The next Xbox has been leaked, revealing a white Xbox Series X console without a disc drive. The leaked images show a similar design to the current Xbox Series X model, but in white and missing the disc drive. The report also mentions an upgraded heat sink for better cooling performance. It is uncertain if there will be any power or memory upgrades, but the new model is expected to be priced lower than the current Xbox Series X, potentially making it a competitor to the PS5 Slim. The new Xbox is rumored to be released in June or July of this year.
Compared to the PS5 Slim, which featured a smaller design and a slight increase in storage space, the new Xbox without a disc drive could provide consumers with a more affordable console option. Xbox has a history of digital-only consoles, with the Series S and Xbox One S all-digital edition being examples. Many consumers now prefer to buy games digitally or stream them, making a disc driveless console a viable option. Leaked documents from last year hinted at a discless Xbox design, codenamed Brooklyn, which was revealed during the Microsoft Activision lawsuit.
The leaked images from yesterday do not show any hardware upgrades to the controller, but previous leaks from last year mentioned an upgraded Xbox controller with improved rumble and haptic feedback. The controller was also said to have a direct-to-cloud connection, allowing it to connect to the router instead of just one console. Whether consumers are comfortable with the shift towards discless consoles is up for debate. Many gamers now rely on digital game purchases and subscriptions like Game Pass, making a disc driveless console appealing to some.
Xbox’s move towards a discless console could be seen as a response to market trends and consumer preferences. With a potentially lower price point compared to the current Xbox Series X, the new white Xbox without a disc drive could appeal to gamers looking for a more affordable console option. The release of this new Xbox model is expected to be in the middle of the current Xbox Series X and Series S pricing, providing consumers with another choice in the Xbox lineup. The leak has sparked speculation and anticipation among gamers, and it remains to be seen how the new Xbox model will be received by the gaming community.
