Microsoft confirms new Xbox consoles and raises hopes for Steam without mentioning it directly
Microsoft has confirmed new Xbox consoles in a video, raising hopes for Steam without mentioning it directly
Microsoft has confirmed the next generation of Xbox, the continuation of its partnership with AMD, and the opening of the platform in a video
After Microsoft “only” unveiled a Windows handheld with Xbox branding at the Xbox Games Showcase, the president of Microsoft’s Xbox division, Sarah Bond, confirmed speculation and rumors about new Xbox consoles and Xbox handhelds in a video on YouTube.
In detail:
- Microsoft will continue to work with AMD to develop customized chips for the next generation of Xbox.
- In addition to the traditional console, Xbox handhelds developed in collaboration with Asus and AMD will also be released.
- The integration with Windows will also be further intensified.
Here is the video:
The next Xbox is set to be a more open platform
According to Sarah Bond, the next generation of Xbox will be playable anywhere and not limited to a single device or store.
Although Bond did not provide any further details on the opening up of the platform, her statement could be interpreted to mean that platforms such as Steam could also be available on Xbox in the future.
This information is not entirely new. Phil Spencer, who heads Microsoft’s gaming division,announced back in 2024that he would like to see PC gaming platforms on Xbox.
This statement is reinforced by the announcement that the Xbox team would be working closely with Microsoft’s Windows team. Microsoft wants to ensure that Windows remains the number one gaming platform in the future.
It’s about giving you a gaming platform that’s always with you, so you can play the games you want, across devices, wherever you want, and giving you an Xbox experience that isn’t tied to a single store or device.
That’s why we’re working closely with the Windows team to ensure that Windows is the best platform for gaming – everywhere.
Now we want to hear from you. Would you like to see Steam, Gog, and others on the next Xbox? Feel free to leave us a comment.
Video confirms next Xbox generation, continued partnership with AMD, and opening of platformAfter Microsoft “only” unveiled a Windows handheld with Xbox branding at the Xbox Games Showcase, the president of Microsoft’s Xbox division, Sarah Bond, confirmed speculation and rumors about new Xbox consoles and Xbox handhelds in a video on YouTube.
In detail:
- Microsoft will continue to work with AMD to develop customized chips for the next generation of Xbox.
- In addition to the traditional console, Xbox handhelds developed in collaboration with Asus and AMD will also be released.
- The integration with Windows will also be further intensified.
Here is the video:
The next Xbox is set to be a more open platform
According to Sarah Bond, the next generation of Xbox will be playable anywhere and not limited to a single device or store.
Although Bond did not provide any further details on the opening up of the platform, her statement could be interpreted to mean that platforms such as Steam could also be available on Xbox in the future.
This information is not entirely new. Phil Spencer, who heads Microsoft’s gaming division,announced back in 2024that he would like to see PC gaming platforms on Xbox.
This statement is reinforced by the announcement that the Xbox team would be working closely with Microsoft’s Windows team. Microsoft wants to ensure that Windows remains the number one gaming platform in the future.
It’s about giving you a gaming platform that’s always with you, so you can play the games you want, across devices, wherever you want, and giving you an Xbox experience that isn’t tied to a single store or device.
That’s why we’re working closely with the Windows team to ensure that Windows is the best platform for gaming – everywhere.
Now we want to hear from you. Would you like to see Steam, Gog, and others on the next Xbox? Feel free to leave us a comment.
