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Microsoft\'s next Xbox \'Project Helix\' plan to unify all Xbox games emerges

Microsoft is pursuing a broad compatibility strategy for its next-generation Xbox to combine games from past console generations and PC, according to a report. A project codenamed Project Helix aims to integrate libraries from the original Xbox through Xbox 360, Xbox One and Xbox Series, with plans for digital conversion of disc content. The approach may depend on disc-drive support and publisher participation, and not all titles would be included automatically.

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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.

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Xbox changes official name to \'XBOX\' after fan vote on capitalisation

Microsoft’s gaming brand Xbox has changed its official name from \'Xbox\' to \'XBOX\'. Xbox updated its official account name on X and changed its handle from @Xbox to @XBOX after a user vote. The move aims to address confusion between the uppercase \'XBOX\' used on console logos and \'Xbox\' used on some official channels. Other official accounts, including YouTube, Threads and Bluesky, still use \'Xbox\'. Microsoft pointed inquiries to a post by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma.