11 Xbox One Exclusive Games to get Excited About.
Kill mutants, battle the Covenant and create your own levels with these must play Xbox One games.
When the Xbox One arrived last November, Microsoft pushed exclusive titles like Dead Rising 3, Forza Motorsport 5, Killer Instinct and Ryse: Son of Rome. The publisher satisfied fans, but there’s much more to the lineup than a handful of exclusive games. Thankfully, there's more where that came from.
Microsoft recently went on a huge push for original games, and several of them caught the public eye. That said, here are 11 Xbox One exclusives you’ll go nuts for.
Insomniac Games' list of titles is impressive, between the Ratchet and Clank saga, the multiplayer oriented Fuse and the gritty Resistance trilogy. However, with Sunset Overdrive, it's doing things differently with a free-wheeling approach to action. You'll battle energy drink-infused aliens with every sort of weapon you can get your hands on, from a teddy bear explosive rifle to a bowling ball cannon. In addition, your mobility is ridiculously loose, as you can get around sliding on wires, running along walls and bouncing off explosive pads.
Halo: The Master Chief Collection (November 18th)
The Halo legacy stood tall over the years, even when development shifted from the folks at Bungie to 343 Studios, who proved its worth with the magnificent Halo 4. Now prepare for a double dose of Xbox One goodness, starting with The Master Chief Collection. This package features the first four games in the series, remastered to 60 frames per second and 1080p resolution. On top of that, the multiplayer was reworked, with all the maps and perks you've come to expect over the years. Finally, there’s beta access for Halo 5: Guardians. Bottom line, you can’t pass this up.
Even though it's well over a year away, the next saga in the Halo franchise will easily be one of the most exciting, continuing Master Chief's quest to find out what happened to his virtual partner Cortana. He's not the only one hitting the ground running, however, as a mysterious new character will take part in the action with his own story to tell. The beta packaged with the Master Chief Collection, which kicks off this December, should also introduce a whole new level of multiplayer.
Playdead Studios made a name for itself with the remarkable Limbo, a dark and haunting game that made the most of its environment with some great puzzle solving. It looks like the team will apply a similar logic to its forthcoming Xbox One indie title, Inside. Although details are scarce, it appears that you're once again playing a young, defenseless lad, trying to make his way through the confines of a large, trouble-filled prison. We've only seen bits and pieces of this one, but it should have no trouble becoming a classic.
Project Spark (October 2014)
It's been in beta for what seems like forever, but this October, Microsoft will finally launch the game creation tool Project Spark in all its glory. This build-your-own-adventure title benefits from a terrific user interface, along with various tools that let you do a number of things. In addition, you'll also be able to play around with Conker, the squirrel from the Xbox/Nintendo 64 release, Bad Fur Day, though he seems much tamer than usual. No matter – imaginative players will have a ball putting stuff together with Spark.
The latest from Platinum Games, the developers of Bayonetta and Metal Gear Rising Revengeance, is still a ways off, as only a teaser trailer was shown. Nevertheless, the premise behind Scalebound is rich and promising, revolving around a world of dangerous dragons and the magical knights who ride them. It's like How to Train Your Dragon, but on a much more epic scale, with the kind of action we've come to expect from Platinum. Look for it next year.
You might scratch your head thinking, "What the heck is Cuphead?" This side-scrolling platformer takes the antics you've come to expect from games like Mega Man and Contra, but wraps it around multiple pathways that guide your adventure in all new directions. Perhaps the most stunning thing about Cuphead, though, is its art style. It mimics the classic Max Fleischer and old-school Mickey Mouse cartoons almost perfectly, right down to the dizzy animations of bosses and the hampered running style of your main character, Cuphead. This one is sure to be a sleeper hit.
Ori and the Blind Forest (2015)
In order to get a better perspective on what Microsoft wants to do with its independent game line-up, watch the trailer for the heartbreakingly beautiful Ori and the Blind Forest. In this Metroidvania-style adventure, you'll visit the darkest corners of a forest with a magical little creature, using abilities that can help them unlock new areas and tools they'll need later on in the game. Ori also looks to have a great story to tell, as you can see in the trailer above. Expect this to be a critical darling when it arrives next year.
