Microsoft’s Xbox PC May Launch This Year, Rumors Suggest
▼ Summary
– Microsoft may unveil new Xbox hardware, including an OEM “Xbox” PC, this year according to credible rumors reported by Windows Central.
– The publication also suggests more Xbox-branded OEM hardware could arrive in 2026, designed to use the Xbox Full Screen Experience on Windows.
– Windows Central cautioned that these are still rumors and “time will tell” if the reveal will actually happen.
– An Xbox Elite Controller Series 3 is also rumored to be revealed in 2026, alongside potential other controller revisions.
– While new hardware may be shown this year, the next-generation Xbox console is rumored to be targeting a 2027 launch.
A fresh wave of industry whispers points to Microsoft potentially showcasing new Xbox-branded hardware later this year. According to a recent report, the tech giant may offer a first glimpse at an OEM “Xbox” PC, a device designed to leverage the integrated Xbox experience on the Windows platform. This follows the pattern set by existing collaborations, suggesting a continued strategy to blend the console and PC gaming ecosystems under the Xbox banner.
The information originates from sources described as “credible rumors,” though the reporting outlet rightly notes that only time will confirm if such a reveal materializes. The speculation suggests this branded PC could be positioned for a broader release in 2026, capitalizing on the Xbox Full Screen Experience software that provides a console-like interface on Windows. This move would represent a further expansion of the Xbox hardware family beyond traditional consoles, even as the company navigates market challenges with its current Xbox Series X|S lineup.
Alongside the PC rumors, the same sources indicate that 2026 may also see the official unveiling of the Xbox Elite Controller Series 3. This anticipated premium accessory is expected to be accompanied by other potential revisions to the standard controller lineup, signaling ongoing investment in the peripheral space. These hardware developments appear to align with broader statements from Xbox leadership about the future direction of the platform.
Xbox President Sarah Bond has previously hinted that the next-generation console will be a “premium” offering, with many interpreting this as a move toward a more PC-console hybrid architecture. While these new rumors suggest we might see some hardware announcements this year, broader industry chatter continues to point toward a full next-generation launch for both the next Xbox and Sony’s PlayStation 6 targeting the 2027 timeframe. This potential staggered approach, teasing new form factors like an OEM PC before a full console launch, could be a strategy to maintain momentum and consumer interest during the latter years of the current console generation.
(Source: TechRadar)
