Xbox Game Studios + Bethesda + ABK |OT30| Why So Series X|S?

[Andrei Rublev]

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Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
N/A​		TBD​

Rumors​

Project Tatanka​	Source: Windows Central​
Move to Unreal Engine 5, No Story DLC​	Source: Gamespot​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
TBD​		TBD​

Rumors​

Gears 6​	Source: Xbox Era summary via GameRant​
Gears of War Collection?​	Source: Xbox Era, summary by Dexerto​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platform(s)​	Release Date​	Trailer​
South of Midnight​	X|S, PC​	TBD​	Announce Trailer​

Rumors​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
N/A​		TBD​

Rumors​

Multiple Games in Development​

Source: Gamerant​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Perfect Dark​	X|S, PC​	TBD​	Announce Trailer​

Rumors​

Perfect Dark Is Years Away​

Source: Rebekah Valentine, IGN​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Clockwork Revolution​	X|S, PC​	In Due Time​	Announce Trailer​

Rumors​

Title Based on Existing IP?​

Source: Reddit, GamingLeaksandRumours​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
N/A​		TBD​

Rumors​

Third Minecraft Spin-off Game​

Source: Jez Corden, Summary via Screenrant​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II​	X|S, PC​	May 21, 2024​	Official Trailer -- The Game Awards 2023​
Project Mara​	X|S, PC​	TBD​	Teaser Trailer​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Avowed​	X|S, PC​	Fall 2024​	Developer_Direct Deep Dive​
The Outer Worlds 2​	X|S, PC​	TBD​	Announce Trailer​

Rumor​

Obsidian Want to Release 7 Games in 7 Years​

Source: Jez Corden​

Current Projects​

Game Name	Platforms	Release Date	Trailer
Fable​	X|S, PC​	TBD​	Gameplay Reveal​

Rumors​

Forza Horizon 6​

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Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Everwild​	X|S, PC​	TBD​	Eternals Trailer​

Rumors​

Everwild Rebooted, More Like Viva Pinata​

Source: Andy Robinson​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
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Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
State of Decay 3​	X|S, PC​	TBD​	Announce Trailer​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Age of Mythology Retold​	PC​	TBD​	Announce Trailer​

Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Ara: History Untold (Oxide Games)​	PC​	Fall 2024​	Announce Trailer​
Contraband (Avalanche Studios)​	X|S, PC​	TBD​	Announce Trailer​
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (Asobo Studio)​	X|S, PC​	2024​	Announce Trailer​
Towerborne (Stoic Studio)​	X|S, PC​	2024​	Announce Trailer​
OD (Kojima Productions)​	X|S, PC, Cloud​	TBD​	Official Teaser -- The Game Awards​

Rumored Partnerships​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Source​
Project Dragon (IO Interactive)​	X|S, PC​	Windows Central​
Project Maverick (People Can Fly)​	X|S, PC​	ShackNews​
Project Shaolin (Brass Lion Entertainment)​	X|S, PC​	Windows Central​
Project Suerte (Certain Affinity)​	X|S, PC​	Windows Central​
Killer Instinct (Bandai Namco?)​	X|S, PC​	Windows Central​
Project Vonnegut (Shadowrun?)​	X|S, PC​	Reddit Summary of Grubbsnax​
Banjo-Kazooie​	X|S, PC​	NateDrake, ResetEra​
Over a dozen projects in development​		IdleSloth — GDC Video​

 

[Andrei Rublev]

Based in Nova Scotia, Alpha Dog Games is a developer focused on the creation of high-quality, top-tier mobile games for iOS and Android. Acquired by Bethesda in 2019, and now by Microsoft as part of the ZeniMax Media acquisition of 2020, they're committed to their focus on quality content for mobile gamers with a mobile-first focus above all else.

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Current Projects​

Game Name	Platforms	Release Date	Trailer
NA​	​	TBD​

Founded in 1999 in Lyon, France, as Arkane Studios SASU, Arkane Studios are the world-renowned creators of such blockbuster franchises as Dishonored and Prey. Acquired by ZeniMax Media in 2010, and now by Microsoft as part of the ZeniMax acquistion of 2020, Arkane Studios focuses on unique, high-octane AAA experiences that easily stand as some of the best in the industry.

