Images of a new Xbox Series X have been leaked. But there is nothing to get excited about: it would be a model with the same design as the one released in 2020. It would simply lose its disc drive and would sport a white color.
Microsoft needs a little boost in the console market. While Sony is believed to want to relaunch the race for power with a PlayStation 5 Pro, the Redmond firm could be satisfied with an Xbox Series X without a disc reader. This console was leaked on March 28, 2024, viaeXput. It was corroborated by The Verge.
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What does this Xbox Series X look like without a disc drive? To an Xbox Series Another change: we would go from black to white for the finish (the same matte white as that of the Xbox Series S launched in November 2020). This Xbox Series X would be available in June or July.
Where did the cylindrical Xbox Series
This design, ultimately quite ordinary, not to say dated, appears to be a disappointment when we remember the cylindrical Xbox Series X escaped from official documents during the trial between Microsoft and the FTC. This other version, which may never come out, is much more daring and attractive. “ Brooklin will offer a 4K generation 9 console experience with more storage, faster Wi-Fi, lower consumption, a more immersive controller and a beautiful redesign that elevates the 100% digital experience of the Xbox ecosystem », We read at the time. We also discovered a new game controller.
Conversely, this white Xbox Series eXputer simply mentions updating certain components to improve cooling, which will not disrupt the gaming experience. Microsoft's objective would be to offer a cheaper Xbox Series UHD. This would allow Microsoft to sell its product for around €450 (compared to €550), knowing that an Xbox Series
Have Microsoft's plans changed? Maybe. In any case, it is difficult to see in this Xbox Series to a niche wishing to make some savings by playing mainly via Xbox Game Pass.
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