Apparently, the next Xbox console from Microsoft has been leaked. The console looks like a large, black cylinder. A new controller is also set to be revealed in 2023.
Microsoft is battling with the American Federal Trade Commission over the acquisition of Activision/Blizzard. Official documents have now surfaced, showing images and technical details of the next Xbox console.
The new console not only gets a new design but also a new controller. You can view images of the controller and the console directly at theverge.com. MeinMMO presents all the details and new information about the console and the controller.
The release plans for the next games from Microsoft have also been leaked. Included: The Elder Scrolls VI:
The new controller is expected to offer numerous new features and is set to be revealed in 2023
What is the new controller? The new Xbox controller, codenamed “Sebille,” is expected to be unveiled later this year and will offer several improved features:
- A new accelerometer for gyro support is expected to be included.
- It is said to support Bluetooth 5.2 and reportedly “Xbox Wireless 2.”
- Additionally, there should be “precise haptic feedback” and “VCA haptics that also serve as speakers.”
- Microsoft is expected to use a replaceable, rechargeable battery in its new controller.
- The buttons and thumbsticks are expected to be quieter, and the thumbsticks should be replaceable.
A lot of this represents small improvements or sensible comfort features for players. However, the expected price of the controller is still unknown. Officially, the model is likely to be unveiled in 2023.
Round Xbox design with a new, immersive controller
Microsoft is reportedly planning to refresh its Xbox Series X console in 2024 with a completely new design and new features. The unannounced new console codenamed Brooklin was accidentally revealed in new FTC documents against Microsoft.
What does the new console look like? The design of the new Xbox Series X looks much rounder than that of the previous console and will be delivered without a disc drive. There are also expected to be further updates.
- The new version is expected to come with 2TB of storage (instead of 1TB) and also includes a USB-C port on the front.
- Inside the new Xbox Series X design, Microsoft is additionally expected to add Wi-Fi 6E support and a Bluetooth 5.2 radio.
- The APU chip is expected to be reduced to 6 nm, making it even more efficient. Allegedly, 15% power savings are expected, and the power supply is expected to be smaller.
- The new model emphasizes a rounded design but is still expected to stick to the color black.
What is the expected price of the new model? Microsoft is expected to sell the console for $499. This keeps the price at the previous price that Microsoft charged for its Xbox Series X. Microsoft has now significantly increased the prices for the Xbox and the Game Pass and the Xbox Series X costs 549 Euros.
Another alternative remains the Xbox Series S, which also comes without a disc drive. However, you will also have to forgo the additional performance of the X model:
We will tell you for whom purchasing an Xbox Series S is worthwhile.
