Xbox Developer Direct Presentation to Feature a Surprise Fourth Game, Insider Claims

by Jonathan Dubinski January 9, 2026

written by Jonathan Dubinski January 9, 2026

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An unannounced game is expected to be revealed during Xbox Developer Direct 2026, alongside the previously confirmed Fable reboot, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation.
The developer of the unannounced game remains unknown, with insider Shinobi602 initially suggesting it could be a studio that released another title in 2025.
Previous Xbox Developer Direct events have included surprise game reveals, such as Tango Gameworks Hi-Fi Rush and last years shadow drop of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black.
Despite hinting at the possibility of Ninja Gaiden 4 being released in late 2025, Shinobi602 expressed that the rumored fourth game is not to his personal taste.

Surprise Fourth Game Reveal at Xbox Developer Direct 2026? Insider Hints Unannounced Title from a Mystery Studio

Microsoft’s Xbox Developer Direct 2026, scheduled for January 22nd at 3 PM Brasilia Time, is expected to feature a surprise announcement in addition to the already confirmed Fable reboot, Forza Horizon 6 from Playground Games, and Beast of Reincarnation from Game Freak. According to insider Shinobi602, a fourth, unannounced game will be part of the presentation. Shinobi602 initially claimed the game was from a studio that released another title in 2025 but then deleted the comment without elaborating. The developer remains unknown. Two of the three previous Xbox Developer Directs included surprise game reveals. Tango Gameworks’ Hi-Fi Rush was revealed and immediately released during one presentation, and last year’s event included a “shadow drop” of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black. Separately, Shinobi602 suggested on the ResetEra forum that Ninja Gaiden 4 might be released in late 2025. Windows Central has also alluded to a possible surprise from one of Microsoft’s studios at the upcoming event, though specifics remain scarce. When asked about his enthusiasm for the rumored fourth game, Shinobi602 indicated it was not to his personal taste. As the event approaches, viewers eagerly await further details about this potential surprise.