Microsoft faced fan backlash after recent announcements about their upcoming console. The company revealed the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally at Xbox Games Showcase 2025. Reports suggested Microsoft might allow other companies to build versions of the next-generation system. Gamers worried the device would function like a PC instead of a traditional console. Players feared their older Xbox games might not work on the new hardware.
Windows Central reporter Jez Corden calmed these fears on the Xbox Two Podcast. Multiple sources told him the next Xbox will run existing console games perfectly. The system includes dedicated hardware to run Xbox One, Series X and Xbox 360 titles natively. Games from current Xbox systems will transfer to the future Microsoft device. Corden expects to publish a detailed report about these technical specifications soon.
Microsoft built its reputation around making older games playable on newer systems. This backward compatibility feature earns consistent praise from players and industry experts. The company expects to release its next console over the coming years. Microsoft claims this represents the largest technological advancement between console generations.
Windows Central reporter Jez Corden calmed these fears on the Xbox Two Podcast. Multiple sources told him the next Xbox will run existing console games perfectly. The system includes dedicated hardware to run Xbox One, Series X and Xbox 360 titles natively. Games from current Xbox systems will transfer to the future Microsoft device. Corden expects to publish a detailed report about these technical specifications soon.
Microsoft built its reputation around making older games playable on newer systems. This backward compatibility feature earns consistent praise from players and industry experts. The company expects to release its next console over the coming years. Microsoft claims this represents the largest technological advancement between console generations.
