New Microsoft console in development?

[TracerBullet]

Could be shown at E3 next year.

Original story.

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According to a "high-ranking industry source at Crytek," Videogamer.com claims "The Crysis 2 developer says that Microsoft will announce the existence of a new Xbox within the next 12 months, hinting that a likely E3 2012 reveal. Crytek believes that Microsoft will announce and launch its new machine ahead of rival Sony, though the developer is also investing resources into next-generation PlayStation development."

[EnigmaNemesis]

They are in development for both. Dev kits (early alpha) are already out there for both.

Just as the PSV dev kits were had 2 years ago by developers, and the new Wii developers had early kits last year.

They always are in R&D and development years before they announce anything. Through that time they are nailing down specs, etc as technology grows and becomes more steady and affordable.

It has always been this way.

[CaptainZombie]

Sounds about right time too considering that we can see these new consoles in 2013. That would be 8 years the 360 was on the market when this new console launches, not bad at all imo.

[canes21]

Would it be possible to make the consoles update-able? I don't mean system updates like we have now, but making it so the new system can be updated from DX 11 to DX 12, 13, etc. I would assume it would be possible, but they'd probably avoid it because not everyone would have their system connected to the internet.

[EnigmaNemesis]

Quote: Originally Posted by canes21

Would it be possible to make the consoles update-able? I don't mean system updates like we have now, but making it so the new system can be updated from DX 11 to DX 12, 13, etc. I would assume it would be possible, but they'd probably avoid it because not everyone would have their system connected to the internet.

No, because even though you update the software side of DX in your OS, it is still hardware driven in the API on the card. Just like a DX10 card in your PC will not run DX11 mode.

[Phobia]

Well looks like this will be my last console generation. Because honestly I am not ready for a new console.

I might be in the minority but this is just how I feel.

[RedZoneD25]

Quote: Originally Posted by Phobia

Well looks like this will be my last console generation. Because honestly I am not ready for a new console. I might be in the minority but this is just how I feel.

I agree. I feel like FINALLY the 360 is putting out some amazing looking and playing games, and if they release a console in 2-3 years I may not be in the running to upgrade until they phase it out completely.

[EnigmaNemesis]

If they release in 2-3 years that would be 8-9 years. Longer than it has ever been.

Average console cycles were 5 years tops.

Next 2-3 years I am sure we will all be wanting a new one. Especially with more impressive tech. I know I will.