Microsoft Gaming boss Phil Spencer has confirmed the company’s plans to release an Xbox handheld, but stressed it’s years away from release. https://bit.ly/48Ltnhq
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While I'm very interested, I would be more interested if it were by the end of 2025. Steam Deck and Switch, along with the influx of modern retro consoles, have captured many areas of this market already. I really like the cloud ecosystem Microsoft has got going, but it may be a little late.
XBOX hardware is dead. If they do launch this, it will hit the floor with a resounding thud. Microsoft’s future in games is being a publisher, they have no interest in doing what’s needed to push hardware.
The way they execute this will ensure their cloud gaming (which is already quite good) becomes flawless. Waiting a few more years for network advancements isn't a bad thing. Imagine having thousands of titles in your hands, ready to play without the need for downloads or data restrictions.
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Will be interesting so long as games run natively and not streamed.