Microsoft has once more shuffled its plans for the next Xbox, as it will no longer offer a subsidized model of the console, and technology it says will not be ready until a few years from now, IllumiRoom, will now be part of the reveal event. Read More »
Tag Archives: Next Xbox
Thirsty Conversations: Predict What Microsoft Will Show Tomorrow
It’s upon us, then, the reveal of the next Xbox. Will Microsoft stun the gaming world with an awesome event, or will we be falling asleep while Usher performs to the latest dance tune for some Kinect dance game? Read More »
Here We Go – Next Xbox Reveal Event Now Live
Sony had its chance and now it’s Microsoft go to turn the gaming world upside down with the reveal of the next Xbox. It’s happening tomorrow, we’ll be covering the full thing up-to-the-minute. You’ll also be able to watch the event live, right here on Gamesthirst. Read More »
Weekend Quencher 05/18/13 – Next Xbox Reveal Edition
Ready or not, it’s Microsoft’s turn to show the world what it’s been working on for the past years, as it unveils for the first time the next Xbox. This happens on Tuesday, a mere three days away – and although the hype that Sony brought leading up its own event in February was much more pronounced than MS’s effort to ... Read More »
Microsoft Dropping Xbox Live Points System For Gift Cards
A new report on The Verge is claiming that Microsoft “plans to replace Points with a new gift card system”. Ostensibly this new system will be unveiled at E3, or even earlier at the Xbox reveal event happening next week Tuesday. Read More »
Weekend Quencher 05/11/13 – Transition From One Generation To The Next, Edition
We’re in the seventh generation of consoles, more to the end portion of it, and all in all it’s been quite a generation of gaming. It’s the weekend, friends, what are you guys up to? Read More »
Confirmed: Internet Connection Not Necessary To Play Single-Player Games On Next Xbox
Microsoft should have done this long time ago, but it’s better late than never. The firm confirmed today in an email sent out to employees working on the next Xbox codenamed Durango, that the console won’t need an internet connection to play single-player games. It reads: Durango [the codename for the next Xbox] is designed to deliver the future of ... Read More »
Illumiroom Isn’t Ready For Primetime, Microsoft Says
Microsoft has confirmed that the Illumiroom won’t be ready in time to be released in tandem with the next Xbox, however a demo will go public in July. Read More »
What Do You Expect From Microsoft At The Next Xbox Reveal On May 21st?
After allowing rumors to paint its next-gen Xbox into a horror movie, Microsoft has finally dealt with the situation by formally confirming that one, the thing exists, and two, a reveal is happening on May 21st. The stage is set, the people are ready – what do you expect to hear at the event? Read More »
Next Xbox Shipping Early November For $499, $299 With Subscription
Paul Thurrott, the man who nailed the reveal date of Microsoft’s next Xbox, is back with a new rumor. This one focusing on release date, pricing and more. Read More »
It’s Official, Next Xbox Reveal Happening On May 21st In Redmond, Washington, Invitations Going Out Soon (Update)
Update: Microsoft has just confirmed the news to media outlets around the world. A statement from the firm, as relayed by spokesman Larry “Major Nelson” Hryb is below the break. Original Story: So it begins. The next Xbox’s reveal is truly happening on May 21st, as Microsoft is now in the process of sending out invitations to media outlets. Read More »
New Rumor: Next Xbox Won’t Play Second-Hand Games, Requires Permanent Internet Connection
Here’s what I’ll say: Microsoft hurry up and announce the new Xbox already, because these rumors aren’t doing you any good. Read More »
Should Sony Have Waited To Announce PS4 After Microsoft’s Next Xbox Reveal?
I’ve been thinking hard lately… Microsoft has twice pushed back its next Xbox reveal ever since Sony announced PS4, surely making changes to its losing strategy. Read More »
Ryse Is Next Xbox Halo/Gears of War, Forza 5 Also Coming
As Microsoft continues to let slip news of its next Xbox to stall the armada of bad news the yet to be unveiled console has been receiving, tech site The Verge has been told by unnamed sources that the next Xbox will launch with Ryse, a title Microsoft is positioning as the next Halo/Gears of War. Read More »
Microsoft To Dump MS Points For Real Currency On Next Xbox
This is something gamers have been calling on for years, ditching the Microsoft Points system for real currency. Well come next generation, the new Xbox will use real currency to replace the former. Read More »