Xbox next gen is causing some internal friction as Microsoft apparently plans to introduce a possible high-end price for the final product. The projected price could be as high as $1,800 which is a big jump from current console prices and could potentially limit who can purchase the new console. It might be interesting for high-end gaming system buyers to keep an eye on these rumored reports, as this kind of price point could drastically change the high end console landscape.
Internal friction over pricing and operating system development
According to a report from Sebastian Herrera, this pricing information has come from industry sources. Microsoft has not commented on pricing or details about the next-gen Xbox. This means that actual hardware specs and release timeline are unconfirmed at this point from Microsoft.
An additional point of interest from the report is that there is a big change in plans for the Xbox Game Pass service. Microsoft is looking to restructure the subscription service by offering a more á la carte experience where users can pick and choose different elements rather than sticking with the whole package. The new plan for the subscription service is to give users more options. But as with all plans, there needs to be official confirmation from Microsoft.
Further, there are some internal development issues being reported. Apparently, Xbox and Windows teams have been in disagreement over the OS of the new generation Xbox. These internal OS arguments may cause development delays or require compromises with the software architecture of the next gen Xbox. How the internal deliberations pan out might end up influencing the UX and reliability of the upcoming Xbox.
Source: DEXERTO
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