The Nerd Nest - A Video Game Podcast Xbox making BIG PLAYS
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Jun 23, 2025 Rich and Russ, both passionate content creators in the gaming realm, delve into the exciting shifts in the Xbox landscape. They discuss Xbox's collaboration with AMD for next-gen consoles and the potential of the Xbox Ally handheld device. The duo critiques corporate messaging and gaming strategies, highlighting Xbox's move towards PC compatibility and affordable Game Pass access. They explore the rivalry with Steam and speculate on future console releases while reflecting on nostalgia in gaming and current deals on popular titles, creating a lively exchange of insights.
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Xbox's Next-Gen Is PC-Based
- Microsoft's next generation Xbox will likely be a PC-based device rather than a traditional console.
- The focus is on leveraging Windows as the primary gaming platform and containerizing Xbox games for PC.
Containerized Xbox Games On PC
- Xbox games on PC will run as containerized Xbox versions, not native PC ports.
- This approach maintains Xbox licensing and online services within Windows' ecosystem.
Xbox Custom Silicon Powers Cloud
- Microsoft likely builds custom cloud server chips optimized for xCloud including AI workloads.
- Next-gen Xbox silicon supports advanced streaming and machine learning for better cloud gaming.