Microsoft Promises Next-Gen Xbox as High-End Premium Experience
Microsoft is developing its next-generation Xbox console, promising a high-end gaming experience. Although the company has provided limited details, they confirmed plans to follow the Xbox Series X and S with this upcoming hardware. An agreement with AMD will help realize these ambitions.
Next-Gen Xbox Features
The next-gen Xbox is expected to deliver:
- Next-level performance
- Cutting-edge graphics
- Breakthrough gameplay
- Unmatched compatibility with existing Xbox games
Premium Gaming Experience
Sarah Bond, Xbox president, described the new console in an interview, hinting at a premium hybrid of PC and console gaming. She emphasized that this next-gen console will offer a curated high-end experience. Currently, gamers are speculating about the potential cost, especially after recent price increases for existing Xbox devices and services.
Price Increases for Current Xbox Models
In September, Microsoft raised prices for the Xbox Series X and S. Here are the updated prices:
| Model | New Price | Previous Price |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox Series S 512GB | $399.99 | $379.99 |
| Xbox Series S 1TB | $449.99 | $429.99 |
| Xbox Series X Digital | $599.99 | $549.99 |
| Xbox Series X | $649.99 | $599.99 |
| Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Special Edition | $799.99 | $729.99 |
Future Developments
Microsoft is reportedly targeting a 2027 release for both the next-gen Xbox and a handheld version. This new console will likely function similarly to a PC, supporting third-party storefronts such as Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Bond has reiterated the goal of creating a gaming platform accessible across devices, ensuring an Xbox experience that is not limited to a single store or console. The emphasis on collaboration with the Windows team demonstrates Microsoft’s commitment to enhancing its gaming ecosystem.
As anticipation grows for the next-gen Xbox, gamers are eager to see how much this premium experience will cost and what power it will bring to the gaming community.
