• Skip to main content
  • Skip to header right navigation
  • Skip to site footer
Gameranx

Gameranx

Video Game News, Lists & Guides

  • News
  • Features
  • Platforms
    • Xbox Series X
    • PS5
    • Nintendo
  • Videos
  • Upcoming Games
  • Guides
  • News
  • Features
  • Platforms
    • Xbox Series X
    • PS5
    • Nintendo
  • Videos
  • Upcoming Games
  • Guides

Xbox One “Second Generation” Already In Production? (Rumor)

April 27, 2016 by Stephen Daly

Microsoft may have been producing its more powerful Xbox One since February.

Xbox One
According to an alleged Chinese manufacturing image posted on NeoGAF, an “Xbox One II” is already in production and has been since February, with initial planning starting in February 2014.

It’s quite possible this is not a legitimate image but if it is, Xbox One II is presumably an internal name used for differentiating the new systems from the original Xbox One. That being said, no one ever expected Microsoft to follow the Xbox with the Xbox 360 and then the Xbox One so who knows.

Also unclear is whether this is merely a slim version or a more powerful console. However, it seems the company may be hoping to reduce the console to just 800g (around 1.76lbs) from the current 3,000g (6.6lbs). Microsoft has previously suggested that they may remove the Blu-Ray drive for a digital only console. The drive contributes around a third and also requires power while generating noise.

oCfQj79
Recent reports, including a filing with Brazilian state body Anatel, have suggested that Microsoft is prototyping multiple new Xbox One hardware variations. Microsoft also has a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the US government agency responsible for approving devices such as the Xbox One. That NDA expires on June 25th, 12 days after Microsoft’s E3 press conference.

FCC filings have previously revealed new phones ahead of their official reveal.

While Xbox head Phil Spencer has denied plans to offer upgraded or upgradable hardware but it’s looking increasingly likely that there will be some form of hardware revision announced at E3.

Sony is also reported to be working on a more powerful version of the PlayStation 4.

Share this post:

FacebookTwitterLinkedInPinterest

Recent Videos

Top 10 NEW Games of AUGUST 2025

Top 10 NEW Games of AUGUST 2025

20 Best ZOMBIE Games You Shouldn't Miss

20 Best ZOMBIE Games You Shouldn't Miss

10 Games That DESERVED Better

10 Games That DESERVED Better

10 WORST Games Where The Story ROCKS

10 WORST Games Where The Story ROCKS

CYBERPUNK 2077 PATCH 2.3 MAKES BIG CHANGES, FALLOUT 5 GREENLIT & MORE

CYBERPUNK 2077 PATCH 2.3 MAKES BIG CHANGES, FALLOUT 5 GREENLIT & MORE

Donkey Kong Bananza - Before You Buy

Donkey Kong Bananza - Before You Buy

Ready or Not - Before You Buy

Ready or Not - Before You Buy

10 Game Moments That Broke Every Rule You Expected

10 Game Moments That Broke Every Rule You Expected

The Story Behind 2025's Biggest Gaming Disaster

The Story Behind 2025's Biggest Gaming Disaster

Category: UpdatesTag: Microsoft, Xbox One

Sidebar

Recent Posts

  • Ubisoft Themselves Hint Assassin’s Creed Shadows Is Coming To The Switch 2
  • Latest Mafia: The Old Country Trailer Gives Us Another Peek At Its Gameplay
  • Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake: Everything We Know So Far
  • Most Anticipated Game Releases for Late 2025 & Early 2026
  • Pokémon Go: Adventure Week Schedule and Bonuses

Copyright © 2025 · Gameranx · All Rights Reserved · Powered by Mai Theme