So what exactly has Remedy been up to since it wrapped up the Alan Wake saga on the Xbox 360? A lot, actually. In Quantum Break, you'll find an interesting new universe, where the main character guides time and space in certain situations in order to save others. This game was notably absent during Microsoft's presentation at E3 last month, but it's still in the works and looks incredibly promising. You can expect it to resurface sometime later in the year, in time for a big unveiling in 2015.
Fans of Fable had plenty of opportunities to run around Albion and stir up trouble, but Lionhead Studios is definitely saving the best adventures for Xbox One. In Fable Legends, you'll be able to take on enemies with the help of friends, or even step into the role of a villain if you feel like squashing heroes flat. Although Legends will abandon the open-world role-playing style players have become accustomed to, it'll still have plenty of action to go around.
Agent, you're back on mission. After the first two Crackdown games made waves on Xbox 360, the franchise continues on Xbox One with an even bigger city to explore, more abilities to unlock and more trouble to get into. The trailer above is all CG, but it gives you an idea of what you can do with your teammates, even if it means driving up the side of a building to bust into someone's office. We can't wait!
What about Forza Horizon 2?
We didn’t forget about this open world racer. Thing is, the game will also come Xbox 360, with Sumo Digital taking over development instead of Playground Games. Regardless, the Xbox One version will be superior, with its updated visuals and several racing events exclusive to the platform.
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A Growing Library Of Exclusives.
In 2017, Microsoft managed to enhance its latest and a few pre-existing games with upgraded visuals thanks to the release of Xbox One X. However, the publisher's roster of exclusives last year was small. Fortunately, Microsoft is kicking off this year with a solid array of exclusive triple-A and independent games. With so many great-looking games coming to the console that you won't find anywhere else, we've compiled a list of all the exclusive games coming to Xbox One in the coming months.
Make sure to check back often, as we'll continue to update our entries with specific dates and info when new announcements are made. If you're curious about other platforms, you can check out our features on PS4 exclusives, PC exclusives, and Switch exclusives.
It's worth noting that there are a few games in this gallery that are also on PC. Given Microsoft's Play Anywhere program and the company's hand in both console and PC gaming, these games have been included.
There's also a wealth of exciting games coming out in 2018 that aren't necessarily exclusive to one platform or another, so be sure to check out our individual features highlighting the most anticipated PS4 games, Xbox One games, PC games, and Switch games for a broader look at the year ahead.
The Xbox One has a serious exclusive games problem.
How can Microsoft match Sony’s stellar roster?
Microsoft has given Xbox head Phil Spencer a vote of confidence, promoting him to executive vice president of gaming. In return, Spencer will be expected to solve the company’s immediate problem: The Xbox One doesn’t have enough big-name exclusives.
As we tumble into the mass-consumer era of this console generation, the Xbox One is far behind the PlayStation 4 in terms of global install base. Microsoft refuses to release hardware sales numbers, but analysts we spoke to estimate the Xbox One at around 35 million, compared to the PlayStation 4 at more than 73 million.
That yawning 2-to-1 disparity is unlikely to get better this year. A look at the two companies’ 2018 exclusives roster makes for grim reading, at least for Xbox fans.
The Xbox One’s confirmed 2018 exclusives include State of Decay 2 , Crackdown 3 and Sea of Thieves . These are interesting games from good studios, yet all but the most rabid of fans must admit that this is a less invigorating prospect than Sony’s solid lineup. The high-profile cancellations of two Xbox One games over the past two years, in PlatinumGames’ Scalebound and Lionhead’s Fable Legends , were blows to Microsoft’s slate of exclusives.
Spencer knows he’s got a problem. He said so himself. “Our ability to go create content has to be one of our strengths,” he told Bloomberg late last year. “We haven’t always invested at the same level. We’ve gone through ups and downs in the investment.”
Finding the games that will energize the Xbox One is going to be the biggest challenge of his long career.
Analysts’ view.
We spoke to four analysts who all agreed that Microsoft needs to act soon, and that major acquisitions are by far the most likely route.
“Microsoft recognizes this as an important issue,” said Piers Harding-Rolls, director of research and analysis at IHS. “Hence, Phil Spencer’s comments about investing more in delivering first-party content.”
