Microsoft confirms November 10 launch date for the Xbox Series S

By Giovanni Colantonio Published April 25, 2023

Microsoft revealed the official launch date for its upcoming Xbox Series S console. It will hit stores on November 10.

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Microsoft confirmed the digital-only console following weeks of rumors and less than a day after a trailer was leaked. The trailer revealed the launch date and other rumors, including the $300 price, which was later confirmed.

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Microsoft did not say whether the Series and the flagship Xbox Series X will launch at the same time.

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