Microsoft Announces Long-Term Partnership to Develop Next-Gen Xbox

Alright, let’s dive into this wild ride. So, Microsoft’s back at it again—teaming up with AMD for the next wave of Xbox consoles. Yeah, they’re planning to whip out the Xbox Series X sequel, maybe around 2027? That’s what the grapevine’s saying. What’s interesting is they’re not just sticking to consoles; apparently, they’re trying to get games running on pretty much everything – PCs, handhelds, your toaster, who knows?

Rumors have been swirling around like a tornado at a dessert buffet. Xbox ditched their own handheld dream, but there was this big showcase on June 8th where they teased us with a taste of what’s next. Sarah Bond, the big boss over at Xbox, showed off this ROG Xbox Ally handheld. By 2025, they say it’ll hit the shelves. Not sure how I feel about that name. Sounds like a fitness tracker mingled with a spaceship.

Now, some geeky reports are out there about Windows 11 getting a power-up too, making it more gamer-friendly. Windows teaming with Xbox, huh? It feels like when two of your friends suddenly become besties out of nowhere. Anyway — where was I? Oh, yeah, despite all this shifting about, Xbox and AMD are solid partners now.

Right, so the juicy bit: Sarah Bond, in a video on Xbox’s channel, sounds pretty hyped. Talks about this partnership as a game-changer (pun intended), promising crisper graphics and mind-blowing gameplay, thanks to AI magic—I mean, who doesn’t love a bit of AI in their games? They’re pushing for this seamless play across different devices. Like, you won’t be chained to just one box or app store anymore.

Bond casually threw in how they’re buddying up more with the Windows crew. Maybe it’s a plan to make Windows 11 the gaming mothership? Sounds like it. Plus, that ROG Xbox Ally — still rolls weirdly off the tongue — seems part of that Windows boost plan.

And if whispers are to be believed, the next Xbox console, rolling out after the Series X, is in full sprint mode. 2027’s not moving—at least for now. Xbox’s working side gigs too, teaming with ASUS (hi, ROG Ally again!) and even hinting at getting cozy with Nintendo Switch 2—Phil Spencer’s words not mine!

Gosh, feels like tech friendships are as dizzying as reality TV. Anyway—maybe next time, we’ll hear about an Xbox fridge that plays your old PlayStation games. Who knows? Stay tuned or don’t.