The Xbox One Making a Comeback?

At the present time, the Xbox One actually kind of looks like the PS4 in its appearance. Bearing in mind how well the PS4 is doing in stores and other outlets, this should not really be considered bad. However it still contains television navigation and HDMI-in as distinctive points but those efforts have not proven to be the game changers Microsoft thought they would be. As the business has been emphasizing in its various news releases, exclusives have once again turned out to be the main differences between each console, and it is unknown how this will turn out in the long run.

[mrpsychoticstalker]

It's only a matter of time for the Xbox to surpass the PS4 at least I'm America.

[GeofferyPeterson]

http://sd.keepcalm-o-matic....

[AngelicIceDiamond]

Well the Arthur is stating an opinion. Just like that one article "5 Why You Should sell You X1" is an opinion.

But Look since we are engaged in a "War" between the consoles what would the overall outcome be if one console out does the other one?

What Goal would be reached?

What general idea would finally be realized?

What would the benefits be?

[ABizzel1]

No, not yet at least.

For the month of June they not only loss to the PS4, but also the Wii U worldwide, so you can't make a "comeback" if you're still in 3rd place.

The good news for them is that things are finally starting to look up somewhat, whereas before launch there was little to no light at the end of the tunnel, and seeing their sales drop off quickly after launch while the PS4 was still roaring on that light dimmed once again.

However, the $399 SKU will help them price wise, but IMO they need to drop down to $349 as soon as it's not costing them, even if it's just a holiday discount. Another thing on their side is that they still haven't had their worldwide launch, which will give them a solid Day 1 boost, but more importantly it'll give their weekly worldwide number a 10% - 20@ boost consistently.

I don't think they'll have a chance at a comeback until people start looking for a second or third console (aka 1 - 2 years from now), but I think by the end of the year they'll be in a much better position and 2015 should be a great year for them.

[Lightning Mr Bubbles]

I think the price cut will help and when they get some killer apps like Halo 5 or Gears of War, it will stay competitive.

I'm a PS4 fan but I certainly don't take the XBOX One for granted, I know the console war is far from over, the XBOX brand is very strong in the USA, just look at the XBOX 360 fanbase.

[xHeavYx]

Matter of time? I heard that when Titanfall released, when there was a price drop,I heard it's supposed to happen once the One releases in more countries, after Halo, but the PS4 keeps outselling the One, the gap keeps getting bigger and bigger and that won't change

[mcstorm]

I think mrpsychoticstalker is right about the Xbox in the us. I think the Xbox one will finish with more sales in the us and uk by the end of this gen but the ps4 will sell more world wide and also be closer in sales in the uk and us to the Xbox one than the ps3 was to the 360.

[morganfell]

If it is someone forgot to tell Best Buy, Amazon, and Gamestop. It is doing worse at those locations than at any point since launch.

[choujij]

In order for it to start making a comeback, it would need to pass the Wii-U install base. Until (or if) that ever happens, last place it is.

[BG11579]

Some people are agreeing that the xbone is doing a comeback. But to acknowledge this comeback, mustn't they acknowledge that the xbone's aren't good.
So until now, is the xbone failing or not commercially when compared with the other consoles?

[lifeisgamesok]

The only game I'd want a PS4 for is Uncharted 4

I have a Xbox One for 16 games counting released games and future confirmed titles

A comeback will definitely happen sooner than later

[Metallox]

Your tastes will never be a reason to suggest that Xbox One is making a comeback.

[colonel179]

I only wanted Mass Effect 2 for Xbox 360, and I had more than 70 games for PS3. That didn't mean the PS3 beat the 360 in America right?? Because that's what you're saying.

The Xbox One will definitely sell better, but it will be very complicated for it to reach the PS4.

[nix]

the only series i wanted on 360 was Gears of Wars.. but i got 40+ games on PS3. that didn't make PS3 beat 360 last gen... oh wait.

you'll need 25 million + people like you to make it happen.

[skoorydook]

What's it like to live in a narrow minded shallow little world like that ?

You do realise the only person that is missing out is you, you will miss out on some of the best games this gen if you choose to hamstring your self over brand loyalty.

[Eonjay]

https://p.gr-assets.com/540...

[poor_cus_of_games]

No it's not.

[sic_chops]

@pshyco and that's the highlight of your life...bragging on n4g about something that will never happen. So sad, so sad. Kinda funny though. What a waste of good oxygen.

