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, features, and the impact of each console release.

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The Xbox Family: A Comprehensive Overview

Microsoft's Xbox family comprises nine distinct consoles across four generations. Since the original Xbox's launch in 2001, each iteration has showcased advancements in hardware, controllers, and overall gaming experience. This count includes revised models with performance enhancements.

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Xbox – November 15, 2001

The inaugural Xbox, released in November 2001, challenged the dominance of the Nintendo GameCube and Sony 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 two decades later.

Xbox 360 – November 22, 2005

The Xbox 360 solidified Xbox's position, known for its focus on multiplayer gaming. Microsoft introduced innovations like Kinect, a motion-sensing input device. With over 84 million units sold, it remains the best-selling Xbox console.

Xbox 360 S – June 18, 2010

The Xbox 360 S featured a slimmer profile and addressed the overheating issues of its predecessor with an improved cooling system. It also offered increased hard drive storage options.

Xbox 360 E – June 10, 2013

Released shortly before the Xbox One, the Xbox 360 E boasted a redesigned aesthetic, aligning with the upcoming generation's design language. It was the last Xbox model with a pop-out disc tray.

Xbox One – November 22, 2013

Initiating Microsoft's third console generation, the Xbox One offered enhanced power and application capabilities. Kinect 2.0 and a redesigned controller further enhanced the gaming experience.

Xbox One S – August 2, 2016

The Xbox One S supported 4K output and acted as a 4K Blu-ray player, expanding its entertainment functionality. It also featured a 40% smaller form factor.

Xbox One X – November 7, 2017

The Xbox One X delivered true 4K gaming, boasting a significantly more powerful GPU and advanced cooling. It provided performance boosts for numerous 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, provides a more affordable entry point to the Xbox ecosystem as a digital-only console. 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 Xbox and a handheld device. Microsoft promises a significant technological leap for its next home console.