Xbox Series X

2 Mar 2021

Xbox Series X is Microsoft’s flagship next-generation console, targeting a 4K baseline, with support for up 120Hz refresh rates across select titles, ray tracing, and more. Cutting-edge hardware includes an AMD Zen 2-based CPU four times more powerful than its Xbox One X counterpart, flanked by an AMD Navi-based GPU and high-speed solid-state drive (SSD) for storage.

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Framed as the most powerful Xbox console to date, it pushes the Xbox family head to head with the PlayStation 5. Xbox Series X launched alongside Xbox Series S in November 2020, retailing for $499 in the U.S.

It eats monsters for breakfast

Xbox Series X Ultimate Guide: Everything you need to know

Jez Corden 3 weeks ago 44

Here's everything you need to know about the new-generation Xbox console from Microsoft: Xbox Series X. This 12TF beast is the most powerful video game console ever made, and comes with a range of fresh features and nuances to take your console gaming to the next level.

Next-gen titans

Xbox Series X vs. PlayStation 5: Everything you need to know

Matt Brown 4 months ago

With the world's biggest next-generation consoles now on store shelves, here's what we know about Xbox Series X, in relation to the Sony PlayStation 5.

Best of the best

Xbox Series X, Series S games list: 4K, 120 FPS, ray tracing, and more

Matt Brown 8 months ago 28

A complete list of Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S Optimized games, including their plans to support 4K resolution, HDR, high FPS gameplay, ray tracing, and more.

Wallets ready

Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S preorders: The ultimate guide

Matt Brown 10 months ago 10

Your ultimate guide to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S preorders, including the planned start date, pricing, where to buy, and everything you need to know.

Ups and downs

Xbox FY21 Q4 revenue climbs 11% while some pandemic growth subsides

Matt Brown 1 hour ago

Microsoft has announced its Xbox FY21 Q4 earnings, with revenue up 11%, though content and services slumped compared to a record-breaking quarter in 2020.

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UK Xbox Series X owners need to grab the expansion card while cheap(er)

Richard Devine 9 hours ago

A rare discount on the Seagate Xbox Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S has dropped it to its lowest ever price. If you've been on the fence, don't miss out

Early findings

Check out a UE5 technical demo from Gears developer The Coalition

Samuel Tolbert 1 day ago 2

The Coalition, developer of the Gears of War franchise at Xbox Game Studios, released a technical demo showing some of the studio's early results testing Unreal Engine 5 on Xbox Series X.

Offline flying

Here's what you need to know about 'offline mode' for MSFS on Xbox

Zachary Boddy 1 day ago 1

Microsoft Flight Simulator is landing on Xbox, and some players have expressed confusion over a semi-mysterious "offline mode" available as an optional add-on for the game. We're going over exactly what offline mode is for Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox, and whether or not you need it.

faster than ever

List of Xbox Series X, Series S games with 120 FPS

Samuel Tolbert and Zachary Boddy 6 days ago 5

One of the biggest new features with the new generation of consoles is the ability to play games at 120 FPS. Here's a list of Xbox Series X and S games with 120 FPS support.

Crossover shooter

Here is everything we know about Tom Clancy's XDefiant

Zackery Cuevas 6 days ago

Tom Clancy shooters are some of the best in their class, but what if they were all smashed into one game? You'll get Tom Clancy's XDefiant, a free-to-play multiplayer shooter that combines the worlds of Tom Clancy. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming game.

Psychedelic platformer

Here's everything we know about Psychonauts 2 on Xbox and PC

Zachary Boddy and Jennifer Locke 1 week ago 2

The long-awaited sequel to the original Psychonauts is coming. Here's what we know about Psychonauts 2, including its release date, gameplay, how to preorder, and much more.

Go next-gen

Best Xbox Series X/S headsets for 2021: Upgrade your audio with these picks

Jez Corden 2 weeks ago

The Xbox Series X is Microsoft's big gaming console. Boasting industry-leading power, the Xbox Series X promises to be the most immersive video gaming console ever made. To that end, you're going to need a similarly immersive headset to go with it.

A series cut short?

A new report suggests Lost Judgment will be the last in the spinoff series

Zackery Cuevas 2 weeks ago

According to a report by Japanese news outlet Nikkan Taishu, Lost Judgment may be the last installment of the spin-off series, because of disputes between Sega and the talent agency representing Judgment's star Takuya Kimura.

More bytes for your buck

Expand your Xbox Series X|S with these best hard drives

Matt Brown 2 weeks ago

Running low on storage with Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S? Check out these external hard drives to expand your space for games and content.

Cutting edge

Surgeon Simulator 2 is crashing onto Xbox later this year

Zachary Boddy 2 weeks ago

Surgeon Simulator 2, the most inaccurate and silliest of all the medical simulators, is officially leaving behind its Epic Game Stores exclusivity. The game is heading to Steam and the Microsoft Store for Xbox and PC on Sept. 2, 2021 with all of its recent updates and content additions in tow.

Upgrade your games

Xbox Series X|S FPS Boost: Every game and how it works

Matt Brown 2 weeks ago 8

Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S pack a new FPS Boost tool, doubling or quadrupling framerates for your favorite games. Here’s every Xbox game with FPS Boost support, coupled with what you need to know about the feature.

Ashen one again

Dark Souls 3 now plays at 60 FPS on Xbox Series X, S with Xbox FPS Boost

Samuel Tolbert 2 weeks ago 2

Dark Souls 3 receives Xbox FPS Boost support, enabling the game to run at 60 FPS on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Dark Souls 3 first launched back in 2016.

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All-4-One serenades Xbox All Access in new music video

Sean Endicott 3 weeks ago 4

A new music video by Microsoft highlights the value of Xbox All Access. The song is set to the tune of "I Swear" and performed by All-in-One.

X-Cellent Savings

Best Xbox Controller Deals July 2021: $20 off Volcano Shadow SE & more

Alex Smith 3 weeks ago 3

Getting an Xbox Wireless Controller in your hands at a discount isn't too difficult these days. We're gathering all the best Xbox controller deals that are available right now to help you save on the purchase.