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Rumour Microsoft Spending 'A Lot Of Money' On Something Xbox Related, Not An Acquisition
"The way it was phrased to me, it would be a big deal"
It's rumour time! We've got some very open-ended gossip to share today - VentureBeat reporter and noted industry insider Jeff Grubb says he's been informed that Microsoft is spending "a lot of money" on something Xbox related that isn't a new studio acquisition (via Video Games Chronicle)...
Talking Point What Will You Play First On Your New Xbox Series S/X?
Maybe some Assassin's Creed Valhalla?
The countdown is on. The Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X are officially dropping on November 10th with pre-orders set to begin next week (!) on September 22nd, which means it's time to start planning for launch day. If you're fortunate enough to pick up a brand-new system on day one, there's a big decision...
News Those Xbox Series SSD Expansion Cards Will Be Hot Swappable
"No need to reboot the console"
The Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X will feature internal custom-built SSDs with 512GB and 1TB of storage respectively, and if you want to play next-gen games built for the new consoles, you'll need to install them on that internal SSD - or buy a special 1TB Seagate Storage Expansion Card that matches the internal SSD...
News Expect The Xbox Series S/X To Sell Out Very Quickly, Warns Best Buy
Sounds like you'll want to get in early
In case you missed it earlier this week, pre-orders for both the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X are set to go live later this month on September 22nd, and we certainly wouldn't be surprised if they sell out pretty quickly. In a new blog from Best Buy Canada, the company has confirmed that it expects the two...
News Microsoft's Entire Xbox Series S Press Briefing Has Leaked Online
But there's no real use for it now
The leaks just never end for Microsoft, do they?! Following the rushed reveal of the Xbox Series S due to the system being leaked this past Tuesday, the entire "Virtual Press Briefing" for the system has leaked online. The videos have been posted by Twitter user WalkingCat, and while we're not going to share them...
Random The Xbox Series S Has Been On Phil Spencer's Bookshelf Since July
"and nobody noticed"
If you have been watching Phil Spencer participate in video interviews from his home in recent months, it means you technically already saw the Xbox Series S well before its official reveal this week, you just didn't realise it at the time. According to the Xbox Twitter account, he's had one hidden away on his bookshelf since...
News Xbox Series S Will Run Xbox One S Versions Of Backwards Compatible Games, With Improvements
Including Auto HDR & faster load times
Microsoft has confirmed that the Xbox Series S will run the Xbox One S versions of backwards compatible Xbox and Xbox 360 titles, instead of their Xbox One X Enhanced equivalents. Since the release of the Xbox One X in 2017, Microsoft has been updating some of its classic titles to run in 4K resolution with...
Guide How Do Accessories Work On The Xbox Series S & X?
Here's everything you need to know
It hasn't actually been very long at all since Microsoft explained how accessories will work on the Xbox Series X, but now that the Xbox Series S has also been revealed, let's take another look at how you can use old and new accessories on your brand-new, next-gen Xbox console this Holiday. First off, we'll...
News Xbox Series S Won't Hold Back Next-Gen 'In The Slightest', Says Dev
"Anybody with even a little experience will tell you as such"
Ever since the Xbox Series S was officially revealed earlier this week, there's been some speculation as to whether it might cause issues for developers due to its lower-powered specs compared to the Xbox Series X. Everyone has their opinion, of course, but in this specific case, indie...
News Halo's Master Chief Has A Hidden Cameo Inside The Xbox Series S
But you'll probably never see it for yourself
If you were keeping up with Xbox Series X news all the way back in March, you might remember a story about a hidden Master Chief sticker located inside the Xbox Series X. And now that the Xbox Series S has also been officially revealed, the sticker has also been spotted inside that system. In this case,...
News Microsoft Exec Denounces Next-Gen Xbox Leaks As 'Theft'
"It's simply not cool"
It's been a huge week for Microsoft with some major reveals including the Xbox Series S itself, the price and release date of the Xbox Series X, and the announcement that EA Play is joining Xbox Game Pass. It only happened so suddenly because of leaks that took place early Tuesday, h
News You'll Be Able To Record & Stream Gameplay At 4K, 60FPS On Xbox Series X
But no word about the Xbox Series S
Microsoft has confirmed that the Xbox Series X has the capability of recording and streaming gameplay at 4K visuals and 60 frames per-second, which is an upgrade over the 4K, 30fps on Xbox One X. As first reported by Polygon, Microsoft revealed this information via a media-only fact sheet this week, although this...
