2013
MICROSOFT

XBOX ONE

MESA
XBOX ONE

📜 History & Legacy

The Xbox One, released by Microsoft in November 2013, marked the company's ambitious foray into the next generation of gaming consoles. It aimed to be more than just a gaming device, positioning itself as an all-in-one entertainment system for the living room. This vision was reflected in its initial focus on multimedia features, integration with television services, and the inclusion of the Kinect sensor as a standard component. While the initial reception was mixed due to controversies surrounding digital rights management and pricing, the Xbox One underwent significant changes throughout its lifespan to better cater to gamers' needs.

Over time, Microsoft shifted its strategy, emphasizing gaming experiences and services. The introduction of services like Xbox Game Pass, which provided access to a vast library of games for a monthly subscription, proved to be a game-changer. The console also saw improvements in its hardware with the release of the Xbox One S (a slimmed-down version with 4K Blu-ray support) and the Xbox One X (a more powerful console designed for native 4K gaming). While the Xbox One didn't dominate the market in the same way as its predecessor, the Xbox 360, it laid the groundwork for Microsoft's current gaming ecosystem and its continued focus on services and cross-platform experiences.

⚙️ Specifications

  • ❖ CPU: Custom 8-core AMD Jaguar CPU clocked at 1.75 GHz
  • ❖ GPU: Custom AMD Radeon GPU with 768 shaders clocked at 853 MHz
  • ❖ RAM: 8 GB DDR3 RAM (shared between system and GPU) + 32 MB ESRAM
  • ❖ Storage: 500 GB or 1 TB internal hard drive (user-replaceable)
  • ❖ Media: Blu-ray disc drive, HDMI input/output, Ethernet, Wi-Fi

🎮 Top 10 Games

  • ★ Halo 5: Guardians
  • ★ Forza Horizon 2
  • ★ Gears of War 4
  • ★ Sunset Overdrive
  • ★ Ori and the Blind Forest
  • ★ Titanfall
  • ★ Quantum Break
  • ★ Killer Instinct
  • ★ Forza Motorsport 6
  • ★ Rise of the Tomb Raider

🎥 Video Review

💡 Curiosities

  • ? The original name considered for the console was "Xbox Infinity."
  • ? The Xbox One initially required the Kinect to be plugged in to function, a policy later reversed.
  • ? Microsoft initially planned to implement strict digital rights management policies, including restrictions on game sharing and used games, but these plans were abandoned after significant backlash.
  • ? The Xbox One's operating system is based on the Windows NT kernel.
  • ? The Xbox One's controller features over 40 improvements compared to the Xbox 360 controller.
  • ? The console was originally going to be called Xbox 720.
  • ? The Xbox One X was, at the time of its release, the most powerful console on the market.
  • ? The console's launch was plagued by a number of technical issues, including problems with the Kinect sensor and the Blu-ray drive.
  • ? The Xbox One was the first console to support game streaming to Windows 10 PCs.
  • ? The Xbox One's dashboard received several major overhauls throughout its lifespan.