Every Xbox Console: A Full History of Release Dates

The Xbox: A Retrospective Look at Nine Generations of Consoles

Xbox, one of the leading console brands, has consistently delivered innovative gaming experiences since its debut in 2001. From its humble beginnings to its current status as a major player in gaming, entertainment, and subscription services (Xbox Game Pass), Xbox has evolved significantly. Let's explore the rich history of Xbox consoles, marking the halfway point of the current generation.

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The Xbox Family: A Comprehensive Overview

Nine distinct Xbox consoles have been released across four generations. Starting with the original Xbox in 2001, each iteration has introduced advancements in hardware, controllers, and overall functionality. This count includes revised models with improved features like enhanced cooling and processing speeds.

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A Chronological Journey Through Xbox History

Xbox – November 15, 2001

Microsoft's entry into the console market, competing against the Nintendo GameCube and Sony PlayStation 2. The launch title, Halo: Combat Evolved, proved pivotal to its success and established a legacy that continues to this day.

Xbox 360 – November 22, 2005

Building on its established brand, the Xbox 360 focused on multiplayer gaming and introduced innovations like the Kinect motion sensor. With over 84 million units sold, it remains the most successful Xbox console.

Xbox 360 S – June 18, 2010

A slimmer design addressed the infamous "Red Ring of Death" overheating issue of its predecessor, incorporating improved cooling and increased hard drive capacity (up to 320GB).

Xbox 360 E – June 10, 2013

Released shortly before the Xbox One, this model featured a design that foreshadowed the aesthetic of the next generation, with a slimmer profile and an internal disc drive.

Xbox One – November 22, 2013

Initiating Microsoft's third console generation, the Xbox One offered increased processing power, expanded application support, and a redesigned controller that remains influential today.

Xbox One S – August 2, 2016

The first Xbox to support 4K output and act as a 4K Blu-ray player, enhancing its entertainment capabilities. Its compact size was another key feature.

Xbox One X – November 7, 2017

The final iteration of the Xbox One line, delivering true 4K gaming through significant GPU performance improvements and advanced cooling technology.

Xbox Series X – November 10, 2020

Revealed at The Game Awards 2019, the Series X supports 120fps, Dolby Vision, and features like Quick Resume for seamless game switching. Currently Microsoft's flagship console.

Xbox Series S – November 10, 2020

A more affordable digital-only console launched alongside the Series X, offering a lower barrier to entry into the Xbox ecosystem. A 1TB model was released in 2023.

The Future of Xbox

While specifics remain undisclosed, Microsoft has confirmed development of at least two new consoles: a next-gen home console and a handheld device. Microsoft aims for a significant technological leap with its next home console.