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Project Scorpio to be shown off next week according to Jez C... (READ MOD POST)
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rokkerkory
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Spencer already hinted this would happen a few weeks ago.
Hope it is DF because they would have the know-how on how best to do comparison videos, in-depth analysis etc.
Let's go! I don't think price will be announced btw, this is more about the capabilities of the machine.
Show what it can do with some existing titles now, show it with new games and announce price at E3.
TheChewyWaffles
Member
My bet is no - maybe only minor tweaks
Consoles aren't revealed at E3 any more, it seems. I think the only recent one that was first revealed at E3 was the Xbox One S, and that's just a revision.
matrixman92
Member
nice, thats exciting!
matrixman92
Member
I dont think Microsoft wants to commit suicide
Sikamikanico
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Jez said "mebbe" to DF on Twitter. So let's see.
VlaudTheImpaler
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If it's a premium console I think it should come with at least one Elite controller. Hopefully if it does it will be a slightly improved one. I frigging love mine and even though it's working perfectly I think I'd buy another one if it had options kinda like the create your own controller thing that MS did a while ago.
Jimmyfenix
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hanspampel
Banned
lol yeah, you're right
I am actually really looking forward to this. I didn't particularly care for my xbox one besides sunset overdrive, however the latest OS that just got pushed out is phenomenal. The system is running much smoother, it has me hopeful for what we see from the scorpio. I also hope gamestop or someone has a trade in promotion for it.
Honestly, I am impressed with Microsoft it sounds like they are listening, the OS was a disaster and has taken a while to fix but it looks like its well on its way. I think they may take to heart the cries for first party games with scorpio so hopefully were in for a surprise.
Honestly, I am impressed with Microsoft it sounds like they are listening, the OS was a disaster and has taken a while to fix but it looks like its well on its way. I think they may take to heart the cries for first party games with scorpio so hopefully were in for a surprise.
I think it'll at least have the new rubberized controller. Elite if they want to go above $399.
Koutsoubas
Member
They have a serious problem with their exclusives. Halo/Gears/Forza dont cut it anymore
Triggerhappytel
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No way; DF would probably pull in a fraction as many views as IGN. I reckon it'll be either IGN (being the biggest website) or Game Informer (due to marketing agreements/store promotions with Gamestop).
MosquitoSmasher
Member
It's cool and all what Jez is saying but I'd rather have MS confirm it themselves at this point. Unless it's indeed just an article by DF which to be honest would definitely feel a bit underwhelming compared to a reveal. I mean would they then release photos and a video of the system alongside it?
They don't need a special event for it but just dedicate a part of the MS event to Scorpio then. Reveal it there.
They don't need a special event for it but just dedicate a part of the MS event to Scorpio then. Reveal it there.
Dark Cloud
Member
So it's supposed to be specs? If so, there's nothing exciting for me when it comes to specs. If E3 is where the new games are at, then I'm excited for that.
VlaudTheImpaler
tl;dr
I'm honestly hoping they just ditch the old outdated controllers and switch to the paddle style at some point in time. It would bring the price down if it became mainstream.
MeisterLeder
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Yeah there needs to some kind of official statement from MS. I sounds weird that they would reveal more about the console through some 3rd Party website.
VlaudTheImpaler
tl;dr
Wrong thread maybe?
Did you mean to post in this one?
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1357254
What about Polygon or The Verge? I see DF because they would be preaching to the choir.
ArkhamFantasy
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IGN would give them more views, but they arent going to be as informative as the digital foundry guys, and it doesnt really matter because they are going to spend millions of dollars on a hype conference in June to sell this thing, and probably hundreds of millions advertising it in the fall.
Next week is probably going to be about giving a detailed explanation as to why you would want this platform, not about getting everyone and their moms attention. They have plenty of time to advertise this thing, messaging is key right now.
Next week is probably going to be about giving a detailed explanation as to why you would want this platform, not about getting everyone and their moms attention. They have plenty of time to advertise this thing, messaging is key right now.
The one take away from DF doing it if its true IMO is that...i'm not expecting any surprises...in terms of..."we said 6tf but its actually 8tf". I know lots of peeps are hoping the 6tf figure is super conservative...I think a somewhat low key showing like this makes sense to keep peoples expectations in check. The amount of things i read on Twitter saying its going to run everything at 4k 60fps staggers me...
MosquitoSmasher
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Yep exactly.
I've googled things and i would say have the Scorpio reveal here:
https://www.google.nl/amp/www.theve...5073562/microsoft-spring-surface-event-rumors
I'm sure as we get closer to next week we'll get more clarity on it.
demigod
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It will most likely be polygon. I see polygon news all the time on yahoo.
Milly Osworth
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A thread without console warriors?!
VlaudTheImpaler
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If I where a betting man, I'd guess that they are going to save the price reveal for E3.
Don't want to give Sony more time to make a decision on announcing a pricedrop at E3 right after the Scorpio's price is revealed. Which I am betting on is what is going to happen.
But, then again, it might give time for people to get used to the pricetag and hyped up so that a Pro pricedrop doesn't have as much effect.
CrimsonEclipse
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Im confused, is this going to be an official unveiling or some kind of leak by Eurogamer?
rokkerkory
Member
I would say it goes like this:
April: Here are the major details of the h/w and showing off a few games running native 4k vs others that cannot run same game at native 4k
May: Some more details come out in interviews, articles perhaps MS videos. Leaks of what h/w would look like. Leaks of price.
E3: Full reveal, price, h/w, launch games, etc
They need to build momentum with hype in April and May
DF would do the in depth technical breakdown then IGN and the rest would report on it like normal.
This would be smart Generate Hype now. Finish off pricing then go all out with games.
They have to generate interest in games on their consoles again.
Colbert
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I also do not expect surprises on the already known specs. As you already said elsewhere the memory speed is the most outstanding spec anyway.
I think late October at the earliest. Probably early November.
I guess Maybe Microsoft thought it would be a good idea for a website to get all of the hardware stuff out of the way. Digital Foundry would make the most sense. Article and video detailing finial specs and what it means for multiplatform games going forward. That's all that we would need really.
Kabuki Waq
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Awesome. Must mean e3 is going to be pure software.
Phil Spencer said he wants to focus on games rather than hardware during E3 and implied Scorpio will be revealed prior.
The timing of this information makes sense given that statement.
Guys, I have a feeling Microsoft has been silent this year in preps for this hardware launch.... similar to how Nintendo was relatively silent for a year leading up to the Switch reveal. This e3 will be very big for both companies (I hope).
Xbudz
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My reasoning is that Phil Spencer has mentioned Scorpio is "ahead of schedule" at least twice now.