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The '''Xbox''' is a [[wikipedia:History of video games (Sixth generation era)|sixth generation era]] video game console first created by [[Microsoft]]. It was released on November 15, 2001 in North America, February 22, 2002 in Japan, and on March 14, 2002 in Europe. | The '''Xbox''' is a [[wikipedia:History of video games (Sixth generation era)|sixth generation era]] video game console first created by [[Microsoft]]. It was released on November 15, 2001 in North America, February 22, 2002 in Japan, and on March 14, 2002 in Europe. | ||
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The best-selling Xbox game of all time was [[Halo: Combat Evolved]], which sold 8 million copies, and in second Halo 2 which sold 5 million. The most highly rated Xbox game was Halo: Combat Evolved, with an average meta-score of 97 out of 100. Second was the GTA Triple Pack which achieved an average meta-score of 96 out of 100. Halo 2 pulled into third with 95 out of 100. | The best-selling Xbox game of all time was [[Halo: Combat Evolved]], which sold 8 million copies, and in second Halo 2 which sold 5 million. The most highly rated Xbox game was Halo: Combat Evolved, with an average meta-score of 97 out of 100. Second was the GTA Triple Pack which achieved an average meta-score of 96 out of 100. Halo 2 pulled into third with 95 out of 100. | ||
The [[Xbox LIVE]] gaming service allows for multiplayer online play, and is one of the Xbox's most acclaimed features. Another popular feature of the Xbox is the ability to create a [[ | The [[Xbox LIVE]] gaming service allows for multiplayer online play, and is one of the Xbox's most acclaimed features. Another popular feature of the Xbox is the ability to create a [[System link]] of multiple Xboxes wired together, allowing [[multiplayer]] games to take place with more than four players. As of April 15, 2010, Xbox LIVE is no longer supporting the original Xbox games and consoles. This also includes original Xbox games being played on the [[Xbox 360]]. | ||
Some of the most popular Xbox games, including ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' can be found from Xbox Live Marketplace, and they can be played on Xbox 360. These products are entitled "Xbox Originals". | Some of the most popular Xbox games, including ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' can be found from Xbox Live Marketplace, and they can be played on Xbox 360. These products are entitled "Xbox Originals". | ||
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==Marketing promotions== | ==Marketing promotions== | ||
===Halo: Combat Evolved=== | ===Halo: Combat Evolved=== | ||
On March 14, 2004, Microsoft released a special version of the Xbox in the United States, Australia and New Zealand.{{ | On March 14, 2004, Microsoft released a special version of the Xbox in the United States, Australia and New Zealand.{{fact}} Around 200,000 of these Xbox consoles were produced.{{fact}} The special version was translucent green and came with a copy of ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' and a matching translucent green Controller ''S''.{{fact}} The console case featured the ''Halo'' logo and the words "Special Edition"; the controller had a jewel that had the ''Halo ''logo in place of the normal Xbox logo. | ||
===Halo 2=== | ===Halo 2=== | ||
On March 18, 2005, an Ice Blue Halo 2 Limited Edition Xbox was released in Canada and Asia.{{ | On March 18, 2005, an Ice Blue Halo 2 Limited Edition Xbox was released in Canada and Asia.{{fact}} The console was translucent blue and retailed for approximately $249.{{fact}} Included with the Ice Blue console was a matching Controller ''S'', a special Halo green headset and a copy of ''Halo 2''.{{fact}} The difference between the Asian and Canadian versions can be seen in the Xbox's jewel; the Asian version has a black jewel while the Canadian version has a silver jewel.{{fact}} | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:Halo_Special_Edition_Green_Box.jpg|The Halo: Combat Evolved Special Edition Translucent Green Xbox console package. | File:Halo_Special_Edition_Green_Box.jpg|The Halo: Combat Evolved Special Edition Translucent Green Xbox console package. | ||
File:Halo_Special_Edition_Green_Xbox.jpg|The Halo Special Edition Xbox and Controller | File:Halo_Special_Edition_Green_Xbox.jpg|The Halo Special Edition Xbox and Controller | ||
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File:Xboxhalo2blue.jpeg|The Canadian Ice Blue Halo 2 Xbox console. | File:Xboxhalo2blue.jpeg|The Canadian Ice Blue Halo 2 Xbox console. | ||
File:Halo2xboxnickaura 2.jpeg|The Asian Ice Blue Halo 2 Xbox console. | File:Halo2xboxnickaura 2.jpeg|The Asian Ice Blue Halo 2 Xbox console. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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