Sony may have taken over June with the announce of the PlayStation 5, but now Microsoft is gearing up for the launch of the Xbox Series X. Xbox has released a thorough breakdown of what they promise to bring with their next generation of gaming, and it looks like they’re prioritizing the idea of giving players a choice.
In a recent post on Xbox.com, head of Xbox Phil Spencer writes that the brand won’t force players into the next generation. He writes:
This should come as great news for anyone who is still on the fence about buying a new console. With PlayStation 5 already announcing several exclusives, it’s great that Xbox One owners will still be able to try out the newer titles that come out. We can’t really say the same for the PS5 yet.
Microsoft also promises backwards compatibility with the Series X. On launch, players will have access to games across four generations of consoles. With the PS5 said to focus on ‘moving forward’ rather than making backwards compatibility an option, this is definitely a pro for the Xbox console
The Xbox Games Showcase is scheduled to take place on July 23. In the meantime, you can check out our running list of Upcoming Xbox Series X Games.