Project Helix Price $1,200‑$1,800 Forecast [Report] – Xbox 2028

Project Helix, Microsoft’s next‑generation Xbox console, is projected to retail between $1,200 and $1,800 and is slated for a holiday 2028 launch, according to a Fortune report cited by TalkEsport, with additional details on a 2027 handheld and Game Pass restructuring. The report, sourced from internal Microsoft financial models, outlines a price band that could rise to $1,800 if component costs remain high, but may dip toward $1,200 should Microsoft subsidize production. Microsoft also hinted at a companion handheld device targeting the 2027 holiday season, aiming to broaden the Xbox ecosystem beyond traditional consoles. Alongside hardware, the company plans a major Game Pass overhaul, introducing à la carte subscription tiers that could reshape revenue streams for both Microsoft and third‑party developers. TalkEsport notes that no official comment has been made by Microsoft, and the projected figures remain speculative pending final component pricing and market testing. Analysts at 217G compare the projected pricing to current high‑end console markets, suggesting that the secondary market for limited‑edition Xbox skins and accounts could see liquidity spikes similar to recent trends in the PlayStation ecosystem. For a deeper dive into digital asset trading, see our guide on the .