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I've got some alarming news for you: Developers like Ubisoft are already working on next-gen consoles like the Xbox 360's successor. I know, surprise of the century, right? According to Edge, (who got their info from an anonymous source), Ubisoft Montreal has been sent a devkit from Microsoft and deliveries of the first iteration of the genuine devkit is expected to "reach studios before Christmas". They go on to claim that the final console will indeed be arriving in time for the 2012 holiday season.
"Ubisoft’s teams are said to be working on PCs containing off-the-shelf components provided by Microsoft, and it’s our understanding that several other major developers, including certain EA studios, are also in possession of these target boxes," said Edge. Ubisoft gave the standard, "We do not comment on rumor and speculation," response when asked about the dev kit but it would definitely make sense that they'd have one in their possession.
Edge also reports that a major Sony-owned studio has completely ceased PlayStation 3 development in order to work on the console's successor.
With so many rumors of the next Xbox 360, codenamed "Loop" surfacing all around the interwebs it's starting to seem like it's not such a stretch that the console will be unveiled at CES in January. However, the one thing that throws a rock in to everything is that Frank Conner already confirmed that Halo 4 will be on the 360. Maybe it's just going to be the game that plays out the 360 in style.
Either way, if the next Xbox or PlayStation comes out in 2012 I will feel really bad for Nintendo. What about you?
Source: Edge
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TK7331
Well they are probably going to start working on the consoles and software, but that doesn't mean they are going to come out next year. It will most likely be 2-4 years after when they reveal them and actually launch.
bagoferret
i seriously doubt twenty twelve, xbox already has many big names games that just came out and apparently they have have updates to live on the way seems like a waste to release a new console so soon after this, plus halo 4 is supposedly planned out for the 360 not the 720 or whatever they call the next one
Dreamgod247
Too many new systems for 2012, PS Vita, Wii U, PS4 and XBOX 720. That's going to hurt gaming industry, There's no hurry to rush out a system. Also consider if the Xbox 720 and PS4 coming out 2012. Nintendo my yet surpise everyone yet again and come out with another new console in 2016
DevilishHornet
With the anouncment of Halo 4 I would doubt the "loop" would come out next year. I would expect it to be displayed at E3 or CES maybe but not released. I would love to HOPE that they do release it, put Halo 4 on both consoles, let the Halo elites want the full experience and buy the new console then let the awesomeness of it spread by mouth which might possibly increase sales... I doubt it but that would make me a happy panda :)
yogi_bear_rules
my guesses for what will happen for next gen consoles:
Xbox 720 will probably move up to ps3 hardware but adding allot of motion and voice controls.
PS4 will probably have slightly better graphics and space for games.
i am not so sure on Nintendo but with a little luck they will go back to what made there systems great and upgrade hardware all the way.
its just a guess for now based on what each company seems to be focused on at this point in time.
RockieOllie
The next gen is to be decided when Uncharted 4 comes out
domon7411
I highly doubt we see MS or Sony come out with their new systems anytime before 2013. The only way that could happen is if the only thing they upgrade is the graphics, which have quite frankly hit a plateau in my opinion.
Nintendo really has the most to gain from a new system. While the Wii saw nothing but good figures for most of its life span, the last year or so has been admittedly lackluster. And even if all three systems launch close to each other, Nintendo will be fine. Despite what the 360 and PS3 fanboys believe, Nintendo has a very solid and loyal fan base that can support the company, especially if the Wii U is anything like its been presented to us thus far.
Arm3g3don
I highly doubt a new Xbox console will come in 2012. Why would Microsoft, or rather how could they think people would buy both, release Halo 4(which is for the 360) AND release a new system in the same time frame?Halo is Microsoft biggest franchise albeit the last few Halo outings have been "meh." A PS4, or what ever Sony decides on, could be interesting for a 2012 release. It would allow for a year start( I think the new Xbox will be Fall '13) jump over Microsoft and would be a good move for Sony. Lockdown a target audience and push the Playstation's free online to gain more support for the PS. Either way I see new consoles being shown off at E3 next June.
