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Xbox Project Helix Console to Merge PC and Console Gaming

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Microsoft's next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will feature custom AMD silicon with advanced ray tracing and AI upscaling. Developer kits are expected to ship in 2027, with a potential consumer launch around the same time. This new console aims to unify the Xbox and PC gaming ecosystems, potentially launching at a high price point.

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Engadget

Xbox Project Helix is a 'family of devices,' CEO reveals

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma revealed that the company is developing a 'great family of devices' under the codename Project Helix. This suggests a broader hardware strategy beyond current console offerings.

Shack News

Xbox will not share Project Helix news during the Xbox Games Showcase

Xbox has stated that there will be no news regarding the next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix, shared during the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase in June. The company is focusing on other announcements for the event.

Retro Gamer

Xbox to introduce Project Helix today in brand new showcase, and it's all eyes on Diamond

Microsoft is hosting its first Xbox Game Dev Update showcase to formally introduce its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix. The showcase will feature updates on Project Helix, which is co-designed with AMD for DirectX and FSR Diamond technology. General manager Chris Charla and VP Jason Ronald will present the information on the Game Dev Update YouTube channel.

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Blues News

Evening Consolidation

An executive stated that Microsoft's next-generation Xbox Project Helix will benefit from the collaboration between its hardware and software teams. Separately, the co-op survival horror game Dark Hours is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X on April 22.

Gamespot

Xbox Project Helix Could Be A Make-Or-Break Moment For Microsoft

Microsoft has revealed more details about its upcoming console/PC platform, codenamed Project Helix, with developer kits set to ship in 2028. Industry analysts suggest this indicates a consumer launch no earlier than 2028, potentially facing high prices due to component shortages like RAM. Project Helix is seen as a significant strategic move for Xbox, potentially marking a shift towards a PC-first ecosystem.

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Gamespot

Xbox Tries To Win Us Back | Kurt & Lucy Gotcha Covered

This week's news covers details about Xbox's Project Helix, alongside other gaming-related topics. The segment aims to provide listeners with the biggest news stories of the week.

Cyberockk

Microsoft’s Next Xbox, Project Helix, Won’t Reach Alpha Until 2027

Microsoft revealed details about its next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, at GDC 2026. The console will feature a custom AMD chip with significant improvements in ray tracing and a new machine learning-based FSR upscaling technology. Alpha development kits are slated for release to developers in 2027, with a focus on closer integration between Xbox and PC gaming ecosystems.

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FZ.se

Xbox Helix skickas till utvecklare under 2027: "Ett enormt kliv"

Microsoft has revealed details about its next-generation Xbox, codenamed "Project Helix," which is expected to launch around 2027. The console will feature a custom AMD SoC, offering significant advancements in ray tracing, AI integration, and overall performance. Alpha versions are slated to be sent to developers starting in 2027.

Digital Trends

Microsoft finally shares details of the Xbox Project Helix console and its AMD heart

Microsoft officially unveiled details for its next-generation console, codenamed Xbox "Project Helix," at the 2026 Game Developer Conference. The console features a custom AMD SoC with support for next-gen DirectX and FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) Diamond, promising enhanced ray tracing and visual performance. Project Helix will also support PC games and feature a unified development environment for developers, with an alpha testing phase for developers starting in 2027.

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Retro Gamer

Early Xbox Project Helix specs promise "next-generation" AI upscaling and an "order of magnitude leap in ray tracing performance" as Microsoft tries to win the next-gen console war before it even starts

Microsoft has revealed early specifications for its next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, developed in partnership with AMD. The console will feature custom AMD silicon designed for next-generation DirectX and FSR, promising significant advancements in AI upscaling and an order of magnitude leap in ray tracing performance. Dev kits are expected to roll out in 2027.

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N4G

IGN Entertainment is exclusive media sponsor for Nite to Unite 2026

Microsoft CEO Asha Sharma confirmed that the next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will support both Xbox and PC games. Vice President of Next-Gen Jason Ronald will host a presentation at GDC 2026 titled "Building for the Future with Xbox," likely detailing the console's capabilities.

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N4G

GDC confirms return to San Francisco in 2027

Microsoft CEO Asha Sharma confirmed that the next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will support both Xbox and PC games. Vice President of Next-Gen Jason Ronald will present on 'Building for the Future with Xbox' at GDC 2026, offering insights into the future of the platform.

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FZ.se

Snabbkollen – Är Xbox Helix intressant?

Microsoft has revealed details about its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix, which is expected to offer class-leading performance. A key feature is its support for both Xbox and PC games, aiming to bridge the gap between the two platforms. Further information regarding price, release date, and specific performance metrics remains undisclosed.

Gamespot

Xbox Project Helix Gets Key Updates, Including When Developers Will Get The System

Microsoft's Xbox division provided updates on its next-generation Project Helix platform at the Game Developers Conference. Alpha development kits are slated to be distributed to developers in 2027, with the platform featuring custom AMD silicon, advanced raytracing, and neural rendering capabilities. Industry analysts predict a high price point for the console, potentially starting at $900.

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Metro UK

Games Inbox: Will Project Helix be a successful comeback for Xbox?

Readers discuss the potential success of Microsoft's 'Project Helix' for Xbox, with concerns about its high cost and whether it's too late for a comeback. Other topics include the aging audience for single-player games, Nintendo's Direct presentations, and the challenges of reviving the Prince of Persia franchise.

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Invision Community

Xbox Reveals Project Helix – The Next Generation Console That Will Play PC Games | Invision Game Community

Microsoft has revealed Project Helix, the codename for its next-generation Xbox console, which will be capable of playing both Xbox and PC games. This move signals a significant shift towards a unified gaming ecosystem, blending console convenience with PC flexibility. The hardware, expected around 2027 and powered by AMD, aims to redefine gaming hardware by merging console and PC gaming into a single system.

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Gaming On Linux

Xbox "Project Helix" confirmed to run Xbox and PC games - competition for the Steam Machine

Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma confirmed 'Project Helix,' the codename for the next-generation Xbox console, which will be capable of playing both Xbox and PC games. This move positions the new Xbox as a direct competitor to Valve's Steam Machine and potentially influences Sony's strategy regarding PC ports.

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Blues News

New Xbox Codenamed Project Helix, Will Play PC Games

Xbox has revealed Project Helix, described as the next generation of Xbox console, through a post on X. A brief video showcased the project's logo. Asha Sharma provided additional details regarding the announcement.

Engadget

Xbox CEO confirms next-gen 'Project Helix' console will play PC games

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has confirmed that Microsoft's next-generation console, codenamed 'Project Helix,' will be capable of playing PC games. Sharma will discuss the new system, which aims to 'lead in performance,' at GDC next week. The announcement comes after Sharma's recent appointment as Xbox CEO and amidst speculation about a potential delay for the PlayStation 6.