XBOX Developer Direct 2025 - Moistcritical on Doom: The Dark Ages & Ninja Gaiden 4

Charlie, aka MoistCr1TiKaL, reacts to the biggest announcements from the Xbox Developer Direct 2025, diving deep into the most exciting games coming this year. From the long-awaited Ninja Gaiden 4, co-developed by Team Ninja and PlatinumGames, to the immediate release of the Ninja Gaiden 2 Black remake, the showcase was packed with surprises. Charlie also discusses the hauntingly atmospheric South of Midnight, set in the Gothic American South, and the strategic depth of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG arriving in April 2025.
The highlight of the discussion is Doom: The Dark Ages, a bold medieval prequel to the iconic series. Charlie explores the game’s new mechanics, including the innovative Shield Saw, a combination weapon for blocking, parrying, and slashing. With its massive battlefields, towering 30-story mechs, and rideable dragons, Doom: The Dark Ages promises to deliver a groundbreaking experience when it launches on May 15, 2025.