Tubious
rumor-rumor-not-a-tumahhh!
Tearlach64
There's one good reason Sony and Microsoft might start the next generation in 2012--they'll be counting on people spending their money on a whim in light of the world's "end."
Neskins
PS4 would make a lot of sense, with easy to program games, cheaper material and a better use of that 7 core I mean seriously when we heard that news we were all thinking to get close to Pc graphics,,,sure you could blame some company to be lazy but in all honesty MAKE IT SIMPLE FOR THE WESTERN DEVELOPERS and SONY will rise up in first place like the PS2 did.
QuickKick89
"Either way, if the next Xbox or PlayStation comes out in 2012 I will feel really bad for Nintendo. What about you?"
Nope. They've deserved to suffer for years, and honestly, I hope they do drop hardware. Consoles for real gamers only for the future of gaming, thanks.
Crellan
Well if the rumors is true then it's pretty good news. I believe Nintendo will still survive even if they don't release a console the same year. But I doubt they will be that far behind releasing a console.
DinoHaxxSaur
Like the Wii, Xbox needs to release a new system. With little space on the discs and weaker console power this is a boost the Xbox needs. A new Playstation system is retarded as the system is at its max capabilities. Though a new playstation system wont be bad as long as I don't have to wait 30 minutes to 4 hours just to install and update a game just to play it. I still believe that the new Xbox will be digital content only. Which I think will kill Xbox. But this feature would eliminate the RROD. A new system by 2012 Christmas season does not surprise me in the least. It's all about the competition and the denero.
scorpian876
Honestly I'm satisfied with my Play Station 3,we don't really need a next Gen Console in 2013.Why can't the video game console companies wait until the year 2015? This could be a good reason to have a next Gen Console because maybe the games will work better with out long loading times and maybe there will be no glitches or where the game freezes or slows down in the middle of game play or online gaming.I'll wait on the next Gen Console.Sounds cool.
EFLEM05
bring them on!!!
Liquid Swords
MS has to release the XBOX 720 in 2012 because the 360 has been all tapped out for some time now and hardly have any games left. Kinect was supposed to give the 360 longer legs but it failed to move consoles and shipped 10 million back in March and it's STILL 10 million shipped 8 months later in November now so Kinect clearly failed to save the 360. I don't know if anyone will buy an XBOX 720 at launch this time for fear of the RROD fiasco. MS don't have a good track record with hardware. They will probably still use DVD as well.
Azelfknight
I think I speak for alot of gamers when I say new consoles are the joy and bane of our existence. For one it means dropping 250+ dollars, more in the future for sure, on a new box so we can even start to play anything new. If its "revolutionary" enough to warrant this change I'm for it, but none of this PS4 is a PS3 with slightly better graphics crap. The Gamecube to the Wii transition was crazy and one of the only recent consoles to change the game, then Kinect and Move copied but still...
What I think needs to happens is the current generation needs to keep their customers happy with new games and awesome experiences. Oh wait... that's what they should always do.
Azelfknight
I think I speak for alot of gamers when I say new consoles are the joy and bane of our existence. For one it means dropping 250+ dollars, more in the future for sure, on a new box so we can even start to play anything new. If its "revolutionary" enough to warrant this change I'm for it, but none of this PS4 is a PS3 with slightly better graphics crap. The Gamecube to the Wii transition was crazy and one of the only recent consoles to change the game, then Kinect and Move copied but still...
What I think needs to happens is the current generation needs to keep their customers happy with new games and awesome experiences. Oh wait... that's what they should always do.
nvserg
OK for Sony, it is possible just because of the fact that PS3 was a disappointment from investor s perspective. Sony might take its chances on releasing the system early just like Microsoft did during this recent console.
Microsoft might release a new console if and only if the system is back ward compatible 100%. That way, it will be a better system but you can play all Xbox 360 Games. You ll have your hardcore gamers upgrading, while the kids keep their Xbox 360 Kinect!!!!!
Also the big fact that it has reached its 10 yr mark.
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