[ThePope]

Typing requires no additional oxygen.

[LogicStomper]

You'll be breathing oxygen whether or not you go on N4G...

[GeofferyPeterson]

He'll be breathing the same amount of oxygen wether he's bragging on N4G or not, so your comment is invaild.

[MysticStrummer]

It's also a matter of math.

In my opinion what we'll see is pretty much what we've been seeing since the beginning of 2014. Sometimes XB1 will get a week or month here and there, but PS4 will continue to widen that sales gap overall.

Worldwide, PS4 will dominate. No question.

[combatcash]

I don't think the xbox one will ever catch up to the ps4 in america or any other country. Playstation is a very strong brand they hit the sweet spot with the price and at this point the casual crowd that had jumped ship is coming back. In my case i purchased the ps4 over the xbox one mainly over price and the free apps I.E netflix. Honestly if sony hadn't been so arrogant last gen they would have dominated then as well.

[LonDonE]

@mrpsychoticstalker
Dude you are delusional!!!
A comeback doesn't necessarily mean the X1 taking over the PS4 as lead console.
For me it is more the fact that at the moment the X1 versions of games are so subpar compared to PS4 versions! the near constant screen tearing, lower average resolution, and frame rate drops is making X1 look bad.

If Microsoft and the developers at the very least sort out whatever problem is causing the screen tearing which ruins the image quality and breaks immersion and get the games to hold a near steady frame rate i would be a happy bunny! the resolution being on par with PS4 would be a bonus but i just dont see it happening! the X1 is weaker then PS4 in several areas THIS IS FACT! but as long as i play some great true exclusives on the system i dont care!

Power is not everything! i played some right gems on my wii last gen. But even the wii and wii u have a constant frame rate in most games and has no screen tearing.
MS seriously needs to sort out whatever is happening because on paper i see no reason why the power which the X1 has shouldn't be able to pump out decent looking games with decent frame rates with full vsync and at nice resolutions!

[ThePope]

So you own an X1? I ask because I do, and all this screen tearing, and lower res that you talk about I don't see. So please enlighten all of us Xbox owners that are quite happy with the beautiful games, and experiences the X1 provides, where all these issues? I mean I play on the highest rated 60" TVs for picture quality and I love it.

Oh did I also mention I own a PS4 and have not been sold on all the power you speak of.

[LogicStomper]

Do the small differences in graphics between PS4 and XB1 really make you unable to enjoy the game?

[LonDonE]

@YES look at my avatar pic thats my set up!!! i own all 3 next gen consoles!! unlike allot of bullshitters on N4G!

And you dont see it but that dont mean its not there, go to any digital foundry article of most third party games they have videos etc as proof!!
you dont see it because you are use to it, most 360 games had allot of screen tearing too! but once you know what to look for i promise you wont be able not to see it! ignorance is bliss i suppose for some? LOL

@LogicStomper
And yes if you like me have every platform including a pc then yes a more inferior version of said game will be unplayable for me knowing i could have a much better experience on another platform for same price!! this is not one or two pixels like with most x360 vs PS3 games these are massive differences!

if you are fine with them power to u! i on the other hand am not! go look in the xbox forums for lots of players like me who are pissed off about the tearing in near enough most x1 games!
AND NO ITS NOT MY TV

[TheSaint]

At this stage that's unlikely. Not impossible though.

[TheSaint]

Apparently the disagrees think it is impossible, damn.

[Rimeskeem]

Yes because getting outsold by the ps4 in America 6 months straight surely means it is going to soon surpass the ps4

[joab777]

I wont disagree as many ppl want to love the xbox. Also, at the current price many will ultimately own both.

That being said, MS broke my heart with their direction. Actually PS4 is so successful b/c they chose to do what I though MS should have done.

But I do understand. MS makes Windows. With the mog towards mobile and the TV, and apple and google failing to do well in the living room MS though that they could take advantage of Xboxes popularity and kill two birds with one stone, sell it to gamers and those who want a living room OS.

The problem occured when they alienated those that made the xbox what it is. Now, had they made a system as good or better than the PS4 and had the Kinect etc., it may have worked. Or simply highlighted all the great features as is from the kinect and match Sony, they may have still pulled ahead. But to try and convince gamers it is worth it to play on an inferior machine so u can wave ur hands and watch TV...nope! No one cares enough. Ppl watch recorded shows now or on their tablets. Theres a reason apple and Google have failed.

