Xbox One Launch Delayed in China

Microsoft needs "a bit more time."

Xbox One was scheduled to launch in China next week, September 23, but Microsoft has announced that the launch has been delayed to an unspecified date later this year.

"Despite strong and steady progress, we are going to need a bit more time to deliver the best experiences possible for our fans in China," a Microsoft Spokesperson said in a statement. "At Xbox, we pride ourselves on delivering first-rate gaming and entertainment experiences, and to allow us to deliver on that promise, we need to reschedule the launch of Xbox One."

Microsoft did not reveal the exact date, but said it is looking to launch the Xbox One in China by the end of the year. The launch event planned for September 22 in Shanghai is still going to be held, also customers who preordered the console will still be the first ones to get them, as well as an unspecified added bonus.

As Microsoft previously announced, there will be a "rich lineup" of Xbox One games for sale in China, ranging from free-to-play offerings to blockbuster titles. Games will range in price from 99 RMB ($16) to 249 RMB ($40).