Former Xbox exec doubts $1,200–1,800 price for Project Helix

Former Xbox executive Mike Ybarra said the reported $1,200–1,800 price for Project Helix is hard to believe, arguing a console needs a $399–499 entry price and strong games. At that price, he said, the device would have zero value versus PS5 Pro and Series X.

• Ybarra sees $399–499 as a realistic console price
• Project Helix is reportedly projected at $1,200–1,800
• Project Helix is expected around Holiday 2028
• He advises sticking with PS5 Pro and Series X until prices normalize