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Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Marvel's Blade​	​	TBD​	Announce Trailer -- The Game Awards 2023​

Rumors​

Dishonored 3​

Engadget​

Current Projects​

Game Name	Platforms	Release Date	Trailer
NA​	​	TBD​

Founded in 1986 in Rockville, Maryland, Bethesda Game Studios is a critically-acclaimed RPG developer responsible for juggernaut franchises such as The Elder Scrollsand Fallout. In 1999, Bethesda was acquired by ZeniMax Media and split between Bethesda Game Studios—their game development arm—and Bethesda Softworks—their publishing label. Now acquired by Microsoft with the purchase of ZeniMax Media, Bethesda Game Studios continues its work on groundbreaking, breathtaking RPGs for the Xbox brand.

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Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Starfield​	X|S, PC​	September 6, 2023​	Starfield Direct​
The Elder Scrolls VI​	TBD​	TBD​	Announce Trailer​

Rumors​

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered​	Engadget​
Fallout 3 Remastered​	Engadget​

Founded in 1991 in Shreveport, Louisiana, id Software is a mainstay and progenitor of the first person shooter genre, with classic franchises such as Wolfenstein and Doom among their storied history in the games industry. They were acquired by ZeniMax media in 2009, and are now part of the Microsoft family thanks to the ZeniMax Media acquisition of 2020.

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Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
TBA​	​	TBD​

Rumors​

Doom: Year Zero​

Engadget​

Founded in 2009, MachineGames is a Swedish studio responsible for the modern incarnations of Wolfenstein. Acquired by ZeniMax Media shortly after pitching a new game in the Wolfenstein series, MachineGames went on to make stellar singleplayer first person shooters that can stand up to any of the big boys in the arena.

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Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
Indiana Jones and The Great Circle​	X|S, PC​	2024​	Announce Trailer​

Originally Human Head Studios, Roundhouse is a studio built from the same team and was acquired by ZeniMax Media in 2019 and is now part of the Microsoft family thanks to the ZeniMax Media acquisition. The original developers of Prey, they are now working on unannounced projects to be revealed when they're ready.

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Current Projects​

Game Name	Platforms	Release Date	Trailer
NA​	​	TBD​

Founded in 2010 by horror master Shinji Mikami, Tango Gameworks is a premier Japanese horror game development house whose biggest franchise—The Evil Within—stands as a testament to great horror game design. They were acquired by ZeniMax Media in 2010 short after their founding, and are now part of the Microsoft family.

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Current Projects​

Game Name​	Platforms​	Release Date​	Trailer​
NA​	​	TBD​

Rumors​

Ghostwire Tokyo 2​	Engadget​
The Evil Within 3​	GamesRadar​

Founded in 2007 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of ZeniMax Media, ZeniMax Online Studios is responsible for the creation of high profile MMORPGS, such asThe Elder Scrolls Online. Now part of the Microsoft family, they're committed to leading the charge in first-class online experiences for players around the world.

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Current Projects​

Game Name	Platforms	Release Date	Trailer
NA​	​	TBD​

 

[Andrei Rublev]

Starting with humble beginnings as a porting studio, Beenox was acquired by Activision in 2005. Beenox made adaptations of Dreamworks movies Bee Movie and Monsters vs Aliens before making the leap to Spider-Man. Beenox played a crucial role in co-developing the Skylanders series with Vicarious Visions and Toys for Bob. In recent years, Activision has shifted Beenox into support work on Call of Duty.​

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Current Projects​

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Founded in 1991, Blizzard are one of the most well known video game developers in the world. Blizzard is the home of Diablo, Warcraft, Starcraft, and Overwatch. With a long and standing history on the PC platform, Blizzard has introduced some of its most popular franchises into the console market in the modern era. Blizzard also hosts Blizzcon, a yearly convention where fans from around the world come to celebrate Blizzard's beloved franchises.

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Current Projects and Rumors​

Game Name	Platform(s)	Release Date	Trailer/Source
Project Odyssey​			Jez Corden summary via Twisted Voxel​

Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Demonware provides critical online services and tools for Call of Duty's. Demonware handles identity management, statistics, matchmaking, data, game economy, and content and storage for Activision.​

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Founded in 2001 as a division of Sammy, High Moon Studios eventually found its identity and current name in 2005. Quickly acquired by Activision the following year, the studio released a series of games in the Transformers series. After the release of Deadpool, Activision has shifted High Moon Studios into support work on Call of Duty.​

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Current Projects​

Game Name	Platform(s)	Release Date	Trailer

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Founded as a division within Activision by Grant Collier, Jason West, and Vince Zampella, Infinity Ward is the birthplace of the Call of Duty. An industry juggernaut, Infinity Ward has won over 200 Game of the Year Awards. Infinity Ward is based in Woodland Hills, California with other locations in Poland, Mexico, and Texas.

