Xbox One X pre-orders are now open

Xbox One X pre-orders are now open

By Emma Boyle

In a move that was anticipated by many, Microsoft has started strong at this year’s Gamescom by launching pre-orders for the upcoming Xbox One X.

If you want to be sure that you get the 4K console when it’s released on November 7, you can place your order right now on the official Microsoft website, as well as through third-party retailers including Amazon.

The console is fairly pricey at $499 (£449 / €499 / CA$599 / AU$649) but it’s a powerful upgrade from the Xbox One S. 40% more powerful, in fact.

During its livestream, Microsoft also unveiled that it’s going to be releasing a special edition version of the Xbox One X that celebrates its Project Scorpio code name which is also available for pre-order now.

The console has a custom graphic patterns across it and has the words ‘Project Scorpio’ printed on its front as well as on its accompanying controller.

This console doesn’t cost any more than the standard Xbox One X console at $499 (£449 / €499 / CA$599 / AU$649), but for those who have been following the 4K …read more

Source:: techradar.com – Gaming

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