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Testseek.com have collected 66 expert reviews of the Microsoft Xbox 360 and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Xbox 360.
Award: Editor’s Choice November 2008
November 2008
 
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The editors liked

  • Games look great
  • Curvaceous and customizable
  • Gorgeous graphics and immersive audio provide a splendidly realistic gaming experience. Capable of using wireless controllers right out of the box. Excellent media management and playback. Great collection of launch titles.
  • Four games in the package
  • Can play other Xbox 360 games
  • Custom Star Wars design
  • Superior selection of games
  • Including several console-exclusive titles
  • All games in high-definition
  • Easy-to-use Dashboard interface
  • Excellent online gaming and communications via Xbox Live
  • Plays hundreds of (but not all) original Xbox titles
  • Doub...

The editors didn't like

  • Deluxe system expensive
  • There have been some reported reliability issues
  • Another bulky console from Microsoft. Game prices increase to $59.99.
  • The console is a bit outdated
  • Only one controller included
  • Some of the games might not be to everyone's taste
  • No support for next-generation HD discs
  • Like Blu-ray
  • Early versions of the console prone to "red ring of death" system crash
  • Online gaming require a paid subscription to Xbox Live.
  • Noisy exhaust fan and DVD drive
  • Gigantic oversize power supply
  • No built-in wireless networking or flash media reader
  • DVD playback has substandard video quality
  • Support for nex...

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  Published: 2008-09-22, review by: gadgetshow.channel5.com

  • The Xbox 360 boasts a huge library of games, with several essentials titles in every conceivable genre. The crisp HD graphics are eye-poppingly impressive - even more so than on the supposedly more powerful PS3 - while 5.1 surround sound is also supported...
  • It’s a shame that the 360’s reliability and build quality doesn’t match its graphical and online talents. It’s well known that the machine itself has been plagued with overheating problems (although Microsoft’s three-year war...
  • Despite its hardware issues, the Xbox 360 is the best of the current gen consoles when it comes to pure, hardcore gaming. It’s got the best online service and the best selection of games - and throws in some strong media skills to boot.Best offers f...

 
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  Published: 2007-09-17, review by: avreview.co.uk

  • Abstract:  In the blue corner we have the Xbox 360 weighting in at 3.2GHz with a 20 GB hard drive, and in the red corner the Sony PS3 with a 3.2GHz Cell processor and a 60GB hard drive. Let battle commence…The contenders The Xbox 360 has often been portrayed...

 
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  Published: 2006-01-01, review by: techradar.com

  • Fantastic graphics
  • Only prog scan
  • One of the secret pleasures of having a decent home cinema system is running games through it. Hook up a PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube or Xbox - or in my case, all three - and you can enjoy a spectacular audiovisual experience.Unfortunately, existin...

 
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  Published: 2005-12-06, review by: itreviews.com

  • Abstract:  high-powered games console: Blurring the lines between computing and console gaming more than ever, the Xbox 360 is far more than a games machine. Some may cynically observe that its a device thats allowed Microsoft to bring all manner ...

 
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  Published: 2005-12-05, review by: theregister.co.uk

  • When you've been anticipating something for a long time you often find yourself disappointed when you finally see/touch/use it - that won't happen with the Xbox 360. Microsoft has succeeded in pushing back the boundaries of gaming, and bringing media ...

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  Published: 2005-12-03, review by: T3.com

  • High-calibre Hi-Def gaming at a low price, Media streaming, Fantastically intuitive menu system
  • Godzilla-sized power supply
  • Next-gen gaming has been realised in a powerful, stylish and wallet-friendly package

 
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  Published: 2005-12-02, review by: techadvisor.co.uk

  • Its hard not to be impressed by the Xbox 360. With its high-def output, beautiful wireless controllers and amazing graphical prowess, its a gamers dream. Take into account all the additional functionality (Media Center Extender, Xbox Live Arcade, b...

 
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  Published: 2005-11-25, review by: pocket-lint.com

  • Abstract:  If you are in any doubt as to whether or not you should you try and bribe and beg to have one under the tree for this Christmas the answer is most definitely

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  Published: 2008-11-07, Author: Jeff , review by: asia.cnet.com

  • Superior selection of games including several console-exclusive titles; all games in high-definition; easy-to-use Dashboard interface; excellent online gaming and communications via Xbox Live; plays hundreds of (but not all) original Xbox titles; doubles...
  • No support for Blu-ray; early versions of the console prone to "red ring of death" system crash; online gaming require a paid subscription to Xbox Live.

 
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  Published: 2006-12-15, review by: asia.cnet.com

  • All games in high-definition; excellent user-friendly Dashboard interface; built-in support for wireless controllers; excellent online gaming and communications via Xbox Live; backward compatible with many (but not all) original Xbox titles; doubles as su...
  • First wave of games is somewhat anemic; noisy exhaust fan; no built-in wireless networking; only three USB ports; no support for next-generation HD movie discs; no DVI or HDMI output; doesnt upscale DVDs to HD resolution; gigantic oversize power supply; p...
  • While its missing a couple of potentially important features at launch, the Xbox 360 delivers the power and performance of a high-end gaming PC, including impressive digital media and networking features.

 
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