Xbox 360

The Xbox 360 is Microsoft's second video game console, released in late 2005. The console was an immediate hit and was the main competitor to the PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii in the seventh generation of video game consoles. It brought high-definition graphics to the masses and established Xbox Live as the premier online service for multiplayer and digital content. With a strong focus on online gaming, social features, and popular exclusive titles such as Halo 3 and Gears of War , the Xbox 360 became a huge success. It is also known for introducing the Kinect motion controller and for its large and diverse game library. The console played a central role in shaping modern console gaming.