“Sony’s going to be aggressive at this stage of the hardware cycle,” said SuperData Research CEO Joost van Dreunen. “It gives the impression that Microsoft’s exclusives portfolio is pretty meager. They haven’t had that consistent content agenda like Sony has and so that’s why I think they now come up [a] little short. Some of their titles didn’t perform all that well.”
Microsoft has a cash pot of at least $130 billion, boosted by recent tax cuts that heavily favor large corporations. When you consider that the market capitalization of a company like Electronic Arts is around $35 billion, it looks like a handy war chest.
“Microsoft overall had a great year,” said David Cole, owner of DFC Intelligence. “But that had nothing to do with the Xbox One. For the Xbox team, they’ve got to make some pretty big strategic decisions. They need to explain a strategy for how they can be relevant going forward in the game industry.”
Rumors of acquisitions are a perennially favorite pastime in the game industry. But with Microsoft’s exclusives problem, married to its lagging behind PlayStation and its pot of gold, the gossip has intensified recently.
Acquisition rumors.
Some of the names being thrown around as possible acquisitions by Microsoft are, frankly, astounding, even unthinkable. But the fact that they are doing the rounds is instructive. The most recent one we heard (from a reliable source close to Microsoft) was, in fact, Electronic Arts. We also heard a whisper about Valve and about Korean outfit PUBG Corp., which Microsoft last year signed to a timed exclusive for its hit survival shooter, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds .
“Because of where we are in the lifecycle of all these things, I’m expecting to hear Microsoft announce something very, very shortly,” said van Dreunen.
Another reason for optimism about an acquisition comes from internal shifts within Microsoft. Spencer was promoted in the fall to executive vice president, gaming, where he has a much bigger say over how video games fit into the company’s overall strategy.
“He came on at a time when the Xbox One was in a bad position,” said Cole. “I think he’s made the best of a bad situation. The overall strong position of the company is positive because it gives the room to invest in gaming.”
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is more enthusiastic about games and Xbox than his predecessor, Steve Ballmer, greenlighting the $2.5 billion purchase of Minecraft developer Mojang as one of his first major acquisitions in 2014.
Patchy record.
It’s worth looking at Microsoft’s patchy history of game industry acquisitions. Mojang was Microsoft’s first game studio acquisition since Lionhead in 2007. Lionhead was closed in 2016.
Prior to that, Microsoft bought Rare in 2002. Rare has proven to be a disappointment, relegated until recently to punching out Kinect games. This year, it makes something of a return with the unusual multiplayer pirate adventure Sea of Thieves .
“Sony has a lot of internal studios, and that means they are going to have more exclusive games than Microsoft,” said Michael Pachter, a senior analyst with Wedbush Securities. “Sony has always been about first party and Microsoft wanted to emulate that, but they allowed studios like Rare and Lionhead to fade away.”
A promotional shot from Halo 5: Guardians . 343 Industries/Microsoft Studios.
Microsoft’s biggest studio success was Bungie, which it acquired in 2000, fueling the Halo series through three generations of consoles. But Bungie is no longer a part of Microsoft. Its hit sci-fi shooter series Destiny overshadowed replacement internal studio 343 Industries’ Halo 5 .
Back in 2013, while he was corporate vice president of Microsoft Studios, Spencer said he planned to open new internal studios and incubators, but these seem to have mostly come to nothing, with decent work like Project Spark fading away.
Some of Microsoft’s teams do great work. Turn 10 Studios and Playground Games release a Forza Motorsport or Forza Horizon title every year, respectively. The ID@Xbox program is doing a competent job of attracting great indie games, like Cuphead .
This year, a number of smaller exclusives will arrive on Xbox One, including Ashen , Deep Rock Galactic and The Darwin Project . But none of these are likely to make a difference against Sony’s behemoths. And, of course, Sony too has a strong slate of indie exclusives, including an attractive PlayStation VR lineup.
No doubt, Microsoft has some secrets up its sleeve. A new Gears of War to follow The Coalition’s 2016 Gears of War 4 would be a welcome addition, but there’s no word on it, outside of a passing mention in Microsoft’s recent announcement about Xbox Game Pass. It’s possible that a studio like The Coalition is working on a big new IP, although this seems unlikely, given that company’s false start with its earlier attempt to create something new to take on Sony’s Uncharted series.
