Microsoft names its new games console Xbox Series X

The machine previously known as Project Scarlett will be four times as powerful as Xbox One X with a range of next-gen features

Microsoft has revealed the name for its new games console - Xbox Series X. The machine, previously known by the codename Project Scarlett will launch in "Holiday 2020", and will ship with a redesigned version of the Xbox wireless controller.

The new name was announced during the annual Game awards in Los Angeles. At the event, a promotional trailer was shown for Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, a sequel to the critically acclaimed adventure title from UK developer Ninja Theory, which is being designed to leverage the capabilities of the new technology.