Xbox fans are eager to know: what's the name of Microsoft’s next console? While Microsoft hasn’t announced anything officially, rumors are swirling. Let’s break them down—plus see what insights we actually have.
🤫 The “Xbox Prime” Rumor: Real or Just a Codename?
A prominent leak from TheGhostOfHope (a known Call of Duty insider) suggests that Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox—slated for a 2026 launch—may be called “Xbox Prime”. The leak claims:
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The console will launch with a new Call of Duty title as a day-one release on the platform (Wikipedia, FizX).
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It’s unclear whether “Xbox Prime” is a codename or the actual consumer-facing name. (FizX)
However, this information has not been verified. Another insider, Jez Corden, outright rejected the rumor that a console called Xbox Prime will launch in 2026. (The Gamer)
✅ Microsoft’s Official Position
In mid-2025, Microsoft announced an ongoing collaboration with AMD to co-engineer next-gen gaming hardware, confirming support for Xbox Game Pass, backward compatibility, and multi-store access across console, PC, cloud, and handheld devices (Wikipedia).
While no official name has been given, Microsoft emphasized the upcoming system will represent a major leap, powered by AMD Zen 6 CPU and RDNA 5 GPU silicon—possibly codenamed Magnus internally. (techradar.com)
🧭 Industry Perspective: What Makes Sense?
| Theory | Details |
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| Xbox Prime | Rumored to launch in 2026 with new CoD title. Might be codename or final name. (FizX) |
| Magnus / Project Code Name | Likely internal label; indicates high-end performance with AI features. (techradar.com) |
| Unlikely or Delayed | Corden and others doubt a new console this early, given the typical 7‑8 year lifecycle. (The Gamer, The Sun) |
🧠 Final Thoughts
As of now, “Xbox Prime” is an unconfirmed rumor—and possibly just a working codename. Microsoft has affirmed a next-gen Xbox is in development, but has not committed to any name or release date. Most analysts predict a launch window between 2026 and 2027, with an official reveal likely within a year of release. (Insider Gaming)
🔍 What Should We Watch For?
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Any Microsoft or Xbox Game Showcase events in late 2025
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Additional leaks from Call of Duty insiders or Microsoft hardware insiders
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Official announcements confirming the console name or hardware specs
✅ Bottom Line
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No confirmed name yet—Microsoft hasn’t made any announcements.
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“Xbox Prime” remains speculative and may just be a codename.
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Internal references like “Magnus” point to performance ambitions.
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Expect an official name reveal and launch date within 12 months of release.