And, of course, Microsoft has Mojang, but the studio’s biggest game isn’t a Microsoft exclusive — Minecraft is available on just about everything.
We know there’s a new Tomb Raider game coming from Square Enix, but whether it will be a yearlong Xbox One exclusive like 2015’s Rise of the Tomb Raider is an open question. Commercially, it’s more difficult to argue for this than it was earlier in this console generation.
Rumors are knocking around that shooter brand Perfect Dark might make a comeback. British studio Electric Square is staffing up significantly to work on an Xbox One exclusive.
Looking forward.
Certainly, we can expect something at E3 this year. In November, Xbox publishing manager Shannon Loftis told GameSpot: “I think our offering is good and it is solid. I definitely hear that gamers want more. Would we love to have two-dozen more super-strong exclusives? You bet. We do have more coming; more that are in the works that we’re not talking about now.”
But it will take a lot to close the perceived quality gap with Sony, positioning Microsoft as a viable contender in this generation. After all, it now faces a serious threat from Nintendo’s runaway success with the Switch, which that company is achieving through exclusive games as well as smart hardware design.
“On top of PlayStation 4’s continued success, the Switch had an incredible year,” noted Cole. “Once Microsoft falls behind, they may start to be seen as a secondary platform.”
All this brings us back to the potential for an acquisition that might give Microsoft a pool of development talent, some great new IP and potentially, big new games ready at hand for release on Xbox One.
Tomorrow, we’ll look at the most (and the least) likely targets of a big Microsoft acquisition.
PS4 Games vs Xbox One Games.
This page contains information on the different console games exclusive to either PS4 or Xbox One. This list shows every known game available to one of the consoles (as well as the PC) but not to the other.
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Any Game colored in Green or Blue is specifically a console exclusive and not availble on PC or iOS devices.
This is a comparison of titles currently known for both consoles, and only for those that have been confirmed for release and on specific platforms (Japan only games will not be listed).
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The best Xbox One exclusives 2018 - the releases you need to own.
If you've got an Xbox One X recently, or still have a trusty S/original, you're probably looking for the best exclusive releases to show what it can do. Especially with a world of Xbox One X enhanced games to play now.
With that in mind these are 10 of the best Xbox One exclusive games currently available. And, for the X owners out there, we've marked whether they're Xbox One X enhanced or not, so you'll know if you're going to get a little extra bang on your box.
Most recently we've added PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds to the list, especially as its 1vs99 deathmatch popularity shows no sign of letting up any time soon. Then there are some of last years other Xbox hits like Cuphead , with it's cartoon charm and merciless challenge, and Forza Motorsport 7 , quite possible the best racer out there right now. And that's all on top of established classics like Quantum Break , Gears of War 4 and obviously a Halo game or two.
Let's take a look.
10. Halo Wars 2 (Xbox One X Enhanced: yes)
Real-time strategy games rarely flourish on consoles, but Halo Wars 2 manages to comfortably map every tactical function you need to the gamepad, putting the focus on fast-paced, top-down action while saving you the headache of having to constantly fiddle with the controls. This sequel adds the invaluable ability to create control groups for your units (all faithfully recreating Halo's most iconic vehicles and enemies), which makes micro-managing your army mid-combat a breeze. Halo Wars 2's campaign tells a gripping war story with plenty of impressive cutscenes, and the orchestral score is up there with the series' best. If you're jumping into the online multiplayer, be sure to check out the innovative Blitz mode, which couples classic RTS gameplay with a deck-building mechanic to become Halo Wars 2's best innovation.
9. Quantum Break (Xbox One X Enhanced: yes)
It might've overextended a bit with its experimental TV tie-in elements, but Quantum Break from Remedy Entertainment (makers of Max Payne and Alan Wake) has moments where its mix of third-person shooting and temporal powers really soars. As Jack Joyce (played by Shawn Ashmore, the lead in a relatively star-studded cast), you've stumbled into time-manipulating godhood and must use your newfound superpowers to wipe out waves of armed goons and prevent the cataclysmic End of Time. It's worth playing Quantum Break just for those moments when you've trapped enemies in a prism-like stasis bubble, peppered them with soon-to-be-unfrozen bullets, then warp-dashed over to another baddie for a melee takedown, all in the span of a few seconds.
