Gamers will use Skype to ask others for help with difficult levels

May 24, 2013 22:08 GMT  ·  By

Xbox One will use the new Kinect sensor to identify all persons who enter a room while the new console is running and will store their characteristics so that it can properly welcome them the next time they make an appearance.

A source tells Polygon that the new device will actually be able to talk directly to all its users and will be able to offer answers to some questions formulated via voice commands.

The Xbox One will also introduce a new type of remote play, with gamers able to ask their friends to take over a particularly tough level and play it to completion.

A source says that Skype is used to connect two gamers and a prompt will be used to allow a newcomer to take over.

Microsoft has not commented on the rumored features.

Xbox One will launch before the end of 2013.