Overview
- New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma confirmed the codename Project Helix and said the system will be performance‑led and play both Xbox and PC titles.
- Sharma said she will discuss the hardware with partners and studios at GDC, signaling an initial developer‑facing reveal rather than a full consumer launch.
- AMD CEO Lisa Su said work on a semi‑custom chip is progressing to support a 2027 launch target, though Microsoft has not announced a release window.
- Industry coverage warns that global RAM and component constraints could raise costs and push a 2027 target into 2028.
- Analysts expect a premium price, with estimates commonly around $900 or higher, and unconfirmed leaks suggest a more PC‑like Windows experience and potential support for multiple storefronts.