naiwa 2026-04-12

The presentation is expected to be a "response" to Sony's State of Play.




While the gaming industry's attention is focused on the upcoming State of Play from Sony, Microsoft, according to insiders, is preparing its own event for the Xbox audience. It is reported that the company does not intend to give the news agenda to competitors and plans to hold a small showcase in mid-April.Insider Jez Corden hinted that fans can expect a "small" event dedicated to the "green" ecosystem in the coming days. According to him, it should not be expected to be a show on the scale of the summer Xbox Games Showcase — it is more likely a brief update on current games or a focused showcase of several projects. Amid rumors about the Project Helix console and possible changes in Game Pass, it is important for Microsoft to outline plans for the end of 2026, so even a compact presentation will allow the company to capture some attention during the week many have already marked for Sony. If the rumors are confirmed, mid-April could turn into a kind of "duel" between the two gaming giants.