Microsoft has got big, big plans for this year’s gamescom. And you can understand why, what with the pressure mounting ahead of the Xbox One X launch. If gamers are to be persuaded into buying, a bunch of new games and hardware features will need to be shown off.

Of course, potential customers will also need to know how to actually order the new console. The launch date of November 7 is certain, but if you really want to get your hands on one at launch, you’ll likely have to pre-order.

Exactly how to pre-order an Xbox One X is going to be revealed during gamescom, as confirmed by this official @Xbox tweet:

#XboxOneX pre-order info is coming!
Tune in August 20 at 9 PM CEST / 12 PM PT for details from #gamescom: https://t.co/CUZLWHelEa pic.twitter.com/4uyVeql6nT

— Xbox (@Xbox) August 17, 2017

If you’ve got your heart set on a day one Xbox One X, ensure you’ve got your $499 ready, as pre-orders could well be opened up during the conference itself. Microsoft isn’t one to waste hype, and there’s sure to be a lot of excited fans attending and streaming the conference. 

Will you be tuning in on August 20 to learn more about the Xbox One X? Let us know!