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Xbox: Discover all generations of Microsoft’s console
March 30, 2025Hello everyone! Since the launch of the first Xbox, Microsoft has always brought innovation and passion to the gaming universe. Today, we want to invite you to take a trip back in time and explore all generations of Xbox. Get ready to remember memorable moments and discover how each console has evolved, bringing incredible experiences to fans of the green side of the force. Let’s go on this journey together!
Original Xbox (2001) : The Pioneer
Released: November 15, 2001 (USA) Technical highlights: The first console from an American company to compete on equal terms with giants like Sony and Nintendo. It was the first console to include a built-in hard drive, eliminating the need for memory cards to save games.
Innovative service: Xbox Live, launched in 2002, pioneered online multiplayer gaming on consoles, creating a robust infrastructure that has become an industry standard.
Main games:
- Halo: Combat Evolved : This game revolutionized FPS and became a cornerstone of the Xbox.
- Fable : An RPG that promised narrative freedom and marked a generation.
- Ninja Gaiden : A challenging and visually impressive action game for its time.
- Forza Motorsport : Microsoft’s answer to Gran Turismo, which started a legendary racing game series.
Xbox 360 (2005) : The New Age Giant
Release: November 22, 2005 Technical highlights: Support for HD graphics, introduction of an achievement system with Gamerscore, and a vast and varied game library. The refined design and ergonomic controls were also highlighted.
Multiplayer Advancement: Xbox Live has been expanded to allow not only online play, but also downloadable full games, DLC, and other content through the Xbox Live Marketplace.
Main games:
- Gears of War : A milestone in the third-person shooter genre, with exceptional graphics.
- Mass Effect : The acclaimed RPG series that began on the Xbox 360.
- The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim : A vast, generation-defining RPG.
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare : Took online multiplayer to a new level.
- Red Dead Redemption : An epic open world in the Wild West.
Xbox One (2013) : The Entertainment Console
Release: November 22, 2013 Technical highlights: Focus on integrating gaming with media streaming and TV. Despite a controversial launch due to an initial excessive focus on multimedia functions, the console found its place with improvements in performance and backward compatibility.
Digital evolution: Xbox Game Pass, launched in 2017, was revolutionary in offering a vast catalog of games via subscription.
Main games:
- Halo 5: Guardians : Another epic chapter in the Halo saga .
- Forza Horizon 4 : An open-world racing game with stunning graphics.
- Sea of Thieves : A unique multiplayer piracy experience.
- Rise of the Tomb Raider : Sequel to the reboot of the iconic Lara Croft series.
- Cuphead : An indie platform game with 1930s-style visuals that delighted players.
Xbox Series X|S (2020) : The Future of Consoles
Release: November 10, 2020 Tech Highlights: Consoles designed for 4K gaming and high frame rates. The Xbox Series X is the most powerful, while the Series S offers a more affordable alternative. Both versions focus on speed, thanks to the NVMe SSD, and backwards compatibility.
Innovations: Deep integration with Xbox Game Pass and support for Smart Delivery, allowing players to buy a game once and have access to the best version available for any console in the lineup.
Main games:
- Halo Infinite : A new era for Master Chief.
- Forza Horizon 5 : A visual spectacle set in Mexico.
- Psychonauts 2 : A platform game acclaimed for its creative storytelling.
- Microsoft Flight Simulator : A hyper-realistic recreation of the world through aviation.
- Starfield (2023): An intergalactic adventure that marks Microsoft’s new bet on RPGs.
Each generation of Xbox brought innovations that shaped the gaming landscape. From the pioneering work of the original Xbox to the raw power of the Series X|S consoles. Which generation left the biggest impression on you?
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