[Summary of Xbox Series X/S] Features and charms of next-generation machines incorporating the latest technology!

Microsoft's next-generation game consoles Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are just a few days away from the November 10, 2020 release date. I think that there are many game fans who are excited about the appearance of new hardware that incorporates cutting-edge technology such as "true 4K gaming experience", "up to 120fps", "8K HDR high dynamic range", etc. .com will analyze the charm and features of this hardware from various angles toward the release date, so please look forward to it. Also, don't miss the review articles that have already been published!

First, let's start with what we know about the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S at the moment. Two types of next-generation machines will be released on November 10th, the Xbox Series X is a high-end version that supports up to 8K, and the Xbox Series S is a version without an optical disc drive. The resolution of the game will be 1440p, but it will be offered at a reasonable price.

Xbox Series X basic information

Technical specifications (from Xbox Series X official website)

Processor

Memory and Storage

Xbox Series S Basic InformationClick here to purchase Xbox Series S (Amazon.co.jp)

Technical Specifications (From Xbox Series S Official Site)

Processor

Memory and Storage

Video Features

Audio features

Ports and Connectivity

Design

Main features of Xbox Series X/S

Supports HDR and ray tracing

Equipped with “AMD Zen 2 CPU”. The processing power is four times that of the Xbox One, the graphics performance is about twice that of the Xbox One X, and the performance of 12 teraflops, which is about eight times that of the Xbox One. In addition to normal 60fps (60 frames per second drawing) operation, 120fps operation is also possible if developers want to support it, such as for action games (4K, 120fps support is for Xbox Series X only).

In addition, it is equipped with HDR (high dynamic range) that can express a wider range of brightness than before, realizing higher quality graphics. It also supports DirectX ray tracing, which physically simulates the propagation of light rays in a game scene to render photographic shadows and reflections.

Quick Resume

Quick Resume is a function that allows you to continue playing from the point where you left off the original game even if you switch to another game while playing. Switching between games is completed in an instant, and I'm happy to be able to resume the game I want to play immediately.

You can see the quick resume speed at 4:30 in the video above. *When you click, the video will start from that point.

Share button

The Xbox Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X has a new share button in the middle, and you can shoot the game screen just by pressing this button during play. The saved image can be used as wallpaper or shared on SNS. You can also save to OneDrive linked to the same account. Of course, you can also record videos, and the Xbox Series X also supports recording 4K video (about 30 seconds).

Backward compatibility across four generations

The Xbox Series X/S has backward compatibility across four generations from the original Xbox. All Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox One games currently playable on Xbox One have been verified to play on Xbox Series X/S (except for some titles that require Kinect).

Backwards compatibility achieves high performance and stable frame rates with the Xbox Series X / S CPU and GPU. Furthermore, even titles that do not support HDR are said to improve visuals in most games with Auto HDR technology.

Xbox Game Pass, which allows unlimited play for a fixed price

Xbox Game Pass is expected to be one of the keys to the spread of the Xbox Series X/S. It is a subscription service that allows you to play unlimited Xbox platform games for a fixed price. There are well over 100 titles to play, and if you're an Ultimate member, EA Play titles will be available starting November 10th.

Titles that will be deployed or optimized at the time of the Xbox Series X/S launch

Titles that will be deployed or optimized for the same hardware at the launch of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are as follows. street. However, the titles that have been announced so far are a worldwide lineup, including those that do not support Japanese.

*Listed in alphabetical order in English.

Weekly Famitsu November 19, 2020 issue features Xbox Series X/S on page 12!

In the November 19, 2020 issue of Weekly Famitsu (released November 5, 2020), we will deliver a special feature just before the launch of the Xbox Series X / S, which is about to be launched. Introducing hardware specs, features, launch titles, etc. It also includes a commentary on the points of attention by the person in charge of hardware and comments on the Xbox Series X / S from Head of Xbox Phil Spencer.

The Xbox Series X|S has finally been released. Famitsu.com has started a series of projects that will further detail the hardware! Read on to deepen your understanding of the Xbox Series X|S.