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Current Projects​

Game Name	Platform(s)	Release Date	Trailer/Source
Open World RPG Project​			IGN​

Developers of the Candy Crush, one of the most successful mobile releases of all time, King has been argued to be the crown jewel of the Activision acquisition. King has developed a number of mobile titles since its inception in 2003.​

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Founded in 1990, Raven Software came to prominence for their work on Heretic and Hexen. After they were acquired by Activision in 1997, they developed games in the Soldier of Fortune, Star Wars, and X-Men series. In the years following, Raven has had a key role in the Call of Duty franchise, and currently lead development on the multiplayer component Warzone.

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Current Projects​

Game Name	Platform(s)	Release Date	Trailer

The first studio owned by Xbox located in China, Activision Shanghai provides support on the Call of Duty series.

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Initially acquired by Activision to lead a third person Call of Duty title, Sledgehammer Games were thrust into co-developing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) with Infinity Ward. While never returning to that third person project, Sledgehammer Games have developed standalone Call of Duty titles with Advanced Warfare, WWII, and Vanguard.

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First known for their work on Star Control in the early 90s, they were acquired by Activision in 2005. Toys for Bob is often credited with inventing the toys-to-life genre with Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure. Over a five year period, Skylanders became a cultural phenomenon. Toys for Bob developed trilogy remasters for popular Playstation franchises Crash Bandicoot and Spyro in 2018. While releasing Crash Team Rumble in 2023, Toys for Bob has also been assisting in developing Call of Duty.

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Current Projects​

Game Name	Platform(s)	Release Date	Trailer

A few years after joining Activision, Treyarch quickly became a tentpole developer for the Call of Duty franchise alongside Infinity Ward. In the Call of Duty universe, Treyarch is best known for leading development on the Black Ops series. Treyarch also introduced the popular "Zombies" mode to Call of Duty, which quickly became a fan favorite.

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Current Projects​

Game Name	Platform(s)	Release Date	Trailer/Sources
Call of Duty 2024	X|S, PC, PS5	2024	CharlieIntel -- Everything We Know​

 

[Tomacco]

Wonder if this will still be the OT when the June showcase occurs?

 

[Andrei Rublev]

X|S/PC First Party Releases​

Game Name​	Developer	Release Date	Critic Score
Gears Tactics (Xbox Release)​	Splash Damage The Coalition​	November 10, 2020​	83​
Microsoft Flight Simulator (Xbox Release)​	Asobo Studio​	July 27, 2021​	92​
Psychonauts 2​	Double Fine Productions​	August 25, 2021​	89​
Age of Empires IV​	Relic Entertainment World's Edge​	October 28, 2021​	83​
Forza Horizon 5​	Playground Games​	November 9, 2021​	92​
Halo Infinite​	343 Industries​	December 8, 2021​	86​
As Dusk Falls​	interior/night​	July 19, 2022​	78​
Deathloop​	Arkane Lyon​	September 20, 2022​	88​
Grounded​	Obsidian Entertainment​	September 27, 2022​	83​
Pentiment​	Obsidian Entertainment​	November 15, 2022​	86​
Hi-Fi Rush​	Tango Gameworks​	January 25, 2023​	89​
GoldenEye 007​	Rare Code Mystic​	January 27, 2023​	83​
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition (Xbox Release)​	World's Edge Tantalus Media​	January 31, 2023​	85​
Ghostwire: Tokyo​	Tango Gameworks​	April 12, 2023​	77​
Minecraft Legends​	Mojang Studios Blackbird Interactive​	April 18, 2023​	70​
Redfall​	Arkane Studios Austin Roundhouse Studios​	May 2, 2023​	57​
Quake II​	Nightdive Studios id Software Machine Games​	August 10, 2023​	90​
Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition (Xbox Release)​	Relic Entertainment World's Edge​	August 22, 2023​	83​
Starfield​	Bethesda Game Studios​	September 6, 2023​	85​
Forza Motorsport​	Turn 10 Studios​	October 10, 2023​	85​
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III​	Sledgehammer Games​	November 10, 2023​	59​

