Next gen Xbox: Everything you need to know

Microsoft and MTV have joined forces to unveil the new Xbox console, presenting it via a television special hosted by Lord of the Rings star Elijah Wood. The half hour special, MTV Presents: The Next Generation Xbox Revealed, will be aired on MTV Australia at 7pm EST on May 13. MTV will be showing the special globally over a 24-hour period.

In a statement, Microsoft said the special will feature an exclusive look at the new Xbox (which at this stage has no official name), a sneak peek at some games, next gen Xbox Live details, celebrity interviews and insider footage on the making of the new console.

"The inside look at the next-generation Xbox will continue at MTV.com, where after the special, viewers will find extended event coverage including behind-the-scenes video, photos and other special extras. MTV.com will also provide ongoing in-depth coverage of the next-generation Xbox highlighting the latest news, product details and previews of hot next-generation games," the statement said.

MTV Australia will repeat the special on Saturday, May 14 at 6.00pm, Sunday, May 15 at 10.00am and Tuesday, May 17 at 8.00pm.

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