Microsoft has been staying comparatively quiet whereas Sony has been taking the crown of getting probably the most highly effective console with the PlayStation 5 Professional. Nevertheless, in line with a brand new rumor, the subsequent Xbox console to succeed the Sequence X|S line is coming subsequent yr.

The report comes from TheGhostofHope, a leaker primarily recognized for Name of Obligation-related data. In line with Hope’s newest social media posts, Microsoft is asking this new console the “Xbox Prime,” which could be the code identify or the precise identify of the launch product.

Now that Activision and its horde of Name of Obligation studios are part of Microsoft, the 2026 entry within the large FPS franchise is reportedly being readied as a day-one launch for this new era Xbox console, too. Hope says this Name of Obligation can be developed by Infinity Ward, the makers of the Fashionable Warfare sub-series within the franchise.

“I do know folks don’t imagine it however Xbox subsequent console being in 2026 is just about an open secret throughout the business,” reads a follow-up put up. “Appears early, however I feel it is smart with the place Xbox is headed.”

Microsoft has additionally been dropping hints about being serious about constructing a handheld gaming machine, lastly making the Xbox console platform moveable. This gaming machine hasn’t been revealed or introduced simply but, however GhostOfHope says that their sources launched it after the 2026 Xbox console.

As all the time, take rumors with a grain of salt till one thing official comes from Microsoft concerning its console launch technique. Whereas large doc leaks from the FTC v. Microsoft battle did point out plans for a brand new Xbox console, this was primarily for a Sequence X refresh fairly than a completely new line. It additionally talked about a brand new controller, which can be part of a brand new console launch, too.