Microsoft confirms that the development of the new Xbox is “very advanced

Xbox Next is already very advanced, as confirmed by Microsoft's management.

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In the midst of a transition in Microsoft Gaming’s direction, one of the biggest questions revolves around the future of hardware. Is the next console still on track? The answer is clear: yes.

In an open letter published on LinkedIn, Sarah Bond has left an important update on the state of the next generation. In one of the most relevant parts of the message, she confirms that “the development of the next Xbox console is well underway”, a phrase that dispels doubts about Microsoft’s commitment to hardware.

Xbox Next moves forward with a steady pace towards the next generation

The comment comes in a context of executive changes and debates about Xbox’s future strategy. However, this statement reinforces the idea that Microsoft has not slowed down work on its next console.

• Although there is no official release date, various rumors place the possible arrival of the new Xbox towards the end of 2027. What is clear is that the internal process has already overcome initial phases and is at an advanced stage of development.

The confirmation also aligns with the recent message from the new management, which has reiterated its commitment to the console as a fundamental pillar of the Xbox ecosystem, even in a strategy that is increasingly open to PC, cloud, and mobile devices.

Amidst the noise and speculation, this update provides a concrete signal: the next Xbox is still on track and the work is more advanced than many thought.