New reports have surfaced suggesting that the next-generation Xbox console may not arrive until 2028. This timeline projection comes alongside internal cost estimates, which range from $1,200 to $1,800, suggesting a serious commitment to high-end hardware.

While the big console appears to be running behind schedule, there is some movement in the handheld sector. A dedicated handheld system is reportedly slated for the 2027 holiday season. However, the overall hardware planning remains complicated by ongoing memory shortages that are putting pressure on the development timeline.

Adding a touch of organizational change, Asha Sharma has taken over as the CEO of the Xbox division following recent restructuring and layoffs. While the corporate shuffle continues, the most immediate takeaway for consumers is the massive price tag attached to the next big console, should it arrive.

For now, the focus seems to be on chipping away at the supply chain issues and figuring out how to balance premium features with the massive cost of modern hardware.