Event “Xbox Developer Direct” has become the focal point for exciting Xbox exclusives. Several titles announced release plans, while others showcased their features, with emphasis on the long-awaited Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, confirming a May 24 launch. Alongside a highly anticipated Indiana Jones project, the broadcast spotlighted four Xbox Game Studios titles and one additional game to be revealed last. Here are the key moments from the stream.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Indy returns to the screen with a bold interactive experience, featuring Harrison Ford in a virtual appearance. The project from Machine Games, known for the Wolfenstein series, is titled Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. It is slated for release in 2024 on PC and Xbox Series X|S, and will be available on Game Pass and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Early materials hint at a treasure-hunting adventure in the spirit of Uncharted, set in 1937 with suspense, stealth, puzzle solving, and dynamic action. Players travel to diverse locations around the globe to uncover what the Great Circle holds, weaving through scenes inspired by Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade.
The Legend of Senua: Hellblade II
The sequel lands on May 21 for Xbox Series X|S and PC, with Game Pass included on day one. Ninja Theory returns to expand Senua’s journey, a title long sought after by the community. The studio has shared glimpses of the ongoing maturation of the protagonist as she navigates inner and outer darkness. The team describes Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II as an intimate voyage that challenges both the mind and the world around her.
Announced
Obsidian enters the stage with a first-person open-world RPG that broadens players’ horizons. Avowed promises varied landscapes, quests, and a combat system that reflects the studio’s penchant for deep, consequence-driven storytelling. Players will make narrative choices that ripple into gameplay, shaping encounters and pacing. The director notes a flexible weapon set that ranges from melee arms to bows, guns, and magic. While a precise release date remains unconfirmed, the team indicated a target for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass in the third quarter of 2024.
A History Yet Told
Oxyde Games presents a civilization-building strategy with turn-based battles. The new reveal provides clearer context for the plot and confirms PC and Game Pass plans to arrive in the third quarter of 2024. Search: History Untold invites players to lead a nation through pivotal moments in history, exploring new lands, cultivating culture, and negotiating with rival leaders as they steer their people toward destiny.
Visions of Mana
To close the show, Xbox Developer Direct unveiled Visions of Mana, the next major chapter in the Square Enix saga. The game marks a long-awaited debut on Xbox platforms, arriving later this year. Developer presentations highlighted action-packed sequences and the core mechanics fans expect from the long-running series, with emphasis on gameplay features and systems. This surprise guest underscores the event’s breadth and leaves audiences excited for what comes next in the franchise.
For viewers in North America, the Developer Direct offered a concise sprint through upcoming adventures, showcasing a mix of established franchises and fresh ideas. The lineup reinforces Xbox’s commitment to delivering diverse experiences across PC, console, and cloud platforms, with Day One access on Game Pass for many titles. As the company continues to expand its catalog, fans can anticipate further updates and deeper looks at gameplay, narrative choices, and world-building that will shape how players engage with these worlds across Canada and the United States. Sources from the presentation note that additional details and future patches will refine the experience as the studios iterate in real time. [Citation: Xbox Official Announcement, 2024 Developer Direct]