Next Xbox Could Cost as Much as $1,800 — 2028 Release Expected

Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console could cost consumers as much as $1, 800 when it launches, according to a new report that additionally claims the business is targeting a 2028 release.

Key points

• The console, codenamed Project Helix, has reportedly been internally projected to cost between $1, 200 and $1, 800.
• As the report notes, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma intends to release Project Helix during the 2028 holiday season.
• The documented $1, 200 to $1, 800 range represents an internal projection rather than a finalized consumer rate.
• Before the home console launches, Microsoft is reportedly planning a next-generation Xbox handheld for the 2027 holiday season.
• Microsoft has described its next generation of Xbox hardware as a broader family of devices, with Project Helix designed to backing both Xbox and PC games.

Meanwhile, the console, codenamed Project Helix, has reportedly been internally projected to cost between $1, 200 and $1, 800. Nevertheless, that is not a confirmed retail rate, and Microsoft could reduce the final cost by subsidizing the hardware. US Congressman Wants Gamers to Actually Own the Games They Purchase.

Microsoft has not officially confirmed a retail launch date or rate for the console.

For context, the firm has, even so, already confirmed that Project Helix is in development. In March, Microsoft remarked it was working with AMD on the next-generation Xbox and planned to commence shipping alpha versions of the hardware to developers in 2027.

Microsoft has described its next generation of Xbox hardware as a broader family of devices, with Project Helix designed to backing both Xbox and PC games. New Xbox Handheld Could Arrive First.

Meanwhile, the handheld is remarked to be part of the company's wider Project Helix hardware aims. The report does not provide a cost for the device.

It additionally remains unclear whether Microsoft will manufacture the handheld itself or work with another hardware business. PS6 May Be Delayed and Cost More Than $1, 000.

Notably, the documented $1, 200 to $1, 800 range represents an internal projection rather than a finalized consumer rate.

Microsoft could choose to subsidize the console. It would lower the amount customers pay at launch.

For now, Microsoft has only officially confirmed that Project Helix is under development. The documented 2027 handheld launch, 2028 console release and potential $1, 800 rate remain unconfirmed intends. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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