Xbox CEO says Project Helix will be a family of devices

Xbox chief Asha Sharma confirmed that Microsoft’s Project Helix, first revealed as a codename for the company’s next‑generation console, will actually comprise a “family” of devices rather than a single unit. Speaking to BBC News, Sharma said the company has been “hard at work on a great next generation and a great family of devices for Helix, and we’ll share more soon.” She declined to comment on whether the new platform will be a disc‑less console, a question that has drawn significant speculation among gamers.

In related news, Microsoft has launched a program aimed at digitizing users’ physical game libraries, allowing players to convert disc‑based titles into digital copies. Earlier this year, the company announced a strategic multi‑year partnership with AMD to collaborate on next‑generation hardware and software solutions, a move that is expected to shape the performance and capabilities of the Helix ecosystem. The partnership is slated to begin in 2025, with both firms working closely on architecture and optimization.

These developments signal Microsoft’s broader strategy to expand its console portfolio and enhance the user experience through digital services and hardware innovation. As the company prepares to unveil further details, industry observers will be watching closely to see how the Helix family will be structured and how the new digitization program will impact the gaming market.