Microsoft Unveils Three New Xbox Series Consoles Ahead Of Holiday Rush: Everything You Need To Know
Microsoft Unveils Three New Xbox Series Consoles Ahead Of Holiday Rush: Everything You Need To Know
Despite rumors of internal upgrades, Microsoft has confirmed that the only significant change is the removal of the disc drive, aligning with the industry's ongoing shift toward digital content.Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) is expanding its Xbox Series S/X lineup, set to hit the market in October.
微軟公司（納斯達克：MSFT）正在擴大Xbox Series S/X系列，計劃於十月上市。
Gamers can look forward to three new options, each with different price points:
玩家可以期待三種不同價格的新選項：
- A white discless Xbox Series X
- A special-edition 2TB "Galaxy Black" Xbox Series X and
- A 1TB Xbox Series S.
- 一款白色無碟Xbox Series X
- 一款2Tb特別版「星空黑」Xbox Series X 以及
- 一款1Tb Xbox Series S。
A Closer Look
仔細觀察
The Verge reports that the new white discless Xbox Series X is priced at $449.99. The fresh aesthetic mirrors the "robot white" finish of the more compact Xbox Series S. It also offers a sleek, minimalist look for gamers who prefer digital-only gameplay.
The Verge報道，新款白色無碟Xbox Series X的售價爲449.99美元。新的外觀與更爲緊湊的Xbox Series S的「機器人白」飾面相呼應。它還爲那些更喜歡僅數字遊戲的玩家提供了時尚、極簡的外觀。
Despite rumors of internal upgrades, Microsoft has confirmed that the only significant change is the removal of the disc drive, aligning with the industry's ongoing shift toward digital content.
儘管有關內部升級的傳言不絕於耳，微軟已確認唯一的重大變化是去除了光驅，與行業對數字內容持續轉變的趨勢保持一致。
For those seeking more storage and a premium feel, the 2TB "Galaxy Black" special edition Xbox Series X stands out. Priced at $599.99, this model not only doubles the storage of the standard Xbox Series X but also introduces a striking new design that could appeal to collectors and hardcore gamers alike.
對於那些尋求更多存儲空間和高級感的用戶，2Tb的「Galaxy Black」特別版Xbox Series X可能是一個不錯的選擇。售價599.99美元，這款機型不僅存儲空間翻倍，還推出了一款引人注目的新設計，可能吸引收藏家和重度玩家。
On the more budget-friendly side, the 1TB Xbox Series S will be available for $349.99. This model offers more storage than the original 512GB Series S, addressing one of the main criticisms from users who felt constrained by the smaller drive.
對於那些預算較低的用戶來說，1Tb的Xbox Series S將以349.99美元的價格銷售。這款機型提供了比原來的512Gb Series S更多的存儲空間，解決了用戶對較小硬盤的不滿。
Preorders Open Ahead Of October Launch
十月份發佈前的預訂已經開始。
All three models are set to launch in the U.S. on Oct. 15, with other markets, including Europe, to follow on Oct. 29. Preorders are now open, and Microsoft has assured that these consoles will be available in all current Xbox-supported regions.
這三款機型將於10月15日在美國首發，其他市場，包括歐洲，將於10月29日上市。預訂現已開放，並且微軟已經保證這些遊戲機將在所有當前支持Xbox的地區均可購得。
The timing of these launches is strategic, coinciding with a particularly active period for Xbox Game Pass. October will see the release of highly anticipated titles such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
這些發佈的時機是有策略性的，與Xbox Game Pass的特別活躍期重合。十月份將推出《使命召喚：黑色行動6》、《微軟飛行模擬器2024》、《切爾諾貝利心臟S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2》和《印第安納瓊斯與大圓環》等備受期待的遊戲。
With these releases, Microsoft is positioning its expanded hardware lineup as a gateway to a holiday season packed with gaming.
通過這些發佈，微軟將其擴展的硬件產品線定位爲一個進入玩樂豐富的假日季的入口。
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Image credits: Mojahid Mottakin on Shutterstock.
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