The next‑gen Xbox is starting to take shape, and new signals from ASUS suggest Microsoft is targeting 2027 for its next major hardware push. That lines up with what I reported last year: Microsoft’s future console is shaping up to be far closer to a streamlined Windows 11 gaming PC than a traditional Xbox box.
The idea is simple but bold. The next Xbox would run a TV‑first console interface by default, but underneath, it’s essentially a full Windows machine capable of running Xbox titles, legacy games, and a wide range of PC software. If Microsoft pulls this off, the next generation won’t just be about faster hardware; it’ll be about redefining what an Xbox actually is.