8. Ori and the Blind Forest (Xbox One X Enhanced: no)
The sheer artistry of Ori and the Blind Forest must be seen to be believed. This beautiful 2D platformer puts you in control of the adorable fluffball Ori, accompanied by a watchful spirit named Sein as you explore a lush, treacherous forest structured in brilliant Metroidvania fashion. It's all brought to life with beautiful hand-drawn art, silky smooth animation, and a stirring soundtrack that'd be right at home in a Hayao Miyazaki movie. As if the base game wasn't enchanting enough, the Definitive Edition expands Ori's adventure with new areas and additional abilities that shape how you nimbly dart around the expansive environments with invigorating fluidity. If you're not one to back down from a challenge - some difficulty spikes really test your skill and perseverance - Ori's adventure will enthrall you from start to finish.
7. Sunset Overdrive (Xbox One X Enhanced: no)
Insomniac Games made a name for itself with the beloved Ratchet & Clank series, famous for their varied assortments of outlandish weaponry - so the studio decided to take that expertise in crafting absurd artillery, build an open-world, Jet Set Radio-style metropolis bursting with color around it, and infuse the chaotic proceedings with a healthy dose of punk rock attitude. Sunset Overdrive lets you pull off some spectacularly absurd feats of mass destruction, where you can launch bowling bowls, fireworks, explosive teddy bears, and more, mowing down hordes of mutants, robots, and bizarre gang members while you grind along telephone poles with your physics-defying sneakers. Its attempts at edgy humor constantly fall flat, but the sheer fun and freedom of grinding, flipping, and air-dashing around Sunset Overdrive's urban playground make it well worth a go.
6. Halo 5: Guardians (Xbox One X Enhanced: yes)
It's nowhere near the best Halo game , but as sci-fi FPS adventures go, Halo 5: Guardians makes for a solid system exclusive. Master Chief shares the spotlight with newcomer Spartan Jameson Locke, leader of the four-strong Fireteam Osiris. Halo 5's campaign is best enjoyed in online co-op (supporting up to four players, though sadly there's no splitscreen option), and though the plot itself lacks sufficient oomph, the new focus on verticality in the level designs keeps the tense, tactical firefights feeling fresh. Meanwhile, the multiplayer is as exciting as ever, especially in the large-scale, multi-objective skirmishes of the 24-player Warzone mode. As for all the other tried-and-true modes, you really can't go wrong with Halo multiplayer in any capacity.
5. Forza Horizon 3 (Xbox One X Enhanced: yes)
Forza Horizon 3 is that rare breed of racing game with universal appeal, even if you're not typically keen on the genre. Getting behind the wheel of a high-end vehicle - chosen and customized from a selection of hundreds, with everything from Ferraris to 4x4s - then zooming around an open-world, near-photorealistic version of paradisal Australia is an absolute treat. Doesn’t matter if you're merely cruising to take in all the beautiful sights or excitedly flooring it in pursuit of a personal best time. The sheer variety of challenges to take on let you set the pace however you see fit, and the campaign's online integration puts you in full control of how many players you want to share the road with, if any. With accessible handling, drop-dead gorgeous visuals, and a near-endless supply of things to do, Forza Horizon 3 can take anyone for a thoroughly enjoyable ride. And when you're in the mood for a decidedly ridiculous drive across miles of orange plastic, the Hot Wheels DLC is just fantastic.
4. Gears of War 4 (Xbox One X Enhanced: yes)
All the Locusts may have been wiped out, but humanity's war for survival is far from over. Gears of War 4 follows a new generation of lovable super-soldiers clad in bulky armor - Kait, Del, and Marcus Fenix's son JD - as they huddle behind cover and tear through legions of baddies with an assortment of bullets, explosives, and Lancer chainsaws. Whether you're playing solo or in two-person co-op (split-screen or online), Gears of War 4's campaign delivers one thrilling third-person shootout after the next, full of fast-paced, stop-and-pop combat against smartly designed opponents using a plethora of satisfying artillery. Diving into the PvP fray of online multiplayer is a great way to satiate any leftover bloodlust, and the revamped Horde mode (which introduces buildable structures generated by the Fabricator station) brings an appreciated tower defense vibe to the endlessly replayable PvE holdouts.
