As you already know, Arctic Sunburn features many articles about movies and video games. I've made mention of a number of gaming consoles on the site, but I wanted to take some time to take a closer look at the Xbox 360. Its predecessor, the Xbox, and the 360 were both created by Microsoft. The 360 is part of a new generation of game consoles, including Sony's Playstation 3, and the Nintendo Wii.
While it certainly can be fun to go back and play some retro games (as I've been known to do), you need to have the latest in technology (like the 360) if you want to enjoy the latest developments in gaming. Not only that, but the Xbox is a great tool for watching movies, joining online communities, and playing online games like partypoker.
The Xbox 360 was released to the public in May of 2005. At its launch, there was a lot of excitement, with thousands of consumers trying to get their hands on one of the consoles. Not surprisingly, once it had been released, it completely sold out due to its wide appeal and innovative design. This ability to appeal to a wide range of gamers is perhaps due in part to the range of options available.
The Core, Premium, and Elite are those options. The Core is considered the basic option, while the Premium and Elite offer more features. In addition to everything that the Core has, the Premium also includes a 20GB hard disc in which movies, trailers, game demos and data can be stored. It also features a wireless controller and headset, allowing the user freedom from constraining wires. The Elite, unsurprisingly, comes at the highest price, but offers more bang for your buck. The Elite has a sleek matt black finish and a 120GB hard drive, so you can game in style!
The Xbox 360, while struggling in Japan, has enjoyed major success in Europe and the United States.
