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The next Xbox could launch in 2026, beating Sony's PS6 to retail


Microsoft may be looking to get a head start with the next Xbox console

The claim comes from a Call of Duty data miner (thanks, Insider Gaming), who also thinks Microsoft will launch its console alongside the newest entry in Activision’s multi-million-selling franchise. Sony is widely expected to launch the PS6 in 2027, which could give Microsoft up to a year’s head start to capture the hearts and minds of gamers. A new Xbox could stifle the appeal of PS5 Pro, too, as Sony’s console is bound to be popular choice for those looking to get the best experience when playing GTA 6.

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