Every Xbox Console: A Full History of Release Dates

This article explores the history of Xbox consoles, from its 2001 debut to the current generation. It details each console's release, key features, and significance in the gaming landscape.

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The Xbox Family: A Comprehensive Overview

Microsoft has released a total of nine Xbox consoles across four generations. Each iteration has introduced advancements in hardware, controllers, and overall gaming experience. This count includes revised models with performance enhancements.

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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 impact of both Halo and the Xbox continues to resonate today.

Xbox 360 - November 22, 2005

The Xbox 360 solidified Xbox's position, emphasizing online multiplayer gaming. Microsoft introduced innovative accessories like Kinect. With over 84 million units sold, it remains the best-selling Xbox console.

Xbox 360 S - June 18, 2010

The slimmer Xbox 360 S addressed the overheating issues of its predecessor with a redesigned cooling system and offered increased hard drive capacity (up to 320GB).

Xbox 360 E - June 10, 2013

Released shortly before the Xbox One, the Xbox 360 E featured a design aligning with the upcoming generation, including an internal disc drive.

Xbox One - November 22, 2013

The Xbox One ushered in Microsoft's third generation, boasting increased power and expanded application capabilities. Kinect 2.0 and a redesigned controller were key additions.

Xbox One S - August 2, 2016

The Xbox One S supported 4K output and acted as a 4K Blu-ray player, enhancing its entertainment functionality. Its compact size was another notable improvement.

Xbox One X - November 7, 2017

The Xbox One X delivered true 4K gaming with a significantly enhanced GPU and improved cooling. It boosted performance across numerous Xbox One titles.

Xbox Series X - November 10, 2020

Revealed at The Game Awards 2019, the Xbox Series X supports 120fps, Dolby Vision, and features like Quick Resume. It remains Microsoft's flagship console.

Xbox Series S - November 10, 2020

The Xbox Series S provides a more affordable entry point to the current generation, offering digital-only gaming at a lower price point. A 1TB model was released in 2023.

The Future of Xbox

While specifics remain unannounced, Microsoft is developing at least two new consoles: a next-gen home console and a handheld device. Microsoft promises a "largest technical leap" for its next home console.