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Dant
11-05-2005, 20:43
Hi,

If you didn't know the next generation Xbox is going to be released this November!

(Taken from 360 Portal (www.360portal.net))



Xbox 360 is announced - the successor to the Xbox!

Sources have confirmed that the next generation Xbox will be called the Xbox 360, the logo used will be a simple affair different to the original chunky cross. The console features an alluminium look and is shaped almost like a PC when stood upright, quite a contrast to the bulky standard Xbox.

Rumours have as usual being flying many of which disagreed with each other, but sources close to the company have spoken suggesting that Microsoft will be shipping out the Xbox console this November, although other details remain sketchy.

360portal.net can confirm that the image below is what the console will look like, and the name is definately the Xbox 360.

http://www.360portal.net/mkportal/modules/gallery/album/a_8.jpg

The machine can stand vertically similair to the PS2 and hollows in at the middle, like it's "sucking in its cheeks," we have been heard. Previous rumours had put the console as light silver, although some sources have said the final version will be white - a clear contrast to the chunky black and green Xbox console.

It is as yet uncomfirmed whether or not the Xbox 360 will feature interchangeable skins allowing users to change the colour of their console, however this would be a big move for Microsoft making the Xbox a very customisable console, perhaps further adding to its appeal.

As for the logo of the console, it is described as a simple, round nexus with "Xbox 360" written inside it. Previous rumours had simply the numbers "360" in the disc. This branding tends to suggest that we can expect to see "360" appearing after many game names, as happened with the Nintendo 64.

When contacted by various parties today Microsoft simply said that it "does not comment on rumours and speculation relating to next generation product." so some aspects cannot be confirmed yet, however keep posted on the site for more news!

Like this? Talk about it at The nets premier Xbox 360 community (www.360portal.net)



Im not so sure I like it! Looks pretty ugly IMO, however some of the screenshots I found here; http://www.360portal.net/index.php?ind=gallery&op=section_view&idev=2 are extremely impressive!

Will you buy this or hold out for the PS3?

Abdul
11-05-2005, 21:17
This November, eh?

Have Microsoft ever managed to ship a product within three years of its originally planned launch date?

We'll probably be here in 2007, eagerly awaiting its launch!

As for which one I'd pick, I'd wait until either have been out a few months and have dropped in price. But I'm tight.

Rich
11-05-2005, 21:22
I've read this on other gaming forums I post on, sounds good but I'm waiting to see how backward compatible to current gen Xbox games Xbox360 is before I decide whether or not to upgrade.

From what I've read, it will have limited backwards compatibility to certain games, such as maybe the Halo series and other Microsoft owned Xbox exclusives.

mr.blaze
11-05-2005, 23:13
I think it looks pretty slick, better than the current XBOX. Doubt it will make it for XMAS though.

Craigy
11-05-2005, 23:16
well the I first bought a ps1, then I got a gamecube, i guess its microsofts turn to take my money.
I have a better picture than the 1 linked in here, its not a photoshop 1 and shows some of the controller. i'll try and post a link later on if anyone is interested?

mr.blaze
11-05-2005, 23:53
Send me the pic and I'll host it for you mate.

Dant
12-05-2005, 06:12
I think I will wait to see which is best out of the Xbox and PS3 or just wait until they drop in price :D

I found another picture similair to what Craigy was on about:

http://www.360portal.net/mkportal/modules/gallery/album/a_4.jpg

And a screenshot of a game here:

[img]http://www.360portal.net/mkportal/modules/gallery/album/a_7.jpg[img]

Graphics look impressive!

21steve
12-05-2005, 06:37
i cant wait for the 360. definately going to get it as soon as it comes out.

it looks like it is impressive, and apparently it will have changeable skins which will mean i dont have to buy a tv and dvd player to match the colour of the xbox ;-)

Craigy
12-05-2005, 08:11
Originally posted by Dant
I think I will wait to see which is best out of the Xbox and PS3 or just wait until they drop in price :D

I found another picture similair to what Craigy was on about:

http://www.360portal.net/mkportal/modules/gallery/album/a_4.jpg

And a screenshot of a game here:

[img]http://www.360portal.net/mkportal/modules/gallery/album/a_7.jpg[img]

Graphics look impressive!

haha thats my pic, guess u saved my having to send it off all over the place.

mr.blaze
13-05-2005, 04:48
Check out this place for some good stuff www.gamespaper.com

chri5
13-05-2005, 06:41
http://www.xbox360.com/

What do you guys think of it?
More details can be found at http://www.xbox-scene.com/

Siān
13-05-2005, 06:43
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