Xbox Consoles Get 8-Year Support Guarantee from Microsoft

Microsoft has announced that it will support its Xbox Series X and Series S consoles until at least November 10, 2028. This means that the company will continue to release security updates for these devices during this period.

The news comes as a relief to gamers who have been worried about their consoles becoming outdated. Microsoft's commitment to supporting its latest consoles for eight years is significant, especially when compared to other gaming companies.

For example, the Xbox 360 was supported for nearly two decades, while Nintendo continues to update the original Switch console released in 2016. In contrast, Microsoft's competitors, such as Sony, have started removing functionality from their PlayStation 4 consoles in 2026.

The support period announced by Microsoft is a guarantee rather than a threat, and it includes patching security vulnerabilities and extending protection if necessary. The company will also continue to repair Series X and S consoles under warranty, ensuring that gamers can still play online games and use cloud saves.