When Will The New XBox and Playstation Come Out?

There are few things in the video gamer and geek worlds than the rumors surrounding the release dates of the new XBox and Playstation platforms. It was not that long ago when the Box 360 and Playstation 3 were brand-new and blowing the minds of everyone that had the pleasure to own or play one. In fact, both companies have said that video games have not yet been able to completely master and use the consoles to their largest capabilities yet. So, although the future of the XBox 360 and Playstation 3 seem to still have their best and greatest days ahead of them, there is still constant buzz surrounding the new consoles- which are expected to be released in the near-future- although neither Microsoft (which manufactures the XBox 360) or Sony (which manufactures the Playstation 3) have confirmed concrete deadlines for the release of the next generation of video game consoles. The internet is aflutter with news and updates regarding the timelines for both consoles, and i is making geeks chmp at the bit for the latest news they can use. All we know, is that as everyday passes, the day is coming nearer. Here are some of the rumors that have been floating around in regards to both of the consoles:

XBox 720 (Or, It May Have A Different Name By The Time It Is Released

Expected release date: Late-2013/ Early-2014

The general consensus is that the new XBox console will be released just in time for Christmas of 2013, although unseen delays could occur that would push the timeline back. There is a ton of mystery surrounding the development of the new XBox consult, which even keeps the name only in speculation mode. It is generally believed that it will be called the XBox 720, with the XBox Infinity in a close second. The rumors started because news leaked that Microsoft was looking into buying a domain for a new website with those names.

Playstation 4

Expected release date: Late-2013/ Early-2014

Of course, both consoles are going to be released right at the same time! It would not make sense any other way. The new generation of the Playstation console seems very intriguing because the Playstation 3 has still not reached its peak. It seems everyday somebody is learning something new about the capabilities of the PS3 console. Who knows what the future just might hold for the PS4. Only time will tell, in the end.

Benjamin K. is a freelance writer for a wide variety of websites, blogs, e-zines, magazines and newspapers. His writing on the latest in video game news can be read throughout the internet and social media worlds. When he is not writing, he is playing video games and usually not sleeping or eating the whole time.