Xbox announced an event about its new console 'Project Helix'

Xbox confirmed a new digital event for May 7, where it will show news about its next console, known as Project Helix. The system will be the successor to Xbox Series X/S and is starting to generate expectations in the run-up to its launch

The broadcast will take place at 13:00 (Argentine time) through the official Xbox YouTube channel, in an event entitled “Game Dev Update”.

What is Project Helix, the new Xbox Project Helix console

will be the brand's next official console, developed internally by Xbox. The company has already ruled out that it is a third-party device

The vice-president of the new generation, Jason Ronald, clarified that the hardware is first-party, which implies that it will not be manufactured by external companies such as ASUS.

Versions of possible variants of the system developed by third parties also emerged, although for now there is no official confirmation.

What will be shown at the May 7 event The event will feature the participation of

Jason Ronald and Chris Charla, responsible for portfolios and programs

In addition to Project Helix, information is expected on developer tools, changes to the marketplace and a review of announcements made at the GDC.

At the moment, it's not clear how much space the new console will have inside the presentation

A console that is already beginning to generate expectations

Xbox has already begun to promote the project with special package shipments to streamers, marking the beginning of the cycle of expectation surrounding hardware

According to executive Asha Sharma, the console will allow you to play Xbox and PC titles, which would significantly expand its catalog.

Xbox's challenges for the next generation The

launch of Project Helix comes in a complex context for the brand. The Xbox Series X/S struggled to consolidate in the market

There are also concerns about possible price increases, linked to problems in the supply of components such as memory.