News UK Retailer Announces Start Time For Xbox Series Pre-Orders
It all kicks off on September 22nd
After months of anticipation, we now finally know the official prices and release dates of the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, set to launch on November 10th. We also know the pre-order date - September 22nd - but so far, Microsoft hasn't given out too many details about the next-gen pre-order process. However,...
News Xbox Will Be The 'Only' Next-Gen Console Supporting Dolby Vision And Atmos
"The future looks (and sounds) really good"
When the next-generation Xbox launches this November, it'll be the first-ever console with Dolby Vision and Atmos. GM of Xbox Games Marketing Aaron Greenberg followed this up by noting how both the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S would also be the "only" next-gen consoles to support this technology. Atmos...
News Extreme Sports Game Riders Republic Announced For February 2021
Jump into the massive multiplayer playground
Ubisoft has today announced Riders Republic - a brand-new extreme sports "fantasy land" coming to Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X on February 25, 2021, with a free next-gen upgrade available via Smart Delivery. The game is described as a "massive multiplayer playground", allowing you to battle against over...
Video Watch The Ubisoft Forward September Livestream Here
Featuring reveals, updates and more
Update: The event is now over, but you can catch the full replay below! Original story: It's been a very busy week in the world of Xbox, so you might have forgotten that Ubisoft is hosting an event today, featuring the full reveal of Immortals Fenyx Rising (formerly known as Gods & Monsters)! The pre-show...
Guide How Do Backwards Compatible Games Work On The Xbox Series S/X?
Here's everything you need to know
Backwards compatibility is going to be a big part of the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, with thousands of titles available for you to play across three generations of Xbox from launch day on November 10th. The first thing you need to know about the feature is that all the original Xbox and Xbox 360 backwards...
News Influencers Get Their Hands On The Xbox Series S & X Prototypes
Let's look at some comparisons
Following this week's mass of reveals and announcements for the Xbox Series S and X, Microsoft has provided some very select YouTube influencers and journalists with access to the consoles... well, at least in prototype form! You can see the two systems up close in the Unbox Therapy video above, and you'll also find...
News Here's Another Look At Quick Resume On The Xbox Series S
Switch between multiple games near-instantly
One of the new features coming to the next generation of Xbox consoles when the Xbox Series S and X launch this November is Quick Resume, allowing you to switch between multiple games near-instantly. We've seen this demoed on the Xbox Series X before, but Microsoft has now shared an updated look at it...
Guide How To Watch Today's Ubisoft Forward Event
All the times and links you need
It's been a very busy week in the world of Xbox, so you might have forgotten that Ubisoft is hosting an event later today, featuring the full reveal of Immortals Fenyx Rising (formerly known as Gods & Monsters)! Like the last show that took place back in July, the event will feature a pre-show with updates from...
Reaction Xbox Is Making Next-Gen Gaming More Accessible Than Ever
It's been a huge few days for Microsoft
Have you recovered from the last couple of days in Xbox land yet? We certainly haven't! It's been a very busy 48 hours-or-so for Microsoft following an unexpected leak in the early part of Tuesday, but the company recovered admirably, and there's a very evident sense of positivity radiating from the brand...
News Forza Horizon 4's Enhanced Version Hits Xbox Series S/X This November
It'll be waiting for you at the start line
Microsoft and Playground Games have reiterated that an enhanced version of Forza Horizon 4 will be available for Xbox Series S & X on November 10th, meaning it will be ready for you on launch day. As previously confirmed, the game will now run in native 4K Ultra HD at 60 frames per-second on Xbox...
News Aaron Greenberg Explains The Xbox Series S 'Lockhart' Codename
“The Little City with the big heart”
Before it was revealed earlier this week, the Xbox Series S had been the subject of many rumours throughout the past couple of years. For a long time, it was only known as the 'Lockhart' - the codename for the system within Microsoft - and now the company has revealed why it chose that name. Taking to...
News Microsoft Officially Announces Its Robot White Xbox Controller
Available for standalone purchase this holiday
We've seen the new white controller that comes with the Xbox Series S in leaks and the recently released promotional materials, but now the Xbox Twitter account has gone to the extent of giving it a standalone announcement. In case you missed this detail in the main announcement, it's officially known...
News Yakuza: Like A Dragon Release Brought Forward For Xbox Series Consoles
It's another launch title
Publisher SEGA and developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio have announced today that the release of Yakuza: Like a Dragon has been brought forward to November 10th on Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X (via Gematsu). This now makes the game a launch title on the next-gen systems, although interestingly there's no word on whether this...
