7) Everything Scorpio
Microsoft has given us the specs and we’re fairly sure of what to expect with regards to the console’s performance, but it’s time for Microsoft to lift the lid on Scorpio. A full reveal is expected and necessary, and fans will want a presentation of why Microsoft’s born-again Xbox One will be the home of gaming moving forward.
That won’t necessarily be easy, though, as Sony’s slightly stuttering reveal of PS4 Pro demonstrated. Showcasing the visual fidelity of 4K and 60fps gaming isn’t easy when the majority of the audience is watching via a low-quality live stream. Moreover, Microsoft will also have to be extremely careful that successfully balances touting the advantages of Scorpio without isolating current Xbox One owners.
Scorpio’s impressive hardware undoubtedly makes it the most powerful and capable console ever made, but that increased performance surely comes at a price. What that price is will remain a big question that needs answering. A price range between $450 and $550 is our best guess, which represents decent value for money considering its specifications, but it it still isn’t cheap. Scorpio’s full reveal may very well decide parity between the industry’s major players for the remainder of the generation, so we’ll be on the edge of our seats as the conference unfolds.
