Every Xbox Console: A Full History of Release Dates

This article explores the history of Xbox consoles, from its debut in 2001 to the current generation. It details the evolution of the hardware, highlighting key features and improvements across each model.

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A Comprehensive Look at Xbox Console Generations

Nine distinct Xbox consoles have been released across four generations. Since the original 2001 launch, Microsoft has consistently refined its 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, largely driven by Halo: Combat Evolved, established Microsoft as a major player in the console market. The impact of both Halo and the Xbox continues to resonate today.

Xbox 360 - November 22, 2005

The Xbox 360 solidified Xbox's position, known for its focus on multiplayer gaming. Innovations included the Kinect motion-sensing technology. 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 storage (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's aesthetic and a redesigned internal disc drive.

Xbox One - November 22, 2013

The Xbox One ushered in Microsoft's third generation, boasting increased power and expanded application capabilities. It launched with Kinect 2.0 and a redesigned controller, a design that continues to influence current controllers.

Xbox One S - August 2, 2016

The Xbox One S supported 4K output and acted as a 4K Blu-ray player, enhancing its entertainment capabilities. Its compact size (40% smaller than the original Xbox One) was another key feature.

Xbox One X - November 7, 2017

The Xbox One X delivered true 4K gaming, boasting a significantly improved GPU and enhanced cooling. It provided noticeable performance boosts for many existing 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, launched alongside the Series X, offers 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 of at least two new consoles: a next-gen home console and a handheld device, both expected years from release. Microsoft aims for a substantial technological leap with its next home console.