans can expect? Microsoft’s big heavy hitters: Playground Games ready with Fable and Forza Horizon. Game Freak, the studio behind Pokémon games, new soulslike Beast of Reincarnation and a secret fourth game. Let’s check out more details in this article.
Xbox Developer Direct 2026 lineup: What to expect on January 22, 2026?
Here is the confirmed lineup revealed by Xbox:
| Game | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Fable (Playground Games) | First extended gameplay & story peek |
| Forza Horizon 6 | Debut gameplay (Japan open-world?) |
| Beast of Reincarnation (Game Freak) | Emma’s plant-manipulation powers & souls-like combat |
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Secret fourth game?
Although not confirmed by Xbox, ResetEra’s Shinobi602 has already spilled the beans on a secret fourth game that will be showcased during this event.
According to him, “There will be a small original game from a first-party studio.” What game is it? We do not know for now.
In the 2025 Xbox Developer Direct, we saw Doom: The Dark Ages, Ninja Gaiden 4, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, plus a Ninja Gaiden 2 Black shadow drop. This time, the developer’s direct is looking even bigger.
After so many years, we will finally get extensive gameplay and maybe a release timeline for Fable. Fans are also excited for Forza Horizon 6 gameplay, along with Beast of Reincarnation.
For which game are you most excited? Do share your thoughts and views with us in the comments section?
FAQs
When is Xbox Developer Direct 2026?
January 22 at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT—live on YouTube/Twitch.
What confirmed games are at Xbox Developer Direct?
Fable (extended look), Forza Horizon 6 (gameplay), Beast of Reincarnation (powers deep-dive).
What’s the secret fourth game?
Unannounced “smaller original” from a first-party studio—details January 22.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a passionate gaming journalist who loves for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of game mechanics, Mahaksh brings an unique perspective to the world of gaming. Inspired by classics like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh is dedicated in sharing the magic of games with readers. When not writing or gaming, Mahaksh can be found cheering on WWE superstars or watching his favourite Anime.