Microsoft confirms next-gen Xbox will play PC games — 'Project Helix' teased as more than just a console

Microsoft has confirmed that its next-gen Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will be able to play both Xbox and PC games. The new Xbox CEO teased the console's capabilities, emphasizing its performance and cross-platform gaming features. Microsoft has been working to unify the gaming experience across console and Windows, with a focus on the Xbox App for Windows and collaborations with third-party platforms. While Project Helix's ability to play PC games has been confirmed, details on how this will work with different storefronts like Steam and the Microsoft Store are still pending. AMD is collaborating with Microsoft on a semi-custom SoC for Project Helix, with a potential launch in 2027.