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Xbox 360

The first 'next generation' console to hit Australia, the Xbox 360 promises plenty of extras aside from gaming. Should you rush out and buy one? Read our extensive Australian review to find out.

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Microsoft Xbox 360 Messenger Kit

The Xbox 360 Messenger Kit makes for the best text-entry option for chatting and messaging on the Xbox 360.

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Xbox 360 Hard Drive (120 GB)

It's a 120GB hard drive, it comes with software and a cable to sync data between two drives, and it stores multimedia content. Its cost however is slightly prohibitive, making it a little hard to swallow even for hardcore gamers.

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Altec Lansing Orbit-M 360

The Orbit-M 360 hits the right notes with us; it's small, portable and gives out a decent sound as long as you don't require earth shattering levels of volume.

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Lexar JumpDrive 360 (1GB)

The JumpDrive 360 is more than your average USB memory key with its PowerToGo interface, self-contained application suite and security features. It's the ideal travel companion.

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Next-generation games console war heats up

Which next-generation console looks set to win the video game battle? Randolph Ramsay looks at the latest happenings in the Sony/Microsoft/Nintendo war.

Two Xbox 360 games for the price of one

Two for one game offers are usually for bargain bin titles, but Activision is bucking the trend by offering two brand new Xbox 360 games for the price of one. From 15 March, eager gamers can buy Tony Hawk's American Wasteland and Gun for AU$109.95.

FAQ: The next video game consoles?

The swallows come back to San Juan Capistrano every year, the Olympics happen every four years, and old video game consoles get junked every five years.

More Xbox games playable on 360

Twenty-one more Xbox games now playable on Xbox 360; Doom 3, Lego Star Wars, Silent Hill 4 lead pack.

Xbox 360 and PS3: death to PC gaming?

Will the launch of next generation consoles from Sony and Microsoft be the death knell for PC gaming?

Get your gaming console online

Got a new Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 and you want to know how to get it online? Follow CNET.com.au's easy step-by-step guide to learn everything you need to know.

Which of my older video games will work on the new consoles?

Which of my older video game titles and accessories will--and won't--work on the new game consoles?

Xbox support after the Xbox 360

Will Microsoft still be producing games for the old Xbox after the new Xbox 360 becomes available in Australia?

Unwrapped: Tips and tricks for your new gaming gear

Got a brand-new Wii or Xbox 360? Read our three tips about gaming consoles.

Wireless on-line gaming with the Xbox

We already have a wireless broadband connection at home. Can an Xbox use this wireless network, or does it still need to be connected via Ethernet?

Gaming online: Which console is best?

Game consoles aren't just stand-alone boxes anymore -- it's increasingly about what you can do with them online. If you are unsure about which next-gen console to pick up, we've put together a comparison of the Nintendo Wii, the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360, outlining all of their individual online features and costs.

Gaming and computer tips for TVs

Modern flat-panel TVs are like a Swiss army knife with a multitude of functionalities, and so here are some tips to reproduce the best picture quality from your gaming console and computers.

Xbox 360 Games Launch List

Games is what the Xbox 360 is all about. And thanks to the numerous delays Australians have had to face, the list of local games available for the 360's launch on 23 March is fairly expansive.

360 is a games machine first and foremost: Aussie Xbox exec

Don't be fooled by the Xbox 360's raft of multimedia capabilities. Microsoft's new console is a games machine first and foremost, Microsoft's Home and Entertainment Division Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand David McLean says.

Full Xbox 360 backwards compatibility list of Xbox 1 games

There's no need to put away your old Xbox 1 games just because you've bought a 360.

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Xbox Game Support Updates 2

Allow Xbox 360 video game console to play games from the original Xbox video game console.

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XNA Game Studio 2

Create video games for Windows and Xbox 360 console.

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Xbox Support

Take care of your downloads for Xbox 360 video game console.

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Video Game Achievements & Unlockables

Get achievements and unlockables for games.

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Microsoft XNA Game Studio Express 1.0 Refresh

Create video games for Windows and Xbox 360.

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