Yeah, $40
MS had a free promo with the S for a limited time.
This. I'd imagine there are quite a few of us of Xbox one owners upgrading that skipped the s and would benefit. Microsoft pls
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Xbox One X Preorder Thread
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This. I'd imagine there are quite a few of us of Xbox one owners upgrading that skipped the s and would benefit. Microsoft pls
MaximusPayne
Member
My One S is pretty quiet since I got the fan fixed with the warranty. The PS Pro on the other hand sounds like a vacuum when playing pro patched games. I'm hoping for at least some middle ground with the X.
Okami Haundo
Member
For those in need (and in the U.S.) it looks like Target.com still has pre-orders available. If you sign up for a Redcard you can get 5% off as well. I have one that's just tied to my debit card.
I mean, the UHD Blu-ray thing sounds like you might want a One S just for that, previous exclusives that won't hit PC, and backwards compatibility. Otherwise you'd probably be happier with your high-end PC from the sounds of it. I'm the exact opposite as I don't have the time/patience/interest in building a PC. Xbox fits in perfectly as a replacement.
I mean, the UHD Blu-ray thing sounds like you might want a One S just for that, previous exclusives that won't hit PC, and backwards compatibility. Otherwise you'd probably be happier with your high-end PC from the sounds of it. I'm the exact opposite as I don't have the time/patience/interest in building a PC. Xbox fits in perfectly as a replacement.
draughn101
Member
Play Anywhere titles?
Other than it being a damn fine looking piece of tech, I think your PC might cover what you need.
Depending on your setup of course, if you want an easy 4k-apable machine in your front room, could be worth it.
infinit777
Member
Best buy needs more stock, I wanted to grab it from their on my best buy card but they were having issues and were unable to pre-order it. later turns out it was an issue with their system and they were sold out.
DOT DASH DOT
Member
MS UK and PC World sold out.
Just leaves Smyths and Argos remaining.
Just leaves Smyths and Argos remaining.
No more stock anywhere (for now) it appears. Good luck in the future.
I don't think the "regular" X1X will be difficult to obtain. It's just the "limited-edition" that's gone for now.
Unless you prefer console gaming over PC gaming (which by the sounds of it, you don't)........then frankly, no. Not at all.
Or is this just a rhetorical question
and in some cases shitposting maybe?
If there are a significant number of titles that wants that he can't already get on his PC - then this is a good point. And since he has a "killer gaming PC" I'm assuming performance always matters for him, so having the X1X over a 360, OG XB1 or XB1S will be cost-justified.
Cynn
Member
Xbox and Xbox 360 BC?
In Service
Member
That's a reason to buy an S, not an X, isn't it?
Better performance on the X especially with GPU dependent games. Also 16x AF.
Darklor01
Might need to stop sniffing glue
If these apply to you:
1) You like the brand and want to support it.
2) You like collectors editions and the Scorpio Edition appeals to you.
3) You feel you want the latest and most powerful versions of your consoles (PS4 Pro and/or XBOX One X).
4) You like the services/offerings on the XBOX platform.
5) You like the Backwards Compatibility feature.
6) You can take the system anywhere you like easier than a gaming PC.
7) Other reasons.
For most - yes. But for someone stating they have a "Killer Gaming PC" they are probably very in tune with having the best performing games possible, which the X will give better performance for BC games than the S will. (from my understanding at least - correct me if I'm wrong)
So for that particular poster - then the X is probably worth it.
My OG One was inaudible, with the exception of the power supply which emitted a faint, but high-pitched whine. My One S can be heard from 10 feet way with the volume muted. I went through 3 PS4 Pros before I could find one that wasn't truly offensive, but even the current one can sometimes be heard 10 feet way during quiet gaming sessions.
This is (unfortunately) very true. I'm hoping for the best with my One X.
Zurick
Banned
lol, the scalpers don't even try to hide it.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Xbox-One-X-...652307?hash=item41cd80eb13:g:RyAAAOSwgeRZnB6M
Amazon cancels my order claiming I was using multiple accounts to bypass their limits (I wasn't) and cites "trying to be fair to customers and not people trying to resell on sites like ebay"
Yet... this dude isn't even trying to hide it. Good on him lol
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Xbox-One-X-...652307?hash=item41cd80eb13:g:RyAAAOSwgeRZnB6M
Amazon cancels my order claiming I was using multiple accounts to bypass their limits (I wasn't) and cites "trying to be fair to customers and not people trying to resell on sites like ebay"
Yet... this dude isn't even trying to hide it. Good on him lol
shanafan
Member
Same boat here. I got a i7-7700 with a GTX 1070, but I want try out Halo 5 in 4K. Is it worth $500 though??
In Service
Member
Fair enough. If I had a killer gaming PC, I was thinking I wouldn't want to drop that much on the X compared to the S but I can see the point.
