According to Xboss Phil Spencer, even if Fable 4 is real (Oh Spencer, you scamp!), Microsoft’s new strategy is to reveal games when they can show off gameplay before they announce a release date.
So what’s on the horizon for Microsoft with the Xbox Scarlett? Could we see multiple systems come 2020, paving the way for a broader ecosystem of consoles? According to Xboss Phil Spencer, Xbox Scarlett will be the only console from the Big M out in 2020, as every effort is being made currently to create a true flagship device.
Going forward, Microsoft isn’t looking to kick off the next generation of console gaming on the technical backfoot again.
Even without some of its biggest players, the annual showcase of all things to do with video games is still shaping up to have plenty to show off via the tried and trusted press conference gauntlet. Now spread out over several days instead of one gruelling marathon, here’s a look at when you can see the hottest new reveals ahead of E3 2019 grand opening.
This generation won’t be as fondly remembered by Microsoft, as Sony and Nintendo left the brand in the dust thanks to their own arsenal of high quality games that resulted in some of the finest system-sellers around. Microsoft is ending its generation with more stable footing, and if the future is any indication, it’s going to be establishing its own rhythm and flow as it releases more original games in the future.
At least Microsoft’s giving Splinter Cell some love. The Xbox team has revealed the final wave of original Xbox games to receive backwards compatibility on the Xbox One, and the line up includes all of the old Splinter Cell games, including the very best one: Chaos Theory. It joins another 4 OG Xbox games, and 19 more Xbox 360 games that are now playable on a console that plays three generations of games.
Even without some of its biggest players, the annual showcase of all things to do with video games is still shaping up to have plenty to show off via the tried and trusted press conference gauntlet. Now spread out over several days instead of one gruelling marathon, here’s a look at when you can see the hottest new reveals ahead of E3 2019 grand opening.
If you missed out on the event, here’s a quick wrap-up of the biggest trailers and news to come out of the Xbox E3 press conference.
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