Three new Xbox Series X|S consoles, including a new all-digital Xbox Series X that comes in a “Robot White” color and includes a 1 TB SSD to house some of Xbox’s biggest upcoming games, such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (MachineGames) and Avowed (Obsidian Entertainment), will be available for purchase in select markets this holiday, Microsoft has announced. All of these new consoles, including the Xbox Series X – 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition—a new version of the flagship console that features a constellation-inspired design—comes with a matching controller, the Galaxy Black version of which is exclusive to the special edition console.
New Xbox consoles and pricing:
- Xbox Series S – 1TB in Robot White ($349.99/€349.99 ERP)
- Xbox Series X – 1TB Digital Edition ($449.99/€499.99 ERP)
- Xbox Series X – 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition ($599.99/€649.99​ ERP)
A promo trailer:
Microsoft on the Xbox Series X – 1TB Digital Edition:
This is a perfect option for digital-first players to experience the speed and performance of Xbox Series X for only $449.99/€499.99 ERP​. Enjoy visually stunning and immersive worlds with up to 4K resolution, while bringing popular franchises like Call of Duty, Halo, Forza, Diablo and more to life with the power and speed of Xbox Series X. Xbox Series X – 1TB Digital Edition will be available in select markets.
Microsoft on the Xbox Series X – 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition:
Experience the fastest, most powerful Xbox, now with a 2TB SSD. This new special edition Xbox Series X delivers the same speed, performance and features of Xbox Series X, but with twice the storage and a unique design. Drawing inspiration from constellations and the spirit of exploration and adventure that outer space evokes, the special edition console in Galaxy Black features a silver, grey, and green celestial effect representing thousands of games and millions of gamers playing on Xbox.
Hold on to the action with a matching Xbox Wireless Controller, featuring a Galaxy Black D-pad and Velocity Green back case, only available with this special edition console. With more storage, players can store even more of their favorite games like Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, Forza Motorsport, Minecraft, and Starfield (games sold separately). Xbox Series X – 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition will be available in limited quantities in select markets for $599.99/€649.99​ ERP.
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I don't get the point here.
Is this just like the PS Slim release - it doesn't really do anything new, just a slightly more attractive price point?
All Sony has to do is drop the PS5 Pro and drop the mic and this generation will be all over. Nintendo doesn't have to do anything at all, and it's all but won the race and could just sit and watch until Gen10. Microsoft's strategy of Whatever The Opposite of a Pro Edition that S is was a very obvious failure.
I say all that, then I go back and think -- it's not the hardware. It's all about the games. And Microsoft just has never really got that. Even when I thought they were starting to make headway, they proved they haven't learned anything from the debacles with Rare and Bungie -- just buying existing developers doesn't do anything if you can't keep them productive and creative. ActiBliz and Bethesda and all those other high profile recent acquisitions will probably be in the toilet inside of 5 years. Getting bought by Microsoft is the kiss of death.
Minecraft has only avoided that fate because the very original Java version of Minecraft is still going strong, and it hasn't needed a lot of anything - I can't think of any of the additions since the Mojang purchase that has done anything really positive for it. I have no idea how this unit makes any money though.
I was hoping MS would shrink the dimensions of the all-digital Series X to something closer to a Series S in size/design. I really, really like the Series S form factor (it'd be perfect for travel or work night shift gaming) but want the full b/c capability of the Series X.
They didn't detail it, but I doubt these consoles will get m2 2280 support (like the PS5) which is really lame. Oh, and pricing is not great - feel like they should've lowered all SKUs by at least $50.
Also disappointed they didn't reveal the Xbox handheld, but wasn't really expecting it with how recently it would've gone into development. At least Spencer quasi-confirmed it during a post-conference interview (and detailed it would be local, not cloud-based).
I've gotta admit, after the most recent Xbox game showcase, I'm more excited for what's coming to Xbox than the PS5. I mean, I'd likely play most of those titles on PC anyway, but I digress.
1TB when one game can be 400GB?
"MadMummy76, post: 86189, member: 1298" wrote:1TB when one game can be 400GB?
Worst part is that the proprietary storage MS uses for Xbox still cost a premium over their m2 equivalent.
The new X is up to 2TB, the S goes up to 1 TB — so both get a bit of a storage bump. But yeah, storage expansion is that proprietary seagate card
"Brian_B, post: 86198, member: 96" wrote:The new X is up to 2TB, the S goes up to 1 TB — so both get a bit of a storage bump. But yeah, storage expansion is that proprietary seagate card
or WD https://www.amazon.com.be/dp/B0C44B1VSH?tag=georiot-be-default-21&th=1&ascsubtag=wp-be-4871551032864569241-21&geniuslink=true
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Join Discussion →I don't get the point here.
Is this just like the PS Slim release - it doesn't really do anything new, just a slightly more attractive price point?
All Sony has to do is drop the PS5 Pro and drop the mic and this generation will be all over. Nintendo doesn't have to do anything at all, and it's all but won the race and could just sit and watch until Gen10. Microsoft's strategy of Whatever The Opposite of a Pro Edition that S is was a very obvious failure.
I say all that, then I go back and think -- it's not the hardware. It's all about the games. And Microsoft just has never really got that. Even when I thought they were starting to make headway, they proved they haven't learned anything from the debacles with Rare and Bungie -- just buying existing developers doesn't do anything if you can't keep them productive and creative. ActiBliz and Bethesda and all those other high profile recent acquisitions will probably be in the toilet inside of 5 years. Getting bought by Microsoft is the kiss of death.
Minecraft has only avoided that fate because the very original Java version of Minecraft is still going strong, and it hasn't needed a lot of anything - I can't think of any of the additions since the Mojang purchase that has done anything really positive for it. I have no idea how this unit makes any money though.
I was hoping MS would shrink the dimensions of the all-digital Series X to something closer to a Series S in size/design. I really, really like the Series S form factor (it'd be perfect for travel or work night shift gaming) but want the full b/c capability of the Series X.
They didn't detail it, but I doubt these consoles will get m2 2280 support (like the PS5) which is really lame. Oh, and pricing is not great - feel like they should've lowered all SKUs by at least $50.
Also disappointed they didn't reveal the Xbox handheld, but wasn't really expecting it with how recently it would've gone into development. At least Spencer quasi-confirmed it during a post-conference interview (and detailed it would be local, not cloud-based).
I've gotta admit, after the most recent Xbox game showcase, I'm more excited for what's coming to Xbox than the PS5. I mean, I'd likely play most of those titles on PC anyway, but I digress.
1TB when one game can be 400GB?
Worst part is that the proprietary storage MS uses for Xbox still cost a premium over their m2 equivalent.
The new X is up to 2TB, the S goes up to 1 TB — so both get a bit of a storage bump. But yeah, storage expansion is that proprietary seagate card
or WD https://www.amazon.com.be/dp/B0C44B1VSH?tag=georiot-be-default-21&th=1&ascsubtag=wp-be-4871551032864569241-21&geniuslink=true