Microsoft Holds Xbox E3 2016 Briefing
Unveils New Xbox One Products and Game Lineup with Additional Features

Microsoft held the Xbox E3 2016 briefing at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, USA, on June 13 at 9:30 a.m. local time (1:30 a.m. Korean time on June 13), where it announced a new Xbox One model, a strengthened game lineup, and various features of Xbox Live.

Phil Spencer, the head of Xbox, emphasized that the Xbox team has worked to break the boundaries of existing consoles and create the future of gaming experience transcending console generations.

Xbox will support Xbox Live across all devices and networks including consoles, PCs, VR, and mobile devices, providing an integrated gaming experience. Additionally, through the new Xbox Play Anywhere program, gamers will be able to share progress, saved games, and achievements between Xbox One and Windows 10 PC when purchasing a game, according to the announcement.



Phil Spencer stated, "Gamers will have unprecedented opportunities in playing games," and added, "Xbox is preparing a strong game lineup for Xbox One and Windows 10. Additionally, based on Xbox Live, we will unify gamers across all networks, expand the Xbox One model portfolio by adding 'Xbox One S' and 'Project Scorpio,' and deliver the best gaming experience that gamers desire."

New Xbox One hardware and accessories provide gamers with unprecedented choice. All Xbox One devices will support both upcoming games and games supported by backward compatibility, and are compatible with all accessories.

The new Xbox One S, featuring a sleek design and Robot White color, is the smallest Xbox ever. The console is 40% smaller, features an internal power supply, and supports 4K Ultra HD for Blu-ray movies and content from Netflix and Amazon. HDR (High Dynamic Range) delivers richer and sharper color in gaming and video for games like "Gears of War 4." Pre-orders for Xbox One S are available starting today.

Project Scorpio, scheduled for release in late 2017, will be equipped with a 6 teraflops GPU that supports 4K resolution and VR smoothly. Additionally, it is compatible with Xbox One games and accessories.

The more comfortable grip and white-colored Xbox Wireless Controller adds Bluetooth functionality for easy wireless connection to Windows 10 PCs and tablets. It is scheduled for release in August.

Microsoft operates the Xbox Design Lab, where gamers can customize the controller body, d-pad, thumbstick, ABXY buttons and more in over 8 million color combinations. Laser etching of patterns is also possible. Each controller is individually manufactured and shipped directly to the customer. Xbox Design Lab has first opened in select countries including the United States, with plans to support other countries sequentially. For more details, visit the Xbox Design Lab page (www.xbox.com/xboxdesignlab).

Microsoft, together with The Coalition, introduces a limited-edition Xbox Gears of War 4 Elite Wireless Controller. The laser-etched claw marks and vintage design conveying the feel of battle capture the game story of fighting against the Swarm. Scheduled for release in early October in limited quantities, pre-orders are available starting June 13.

The goal of Xbox Live is to build a safe, fun, and stable online community for all gamers. Xbox announced several features to break down barriers between gamers on different devices and make gaming more accessible.

The Xbox Live Clubs feature connects gamers in new ways and allows people with similar interests, values, and playstyles to create dedicated communities. Xbox Live Group Search makes it easy for multiplayer gamers to find other gamers to play with so they can jump right into multiplayer battle.

Xbox Live Arena is a new online tournament platform designed for both beginners and skilled gamers to enjoy. Competitive games on Xbox One and Windows 10 can be played on Xbox Live Arena, and players can participate in tournaments through the Xbox UI or Xbox app. Cross-play, which allows Xbox One and Windows 10 gamers to play together in multiplayer mode, is also supported. "Gears of War 4," "Forza Horizon 3," "Sea of Thieves," and "Scalebound" are all planned to support cross-play between Xbox One and Windows 10 PC. Additionally, "Minecraft" supports cross-play between Windows 10-based devices and iOS and Android.

Cortana, which features voice command functionality similar to Windows 10 and concrete gaming language, will be applied to Xbox One. Cortana will first be applied in the United States and the United Kingdom, with plans for sequential rollout to other countries.

Through an Xbox update scheduled for this summer, popular PC games can also be found on Xbox Live, with new games added monthly. Players can check what games their friends are playing on the Xbox app, watch or directly upload game videos, and exchange voice chats and messages with friends.

Additionally, reflecting fan feedback, language region restrictions will be removed. This allows gamers to choose any supported language regardless of their location.