3. Cuphead (Xbox One X Enhanced: yes)
After all delays and hype Cuphead finally delivered when it arrived on Xbox One. Most importantly it proved it more that just a distinctive and beautiful art style. Under that cure exterior is a mix of bullet hell style bosses and tricky platforming that'll challenge the best of you. It's precise and well balanced mechanics cater mix a range of abilities and options that encourage replays, as well simply wanted to best your previous playthroughs and it's a great co-op option to play with a friend. It's wonderingly presented throughout with that gorgeous presentation extending to the music and more. An Xbox essential.
2. Forza Motorsport 7 (Xbox One X Enhanced: yes)
After a questionable previous installment Forza Motorsport 7 finally perfects it's racing game. Everything is as flawless as those 4K visuals with better AI, improved handling, more substantial collisions - everything you need to make the cars all feel great. The precision of the controls creates some great moments as you push cars to their limits - screaming around corners on the edge of the tyres grip. It all combines to deliver an experience that's both realistic and fun, as long as you don't mind working for it as some of the progression can be a little demanding as you try to collect cars and win events to get ever further. But, even though there's a hint of grind this is still one the greatest racers currently available.
1. PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (Xbox One X Enhanced: yes)
Sure PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds is a little rough around the edges, but then it's always been that way and that hasn't stopped it becoming the biggest game around. The key to it's success is the ruthless thrill seeking behind it's 1vs99 deathmatch. Yes, you'll probably die. No, you probably won't reach number one. But it's the tension behind that 'just maybe' feeling each time you play - parachuting into an island to scavenge guns and gear, possibly not even seeing another player until the final 30, and then creeping around with your heart in your mouth until you finally, inescapably head towards conflict with the survivors. It's still in Game Preview right now, with a new desert map on the way, and updates always adding new gear and improving play.
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With 40% more power than any other console, Xbox One X delivers amazing graphic fidelity, smooth game play and fast load times. Games just play better on Xbox One X.
Spatial Audio.
Bring your games and movies to life with immersive audio through Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Endless entertainment apps.
Enjoy your favorite apps like YouTube, Spotify, HBO NOW, ESPN and many more. 2.
The benefits of High Dynamic Range.
Experience richer, more luminous colors in games like Gears of War 4 and Forza Horizon 3. With a higher contrast ratio between lights and darks, High Dynamic Range technology brings out the true visual depth of your games.
The benefits of High Dynamic Range.
Experience richer, more luminous colors in games like Gears of War 4 and Forza Horizon 3. With a higher contrast ratio between lights and darks, High Dynamic Range technology brings out the true visual depth of your games.
The only console designed to play the best games of the past, present, and future.
Play over 1,300 great games including today’s blockbusters, 200 console exclusives, and 400 Xbox classics.
Xbox One has more ways to play.
Play hundreds of Xbox 360 games you own and love on Xbox One, including digital and disc-based titles. 3.
Now when you own an Xbox Play Anywhere digital title, it’s yours to play on both Xbox One and Windows 10 PC. 4.
Unlimited access to 100s of titles with Xbox Game Pass, plus save 20% on Xbox One game purchases and 10% on all related add-ons. 5.
Watch and play alongside your favorite broadcasters with Mixer, an interactive livestreaming platform available on Xbox One.
Complete Compatibility.
Your games.
This year’s blockbusters? Check. Xbox exclusives? Of course. Hundreds of Xbox 360 games? Yup. All your games work on Xbox One S and Xbox One X.
Your accessories.
The Xbox One accessories you’ve got now (or have got your eye on) work with Xbox One S and Xbox One X. 6.
Your community.
No Gamerscore left behind. Easily bring along your Xbox Live friends, clubs, game saves and achievements to your new console.
The world’s most advanced multiplayer network.
Find friends, rivals, and teammates in the best global gaming community.
Reliability.
Dedicated Xbox Live servers maximize performance by ensuring stability, speed, and reliability.
Possibility.
Compete, connect, and share across platforms with gamers on Xbox One and Windows 10.
…and free stuff.
Get 2-4 free games each month with Xbox Live Gold 7.
See what’s new in the Xbox dashboard.
We never stop thinking about how to make Xbox One even better, so we continually make improvements. Check out the latest updates.
