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Power On: The Story of Xbox

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Power On: The Story of Xbox (2021)
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Xbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of t... Read allXbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of the people behind the box, glitches and all.Xbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of the people behind the box, glitches and all.
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  • Stars
    • Albert Penello
    • Ed Fries
    • Kevin Pereira
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    Kiki Wolfkill
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    Xbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of the people behind the box, glitches and all.
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      • Four gamers. One idea. And a billion dollar bet.
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    Excellent view into the rise of Xbox & the recent history of the console wars.
    Highlighting Xbox's commitment to building a culture & paying homage to the history they have built as a brand, Power On serves as a fantastically entertaining, honest & informative doc for the hardcore gamer.

    The story is well told by people who were there & follows the thread of the rollercoaster ride that is Xbox & the wider console market. Hearing how senior execs at Xbox responded to all the bumps in the road from online gaming to the red ring of death to motion controls is fascinating.

    Can't recommend it enough, A must watch for gaming fans.
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