Xbox's 2025 release calendar has filled up nicely following this week's Developer Direct, with a stacked start of the year.

We've previously seen the first three games over the past year to varying degrees, but Xbox promised and delivered something fresh. Microsoft broadly set expectations prior to the

Microsoft held Xbox Developer Direct 2025 yesterday, which included a few PS5 announcements and trailers. Players were also treated to a surprise return of a beloved franchise, complete with a shadow drop!