Which one is yours?
1. Dolby Atmos for Headphones requires additional purchase from Microsoft Store.
2. Some apps require app provider-specific subscriptions and/or other requirements. See www.xbox.com/live.
3. Xbox One Backward Compatibility feature works with select Xbox 360 games, see www.xbox.com/backcompat. Xbox Live and broadband internet required for initial download of game to console.
4. PC hardware requirements may vary for games on Windows 10.
5. Game Pass monthly subscription required; continues until cancelled. Game selection varies over time. Learn more at www.xbox.com/game-pass.
6. Excludes the Xbox One S stand that works exclusively with the Xbox One S. Xbox Kinect Adapter (sold separately) required for Kinect on Xbox One S and Xbox One X.
7. For paid Gold members only. Active Gold membership required to play free games you’ve redeemed. Restrictions Apply.
XBOX ONE X.
"Quite simply, games look absolutely amazing running on Xbox One X"
Feel true power.
Xbox One X.
The world's most powerful console.
With 40% more power than any other console, experience immersive true 4K gaming. Games play better on Xbox One X.
Smoother gameplay.
The 8-core Custom AMD CPU is clocked at 2.3GHz to bring enhanced AI, real world detail, and smoother interactions to your gaming.
Bigger worlds.
12GB GDDR5 of graphic memory add speed and power to game performance to enable bigger worlds, further horizons, and quicker load times.
Life-like detail.
A 6 Teraflop GPU enables 4K environments and characters to become more realistic than ever, with more detail and smoother animations.
Faster load times.
Game graphics are faster and more detailed with 326 GB/sec memory bandwidth, to keep your gaming momentum flowing.
Leaner. Much meaner.
A 40% increase in power doesn’t mean an increase in the size. In fact, Xbox One X is the smallest console we’ve ever made.
Scorpio Engine.
With 6 Teraflops, 326GB/s of Memory Bandwidth and advanced, custom silicon, the Scorpio Engine is the world’s most powerful console gaming processor.
Maximum cooling, minimal noise.
All that power doesn’t mean more heat and noise. Xbox One X uses advanced liquid cooling and the supercharger-style centrifugal fan to ensure it stays cool.
Custom tuned.
To maximize performance and minimize power consumption, Xbox One X uses the hovis method, a cutting edge digital power delivery system that custom tunes each console’s voltage.
Memory & Storage.
Video Capabilities.
Audio Components.
TrueHD with Atmos.
Wireless Capability.
Dual band wireless with Wi-Fi.
Direct for home networks.
Send and receive signals.
Connectivity.
"The smoothest, most immersive console gaming experience possible."
"Gameplay on the Xbox One X is the best that you’re going to get."
"The Xbox One X is now the best console for most multi-platform games."
DRAG TO ROTATE 360º
Designed for every angle.
No matter how you view it, Xbox One X is sleek and distinctive.
Gaming is immersive.
True 4K gaming, where action is brought to life with 2160p frame buffers, and 6 Teraflops of graphical processing power.
The benefits of High Dynamic Range.
You can only play 4K games like Forza Motorsport 7, Crackdown 3, State of Decay 2, Sea of Thieves and Super Lucky’s Tale the way they’re meant to be played on Xbox One X.
The benefits of High Dynamic Range.
Experience richer, more luminous colors in games like Forza Motorsport 7 and Crackdown 3. With a higher contrast ratio between lights and darks, High Dynamic Range technology brings out the true visual depth of your games.
Spatial sound.
Dolby Atmos and Windows Sonic for Headphones enable you to experience truly immersive audio that puts you in the center of 3D spatial sound.
Play 4K exclusives.
You can only play 4K games like Forza Motorsport 7, Crackdown 3, State of Decay 2, Sea of Thieves and Super Lucky’s Tale the way they’re meant to be played on Xbox One X.
Forza Motorsport 7.
Forza Motorsport 7.
Experience the danger and beauty of competitive racing at the limit. Enjoy gorgeous graphics at 60fps and true 4K resolution in HDR. Collect over 700 Forzavista™ cars, including the largest assortment of Ferraris, Porsches, and Lamborghinis ever. Master over 30 famous environments with dynamic conditions that change every time you race.
Super Lucky’s Tale.
