Every Xbox Console: A Full History of Release Dates

The Xbox: A Retrospective Look at Nine Generations of Consoles

Xbox, one of the three major console brands, has come a long way since its 2001 debut. Initially an underdog, it's now a household name, expanding into TV, multimedia, and the popular Xbox Game Pass subscription service. As we reach the midpoint of the current generation, let's explore the history of Xbox consoles.

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A Look at the Xbox Family: Nine Consoles Across Four Generations

Microsoft has released a total of nine Xbox consoles across four generations. Starting with the original in 2001, each iteration has brought advancements in hardware, controllers, and features. This count includes revisions with improved cooling, speed, and other enhancements.

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Chronological Overview of Every Xbox Console

Xbox – November 15, 2001

Launched in November 2001, the original Xbox competed against the GameCube and PlayStation 2. Halo: Combat Evolved was its flagship title, establishing a legacy that continues today. Many classic original Xbox games remain fondly remembered.

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 most successful Xbox console, and its game library is still highly regarded.

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, with a sleeker profile and 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 features.

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 was another notable improvement.

Xbox One X – November 7, 2017

The Xbox One X delivered true 4K gaming, boasting a significantly more powerful GPU and improved cooling. It enhanced performance 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 offered a more affordable entry point to the Xbox ecosystem, as a digital-only console with 512GB of storage and 1440p capabilities. A 1TB model was later released.

The Future of Xbox

While specifics remain unannounced, Microsoft has confirmed work on at least two new consoles: a next-gen home console and a handheld device. Microsoft aims for a "largest technical leap" with its next home console.