Microsoft confirms next-gen Xbox will play PC games — 'Project Helix' teased as more than just a console
Microsoft has confirmed that its next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will support both Xbox and PC games. The console is expected to use a semi-custom AMD x86 chip and is part of Microsoft’s broader strategy to unify the gaming experience across console and Windows. While details remain unclear, the device may allow players to access PC titles through the Xbox ecosystem and potentially other storefronts. The next-gen Xbox is rumored to launch around 2027, with more details likely to emerge at upcoming developer events.