Me too !!! that’s the first game I will play through again. Last year I was still on my 1080 P gaming monitor. last month i upgraded to a 27 inch, 4ms 4K 10bit panel. Can’t wait !
Xbox One X
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What is your monitor’s model, if you don’t mind me asking? I used to game on a monitor, changed to the TV when I got a 4K set. Wouldn’t mind having a 4K monitor as well.
X1X enhanced patches available to download now:
Diablo 3
Gears of War 4
GRIDD
Mantis 2
Outlast 2
Super Night Riders
Diablo 3
Gears of War 4
GRIDD
Mantis 2
Outlast 2
Super Night Riders
I’ll grab Diablo 3. Already have Gears.
I think I’ll pick up another external hard drive tomorrow. These 100 gig games are no joke.
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-27-...c-monitor-black-white/5770300.p?skuId=5770300
I have always used gaming monitors because I do so much competitive gaming. My last one was a Ben q 24 inch at 1 ms of input lag . But I’m very sensitive to input and response rate and even going up to from 1 to 4 ms I can tell a very slight difference to where I had to adjust my timing slightly . But for this quality picture I’m not going to complain. it’s a beautiful display!
When I purchased this last month, it was on sale for 399.00.
Any Twin-Stick Shooter bros are going to love this:
Xbox One X support for 4k/60fps confirmed as well as 30-minute trial; as someone who has played this game since its initial release on Steam, I highly recommend giving it a try. Even better with couch co-op pals.
Xbox One X support for 4k/60fps confirmed as well as 30-minute trial; as someone who has played this game since its initial release on Steam, I highly recommend giving it a try. Even better with couch co-op pals.
Never played the 360 version so I'll look to grab this on a sale in a few months or so.
Call of Duty WWII added finally but doesn't say 4K/HDR (several outlets have reported it's both). Is Battlefield 1 getting any enhancements? Thought I heard it was.
Good sir I see you are a man of discerning taste. Please allow me to distract you with the Microsoft dancing monkey of shattered dreams.
It seems the monkey is dead.
I found this collage of supposedly enhanced games...if it’s all true I hope BF1 gets added soon. I don’t see why it wouldn’t.
Probably checkerboard, but who cares. Any kind of 4K is great as long as it's on Xbox One X.
http://www.techadvisor.co.uk/review/games-consoles/xbox-one-x-review-3660153/
Hands-on: Xbox One X review
Everything you need to know about the 4K games console
Lewis Painter
Microsoft officially unveiled the One X at E3 2017, calling it “the most powerful console ever”. That may be - you’d expect it be better than everything before it - but will it actually be any good? We've spent a bit of time playing 4K games on the Xbox One X, and here's what we think about the console so far.
Xbox One X
Release date
7 November 2017 - pre-order now
Price
£449.99 / US$499.99
CPU
2.3GHz custom octacore processor
GPU
AMD chip with 12GB GDDR5 RAM and 6 Teraflops of performance
Storage
1TB
Wireless
Bluetooth + Wi-Fi
Wired
3x USB 3.0, optical audio out,
Optical drive
4K Blu-ray drive
HDR support
Yes
Dimensions
300 x 239 x 61mm
Separately, we’ve compared the Xbox One X to the PS4 Pro, and also the Xbox One S, so we won’t spend too much time mentioning those comparisons here.
Xbox One X: Pre-orders
Microsoft announced the launch of pre-orders during its Gamescom live stream, but only for the limited edition 'Project Scorpio Edition' of the console, which includes an exclusive vertical stand and has 'Project Scorpio' inscribed on both the console and the included controller.Unsurprisingly, it sold out almost immediately.
Fortunately, you can now pre-order the Xbox One X regular edition. If you're in the UK, head to GAME, Amazon, Argos and the official store; in the US check out GameStop, Best Buy, Amazon, and the Microsoft store. Act fast though - we don't know how much stock Microsoft will have ready for launch.
