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Microsoft and AMD Strike Multi-Year Deal to Power Next-Gen Xbox Ecosystem

The pact sets the stage for AI-driven graphics across consoles, handhelds, cloud services—preserving compatibility with existing Xbox titles.

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Overview

  • Microsoft and AMD will co-engineer custom silicon for next-generation Xbox consoles, handhelds, PCs and cloud platforms under a strategic multi-year partnership.
  • The collaboration aims to deliver advanced graphics innovation and immersive gameplay enhanced by AI throughout the Xbox ecosystem.
  • Xbox President Sarah Bond confirmed that the new hardware lineup will support multiple digital storefronts rather than being confined to a single store.
  • Backward compatibility with the existing Xbox game library will be maintained despite the architectural overhaul.
  • Microsoft is collaborating with its Windows team to establish Windows as the premier gaming platform, with the next-generation Xbox expected to debut in 2027 according to industry analysts.