Put the Xbox One X through its paces for real ahead of the console’s launch at the start of November.
There’s less than a month to wait before you can walk into a Microsoft retail store and exchange cold, hard cash for an Xbox One X, but if you can’t wait that long, you can now try out the next-generation console at certain Microsoft outlets around the world.
As part of the launch at the start of November, Microsoft is going to be letting punters have a go on Forza Motorsport 7 in stores, as well as putting on competitions (with prizes) and offering « special appearances » from an unspecified group of gaming celebrities.
« More participating locations will be added in the coming weeks, and soon you’ll be able to play Xbox One X at all Microsoft Store locations prior to launch! » explains Microsoft in a blog post, which is written as enthusiastically as you’d expect.
Some Microsoft stores will be doing more than others to celebrate the launch of the next-gen console: in certain locations you’ll be able to pick up a console at 9pm PT on Monday, November 6 (by our calculations that’s 12.00am ET on Tuesday, November 7, or 5am in London).
For the completely uninitiated, the new console brings with it 4K resolutions, a big step forward in graphics processing, and upscaling for your existing Xbox One X games. The console will cost you $499 (£449, €499, CA$599 or AU$649).
If you were on the fence about whether the upgraded Microsoft video gaming box was for you, some hands-on time at a Microsoft store might tip the balance one way or another in terms of making a purchase. You can of course save yourself the trouble and order your console online if you prefer.
