What Are the Future Prospects for Xbox in the Metaverse?

The metaverse stopped being just a buzzword — it’s turning into reality (pun intended!). But what about Xbox? Are we going to enter virtual worlds on our Xbox Series X soon? Microsoft’s metaverse roadmap looks very different from Sony’s, as the company has spent the last few years focusing on services for Xbox, rather than creating a system to push VR via Xbox Series X. Get ready, for things just got interesting!

The Metaverse and Xbox: A Match Made in Gaming Heaven?

Let’s be real. The Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X on their own are already performance powerhouses. The consoles run games with elegance, deliver eye-popping graphics and offer the Xbox games we’d been wanting. But where does the Xbox Game Pass come into this virtual reality discussion?

Spoiler alert: Future updates are the name of the game. First there were the Xbox game announcements, then Xbox game updates, it was only a matter of time before Xbox waded into the metaverse. Imagine that when you play Xbox exclusive games, you enter a 3D virtual world—all your friends could virtually stop by and you could chat, work as a team, or just mess around. Sounds like a dream job, doesn’t it?

Is Xbox Ready for Virtual Reality?

Well, I want to start with what’s missing. For the time being, bias in Xbox Live news simply does not relate to VR. We’ve heard some Xbox Cloud Gaming news — about streaming — but what about the virtual reality headsets? The Xbox Series X might be VR ready, but Microsoft generally still has not gone all in when it comes to the VR gaming world. Maybe they are just waiting for the Xbox hardware news to make sense of the hype?

But in all fairness, give the idea some credit! Between Xbox game reviews and Xbox console updates going out all over, it wouldn’t be surprising if Microsoft had a VR sneak attack in the near future.

What Does the Metaverse Mean for Xbox Game Pass?

Xbox Game Pass is already quite the value, but now virtual reality titles could be added to the lineup. This could involve exclusive VR content in upcoming Xbox games, allowing players to venture into new worlds in ways they’d never dreamed of. In the future, you may find VR titles on the Xbox store that you can download directly to your console—no PC required.

And as Xbox Game Pass updates go, bringing virtual worlds into the equation would be a serious renaissance. Need to also upgrade the Xbox app for VR, so you can access all your favorite titles and more! Forget VR headset, Xbox Series X is a perfect console gaming experience.

VR on Xbox: The Future of Multiplayer Gaming?

One thing’s for certain: when VR hits Xbox in real life, multiplayer will never be the same. No longer will you sit on your couch, texting your friends to play a co-op game. You could literally chill in a virtual lobby, send virtual high-fives, and play Xbox Series X games together, feeling as though you were both in the same room.

And if you’ve ever wanted to hop in a giant Xbox exclusive and show a friend how it goes, VR will let you do that. Multiplayer virtual reality? Bring it on.

VR and Xbox Cloud Gaming: The Ultimate Combo?

You’re at the park, soaking up sun, and a notification pops up about the latest Xbox event news. You load up the Xbox app, spot a new Xbox game release you want to try, and — boom! You jump into the metaverse. With the Xbox Cloud Gaming news, it would be even easier to play anywhere, and VR could make that experience even better.

Your Xbox game updates may be delivered in real time, and you may never miss any Xbox game release. Your console, whether Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, could unlock everything from yesterday’s gaming experiences to the virtual worlds of tomorrow. Just take care not to knock over your coffee table as you get lost in your new metaverse journey.

Upcoming Xbox Games: Will They Be VR-Compatible?

So, what about the games? You may be wondering if we can expect Xbox game releases that’ll support VR. The short answer: Yes, probably. VR, though becoming more mainstream, still remained in gaming including Xbox game updates, showing Microsoft always strives to innovate.

We might soon be hearing about Xbox beta tests for VR releases of popular games, or even Xbox Cloud Gaming details about VR titles that work as intended on Xbox consoles. There’s no end to what this could lead to, and we’re here for it.

Will Xbox Jump into the VR Headset Game?

Now, on to the elephant in the room: the headset. PlayStation VR has a dedicated unit, of course, while Xbox has yet to announce a console of its own. But that doesn’t mean it won’t happen later. As the interest in the metaverse reaches new heights, who knows, maybe Microsoft will also shock us and announce some sort of information on new Xbox hardware that might actually be a VR headset. Who wouldn’t want that news for Xbox Series S, which is apparently in partnership with VR companies? Potentially the thing after the Xbox Series X immediately drops.

Is the Metaverse the Future of Xbox?

So in conclusion, we know that we’re all excited to see what will happen next for Xbox in the metaverse. There’s no doubt that virtual reality is on the horizon, but is Microsoft ready to take the plunge? If they do, we’ll be here prepared with updates about our Xbox game pass and Xbox exclusive games in hand, ready to dive into new worlds like never before.

So if it’s in the form of Xbox Cloud Gaming or some Xbox Series X update, the metaverse could become a big part of the Xbox experience.’ Watch for news related to the Xbox event, as this could nab us the future of gaming — and we’re all down for that!

P.S. When virtual reality has arrived, store your treats safely. So, just in case that after you’ve virtually high-fived your friends you’re too enthusiastic and bump into your towers.