Xbox One X: Features and design
Looking at the hardware to begin with, this is the smallest console Microsoft has ever made. And even though it's only a little smaller than the One S, it's remarkable considering it’s by far the most powerful console on the market. Compared to Sony's bulky PS4 Pro, the Xbox One X looks sleek.
That grunt comes from an AMD APU, which is basically a CPU and GPU on one chip. Without going into the boring details, suffice to say that the graphical power should be a bit better than the new Radeon RX 580, which costs between £250 and £300.
This can deliver superb 4K graphics at 60fps (but not in all games), and that’s really the main selling point of the One X.
It also goes a long way to justifying that £449 price. And don’t forget there’s a 4K Blu-ray drive as well – the PS4 Pro doesn’t have one of those. And for those without super-fast internet connections that support top-quality 4K streaming (which, let’s face it, is most people) this could actually be useful.
The relatively slim dimensions mean you should be able to pop the console in your TV bench without it being particularly noticeable. Plus, as you’re probably spotted, it’s black rather than the more conspicuous white finish of the Xbox One S.
There’s no change to the design of the controller, which too, is now black.
Unlike the PS4, the Xbox One X doesn’t appear to support VR. Microsoft hasn't mentioned anything VR-related at the moment, but it's the perfect console to provide high-end VR experiences. Could we see an Xbox VR headset, or support for existing VR headsets like the Oculus Rift in future? We can only hope.
We do know, though, that the One X will support AMD FreeSync 2, which could be appealing if you were planning to buy a new monitor and game on that rather than a big TV.
Xbox One X: Performance
But let's get down to the reason why the Xbox One X is so popular: the performance is phenomenal. We've used the 4K-enabled PS4 Pro since it was released at the back-end of 2016 and it simply cannot compare to what the Xbox One X offers.
We've played a handful of games on the Xbox One X, including the likes of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Forza Motorsport 7 and Middle-earth: Shadow of War, and we were hypnotised by the gorgeously detailed environments and smooth 4K@60fps playback. It's true 4K too, and doesn't rely on many of the tricks that Sony uses to provide 4K gaming on the PS4 Pro.
Whether it's exploring dusty ruins as Lara Croft or tearing up Brands Hatch in Forza 7, the difference between what's offered by the Xbox One X and existing consoles is night-and-day.
It really is an impressive feat when you consider the size (and price!) of the PC or laptop required to provide that kind of performance!
It really enhances the overall gaming experience, bringing it in line with what high-end PC gamers experience when playing the latest title. And much like your PC brethren, many Xbox One X-supported games will offer multiple graphical options to give you the experience you desire.
Some gamers prefer higher framerates while others can deal with 30fps but love detailed textures and environments. It's also good news for those that don't own a 4K TV, as the Xbox One X will offer other graphical enhancements.
Xbox One X: Launch titles
Forza Motorsport 7 is one of the 4K launch titles, and it does look fantastic running on the console. In fact, we mention the Xbox One X performance in our Forza 7 review.
Assassin’s Creed Origins and Middle-Earth: Shadow of War will also launch with the console and support 4K.
There will be free 4K updates for Halo Wars 2, Forza Horizon 3, Minecraft and Gears of War 4, with more than 130 games in total receiving the ‘Xbox One X Enhanced’ titles - you can see the full list on Microsoft's site.
Xbox One X: Should I buy one?
The answer depends on which console(s) you already own, and whether you already have a powerful gaming PC.
First, though, let’s talk TVs. If you don’t have a 4K TV, you won't get the full experience, although you will see graphical improvements. There are still a few benefits of using the One X on a 1080p TV, such as faster game loading times and HDR (if you own one of the few non-4K models that support it) and extra graphical fidelity thanks to things such as anisotropic filtering.
The One S has Dolby Atmos sound and a 4K Blu-ray drive, so they’re not new or unique to the One X.
But if you do have a 4K TV and you’re still on an Xbox 360 or Xbox One, the One X should be very tempting indeed – so long as you’re excited by the launch titles.
