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Microsoft reviews strategy for next-gen Xbox \'Project Helix\' amid rising component costs

Microsoft is pressing ahead with development of its next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, but is reviewing its broader business model as rising memory and storage prices lift manufacturing costs. The company is reconsidering how it sells consoles, subscription bundles and distribution. Executives say they are re-examining all elements to keep prices affordable and increase flexibility, including potential instalment plans, changes to Game Pass and ad-supported services.