This article explores the history of Xbox consoles, from its 2001 debut to the current generation. It details the evolution of the hardware, highlighting key features and improvements across nine distinct consoles.
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Microsoft has released a total of nine Xbox consoles across four generations. Each iteration brought advancements in hardware, controllers, and overall gaming experience. This count includes revised models with performance enhancements.
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The Complete Xbox Console Timeline
Xbox – November 15, 2001
Launched in November 2001, the original Xbox competed against the GameCube and PlayStation 2. Its success was largely driven by the launch title Halo: Combat Evolved. The console established the Xbox brand and laid the groundwork for its future success.
Xbox 360 – November 22, 2005
The Xbox 360 solidified Xbox's position in the market, known for its focus on multiplayer gaming. Innovations included the Kinect motion sensor. With over 84 million units sold, it remains the best-selling Xbox console.
Xbox 360 S – June 18, 2010
The Xbox 360 S featured a slimmer design and improved cooling to address the infamous "Red Ring of Death" issue. It also offered increased hard drive storage.
Xbox 360 E – June 10, 2013
Released shortly before the Xbox One, the Xbox 360 E boasted a design aligning with the upcoming generation, featuring a slimmer profile and an internal disc drive.
Xbox One – November 22, 2013
The Xbox One ushered in Microsoft's third console generation, offering increased power and expanded application capabilities. It launched with Kinect 2.0 and a redesigned controller.
Xbox One S – August 2, 2016
The Xbox One S supported 4K output and acted as a 4K Blu-ray player. It also featured a 40% smaller form factor.
Xbox One X – November 7, 2017
The Xbox One X delivered true 4K gaming with a significantly improved GPU and enhanced cooling. It boosted performance across numerous Xbox One titles.
Xbox Series X – November 10, 2020
The Xbox Series X, revealed at The Game Awards 2019, supports 120fps, Dolby Vision, and features Quick Resume technology. It remains Microsoft's flagship console.
Xbox Series S – November 10, 2020
The Xbox Series S, launched alongside the Series X, offered a more affordable entry point to the Xbox ecosystem as a digital-only console. A 1TB model was later released.
The Future of Xbox
While specifics remain unannounced, Microsoft has confirmed development on at least two new consoles: a next-gen Xbox and a handheld Xbox. Microsoft aims for a "largest technical leap" with its next home console.