Playstation 5 Releases​

Game Name​	Developer​	Release Date​
Pentiment​	Obsidian Entertainment​	February 21, 2024​
Hi-Fi Rush​	Tango Gameworks​	March 18, 2024​
Grounded​	Obsidian Entertainment​	April 16, 2024​
Sea of Thieves​	Rare​	April 30, 2024​

Nintendo Switch Releases​

Game Name​	Developer​	Release Date​
Pentiment​	Obsidian Entertainment​	February 21, 2024​
Grounded​	Obsidian Entertainment​	April 16, 2024​

 

[PianoBlack]

Nice, new thread :) thanks as always Andrei Rublev

 

[Gay Bowser]

I, for one, am excited for the future of Xbox. :)

 

[Spectralmania]

Just finished watching Halo.
That speech was so epic it made me want to jump out of my hospital bed and grab a gun.
Nice fresh OT 👍

 

[Andrei Rublev]

I, for one, am excited for the future of Xbox. :)

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Sir, that is not allowed here.

/s

(Me too)

 

[Shirkelton]

Just finished watching Halo.
That speech was so epic it made me want to jump out of my hospital bed and grab a gun.
Nice fresh OT 👍

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To fight aliens, right?

 

[vixolus]

Andrei Rublev i think it's stopped to be series xs not serious xs lol

 

[RavenH2]

Yep, new OT. I hope during this OT we hear something from the BC Team, better cloud, and owned games avialable!

 

[Andrei Rublev]

Andrei Rublev i think it's stopped to be series xs not serious xs lol

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😳

Good catch. At least I was able to edit the thread title this time!

 

[a Master Ninja]

So is that new controller coming this year or not?

 

[Andrei Rublev]

Wonder if this will still be the OT when the June showcase occurs?

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Highly doubt it.

I bet we're on 32, if not more by the time that rolls around.

 

[MCD]

New OT, new repost:

Don't miss out on these indie goodness:

Post in thread 'Xbox Game Studios + Bethesda + ABK | OT29 | The Temple of Doomers' https://www.resetera.com/threads/xb...9-the-temple-of-doomers.807216/post-119577864

Post in thread 'Xbox Game Studios + Bethesda + ABK | OT29 | The Temple of Doomers' https://www.resetera.com/threads/xb...9-the-temple-of-doomers.807216/post-119577909

 

[Granjinhaa]

I, for one, am excited for the future of Xbox. :)

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me too!

 

[vixolus]

New OT, new repost:

Don't miss out on these indie goodness:

Post in thread 'Xbox Game Studios + Bethesda + ABK | OT29 | The Temple of Doomers' https://www.resetera.com/threads/xb...9-the-temple-of-doomers.807216/post-119577864

Post in thread 'Xbox Game Studios + Bethesda + ABK | OT29 | The Temple of Doomers' https://www.resetera.com/threads/xb...9-the-temple-of-doomers.807216/post-119577909

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Bangers tbh

 

[vixolus]

I'm going to the gym someone post the crash pic. Hurry

 

[christocolus]

New OT magic. well done OP.

 

[Shirkelton]

New OT, new repost:

Don't miss out on these indie goodness:

Post in thread 'Xbox Game Studios + Bethesda + ABK | OT29 | The Temple of Doomers' https://www.resetera.com/threads/xb...9-the-temple-of-doomers.807216/post-119577864

Post in thread 'Xbox Game Studios + Bethesda + ABK | OT29 | The Temple of Doomers' https://www.resetera.com/threads/xb...9-the-temple-of-doomers.807216/post-119577909

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I have heard nothing but good things about Balatro.

 

[Gay Bowser]

So is that new controller coming this year or not?

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I think it absolutely is, alongside the refreshed Series S and Series X models with Wi-Fi 6E and lower power consumption.

I think including a rechargeable controller in the box is going to be a big win, both for gamers and for the environment.

 

[Andrei Rublev]

I'm also not 100% sure about Klobrille's status going forward, but I have to think in mind his decision to eventually step away from his online persona. Klobrille has been an invaluable asset to our community and I wish nothing but the best for him going forward if he indeed steps away permanently. This OT and community wouldn't nearly have the presense without his contributions or his hard work.

Which means that I need someone to step up and handle studio banners and graphics moving forward. I'm making this an open call for any to submit banner ideas.

