In what seems to have been a big oopsie by the FTC, a great deal of documents have leaked pertaining to the hearings regarding Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. From internal emails to unannounced games and more, a whole boatload of confidential details seem to have been accidentally published for all to see – including the fact that Microsoft is planning to launch a cylindrical Xbox Series X refresh.

As archived by Resetera user ‘LightKiosk’ a presentation by Microsoft which was leaked by the FTC shows the console manufacturer’s future plans for Xbox hardware.

Codename ‘Brooklyn’ is a refresh of the Xbox Series X, offering a number of enhancements – but also some drawbacks. Adopting a new cylindrical design, this refreshed Xbox Series X will omit the inclusion of a disc drive, but will bring with it Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth 5.2; 2TB of internal storage and efficiency improvements, all for the same price as the current Series X.

Perhaps more excitingly, Microsoft is finally looking to bring its Xbox controllers up to current standards, utilising new precision haptics, an accelerometer, improved build quality with quieter buttons and thumbsticks – and even a lift-to-wake mechanic for better battery life.

Both these devices are seemingly planned to be announced in Q4 of FY2024, with them launching in FY2025.

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