Microsoft has realised that gamers want backwards compatibility, and you’ll be able to play older titles on the One X (as you can on the One and One S). Indeed, for 360 games it’s as simple as inserting the disc.
But it’s the new games, and those existing titles getting the Enhanced treatment, which will be the real reason to splash out on the One X.
OUR VERDICT
The Xbox One X is massively powerful and comes at a steep price. But compared to the equivalent gaming PC, it’s exceptionally cheap. Right now, its appeal is slightly limited by the selection of launch titles, but if you’re a Forza, Assassin’s Creed or Gears of War fan, then there could be enough to tempt you. Ultimately, the One X isn’t for everyone, but if you have a 4K TV you’re in for a real treat.
We'll be sure to give a more thorough verdict once we publish our full review of the Xbox One X, so check back soon.
Hands-on: Xbox One X review
Everything you need to know about the 4K games console
Lewis Painter
Microsoft officially unveiled the One X at E3 2017, calling it “the most powerful console ever”. That may be - you’d expect it be better than everything before it - but will it actually be any good? We've spent a bit of time playing 4K games on the Xbox One X, and here's what we think about the console so far.
Xbox One X
Release date
7 November 2017 - pre-order now
Price
£449.99 / US$499.99
CPU
2.3GHz custom octacore processor
GPU
AMD chip with 12GB GDDR5 RAM and 6 Teraflops of performance
Storage
1TB
Wireless
Bluetooth + Wi-Fi
Wired
3x USB 3.0, optical audio out,
Optical drive
4K Blu-ray drive
HDR support
Yes
Dimensions
300 x 239 x 61mm
Separately, we’ve compared the Xbox One X to the PS4 Pro, and also the Xbox One S, so we won’t spend too much time mentioning those comparisons here.
Xbox One X: Pre-orders
Microsoft announced the launch of pre-orders during its Gamescom live stream, but only for the limited edition 'Project Scorpio Edition' of the console, which includes an exclusive vertical stand and has 'Project Scorpio' inscribed on both the console and the included controller.Unsurprisingly, it sold out almost immediately.
Fortunately, you can now pre-order the Xbox One X regular edition. If you're in the UK, head to GAME, Amazon, Argos and the official store; in the US check out GameStop, Best Buy, Amazon, and the Microsoft store. Act fast though - we don't know how much stock Microsoft will have ready for launch.
Xbox One X: Features and design
Looking at the hardware to begin with, this is the smallest console Microsoft has ever made. And even though it's only a little smaller than the One S, it's remarkable considering it’s by far the most powerful console on the market. Compared to Sony's bulky PS4 Pro, the Xbox One X looks sleek.
That grunt comes from an AMD APU, which is basically a CPU and GPU on one chip. Without going into the boring details, suffice to say that the graphical power should be a bit better than the new Radeon RX 580, which costs between £250 and £300.
This can deliver superb 4K graphics at 60fps (but not in all games), and that’s really the main selling point of the One X.
It also goes a long way to justifying that £449 price. And don’t forget there’s a 4K Blu-ray drive as well – the PS4 Pro doesn’t have one of those. And for those without super-fast internet connections that support top-quality 4K streaming (which, let’s face it, is most people) this could actually be useful.
The relatively slim dimensions mean you should be able to pop the console in your TV bench without it being particularly noticeable. Plus, as you’re probably spotted, it’s black rather than the more conspicuous white finish of the Xbox One S.
There’s no change to the design of the controller, which too, is now black.
Unlike the PS4, the Xbox One X doesn’t appear to support VR. Microsoft hasn't mentioned anything VR-related at the moment, but it's the perfect console to provide high-end VR experiences. Could we see an Xbox VR headset, or support for existing VR headsets like the Oculus Rift in future? We can only hope.
We do know, though, that the One X will support AMD FreeSync 2, which could be appealing if you were planning to buy a new monitor and game on that rather than a big TV.