Super Lucky’s Tale.
A delightful, playground platformer following Lucky, an endearingly playful fox, through an exciting adventure filled world.
State of Decay 2.
State of Decay 2.
Small-Town America, one year from today. The dead have risen, and civilization has fallen. Even the military couldn’t stop the zombies, and now humanity stands on the brink of extinction. It's up to you to gather survivors and build a community, explore your lasting legacy, and redefine what it means to survive.
Crackdown 3.
Time to step up your boom and stop crime as a super-powered Agent in Crackdown 3's sandbox of mayhem and destruction. Explore the heights of a futuristic city, race through the streets in a transforming vehicle, and use your powerful abilities to stop a ruthless criminal empire.
Sea of Thieves.
From acclaimed developer Rare comes a Shared-World Adventure Game set in a fantastical world of pirates, danger and discovery. Form your crew and explore an ocean where every sail on the horizon is a ship of real players.
The biggest blockbusters play better on Xbox One X.
Look for the logos.
All games look and play great on Xbox One X. But select titles are optimized to take advantage of the world’s most powerful console. These games are Xbox One X Enhanced.
Compatible with everything Xbox One.
Your games.
Your accessories.
Your profile.
Games from all generations play even better.
Play blockbuster titles, console exclusives, 300+ Xbox 360 games and for the first time, select Original Xbox games—they’ll all perform even better on the Xbox One X. 1.
1080p TV friendly.
See your old TV in a new light—games will look and play better on your 1080p TV than anything you’ve seen before. They will load faster, run smoother, and look crisper by super-sampling, anisotropic filtering, and dynamic resolution scaling.
Xbox One accessories work with Xbox One X.
The Xbox One accessories you’ve got now (or have got your eye on) work with Xbox One X. 2 No hassle. Just play.
Bring your profile and all its glory with you.
Easily bring along your Xbox Live friends, clubs, game saves, and achievements to your new console.
The world’s most advanced multiplayer network.
Find friends, rivals, and teammates in the best global gaming community.
Reliability.
Dedicated Xbox Live servers maximize performance by ensuring stability, speed, and reliability.
Possibility.
Compete, connect, and share across platforms with gamers on Xbox One and Windows 10.**
…and free stuff.
Get 2-4 free games each month with Xbox Live Gold.***
Xbox One X.
Available now.
The most powerful console in the world.
Get free shipping, hassle free returns, and a select game of your choice when you buy direct from Microsoft Store.³
Xbox One X.
Free shipping. Free returns.
Also available from these retailers.
Available from these retailers.
What's in the box.
Xbox One X console Wireless controller HDMI cable (4K capable) AC power cable 14-day Xbox Live Gold trial 1 month Xbox Game Pass subscription trial.
"An incredibly impressive console."
"Xbox One X is for those looking for the very best."
"Fast, smooth and capable of playing games with the best possible graphics."
Not sure which console is right for you?
* Broadband internet required (ISP fees apply). Game performance in comparison with Xbox One S.
** Online multiplayer requires Xbox Live Gold (sold separately).
*** Limited number of games available in 2017 support cross-device play; additional games to follow. Active Gold membership required to play free games.
1 Broadband internet required (ISP fees apply). Game performance in comparison with Xbox One S. A small number of existing games may not achieve performance improvements. Xbox One Backward Compatibility feature works with select Xbox 360 games, see https://www.xbox.com/backcompat. Xbox Live and broadband internet required for initial download of game to console.
2 Excludes the Xbox One S stand that works exclusively with the Xbox One S. Xbox Kinect Adapter (sold separately) required for Kinect on Xbox One S and Xbox One X.
3 Offer valid only from 9 PM PST January 27, 2018 to 11:59 PM PST on February 3, 2018, while supplies last. Available only in Microsoft retail store in the United States (including Puerto Rico). Offer valid only on select Xbox game after purchase of a select Xbox One S or X console. Excludes Xbox One refurbished and pre-order consoles. Select games available and subject to change. Not valid on prior orders or purchases; cannot be transferred or otherwise redeemed for cash or promo code(s). May not be combinable with other offers. Refunds will take into account the discount. Price discount does not include taxes, shipping or other fees. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at any time. Limit of 3 offers per customer. Other exclusions and limits may apply.
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