Please PM me if you're interested.

 

[MadJosh04]

View: https://media3.giphy.com/media/W05iUdqyFujrRFgnn1/giphy.gif?cid=6c09b952n5z9qauzj1mq8rcd1j5r7szhn8l532m0t4s1izzz&ep=v1_internal_gif_by_id&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g

 

[Andrei Rublev]

I'm going to the gym someone post the crash pic. Hurry

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🫡

 

[canderous]

 

[MCD]

Bangers tbh

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Too many good games. Slave Zero, Lords of Exile and Penny's Big Breakaway are a must have for me.

I have heard nothing but good things about Balatro.

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Card based roguelites not my thing but people loved Slay the Spire so can see why.

I think it absolutely is, alongside the refreshed Series S and Series X models with Wi-Fi 6E and lower power consumption.

I think including a rechargeable controller in the box is going to be a big win, both for gamers and for the environment.

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Really hope these console refreshes are canceled.

Like...who needs whole new consoles for type c and wifi 6?

Maybe I'm missing something here? 🦧

 

[The Lord of Cereal]

Just watched Halo episode 4. Good shit right there honestly. Probably the best episode yet

Also loving the new OT smell

 

[thankyoumerzbow]

🫡

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thank you for your service

 

[Gay Bowser]

Really hope these console refreshes are canceled.

Like...who needs whole new consoles for type c and wifi 6?

Maybe I'm missing something here? 🦧

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That's kind of a weird take.

I don't think Microsoft is saying, like, throw out your Xbox and buy a new one just for Wi-Fi 6E. They're improving the hardware to make it better for the people who haven't yet jumped in. They're addressing the pain points. One of the most common complaints with especially the Series S is the limited storage space. A Series S with 1TB of storage, Wi-Fi 6E, and a rechargeable controller for $299 is a more compelling offering than a Series S with 512GB of storage, Wi-Fi 6, and a controller with some AAs rolling around in the box for $299. You would rather that better version just...not exist? Why?

It would be weirder if they left the hardware literally completely unchanged for eight years or whatever, even as the price of storage dropped and newer technology became available.

 

[Shirkelton]

If wi-Fi 6 addresses the abysmal DL speeds on Xbox, it can only be a good thing.

 

[TheUnsungHero26]

New OT! Should be a great year for XGS. Can't wait for Avowed.

 

[MCD]

That's kind of a weird take.

I don't think Microsoft is saying, like, throw out your Xbox and buy a new one just for Wi-Fi 6E. They're improving the hardware to make it better for the people who haven't yet jumped in. They're addressing the pain points. One of the most common complaints with especially the Series S is the limited storage space. A Series S with 1TB of storage, Wi-Fi 6E, and a rechargeable controller for $299 is a more compelling offering than a Series S with 512GB of storage, Wi-Fi 6, and a controller with some AAs rolling around in the box for $299. You would rather that better version just...not exist? Why?

It would be weirder if they left the hardware literally completely unchanged for eight years or whatever, even as the price of storage dropped and newer technology became available.

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Well, in my point of view the current consoles are absolutely great. Yes, they are not perfect (storage as you said) but I'm not sure if these minor refresh models gonna help against PS5 Pro and Switch 2, you know?

I feel like it's a waste without adding more power or a handheld option at least.

 

[ThereAreFourNaan]

If wi-Fi 6 addresses the abysmal DL speeds on Xbox, it can only be a good thing.

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Wasn't half the issue something to do with quick resume interacting with download speeds where it assumed you were in game and capped speeds to a slow rate as if you were?

I might be only half remembering this. I'm sure someone will correct it.

 

[sujay]

If wi-Fi 6 addresses the abysmal DL speeds on Xbox, it can only be a good thing.

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This was shocking to me when I got my Series X. I get full download speeds on my PS5, which has WiFi 6, and barely half that on my Series X.

I noticed this too:

 

[Shirkelton]

Wasn't half the issue something to do with quick resume interacting with download speeds where it assumed you were in game and capped speeds to a slow rate as if you were?

I might be only half remembering this. I'm sure someone will correct it.

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That helps, for sure, but even if you don't have anything running at all, they're still poor relative to my other platforms.

 

[Zerpette]

It's 106 miles to Redmond, we've got a full tank of Game Pass, half a pack of Xbox gift cards, it's dark and we're wearing sunglasses.

Hit it.

