Microsoft Xbox Discussion Part II

[Jussi]

https://insider-gaming.com/next-gen-xbox-console-release-planned-for-2027/

 

[x Tame Impala]

I wonder if this 2027 XBOX will be a noticeable jump in quality from the SX. The jump from One/OneX to Series X wasn't anything crazy.

 

[Mikeaveli]

[UPDATE] Bethesda May Shadow Drop The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake in April, Reports Claim - IGN

Bethesda is reportedly set to announce its The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion remake in the coming weeks and release it soon after.

www.ign.com

 

[Jussi]

I wonder if this 2027 XBOX will be a noticeable jump in quality from the SX. The jump from One/OneX to Series X wasn't anything crazy.

The SSD was the biggest leap. One X had more teraflops than Series S IIRC, but the SSD gave the decisive edge to the latter. The Series X is way more powerful than the One X, having owned both I've seen the difference.

 

[Beau Knows]

Feels weird to hear about new Microsoft and Sony consoles when it feels like this generation hasn't really gotten off the ground.

 

[Blitzkrug]

Feels weird to hear about new Microsoft and Sony consoles when it feels like this generation hasn't really gotten off the ground.

Yes for sure, but at the same time 7 years seems about right for a console's lifecycle.

 

[Jussi]

Xbox Has Paid $5 Billion To Indie Developers Via ID@Xbox Program

The indie game program ID@Xbox has paid billions to indie game developers around the world in just over a decade.

insider-gaming.com

 

[Dolemite]

This is the social media manager at Xbox

 

[Jussi]

Here’s the Steam on Xbox evidence Microsoft didn’t want you to see

Microsoft posted and removed a new Xbox UI image with Steam games listed.

www.theverge.com

 

[Rhaegar Targaryen]

Here’s the Steam on Xbox evidence Microsoft didn’t want you to see

Microsoft posted and removed a new Xbox UI image with Steam games listed.

www.theverge.com

Interesting. This would be for the next-gen Xbox?

 

[Jussi]

Interesting. This would be for the next-gen Xbox?

Sources familiar with Microsoft’s plans tell me that the company is currently working on an Xbox app update that will show every game you have installed on your PC. That includes games from Steam and the Epic Games Store, and I understand Microsoft will label these games accordingly.

 

[The Mars Volchenkov]

 

[Hockeyfrilla]

This must be the best stretch of new releases ever on gamepass?

Indiana Jones, Avowed, Atomfall, South of Midnight, Clair Obscur: Expidition 33, Doom: The Dark Ages etc

 

[Mikeaveli]

Xbox Games Showcase Followed by The Outer Worlds 2 Direct Airs June 8 - Xbox Wire

The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 will be livestreamed on Sunday, June 8, immediately followed by The Outer Worlds 2 Direct.

news.xbox.com

 

[Blitzkrug]

South of Midnight is going to clean up at awards shows for anything vibes/sound design related i feel like.

Just a shame the gameplay is so mid.

 

[Hockeyfrilla]

South of Midnight is going to clean up at awards shows for anything vibes/sound design related i feel like.

Just a shame the gameplay is so mid.

Just started playing and yes it looks amazing!

 

[Dolemite]

The base game is free for the next 48 hours. Just add it to your cart and you won’t be charged for it.

 

[Mikeaveli]

Oblivion Leak Reveals 'Remastered' Title, Upgrades, and Deluxe Edition

The Oblivion Remake has been leaked online in a series of images, showcasing key details including an 'Oblivion Remastered' title.

insider-gaming.com

Virtuos leaked some marketing assets for the game on their website lol. I like the new look but the art style is definitely a bit different from the original game. Looks like the game will be coming out sometime next week and is apparently coming to PS5 day one as well.

 

[Jussi]

???

 

[JaegerDice]

The Oblivion remaster is cool and all, but I'm here refreshing my email for my Marathon alpha invite...

 

[Mikeaveli]

 

[The Mars Volchenkov]

We’re all screwed.

 

[Beau Knows]

Further price increases have been widely expected, and has been caused by a number of factors, including the global tariffs imposed by the US on China and other markets.

Xbox raises prices on consoles, games and controllers worldwide

Yeesh, I wonder what the PS6 and next Xbox consoles are gonna cost.

 

[JaegerDice]

The tariffs are giving companies cover to make price increases that they’ve wanted to make for years.

Trump’s tariffs are idiotic, but even if/when he’s booted from office and they’re rescinded, I dont expect prices to drop back down.

This is the new normal.

The last time we had a major downward price refresh, it was due to an new entrant in the console war looking for an advantage, and the introduction of new tech into the industry (optical disks and drives vs cartridges).

SNES games were selling anywhere from $50 to $100 before the Playstation came in and basically set eveey game at a standard $50z

 

[Mikeaveli]

Tariffs don't have anything to do with this, its simply more expensive to produce this hardware now. Sony and Microsoft have already raised the price of their consoles in various regions. This is just the first time it's happening in NA.