News Codemasters Announces Dirt 5 As An Xbox Series S / X Launch Title
Get behind the wheel on November 10th
Following the announcement that both the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X will launch on November 10th, Codemasters has revealed that Dirt 5 will be available on the system from day one. The game is set to release a few days earlier on November 6th for Xbox One, but will leverage Smart Delivery, meaning you'll...
News Phil Spencer Confirms Xbox Series S Reveal Was Supposed To Be Next Week
"I know it's been a wait..."
Xbox boss Phil Spencer has commented on yesterday's Xbox Series S surprise reveal following an unexpected leak earlier in the day, explaining that it was originally intended for next week. In a post on Twitter, the head of Xbox praised his team for responding so well: "I know it's been a wait for price, date,...
News Microsoft Shares The Official Tech Specs For The Xbox Series S / X
All the next-gen technical info
We've seen countless tech spec comparisons over the past few months as rumours flew in about the Xbox Series S... but now it's officially been revealed! And as a result, Microsoft has finally unveiled the official spec breakdown. You can see it below, which confirms the Xbox Series S is packing very similar specs in...
Video This Is How Quickly The Xbox Series S Can Load Games
Compared to the Xbox One S
One of the features that we've been hearing a lot about with the Xbox Series X (and now S) is the potential for faster loading times, and now Microsoft has demoed this on the newly-announced Xbox Series S. As you can see from the timestamped video above (starts at 3:55), The Outer Worlds loads into a level from the menu...
News Gears Tactics Hits Console With Xbox Game Pass On November 10th
Just in time for the next-gen launch
The Coalition has confirmed today that the console version of Gears Tactics arrives on Xbox Game Pass on November 10th, which just so happens to be the release date for the Xbox Series S and X. The game will be available for Xbox One, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X respectively, and has previously been revealed...
News Here's Actual Footage Of Gears 5 Running At 120FPS On Xbox Series S
This is the real deal
The Xbox Series S launches alongside the Xbox Series X on November 10th for just £249 / $299, and it'll still be able to support frame rates of up to 120fps - in fact, Microsoft has already proved it. In the timestamped video above (it begins at 6:04), you can see actual footage of Gears 5 running at 120fps on the lower-spec...
News Microsoft Shares A More In-Depth Look At The Xbox Series S
Take a look at the system in action
The Xbox Series S was officially announced yesterday with a low, low price of £249 / $299, and now Microsoft has shared some more details about the system in a new video and post on its website. The company says the primary difference between the Xbox Series S and X is in resolution, noting that many fans...
News Xbox All Access Will Cost You $34.99 / £28.99 A Month With A Series X Console
$24.99 / £20.99 with the Series S
Microsoft has announced it is updating its Xbox All Access service in light of the Xbox Series X price reveal. It had already been hinted that All Access would cost $24.99 / £20.99 a month if you picked the less-powerful Series S, but it's now official – and we also know that jumping up to the full-fat Series X...
News Don't Worry, Xbox Series Pre-Orders Won't Be Shadow Dropped
"You can sleep at night"
Update: Microsoft has now confirmed that pre-orders for the Xbox Series X & S will begin on September 22nd. Original story: As we've already mentioned today, GM of Xbox Games Marketing Aaron Greenberg appeared in the live chat of the RDX Podcast last night following the
News More Xbox News To Come This Week, Confirms Aaron Greenberg
Let the speculation begin
Update: We've now got our news! The Xbox Series X price has dropped, along with Xbox Game Pass news and pre-order dates for both the Series X and Series S! He certainly wasn't lying... Original story: Following the surprise reveal of the Xbox Se
Rumour Could The Xbox Series X 1TB Expansion Card Be Upwards Of $200?!
We're sceptical about this one
With the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X set to be equipped with 512GB and 1TB custom SSDs respectively, some fans will undoubtedly be looking to increase their storage capacities over time. That's where the Seagate 1TB Storage Expansion Card comes in for Xbox Series X (Series S details still to be confirmed),...
Random Fans Beg Microsoft To Put A Gigantic Xbox Logo On The Series S
"Please Microsoft"
The Xbox Series S obviously has a lot going for it, but for some fans, it admittedly falls short in the looks department. While most of us are used to owning rectangular-shaped consoles by now, it's hard to stop looking at the gigantic circular vent that kind of looks like a speaker. It's become a bit of a joke on social media...
Random Would The Xbox Series S Look Even Better In Black?
What do you think of this design?
