Rumor: Stripped down Xbox planned for 2013

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Rumors of a new Xbox have been swirling for quite some time now, though they are now taking a slightly different shape. The next Xbox hardware won't actually be a generational leap, according to anonymous blogger MS Nerd, posting on Reddit. Instead, the console will actually be a stripped down version of the current Xbox, which will concentrate on "Arcade-style games" and Kinect apps. This is apparently the same ARM-powered console that MS Nerd first discussed in November of last year. The device will be "price-competitive" with Apple TV and is apparently slated for a late 2013 launch.

Meanwhile, the "true successor" will launch sometime after with the same media apps and support for more core game experiences. Furthermore, the next generation of Kinect will supposedly launch sometime around 2015. At this point, keeping track of the next Xbox is becoming something of a chore, with estimates for a new launch ranging from late this year all the way out to 2014. For Microsoft's part, the company says there will be no talk of new Xbox hardware at this year's E3.

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Source: http://www.joystiq.com/2012/03/26/rumor-stripped-down-xbox-planned-for-2013/#comments

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MightyMitchPosted:

These articles are so annoying

AussieguyPosted:

And who would want to buy this ? I'd rather just buy a real xbox if I didn't have one.

I really think MS is pushing Kinect way to much. It is pretty good I must admit but maybe the technology just isn't good enough just yet.

DsR-FuSii0nZPosted:

Come on you guys!

Do you really think Microsoft is going to make an ' Arcade style xbox'' Do you know how damn many customers they'll lose if they do?

DON'T believe everything that's on the net.

DsR-FuSii0nZPosted:

Come on you guys!

Do you really think Microsoft is going to make an ' Arcade style xbox'' Do you know how damn many customers they'll lose if they do?

DON'T believe everything that's on the net.

VEVOPosted:

Well there goes my hopes for the new Xbox. They're basically making a Wii of sorts.

KatsumiPosted:

Well we cant really expect the new generation xbox to come out untill around 2015 seeming that the current consoles are still getting enhancements.

I would not be suprised if a new stripped down xbox came out for this. it would be smaller and more lightwieght, hopefully it will not be expensive and around in the $100-150 price range.. im not sure if this would sell though

batterykill54321Posted:

I been gettn bored of old Xbox the new 1 better come out soon
stay HIGH

TheLordPosted:

god just come out with a new xbox already!

PMSPosted:

Just seems like everyone talking in circles and no one knows the truth

alexander85Posted:

Momo50
AuntJemima
waaaaaat
Sweetie_Belle
AlfarNick Dang, First


No one really cares bro. I can tell you were jizzing when you saw you're opening huh? Well anyway... I guess I won't have to worry to much on MS next gen console to much, but I hope my sister will enjoy some kinect for a while.


OH THIRD OMG YOU **** DIDNT SEE THIS ONE DID YOU?

Wow....Are you guys 2? Grow up already. it's a post on a website.As Sweetie_Belle said, WHO CARES!
anyway, it seems the next Xbox console won't become as big as everyone thinks it will be. i'm still going to get it, but im still very curious how it'll turn out...

Hell yes 5th suck it ****
SIIIIXXXTTTHHHH!!!!!!!


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