Watch Xbox Developer Direct 2026 This Thursday: Your Guide
Join us this Thursday, January 22, for Developer Direct, a special event celebrating Xbox’s 25th anniversary. Starting at 10 AM Pacific Time, this livestream will showcase an array of upcoming games. Players can look forward to exclusive gameplay and insights from developers at Playground Games and Game Freak, presenting titles like Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation.
Event Details
Developer Direct will be streamed live on various platforms, ensuring a broad audience can participate. Here are the details:
- Date: Thursday, January 22
- Time:
- 10 AM Pacific
- 1 PM Eastern
- 6 PM UK
How to Watch Developer Direct
You can watch Developer Direct on the official Xbox YouTube channel, which will broadcast the event in stunning 4K at 60 frames per second. Additionally, the event will be made available on regional Xbox channels worldwide and on platforms like Steam. For viewers in China, a recording will be accessible on Bilibili the following day.
Language Availability
To accommodate a global audience, Developer Direct will be accessible in multiple languages. The live stream on YouTube will feature English captions, with additional language support available on regional Xbox channels. Supported live languages include:
- English
- French
- German
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Polish
- Brazilian Portuguese
- Castilian Spanish
- LATAM Spanish
- Turkish
After the event, additional languages such as Arabic, Simplified Chinese, and Russian will also be available on YouTube.
Accessibility Features
Developer Direct will be inclusive, offering various accessibility options. Viewers can expect:
- Audio Descriptions (AD) in English on Xbox’s YouTube channel
- American Sign Language (ASL) on the Xbox YouTube channel
- British Sign Language (BSL) on Xbox On’s YouTube channel
Post-Event Coverage
If you cannot watch the event live, detailed recaps will be published on Xbox Wire shortly after the show concludes. These recaps will include localized versions for French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, and LATAM Spanish.
For Content Creators
Xbox encourages co-streaming during the Developer Direct event but advises content creators to be aware of potential streaming disruptions. For those producing post-show content, it is recommended to avoid copyrighted music to sidestep any automated content claims.
Mark your calendars for Developer Direct on January 22—it promises to be an exciting showcase for the gaming community!