Do what u do best MS. I just fear that it will be the catching up gen for xbone.

[Retroman]

you should been asking "why all these false come back" article poping up.

and why editors trying to keep gamers confused with daily contradiction article is beyond me.

if MS far behind Sony say so according to NPD sales record. don't create article next day contradict whats been said today . if MS can't catch ps4 just say so call it a day move on . no need for daily BS

[Goku781]

How does it pass something like the PS4 when you have Xbox Ones sitting in those old dead system shops right next to the Dreamcast like I saw yesterday in the mall in Austin Tx?

[Hanuman]

Xbox deserves to get a fair marketshare, but MS will have to work hard to get it.

Your comment history gave you away, btw. You're trolling this site. I'm bubbing you down and blocking your comments. @MrPsychoticstalker

[aceitman]

in a dry month and with the new lower price x1, the ps4 outsold the x1 by 70,000. what will it do when the month is loaded with games , july and august will sell less x1 and with plants vs zombies gw, madden the last of us abes new n tasty . more ps4s will sell. at double of x1 , im calling it now. and 4 x world wide.

[AnteCash]

Yep any day now....
http://www.ampodcastnetwork...

[Aldous_Snow]

With Paul Rudds older ugly brother in charge, they're in a better place than 12 months ago that's for sure.

Like it or not, the gap in the US is extremely tiny compared to X360 & PS3 in the US. Its a close call who will "win" but it come down to the games.. At least the games with guns (this is the US after all)

As for rest of the world... PS4 leaves XO for dust

Thank you & goodnight - Buck 3:16

[DanielGearSolid]

The way ps3 got spanked in the US, I bet Sony wouldve been happy losing by 1mil in the US. Being in the lead is just icing on the cake

[AngelicIceDiamond]

"The way ps3 got spanked in the US,"

Interesting your willing to say "PS3 got spanked" in north america. Considering no PS fan would NEVER use such an adjective such as "spanked" to describe 360 outselling the PS3.

But its ok because the PS4 is a redemption song Now that its selling more than X1. Therefor its ok to admit the PS3 got "Spanked" because the PS4 is selling so well.

I see what you did.

[XiSasukeUchiha]

Yep in America for sure:)

[Afterlife]

It won't, the damage is done. Their PR disaster ruined their brand. They backtracked on everything to match(copy) Sonys.

No matter what they do, Xbox One will always be weaker than the PS4. Who wants a weaker console? this isn't the same small gap as PS3 and 360. It's much bigger.

[Buzz7S]

Over 95 million "weaker" Wii console sales says hi.

http://www.nintendo.co.jp/i...

:)

Gamers play games, they don't turn to a brick wall and look at the textures.

[Godmars290]

Gamers didn't buy the majority of Wiis. Soccer moms did. They then failed to buy games, and the console, despite it sales, became largely ignored even by Nintendo. Who moved to the WiiU thinking that calling it the WiiU would be a selling point.

It wasn't.

[Eonjay]

Please don't bring the mass market into a conversation about selecting consoles.

[MysticStrummer]

The Wii was a totally different animal, a fad that clearly fizzled out. It was such a hit because of casuals that briefly got the gaming bug. Those people are playing on their phones and tablets now.

[ramiuk1]

actually the WII fad was a load of fat people with the promise of being able to game and lose weight.

[Rimeskeem]

The wii was innovative and people wanted that

[Imalwaysright]

Why stop at the Wii? Why not the PS2 or maybe the PS1? The Snes was also weaker than the Neo Geo... Console gamers never cared about graphics as much as the N4g majority thinks.

Also the Wii a fad? The second best selling console of all time was a fad? Is that supposed to be joke? Sales don't lie.

"Please don't bring the mass market into a conversation about selecting consoles." this is a conversation about sales and guess where most of the sales come from.

[SpinalRemains138]

Gamers?

You do realize that 90% of Wii buyers were parents and 90% of the users are children, right?

Face it, Nintendo targets a slightly different demographic. The 13 and under users exclusively.

Xbox and PS have a more balanced approach with many games for adults.

Most adults have been done with Mario for over 20 years.

Speaking about the Wii in comparison to Xbox or PS is almost apples and oranges.

[AngelicIceDiamond]

"They backtracked on everything to match(copy) Sonys."

That's interesting maybe because what Sony had the right plan all along.

