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Microsoft has confirmed that there will be two Xbox 360 packages at launch: one with a hard disk and accessories and one without. The full package details and prices are detailed below.
Xbox 360 Core System – $299 (299 Euros, 209 GBP)
- Xbox 360 console
- Wired controller
- Detachable faceplate
- Xbox Live Silver membership
- Standard AV cables
Xbox 360 – $399 (399 Euros, 279 GBP)
- Xbox 360 console
- 20GB detachable hard drive
- Wireless controller
- Wireless Xbox Live headset
- High-definition AV cables
- Ethernet cable
- Xbox 360 Media Remote Control (limited time)
- Detachable faceplate
- Xbox Live Silver membership
The many peripherals will retail for the following:
- Faceplate ($19.99, 19.99 Euros, 14.99 GBP)
- Hard Drive (20 GB) ($99.99, 99.99 Euros, 69.99 GBP)
- Memory Unit (64 MB) ($39.99, 34.99 Euros, 22.99 GBP)
- Wireless Networking Adapter ($99.99, 79.99 Euros, 59.99 GBP)
- Wireless Controller ($49.99, 44.99 Euros, 32.99 GBP)
- Play and Charge Kit ($19.99, 19.99 Euros, 14.99 GBP)
- Rechargeable Battery Pack ($11.99, 14.99 Euros, 9.99 GBP)
- Controller ($39.99, 34.99 Euros, 24.99 GBP)
- Headset ($19.99, 19.99 Euros, 14.99 GBP)
- Universal Media Remote ($29.99, 29.99 Euros, 19.99 GBP)
- Component HD AV Cable ($39.99, 29.99 Euros, 19.99 GBP)
- S-Video AV Cable (US) ($29.99)
- SCART AV Cable (Europe) (24.99 Euros, 17.99 GBP)
- VGA HD AV Cable ($39.99, 29.99 Euros, 19.99 GBP)
“The sheer entertainment value of Xbox 360 cannot be overstated,” said Robbie Bach, chief Xbox officer for Microsoft. “While the system has the muscle to power awe-inspiring graphics, audio and online play, it’s also got the intelligence to serve as a one-of-a-kind entertainment device that plays CDs, DVDs, MP3s and digital content from an array of devices, including portable music players and digital cameras.”
“With both the Xbox 360 and the Xbox 360 Core System, we’re offering consumers real choice and real value,” said Peter Moore, corporate vice president of worldwide marketing and publishing for the Home Entertainment Division at Microsoft. “We’re bringing true next-generation experiences into gamers’ living rooms this Christmas.”
Well, the rumours can now end. There will be two different packages and the hard disk will not be as standard. No word has been given on the release date, but we’ll keep you updated.
