The Game Awards is less than a week away from going live on Thursday, December 12. There have been a lot of industry insiders saying this year’s show is going to be very big. This is in regard to announcements, awards, and performances. It was already announced that Snoop Dogg will be performing at The Game Awards.

According to recent leaks, Xbox will have an appearance showcasing South of Midnight and revealing it will be released in March 2025. This is according to Extas1s, who revealed in a video on YouTube that South of Midnight will get a date reveal via a trailer during The Game Awards.

This has also been backed by notable insider, Shpeshal Nick on X (Twitter). As usual, with leaks like this, we take them with a grain of salt, but this information is coming from proven insiders with knowledge around Xbox.

What Is South of Midnight?

South of Midnight is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Compulsion Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. It is an Xbox Series X|S console exclusive and will be released on PC. Xbox Game Pass subscribers will also get access to the game on Day One.

Here is an overview via South of Midnight’s Steam page:

A DARK MODERN FOLKTALE

When a hurricane rips through Prospero, Hazel is pulled into a Southern Gothic world of memory made real and must embark on a journey to rescue her mother and safeguard her hometown. In this folktale for modern times, Hazel will need to reconcile the weight of family, history, and legacy against her own identity.

CONFRONT MYTHICAL CREATURES

Wield an ancient power to restore creatures and uncover the traumas that consume them. Cast weaving magic to fight destructive Haints, explore the diverse regions of the South, and reweave the tears in the Grand Tapestry.

HAUNTING BEAUTY OF THE GOTHIC SOUTH

Discover the lush, decayed county of Prospero and its locals. Experience a crafted visual style, touching storytelling, and immersive music inspired by the complex and rich history of the South.