Another reason to get the 1X if you have a killer PC might be HDR. Getting HDR working on my PC has been a huge pain in the ass that i've just about gave up. On my PS4 pro, it's handled by the system, you don't have any fiddling to do. I imagine it will be the same on the 1X. Not sure if this is worth it to you though.
I decided to get the 1X for the UHD player... had gamestop GC (bless you GAF) as well that made the purchase a no brainer.
I decided to get the 1X for the UHD player... had gamestop GC (bless you GAF) as well that made the purchase a no brainer.
I understand, I was just from the viewpoint that if someone was willing to drop that $$$ required for a killer gaming PC, then what's an extra $250 to get the best BC game performance.
In Service
Member
I'm still waiting for a decent game to use HDR on the XBX. I mean, I have my LG B6 and the HDR content I have access to is limited.
Sunset Overdrive is worth 500 and more. I swear they better get Insomniac to work on a 4K patch or I'll go ballistic.
Captain Zyrain
Member
SOLD OUT EVERYWHERE! (?)
https://www.windowscentral.com/xbox...o-edition-appears-be-sold-out-major-retailers
https://www.windowscentral.com/xbox...o-edition-appears-be-sold-out-major-retailers
Okami Haundo
Member
SO 4K Patch died so Spider-Man could live! Start prepping to go ballistic lol!
If any games deserves HDR it's SO!
MilkyJoe
Member
You could get hit by a bus tomorrow?
You're alive for a short time, always do what makes you happy*
*unless of course what makes you happy today fucks something else up.
In Service
Member
Guy that is currently at gamescom reports that the PS Edition has gradient from dark grey to black as you can see in the image below that was taken there. I am personally not happy about that if the color difference is indeed that visible!
Hmmm. Not sure about this. Black or White is fine but the gradient jars.
MilkyJoe
Member
Guy that is currently at gamescom reports that the PS Edition has gradient from dark grey to black as you can see in the image below that was taken there. I am personally not happy about that if the color difference is indeed that visible!
I'm hanging on to my pre-order for the time being, but I'm probably going to cancel it for the standard, black, one.
guitarguy316
Member
is that controller jet black? lighting looks greyish
Colbert
Banned
That is what I thinking about too.
Can you flip it? Maybe make your money back and enough to get a game or two?
Colbert
Banned
The image has not a very good quality tbh. Here is another shot with a little more distance and better light and something to compare to
deadstar72
Neo Member
That does look odd but may be an effect from flash in the shot or something? Surely if it was actually that severe under normal conditions it would've been noticed in one of the videos by now
No way people are actually buying it at that price.
Is the only difference with scropio edition and normal one the text, or is the texture special also?
Guy that is currently at gamescom reports that the PS Edition has gradient from dark grey to black as you can see in the image below that was taken there. I am personally not happy about that if the color difference is indeed that visible!
I really like it personally. But had hoped it was an actual texture
MilkyJoe
Member
Probably, but common decency prohibits. I'd rather give someone else a fair shot than make a profit.
Ovech-King
Gold Member
Yeah it should look verrrry good on the X . I'm tracking its price until November to grab it at about 40$.
The lighting is definitely messing with the image. Take a look at the stand and compare how it looks on the right side (top side of X1X) compared to the rest of it. Besides, in the unboxing videos on YT, you can see the gradient, but is is not that drastic.
MilkyJoe
Member
Be sure to get Blizzard Mountain.
Colbert
Banned
Ovech-King
Gold Member
I shall look into some gameplay videos indeed . Thanks for the suggestion 👍
Okami Haundo
Member
Woah! I had no idea that the color gradient was there. I just thought that was some interesting texturing on the entire console. Honestly I really like that look. It'll keep the box from just blending in completely with my entertainment center without looking too jarring. I love my One S, but the white stands out quite a bit right now.
Bring on November 7th! Between this and the Assassin's Creed Origin's information that Mike Ybarra just tweeted I'm a happy camper!
Edit: This unboxing video has the best view of the console yet. The gradient is definitely noticeable but I quite like it.
Bring on November 7th! Between this and the Assassin's Creed Origin's information that Mike Ybarra just tweeted I'm a happy camper!
Edit: This unboxing video has the best view of the console yet. The gradient is definitely noticeable but I quite like it.
JohnnyFootball
GerAlt-Right. Ciriously.
Pre-ordered mine at Gamestop this morning.
Yeah, I want this thing.
Yeah, I want this thing.
Gears 4 is amazing. Horizon is good too. Origins and Wolf 2 might have good HDR too
I really hope so. I take you by your word
Well, anything is possible, but I seriously doubt that the stand is two-toned.
Got my preorder in yesterday. Still unsure, I have not exactly been blown away by my PS4 Pro so far.
OH I actually quite like that, it's a really nice grey to black.