With that logic you could say Sony "copied" MS last gen with the right price and PR.

Now you could say MS copied Sony GWG, that's a fact.

[KwietStorm_BLM]

Please stop.

[nix]

this gen MS copied Sony from last gen. PS3 was always marketed as "IT DOES EVERYTHING". remember those adverts? it was brought in as the living room multimedia system. you could play blu-ray movies for christ sake and that's how it beat HD-DVD.

MS saw that and wanted to occupy the living room. sony reversed it's strategy from last gen and talked less about multimedia. they must have learned something from last gen that core gamers wants games only.. not 8 thousand other features (which is nice). sony this time made sure PS4 is for the gamers.

MS on the other hand wanted to tighten everything. no sharing. DRMs. TV. TV. TV.

[tgunzz]

@ nix, then that means that sony compied ms from last gen right, going off your formula???

[nix]

No. i'm just saying Sony went back to basics. That's PS2 days basics. all those who developed PS4 are from PS1 days. they all got back together and said "let's get back to what we are good at" and that's what they did.

[typittt69]

Who wants a weaker console? Anyone who wants more games.

[mmc-007]

everyone knows that the playstation brand will have more games that the xbox brand it has been this way before you were even born lol.

[typittt69]

@mmc-007 so in your version of the universe playstation was around in 1978

[tgunzz]

@ afterlife, With that mindset why would you even own a console??? They didn't copy sony, they adjusted to the gamers demand. Owning both consoles, the only big gap I see is the space between the two (they need breathing room). With the initial launch of the ps3 (you know) that price point in conjunction to the ps3 is not just a gaming machine anymore (mission statement) that I am sure offended the core gamers as much as xb1's (mission statement), Gamers stuck by them (so did I), and gamers should stick by xb1 (yes I do). There is no reason for me to crucify xb when I didn't do it to ps. Now for the fanboys I get it, you tease me, now I tease you (sounds stupid but ok). I see a lot of statements about the choice over one based on the specs, going off many, and your call outs on this site, are we sayin that had xb1 been the more powerful console that you as well as many on here would have chosen it over the ps4 (or would it be about exclusives/content)?? All in all, I hope the momentum continues to build for xb1. It's a great system, with great features, and killer exclusive games...

[LogicStomper]

"Who wants a weaker console?"

PC would like a word with you.

[RichardDawkins]

Nope.

https://www.youtube.com/wat...

[MooseWI]

I just bought one today to go along side my PS4, best of all games.

[JBSleek]

A comeback from what exactly? It's my main console for gaming. I choose multiplatform games on Xbox One or PC and PS4 and Wii U for exclusives only.

[poor_cus_of_games]

Why? The ps4 runs multiplats better.

[AngelicIceDiamond]

Maybe because that's what he prefers.

Maybe he has more friends on X1 or PC who knows.

It may not make sense to you or many others here but it makes sense to him and that's all that matters.

[poor_cus_of_games]

I guess some people prefer second best.

[JBSleek]

Well my PC runs multiplatform the best which is where most go. I play multiplatform games on the One because that's where my friends play.

[MysticStrummer]

"A comeback from what exactly?"

You know, and you also know it has nothing to do with your personal preferences.

[MasterCornholio]

I agree with you. I dont like it when people like JBSleek state that everyone has the same preference as him. Its like he's telling me that i dont have the right to have my own taste in gaming and that I have to like everything that he likes. These type of people irritate me.

I'm a pretty rational person. I know that everyone has their own hobby's and tastes in them. Even though I might not agree with them I still respect their preferences. I dont try to force people to change or anything because if I do that person would lose their status as an individual.

Hopefully JBSleek learns this and starts to respect others even though they might not like the same thing that he does. Just because your a fan of Xbox doesn't mean you can force people to be Xbox fans as well. The best thing to do is respect their preferences and enjoy yours.

[LightDiego]

And do you think someone will believe that you have all consoles? You are just a stealth troll PC fanboy.

[Lord Anubis]

I don't get it
on may they sold half less than april
but
on June they sold half more

if anything they are back where they were.

[DjKiba]

Are ppl still fighting over this... Just game on the Console you want. I got the PS4 now and I built a gaming pc. I own the Wii U. Waiting on gears for Xbox one. I'm sure everyone is gonna get everything sooner or later. Just enjoy the games.

[DeadlyOreo]

I'm not. PS4 is all I need this gen.

