As expected from therecent leaks, Microsoft has now confirmed thatXbox Series Xwill be priced at $499 USD / £449 / $749 AUD, and that it is releasing alongside the cheaper “Xbox Series S” onNovember 10. Pre-orders for both consoles begin on September 22, and financing options are available in 12 countries.
Xbox Series X is USD 499, out November 10th, and brings ALL of EA Play games for free to Xbox All Access
In addition to confirming launch date and pricing, there’s the surprising and incredibly good value reveal of EA play membership rolling into Xbox All Access, which is a financing option that bundles console and “Xbox Game Pass” for $34.99 USD / £28.99 a month, and Series S at $24.99 USD / £20.99.
“Xbox All Access is the easiest way to get the best of Xbox. Xbox All Access provides an Xbox Series X, or Series S, along with 24 months of the full Xbox Game Pass Ultimate experience. In total, that means you get access to:
That’s all with no upfront costs and a low monthly price. Xbox Series S will be available starting from $24.99 a month for 24 months and Xbox Series X will be available starting from $34.99 a month for 24 months.”
Xbox All Access has also now expanded to 12 countries, which you can see below (with the retailers offering the service):
Xbox Series X Specs
The primary difference between Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S is in resolution. This is, apparently, because framerate is prioritized by the fanbase.
The technical highlights of Series X
The technical specs of the smaller Series S
Given theNovember 10th release window, rumors are now intensifying regarding the Playstation 5 release date, which was rumored to be coming on November 5th, and isspeculatedto be bringing the hypedDemons Souls Remakeas a launch title.
The internet is aflame with speculation right now, but keep an eye onFextralifeas we’ll have more news to share as information becomes known! Also remember that, whatever happens, you’ll get toupgrade your Witcher 3 to next gen.
