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The Microsoft-FTC case concluded long ago, but the submitted court documents aimed at continuing litigation have been made public and dissected. Traditionally, sensitive information is redacted before document disclosure, but this time, many crucial details were exposed without censorship.
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As a result, many gamers have delved into reports, proposals, projects, meeting documents, and work-related emails from the leadership of American game companies. The collected information is substantial, with numerous small details emerging in the massive document set. Here are the most notable news compiled by Mytour.
New Xbox Series X Edition
Microsoft is brewing a new generation Xbox Series X console, codenamed Brooklin. This upgraded version boasts a 2TB hard drive, sans the disk drive, and sports a sleek curved design. Accompanying features include power-saving functionality, enhanced Wi-Fi, and a price tag roughly comparable to the current model.
In addition, a new controller model is in the works for Xbox, codenamed Sebille. This gamepad will feature more effective haptic sensors and gyro control. The device's aesthetic will blend black and white, and it's rumored to have a removable battery. The controller is expected to debut in May 2024.
Xbox 'Next Gen' Controller
The Sebile controller, with significant improvements in durability and repairability, will come equipped with a removable rechargeable battery, allowing users easy replacement when needed. The joystick mechanisms will employ Hall Effect technology, eliminating the issue of 'drifting.'
The new controller's manufacturing material is recycled, reducing plastic resin waste. Precision vibration technology, speakers, accelerometers, and more will be integrated into Sebile for an immersive gaming experience.
Upcoming Games from Bethesda
Considered the second significant revelation from the Microsoft-FTC lawsuit documents, Bethesda's game release schedule unveils intriguing details. Although drafted in 2020, the schedule shows a certain level of accuracy. Game release timelines need to be pushed back by at least 2 years due to the impact of the COVID pandemic, such as Starfield, originally slated for 2021 but recently launched earlier this month.
Most notably, two blockbuster titles, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion (pre-Skyrim) and Fallout 3, are slated for remasters expected between 2022-2024. Additionally, a game about Indiana Jones, Doom: Year Zero, Ghostwire: Tokyo 2, and Dishonored 3 are also mentioned.
Given the delay of Starfield due to COVID, we might have to wait until 2026 to know if these products will be released. However, the rocky game development journey makes it uncertain; let's hope they won't be canceled.
Red Dead Redemption 2 for PS5 and Xbox Series X
In a series of emails discussing the new Game Pass system, a version for PS5 and Xbox Series X of Red Dead Redemption 2 is mentioned. This product is expected to fill the gap left by Starfield's delay until 2023. While we have Starfield now, Red Dead Redemption 2 for the new console systems is yet to be seen. At least the community is aware that the game version has been mentioned and might be preparing for a launch at some point.
Phil Spencer's Dominant Ambitions in the Gaming Industry
Phil Spencer, Microsoft's Xbox head, continues to unveil his ambitions for gaming domination through his emails. Extracted from the Microsoft-FTC lawsuit documents, he expresses the desire to push for the acquisition of Valve, Warner Bros. Interactive, and Nintendo. However, as of now, there have been no public negotiations from Phil Spencer regarding the purchase of these three entities, so it might just be an idea at this point.
In other email exchanges, Phil Spencer exudes confidence in winning the console war of this generation. Emails sent to CEO Satya Nadella when PS5 was announced in 2020 reveal optimistic statements. He believes that the new Xbox not only surpasses PS5 in hardware but also in software and accompanying services. While nothing is certain, he asserts that Xbox has a chance to win this new console generation.
Next-Gen Xbox tightly integrated with Cloud Gaming
Cloud gaming, a modern gaming platform embraced by game companies for its benefits like renting games instead of buying, disc-free and installation-free gaming, is Microsoft's vision for the next Xbox console generation, as per documents from the Microsoft-FTC lawsuit.
Accompanied by extensive improvements such as changing game development approaches, utilizing automatic dialogue writing for characters, introducing new game genres, and incorporating AI and machine learning, this seems to be a glimpse into the future of gaming according to Microsoft's direction.
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