 

[ThereAreFourNaan]

Huh personally I never really had noticed major issues. I guess I don't have a firm point of comparison but I was getting 200ish megabits or higher, iirc. Maybe I'll measure it one day.

 

[Gay Bowser]

Well, in my point of view the current consoles are absolutely great. Yes, they are not perfect (storage as you said) but I'm not sure if these minor refresh models gonna help against PS5 Pro and Switch 2, you know?

I feel like it's a waste without adding more power or a handheld option at least.

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I think there's a vast, vast difference between the level of investment required to make a refreshed Series S/X with more storage and a new Wi-Fi chip and something like a PS5 Pro, which is basically a new console with a new APU.

Microsoft didn't want to do a "pro" console this time around. Will that end up biting them in the ass? Potentially, but I don't think that makes the refreshes on the Series S and X a bad idea. Even if they were going to come out with some super-powered Series Z or whatever, they'd probably still make some of these same improvements to the Series S and/or X.

I'm certainly not going to begrudge them making great hardware even better, or hope that they cancel it.

 

[SeanMN]

Last thread lived up to it's name. I see a lot to be excited for with Xbox. Looking forward to what spring will bring for Xbox.

 

[DiegoPaulino]

Great name lol

 

[Shirkelton]

Huh personally I never really had noticed major issues. I guess I don't have a firm point of comparison but I was getting 200ish megabits or higher, iirc. Maybe I'll measure it one day.

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I don't know that I've ever sat down and measured it myself, but I had dire issues on Xbox One with it and the Series is better, but still not close to PC or PS5 for me, obviously PC's going to be a bit variable for people.

 

[biglo25]

I think there's a vast, vast difference between the level of investment required to make a refreshed Series S/X with more storage and a new Wi-Fi chip and something like a PS5 Pro, which is basically a new console with a new APU.

Microsoft didn't want to do a "pro" console this time around. Will that end up biting them in the ass? Potentially, but I don't think that makes the refreshes on the Series S and X a bad idea. Even if they were going to come out with some super-powered Series Z or whatever, they'd probably still make some of these same improvements to the Series S and/or X.

I'm certainly not going to begrudge them making great hardware even better, or hope that they cancel it.

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i think another point is that Series X used almost the same layout as the XONE for some reason so the refresh from the leaks is an all new motherboard and stuff to go with it

 

[MCD]

I think there's a vast, vast difference between the level of investment required to make a refreshed Series S/X with more storage and a new Wi-Fi chip and something like a PS5 Pro, which is basically a new console with a new APU.

Microsoft didn't want to do a "pro" console this time around. Will that end up biting them in the ass? Potentially, but I don't think that makes the refreshes on the Series S and X a bad idea. Even if they were going to come out with some super-powered Series Z or whatever, they'd probably still make some of these same improvements to the Series S and/or X.

I'm certainly not going to begrudge them making great hardware even better, or hope that they cancel it.

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Well, Spencer did say these plans are outdated but could be bluffing.

I get you just feels like we are in a weird timeline this year where:

Handhelds like Steam Deck on the rise
Switch 2 delayed
PS5 Pro
Xbox multiplatform moves
Xbox potentially not chasing power?

Feels like any move could be game changing for all parties 😅

Whatever happens though, I need that new controller refresh. Specs mentioned everything we asked for fr.

 

[UraMallas]

I want that pic on my tombstone.

 

[biglo25]

Well, Spencer did say these plans are outdated but could be bluffing.

I get you just feels like we are in a weird timeline this year where:

Handhelds like Steam Deck on the rise
Switch 2 delayed
PS5 Pro
Xbox multiplatform moves
Xbox potentially not chasing power?

Feels like any move could be game changing for all platforms 😅

Whatever happens though, I need that new controller refresh. Specs mentioned everything we asked for fr.

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to be fair some are outdated or some have moved up plans because i remember that the handheld that seems to be rumored for 2024 was not in scope at the time but has changed

 

[biglo25]

Highly doubt it.

I bet we're on 32, if not more by the time that rolls around.

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yeah the fact we finish the last OT in month and some change over multitplat rumors to the podcast i wonder what is next that will rile up the community

 

[biglo25]

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its just a first page tradition at this point for this cursed image until someone make something even more cursed

 

[JAY_HORROR]

Congrats on the new OT peeps!!

 

[Neonzel]

Great job like always Andrei Rublev