When a new console is announced, fan art is never far behind. Following the official reveal of the Xbox Series S earlier today, an Xbox user by the name of Skiiidrow posted this mock-up of the console in black as opposed to white on Twitter, and we have to say it certainly gives the white version a run for its...
News Microsoft Employee Criticises 'Frustrating' Xbox Series S Leak
"We all tried so hard to not leak..."
The Xbox Series S is now official - the second, lesser-powered (but still highly competent) next-gen console from Microsoft is arriving in November and will be available for £249.99 / $299.99. But the reason it's been made official today is that images and details for the system actually leaked this morning,...
News Multiple Developers Said To Be 'Very Impressed' With The Xbox Series S
"It's no joke"
What a day it's been! We've finally been treated to the official reveal of the Xbox Series S, which releases November 10th for the superb price of £249.99 / $299.99. We can't wait for that date to get here! There's been a lot of speculation about how the console will be able to perform so well at such a low price point, but...
News Microsoft Officially Reveals The Xbox Series S, £249 Confirmed
Update: Arrives November 10th
Update (Tue 8th Sep, 2020 17:45 BST): Microsoft has made it official - the Xbox Series S is now confirmed to be releasing for £249.99 in the UK, $299.99 in the U.S. and €299.99 in many European regions. In addition, the company has also revealed the official trailer for the console that leaked earlier this morning...
Poll Which Next-Gen Xbox Are You Currently Planning To Buy?
Xbox Series S or Xbox Series X
Update (Wed 9th Sep, 2020 20:30 BST): With both the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X now officially revealed, we've got a good idea about what to expect from both systems when they release later this year on November 10th. In case you missed it, the Xbox Series X will launch at a price of £449 / $499, while the...
News New Xbox Game Pass Feature Reportedly Set To Be Revealed Soon
"To increase the overall value for new and current subscribers"
It was reported around this time back in August by industry insider Jeff Grubb that Microsoft was planning to reveal "another big reason to get Game Pass" in the near future, and industry analyst Daniel Ahmad has now confirmed there's an announcement planned for this month. In...
News Microsoft Teases More Major Xbox News For This Month
As if the Xbox Series S reveal wasn't enough
It's all been happening so far today - the Xbox Series S leaked all over the internet early this morning, leading to Microsoft officially announcing the console (and its low, low price) a few hours later. Following this, Xbox global product marketing handler Marty Hess took to Twitter to address the...
Rumour Xbox Series S To Be Bundled With Phone Contracts In The UK
According to "multiple sources"
The Xbox Series S was officially revealed by Microsoft earlier today following a stream of leaks, and more information is being revealed about the system all the time - even the trailer is now out in the wild! One of the latest reports comes from Video Games Chronicle's Andy Robinson on Twitter, who sugg
News Xbox Series S Reveal Trailer Confirms 120FPS Support, 512GB SSD
Watch the official video here
Update: Microsoft has now officially revealed the full trailer, which you can watch above. Original story: The Xbox Series S was officially announced by Microsoft earlier today, and now the reveal trailer for the system has also leaked courtesy of WalkingCat on Twitter, featuring plenty of new details. The video...
Poll Which Design Do You Prefer, Xbox Series S Or X?
Which is the most appealing to you?
After months of reports, rumours and speculation, the Xbox Series S next-gen console leaked earlier today ahead of being officially announced by Microsoft, set to launch at a very appealing £249/$299 price point. Microsoft has also given us our first official look at the system, which means we can finally take a...
News New Game Ratings Possibly Hint At More Xbox Series S Evidence
We're ready for that big reveal
Ah, the Xbox Series S. Microsoft's unannounced second next-gen console is quickly becoming the worst kept secret in gaming after multiple references to the system were seemingly leaked over the past month, and now it looks like we might have even more evidence that console will be unveiled very soon. As reported by...
News Xbox Series S Referenced Once Again Via Xbox Game Pass
To be revealed this month?
The existence of the long-rumoured, but unannounced Xbox Series S console was seemingly confirmed back in early August following a controller leak, and now it looks like a reference to the system has been spotted once again - this time via an official Xbox Game Pass Ultimate trial code sheet. This comes courtesy of...
News Here Are The Latest Rumoured Xbox Series S Specs
Including a comparison with the Series X
The Xbox Series S is almost certainly on its way later this year - its existence was seemingly revealed as part of a controller leak a couple of weeks ago, and insiders have been reporting on it for months. We even have a rundown of what the specifications for the console are rumoured to look like, although...