[Yetter]

"Don't call it a comeback, I've been here for years"

[Master-H]

We're talking about the bone not LL Cool J here..it hasn't been a year yet.

[Mikey94]

Both consoles are doing fine. Now everyone just shut up already.

[Gears_President]

Well its getting better. Let its core games for its core audience come out and then lets see what it does.

[SolidDuck]

Honestly who cares. Buy what whatever system appeals to u. For me it's ps4 cause I like there exclusives better. I cannot imagine not playing bloodborne, uncharted 4, the order, and for me H-hour. Yes H-hour it's a big deal to me. And multiplatforms will run at least as good on ps4 if not better in most cases. But if xbox exclusives like halo, gears, and forza is what u enjoy so be it. Everyone needs to STFU, the console war is beyond annoying.

[Artista]

A comeback from what? The imaginary doom and gloom..

As with almost any console out there, the ONE is bound to get better with time. .

[king_ps4]

The Xbox one is done. The console is garbage.

[Artemidorus]

If Xbox is garbage then PS4 must be the bottom of the pile trash. True story.

[king_ps4]

What? The xbox one is 4.5 million behind in sales. You just gotta accept the fact that the xbox one is done. Consoles garbage

[SpinalRemains138]

Garbage? Come on, man.

Its not garbage. Its just that you don't like it.

Now I will say their original vision with DRM was garbage, but the machine itself isn't garbage by any means. Its just slightly less powerful than PS4 with different games. How is that garbage?

[Artemidorus]

Xbox will continue to beat Playstation in the software and online departments like always but the drones who refuse to listen or learn will tell you Sony is the best and nothing else matters.

No comeback for Xbox due to the ill educated.

[manchesterman22]

didnt we have this same news 2 days ago, its getting boring. I dont care which machine is more powerful which has more p's or which sells better, i base it on games, so where my game news??

[user7402931]

If it wants it's comeback it should wipe it's face

[SilentNegotiator]

http://cdn3.whatculture.com...

[The_devils_chum]

This article is total propaganda, ps4 tops the june NPD. You cannot sell a weaker console for the same price as a more powerful console. Yeah your sales double and you still get out sold by ps4 and the freaking wii u, and the wii u has no games. The author is desperately trying to hide the fact that the xb1 has been rendered irrelevant and everyone knows its true so if your a xb1 cheerleader go crawl in a hole know your place already. So wake up folks you know your consoles irrelevant when your consoles sales double and yet you still get out sold lmao all day long.

[FITgamer]

Selling less, but making a comeback. /s

[patrik23]

"The Xbox One Making a Comeback?"

june NPD

PS4 269k
xbox one 197k

[SpinalRemains138]

I'm with everyone else here obviously.

Wouldn't the XOne have to outsell the PS4 in a single region at least 1 time prior to making a "comeback"? How can it make a comeback when it consistently loses with no end in sight?

A first time victory is sort of a prerequisite for a comeback.

Its not going to happen. The XOne is a real decent console, but the PS4 is a great console. There is a difference, and albeit a small technical difference, the PS4 is in fact more powerful and the multiplats will all look and run better on PS4, resulting in the XOne never gaining enough momentum to beat PS's sales anywhere.

We all must remember too. Once SONY got in the game with PS1, it has done so very well everywhere. Its got a name all over. Its brand is rock solid, while Xbox is tarred and feathered for anti consumer stuff.

Xbox needs a new Halo type in terms of popularity and then maybe it will gain traction in the US, but it will never dominate anywhere.

[SilentGuard]

An Xbone hardware redesign is all thats needed now to finish reinventing it and allow for a full comeback. Smaller dimensons, built in power supply, bigger hdd, and easier to access usb ports on the front of the console. While at it lower the price another $50 to compensate for the cheaper and less powerful gpu and RAM relative to the PS4.

[spoonard]

Comeback is probably the wrong word since the Xbox One was never really "there".

[ScorpiusX]

Don't call it a comeback , it's a resurrection , a rebirth of sorts, a Lamb that wondered off the beaten path.

[SilentNegotiator]

They sabotage their own sales in May by announcing the Kinectless SKU a month ahead of time and then their June figures go back to where they were...and that's a "comeback"?

So if I shoot myself in the foot and the foot heals in a month, would that be a "comeback"?

[stevendiaz741]

xbox has a better sharp design and better graphics cards then ps