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Microsoft Family Friendly E3 Presentation
LOS ANGELES — June 14, in the year of our Lord 2017
— Sunday marked a milestone Xbox E3 Briefing as Microsoft Corp.
unveiled the world’s most powerful console, Xbox One X (formerly
code-named “Project Scorpio”) and its largest and most diverse
games lineup in E3 history. Broadcast for the first time in 4K
UHD on Mixer, Xbox showcased a record 42 games in its briefing
including 22 with console exclusivity from creators large and
small. Coming to all Xbox One markets starting Nov. 7, Xbox One
X will retail for $499, 449 pounds, 499 euros, CA$599 and
AU$649.1
Xbox One X was designed to be the best console to create and
play games on, putting the greatest graphic fidelity in the
hands of the world’s best game creators to create true 4K games.
Head of Xbox Phil Spencer underscored that every game will play
great across the Xbox One family, and Xbox One X also makes your
existing library even better, with better textures, smoother
frame rates and faster load times.
Xbox One is the only console system designed to play the best
games of the past, present and future. The Xbox One games and
accessories you already own are compatible with Xbox One X, so
if you’re an Xbox gamer, chances are you already have a library
of games that will look and play better on Xbox One X.
Spencer announced that Xbox will expand the Xbox One
backward-compatibility library of nearly 400 popular Xbox 360
games to include original Xbox classics, starting with fan
favorite “Crimson Skies.” Xbox also revealed that “Forza Horizon
3,” “Minecraft,” “Final Fantasy 15,” “Rocket League” and dozens
of other popular Xbox One games will receive free updates to
take full advantage of the power of Xbox One X. A host of these
titles will be enhanced to run in true 4K, and many will be
available at Xbox One X launch.
Introducing Xbox One X
• Xbox One X. Games play better on Xbox One X. The world’s most
powerful console begins rolling out to all Xbox One markets
starting on Nov. 7. With 40 percent more power than any other
console, experience immersive true 4K gaming when paired with a
4K display, such as Samsung’s flagship QLED TV. Xbox One X makes
your existing library even better, with better textures,
smoother frame rates and faster load times, even on a 1080p TV.
Xbox One X also offers the ultimate 4K entertainment package
with 4K Ultra HD for Blu-ray X and streamed content, HDR support
for gaming and video, and Dolby Atmos support. Xbox One X will
join the Xbox One family of devices and coexist alongside Xbox
One and Xbox One S, and all Xbox One games and accessories are
compatible.
Empowering the world’s creators
Xbox empowers game developers around the world to create
different types of games for every type of player. Showcasing a
record 42 titles on its E3 stage including 22 with console
exclusivity, Xbox debuted a wide range of titles from game
creators large and small, all of which play better on Xbox One
X:
• “CUPHEAD” (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE). Available
(finally) beginning Sept. 29, 2017, as an Xbox Play Anywhere
title, “Cuphead” is a classic run-and-gun action game heavily
focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s, the
visuals and audio are painstakingly created with the same
techniques of the era, i.e., traditional hand-drawn cel
animation, watercolor backgrounds and original jazz recordings.
Play as Cuphead or Mugman (in single player or local co-op) as
you traverse strange worlds, acquire new weapons, learn powerful
supermoves and discover hidden secrets while you try to pay back
your debt to the devil!
• “DRAGON BALL FIGHTERZ (BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA INC.
– WORLD PREMIERE). One of the world’s most famous and beloved
anime franchises returns to its 2-D fighting-game roots in
“DRAGON BALL FighterZ” in early 2018. Developed by Arc System
Works, one of the most celebrated developers of classic 2-D
fighting titles, the game delivers an explosive, action-packed
experience that combines classic 2-D fighting visuals with
advanced graphics that look and feel as if they are ripped
straight out of the DRAGON BALL anime series.
• “FORZA MOTORSPORT 7” (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE –
WORLD PREMIERE). The best-selling racing franchise of this
console generation3 returns with “Forza Motorsport 7.”
Experience the danger and beauty of competitive racing at its
limits with the most comprehensive automotive game ever made.
Drivers will experience gorgeous true 4K graphics at 60 fps and
true resolution in HDR within 30 famous environments, with race
conditions that change each time you return to the track.
Whether you’re a new player or a pro, collect over 700
Forzavista™ cars, including the new 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS
cover car and the largest assortment of Ferraris, Porsches and
Lamborghinis ever. The premier Xbox One X experience launches
worldwide as an Xbox Play Anywhere title in October 2017.
• “MINECRAFT” (UNIFICATION, BETTER TOGETHER UPDATE, SUPER DUPER
GRAPHICS PACK). Mojang and Microsoft announced a new version of
“Minecraft” that will bring the complete “Minecraft” experience
to everyone on gaming consoles, mobile, VR and Windows 10 PCs
this summer. The unification of “Minecraft” across platforms
will transform the “Minecraft” experience everywhere from a game
to a platform, providing simple access to massive community
servers, community creations from the Minecraft Marketplace,
Realms, dedicated servers and more. The team also announced the
Super Duper Graphics Pack, a new optional upgrade for in-game
visuals in stunning true 4K HDR.
• “ORI AND THE WILL OF THE WISPS” (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10
EXCLUSIVE – WORLD PREMIERE). From the creators of the
multi-award-winning “Ori and the Blind Forest” comes the highly
anticipated sequel, “Ori and the Will of the Wisps.” Embark on
an all-new adventure to discover the mysteries beyond the forest
of Nibel, uncover the hidden truths of those lost and unravel
Ori’s true destiny.
• “SEA OF THIEVES” (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE).
Developed by Rare “Sea of Thieves” is an immersive, shared-world
adventure game filled with pirates, unexpected dangers and loot
for the taking. Explore, fight and live the pirate life together
in a unique co-op experience that combines the thrill of
adventuring together with friends with the unpredictability of a
shared ocean and its threats, both from other players and the
world itself. Available worldwide as an Xbox Play Anywhere title
in early 2018.
• “SUPER LUCKY’S TALE” (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE –
WORLD PREMIERE). Developed by Playful Corp., “Super Lucky’s
Tale” is a delightful, playground platformer for all ages that
follows Lucky, the ever-optimistic, energetic and lovable hero,
on his quest to find his inner strength and help his sister
rescue the Book of Ages. Along the way, encounter a hilarious
supporting cast of friends and adversaries. Available worldwide
on Nov. 7 as an Xbox Play Anywhere title alongside the launch of
Xbox One X.
• “TACOMA” (CONSOLE LAUNCH EXCLUSIVE). The second game from
Fullbright, creators of the critically acclaimed “Gone Home,”
“Tacoma” puts you in control of Amy Ferrier, an independent
contractor sent to Lunar Transfer Station Tacoma to recover
sensitive data. As she explores the station, she unearths why
the previous crew of six have been evacuated, gathering clues to
what exactly went wrong. Like “Gone Home,” it’s a game where you
pull details of the narrative from the environment, both
physical and digital. “Tacoma” is a story about people and
relationships, even in the isolation of outer space. Available
Aug. 2 on Xbox One and Windows 10.
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1 Prices are estimated retail prices; actual retail prices may
vary.
2 Xbox Live Gold membership required for online multiplayer on
Xbox consoles.
3 Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service (U.S., Canada,
Australia, New Zealand), November 2012–January 2017.