Microsoft suspends the digital edition of Xbox One X and Xbox One S before the launch of Series X

Microsoft is officially stopping production of its Xbox One X and Xbox One S All-Digital Edition consoles. “As we move into the future with Xbox Series X, we are taking the natural step of stopping production on Xbox One X and Xbox One S All-Digital Edition,” a Microsoft spokesperson said in a statement to The edge. “Xbox One S will continue to be manufactured and sold worldwide.”

Reports of Xbox One X and Xbox One S shortages have emerged in recent weeks, and there has been increased demand on current consoles from Microsoft and Sony during the pandemic. While production is ending on the Xbox One X and Xbox One S digital edition, stock for some retailers is likely to still be available in the coming months. “Gamers can check with their local retailers for more details on the availability of Xbox One hardware,” says a Microsoft spokesperson.

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Microsoft first introduced the Xbox One X in November 2017. Designed as “the world’s most powerful console” at the time, Microsoft focused on power and hardware for its 6-teraflop Xbox One X.

The Xbox One S All-Digital Edition was released only in April last year, as a diskless version of the Xbox One S. Reports have suggested that sales were strong for this particular console, and Microsoft even listed it as part of the $ 19.99 per month. Xbox All Access subscription that includes access to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

Microsoft plans to continue its subscriptions to Xbox All Access for the launch of Xbox Series X later this year, offering subscribers the opportunity to upgrade to the new console. The software maker is also expected to launch a cheaper and less powerful next-gen Xbox. Called “Lockhart,” this second Xbox is likely to make up a large part of Microsoft’s pricing approach for its next-gen Xbox plans.

Microsoft is rumored to be gearing up to unveil this second Xbox next month, after reports suggested the company originally planned to reveal its existence in June. This second console can also be called the Xbox Series S and is expected to target 1080p / 1440p gaming.