Jason Ronald anticipates “very big things” for 2026, the year of the 25th anniversary of Xbox

Be aware, next year Xbox turns 25 years old and it's not going to leave anything on the grill.

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Xbox fans have been waiting for a boost in retrocompatibility and, especially, more movement around the classic catalog. In a recent interview, one of the most visible hardware executives hinted that 2026 could be a decisive year for all these issues.

The reference came in a conversation where several current company initiatives were being discussed. In the middle of the conversation, the question arose about whether we will see more titles from the first Xbox available to players, and although the answer was not direct, it did leave a fairly obvious hint of what’s to come.

Jason Ronald points to a 2026 full of announcements for Xbox

Jason Ronald, one of the main executives in the devices area within Xbox, explained that in 2026, the brand will celebrate its 25th anniversary, and that date will be the perfect framework to showcase everything that has been achieved and where the platform is headed.

• The executive did not confirm any specific additions or mention specific products or services. Nevertheless, he insisted that there will be several novelties prepared for that year, and that players should be attentive to what the company will communicate as the date approaches.

If Xbox plans to turn its anniversary into a big moment for the community, everything suggests that 2026 will bring major announcements. We’ll be on the lookout to tell you about it as soon as there’s official information.