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Project Helix’s Rumored Performance Lead Over PS6 is “Not That Meaningful” – Rumor

Project Helix’s Rumored Performance Lead Over PS6 is “Not That Meaningful” – Rumor

This discussion comes from the fact that Project Helix is slated to have around 26 percent more compute units than the PS6.

Gaming Copilot is Coming to Xbox Series X/S in 2026

Gaming Copilot is Coming to Xbox Series X/S in 2026

The feature has been available as a beta on Windows 11, and allows players to ask for help with games, or even their achievement history.

Microsoft Teases “Iconic” Xbox Games for Backwards Compatibility With “Entirely New Ways” to Play

Microsoft Teases “Iconic” Xbox Games for Backwards Compatibility With “Entirely New Ways” to Play

While the company hasn't offered more details about this, it might be teasing the idea of Xbox and Xbox 360 games being playable on PC.

Microsoft Has Seemingly Retired “This is an Xbox” Marketing Campaign

Microsoft Has Seemingly Retired “This is an Xbox” Marketing Campaign

The marketing campaign revolved around taking advantage of Microsoft's infrastructure to promote services like cloud gaming on mobile.

PS6, PS6 Handheld and Project Helix Still on Track for Holiday 2027 Launch – Rumor

PS6, PS6 Handheld and Project Helix Still on Track for Holiday 2027 Launch – Rumor

The report comes in light of previous reports predicting that next-generation consoles would be pushed back due to RAM shortages.

Project Helix Alpha Dev Kits Shipping in 2027, Xbox Mode Coming to Windows 11 Next Month

Project Helix Alpha Dev Kits Shipping in 2027, Xbox Mode Coming to Windows 11 Next Month

Xbox might make a comeback in the next couple of years if Microsoft's current efforts to revive its fortunes bear fruit.

Microsoft Teases Project Helix Development Kits at GDC 2026 With New Images

Microsoft Teases Project Helix Development Kits at GDC 2026 With New Images

The company has posted a few black and white pictures, with two of them bearing a resemblance to the dev kits for Xbox One and One X.

Microsoft CEO Calls Gaming One of Company’s “Core Identities” During Internal Q&A

Microsoft CEO Calls Gaming One of Company’s “Core Identities” During Internal Q&A

Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma brought recently brought in Nadella to discuss the future of Xbox and Microsoft's commitment to gaming.

Project Helix Will Have 30 Percent More, 65 Percent Faster CUs Than Xbox Series X – Rumor

Project Helix Will Have 30 Percent More, 65 Percent Faster CUs Than Xbox Series X – Rumor

As for the price tag, Project Helix can cost anywhere between $999 and $1,200 thanks to the costs associated with memory and the Magnus APU.

Project Helix is 25 Percent Faster Than PS6, Sony Unlikely to Delay Console to 2029 – Rumor

Project Helix is 25 Percent Faster Than PS6, Sony Unlikely to Delay Console to 2029 – Rumor

The PS6's chip is also noted as being considerably smaller than the one in Project Helix, making the latter more expensive to produce.

Project Helix is the Next Generation of Xbox Consoles

Project Helix is the Next Generation of Xbox Consoles

Microsoft Gaming's Asha Sharma says the next-generation console will "lead in performance and play your Xbox and PC games."

Microsoft’s New Patent Wants to Assist Players Stuck in Games With AI or Cloud-Based “Helpers”

Microsoft’s New Patent Wants to Assist Players Stuck in Games With AI or Cloud-Based “Helpers”

The new patent filing describes a complex use of AI technologies and the cloud to guide players through challenging gameplay.

Microsoft Gaming’s New CEO Says “Return to Xbox” Will Begin With the Console – Rumor

Microsoft Gaming’s New CEO Says “Return to Xbox” Will Begin With the Console – Rumor

Xbox may be embarking on a new era of fame for its consoles, shaking off the lethargy of its last few years under new leadership.

Phil Spencer Exhausted Himself From “Managing the Beast” at Microsoft, Says Original Xbox Designer

Phil Spencer Exhausted Himself From “Managing the Beast” at Microsoft, Says Original Xbox Designer

Seamus Blackley also said he feels bad for Sarah Bond, calling her "super cool, actual gamer," and that "this is a crappy day for her."

Microsoft Gaming’s New CEO Wants to Foster Community, Reaffirms No AI Slop in Ecosystem

Microsoft Gaming’s New CEO Wants to Foster Community, Reaffirms No AI Slop in Ecosystem

"Xbox players have thousands of dollars invested," she said, "it's incredibly important for me to understand that and protect that."

Original Xbox Console Designer Believes Microsoft Gaming’s New CEO Will Sunset the Division

Original Xbox Console Designer Believes Microsoft Gaming’s New CEO Will Sunset the Division

Executive of Microsoft's CoreAI division Asha Sharma was recently announced as taking over the role of CEO of Microsoft Gaming.

Call of Duty Franchise to Get Standalone Zombies Game on Next-Gen Consoles – Rumor

Call of Duty Franchise to Get Standalone Zombies Game on Next-Gen Consoles – Rumor

Marketing plans to launch Modern Warfare 4 as a launch title for next-gen consoles have reportedly been "hurt" by hardware delays.

Former Xbox President Sarah Bond Opens Up About Resignation: “The Right Time to Take My Next Step”

Former Xbox President Sarah Bond Opens Up About Resignation: “The Right Time to Take My Next Step”

Bond is currently sticking around to ensure a "smooth transition and set the organization up for continued success" as a Special Advisor.

Phil Spencer Retiring From Xbox, Asha Sharma to Become New Microsoft Gaming CEO – Rumor

Phil Spencer Retiring From Xbox, Asha Sharma to Become New Microsoft Gaming CEO – Rumor

Xbox president Sarah Bond has also allegedly resigned, and Matt Booty is reportedly becoming Chief Content Officer in a major shift.

Xbox Ally X Price Increased by Nearly $200 in Japan

Xbox Ally X Price Increased by Nearly $200 in Japan

The ROG Xbox Ally has been unaffected by this, which is likely due to its slower memory when compared to the ROG Xbox Ally X.