XBox 360 Shortage Causes A Stir

by Barry Cooke

Microsoft has finally released, among huge media hype, its new Console, the long awaited XBox 360.... also known as the XBox 2.The XBox 360 Console is available in two different packages, the first being a top-end version and consists of an XBox 360 Console, wireless controllers, external hard-drive and headset with membership to the XBox Live gaming service to tempt you in even more, to avoid your spouse!!, this is priced at £279.99. The second package is a basic one which includes Xbox 360 Console and wired controller, this is priced at £209.99. Its a shame that a section of gaming fans have to pay a little extra to have the wireless controllers but I'm sure they will argue that its worth the money.The Christmas 2005 release has given it a much-needed edge over Sony which plans to release its PlayStation 3 in the the spring of 2006.The XBox 360 has hit massive shortages, due to demand, in the UK. People are already paying nearly double the cost on EBay for the long awaited console, just to get it immediately. It has been said that Microsoft have deliberately limited stock to create the media interest that it currently receives, just due to its availability problem.So what is so special about the XBox 360? Well, lets begin with its superb graphics engine. When connected to a plasma or HD compatible TV set, the graphics will simply blow you away. Anybody who has seen an Xbox 360 in action has always commented first and foremost on its graphical capabilities.If the graphics alone of the XBox 360 are not enough to satisfy your craving for gaming heaven, then the sound should top it off nicely. The ability to output the sound of the XBox 360 to a digital surround sound system is just one of its many benefits. Completely absorb yourself in the game, with the XBox 360.The ability to add a hard drive (included in the Premium pack) gives the XBox 360 the edge over al lthe other gaming platforms to date. In fact with this hard drive, you can basically turn your XBox 360 into a fully fledged Media Centre, with wireless capability.To summerise, the XBox 360 is the next big thing in gaming, but sadly due to Microsofts poor effort at getting the consoles into the shops in time, there is a huge demand and it doesnt appear to be getting any easier.When it does eventually hit the shop in earnest, then its a definate must-buy for all you gaming people out there!

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