XBOX 360
Microsoft Xbox 360
Microsoft is the baby to the video game console wars. It being only the second console in Microsoft’s debut into the gaming industry. The rapid success is largely due to its online community and user friendly interface. It is the ideal console for the gamers who want a competitive challenge. The debut of the Kinect motion sensor also allows players to interact with the interface, play games, and chat without the use of a hand held controller. The Xbox 360 being the first manufacturer to provide this feature.
The online community and Voice chat features of the Xbox 360 are widely praised. There is a party chat feature that allows any two players to chat with each other, even if they are not playing the same game. This is also implemented in other features of the console, such as video players like Netflix and Zune. You and a select group of friends can watch a movie and speak to each other while viewing.
Despite all these positive features, the Xbox 360 has the highest failure rate among the three consoles. This occurs when the system overheats and produces what most gamers refer to as the “Red ring of Death”, named after the fact that the normally green lights on the system glow red after the failure. Microsoft has since resolved this issue by updating the hardware of all newer Xbox 360 models. If you are a highly gamer seeking a competitive social gaming experience, the Xbox 360 is probably the system for you. The Xbox 360’s retail price is $200 with hard drive.