Microsoft Denies It Will Stop Making Xboxes, But Should It?
Microsoft denies rumors of ending console production and confirms active development of next-gen Xbox hardware powered by AMD, with multiple new devices in progress.
- On October 5, 2025, Microsoft denied widespread reports that it would end Xbox console production, calling the claims false and saying `We are actively investing in our future first-party consoles and devices designed, engineered, and built by Xbox.`
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's 50% price rise prompted fan outrage, and many Xbox fans reportedly canceled subscriptions, fueling rumors about Xbox's strategy.
- Xbox Series X|S production continues with new stock shipping to retailers, and development proceeds on projects codenamed `Xbox Ally`, backed by AMD custom silicon.
- Microsoft is licensing the Xbox brand to OEMs, signaling broader hardware partnerships to expand the Xbox ecosystem while maintaining software and cloud services integration.
- With active development underway, Xbox hardware’s future appears secure amid AMD partnerships, but Microsoft's messaging and internal restructuring leave industry observers skeptical.
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