Microsoft Plans Next-Gen Xbox Console and Handheld by 2026

Microsoft aims to compete with Sony's PS5 Pro and upcoming PS6 with a new console and a handheld device similar to the Steam Deck.

Microsoft is reportedly focusing on its next-generation Xbox hardware, set for release in 2026.
The new lineup will include a traditional console successor to the Xbox Series X and a handheld device.
Microsoft's handheld is expected to be a competitor to Valve's Steam Deck, emphasizing native game play over cloud streaming.
The company has opted not to release a mid-generation upgrade for the Xbox Series X, unlike Sony's PS5 Pro.
2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the Xbox brand, and Microsoft is planning significant releases to commemorate the milestone.