I assumed the "surprises" comment from DF was about good news for the PS5, but I'm guessing it's about stuff like RDR2 loading 20+ seconds faster than the PS5. Amazing console you built there, MS. I gave my pre-order to a co-worker due to a lack of games at launch, but once they show up I'm definitely in. Impressive to say the least.
The surprise was about how good BC is on PS4.
Also the OP should be updated with impressions from other journos and sites that show closer times.