Xbox One X: Performance
But let's get down to the reason why the Xbox One X is so popular: the performance is phenomenal. We've used the 4K-enabled PS4 Pro since it was released at the back-end of 2016 and it simply cannot compare to what the Xbox One X offers.
We've played a handful of games on the Xbox One X, including the likes of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Forza Motorsport 7 and Middle-earth: Shadow of War, and we were hypnotised by the gorgeously detailed environments and smooth 4K@60fps playback. It's true 4K too, and doesn't rely on many of the tricks that Sony uses to provide 4K gaming on the PS4 Pro.
Whether it's exploring dusty ruins as Lara Croft or tearing up Brands Hatch in Forza 7, the difference between what's offered by the Xbox One X and existing consoles is night-and-day.
It really is an impressive feat when you consider the size (and price!) of the PC or laptop required to provide that kind of performance!
It really enhances the overall gaming experience, bringing it in line with what high-end PC gamers experience when playing the latest title. And much like your PC brethren, many Xbox One X-supported games will offer multiple graphical options to give you the experience you desire.
Some gamers prefer higher framerates while others can deal with 30fps but love detailed textures and environments. It's also good news for those that don't own a 4K TV, as the Xbox One X will offer other graphical enhancements.
Xbox One X: Launch titles
Forza Motorsport 7 is one of the 4K launch titles, and it does look fantastic running on the console. In fact, we mention the Xbox One X performance in our Forza 7 review.
Assassin’s Creed Origins and Middle-Earth: Shadow of War will also launch with the console and support 4K.
There will be free 4K updates for Halo Wars 2, Forza Horizon 3, Minecraft and Gears of War 4, with more than 130 games in total receiving the ‘Xbox One X Enhanced’ titles - you can see the full list on Microsoft's site.
Xbox One X: Should I buy one?
The answer depends on which console(s) you already own, and whether you already have a powerful gaming PC.
First, though, let’s talk TVs. If you don’t have a 4K TV, you won't get the full experience, although you will see graphical improvements. There are still a few benefits of using the One X on a 1080p TV, such as faster game loading times and HDR (if you own one of the few non-4K models that support it) and extra graphical fidelity thanks to things such as anisotropic filtering.
The One S has Dolby Atmos sound and a 4K Blu-ray drive, so they’re not new or unique to the One X.
But if you do have a 4K TV and you’re still on an Xbox 360 or Xbox One, the One X should be very tempting indeed – so long as you’re excited by the launch titles.
Microsoft has realised that gamers want backwards compatibility, and you’ll be able to play older titles on the One X (as you can on the One and One S). Indeed, for 360 games it’s as simple as inserting the disc.
But it’s the new games, and those existing titles getting the Enhanced treatment, which will be the real reason to splash out on the One X.
OUR VERDICT
The Xbox One X is massively powerful and comes at a steep price. But compared to the equivalent gaming PC, it’s exceptionally cheap. Right now, its appeal is slightly limited by the selection of launch titles, but if you’re a Forza, Assassin’s Creed or Gears of War fan, then there could be enough to tempt you. Ultimately, the One X isn’t for everyone, but if you have a 4K TV you’re in for a real treat.
We'll be sure to give a more thorough verdict once we publish our full review of the Xbox One X, so check back soon.
I got my email from Amazon that says it will arrive at my door on launch date.Finally some movement on Amazon a few hours ago.
Just updated the shipment date. I was getting nervous.
hmm my isn't saying thisFinally some movement on Amazon a few hours ago.
Just updated the shipment date. I was getting nervous.
I have not checked the status on the website. Mine was an emailed with the subject "order update". It says my order has been upgraded to "release date delivery at no additional charge".
Well this is weird. I have my email from August confirming my paid off Best Buy preorder. When logging into my account, it’s nowhere to be found. No status. No sign I paid for it. Anyone else purchase from Best Buy having the same issue?
