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[[File:Xbox 360.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Can the term "[[Brick (term)|Brick]]" be applied to a games console?]]
'''Xbox''' is {{w|Microsoft}}'s gaming brand, and the name of their line of video game consoles. The original Xbox was released in [[2001]], and while a decent success, it lagged substantially behind its main competitor the [[PlayStation]] 2, probably because no ''Transformers'' games were ever released for it. Much more successful, however, was the '''Xbox 360''', which launched in [[2005]] and was an overwhelming success, thanks to a strong game lineup and revolutionizing online console gaming with Xbox Live, becoming the highest-selling American-made console of all time. In [[2013]], Microsoft launched the '''Xbox One''', but it initially struggled due to poor messaging and controversial decisions related to digital rights management and a shift towards general entertainment over video games, forcing them to spend most of the console generation clawing their way back to modest success. The latest system is [[2020]]'s '''Xbox Series X''' (and its lower-end variant the '''Xbox Series S'''), and has seen decent success thanks to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service <s>at the cost of a bunch of studios getting unceremoniously shut down to help pay for other acquisitions</s> whoa what who said that?
The '''Xbox 360''' is a [[Video games|video game]] console released in [[2005]] developed by {{W|Microsoft}}, and the successor to the {{W|Xbox_(console)|Xbox}} (a worthless console that cannot play any ''Transformers'' games). The Xbox 360 has several ''Transformers'' games in its library, but most are also available on its competitor consoles, the [[Sony]] [[PlayStation]] 3 and the home computer. It was succeeded in [[2013]] by the [[Xbox One]].
 
First party studios under the Xbox brand include [[Activision]] and [[Blizzard Entertainment]].


==Fiction==
==Fiction==
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[[Image:Movie Xbox 360 robot.JPG|right|300px|thumb|Beware the red eye of death!]]
[[Image:Movie Xbox 360 robot.JPG|right|300px|thumb|Beware the red eye of death!]]


While the battle in Mission city raged, the [[AllSpark]] animated an [[Xbox 360 robot|Xbox 360 console]] that just happened to be in the hands of an extremely satisfied but soon to be disappointed gamer. {{storylink|Transformers (film)|Transformers}}
While the battle in [[Mission City]] raged, the [[AllSpark]] animated an [[Xbox 360 robot|Xbox 360 console]] that just happened to be in the hands of an extremely satisfied but soon to be disappointed gamer. {{storylink|Transformers (film)|Transformers}}


===Ask Vector Prime===
===Ask Vector Prime===
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==Games==
==Games==
===Xbox 360===
[[File:Xbox 360.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Can the term "[[Brick (term)|Brick]]" be applied to a games console?]]
*''[[Transformers The Game (console)|Transformers the Game]]'' (2007)
*''[[Transformers The Game (console)|Transformers the Game]]'' (2007)
*''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' (2009)
*''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' (2009)
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*''[[Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark]]'' (2014)
*''[[Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark]]'' (2014)
*''[[Transformers: Devastation]]'' (2015)
*''[[Transformers: Devastation]]'' (2015)
===Xbox One===
*''[[Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark]]'' (2014)
*''[[Smite]]'' (2015)
*''[[Transformers: Devastation]]'' (2015)
*''[[Rocket League]]'' (2016)
*''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron]]'' (2016)
*''[[Fortnite]]'' (2017)
*''[[World of Warships: Transformers|World of Warships]]'' (2019)
*''[[Transformers: Battlegrounds]]'' (2020)
*''[[Overwatch 2]]'' (2022)
*''[[Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition]]'' (2023)
*''[[Transformers: Galactic Trials]]'' (2024)
===Xbox Series X/S===
*''[[Fortnite]]'' (2020)
*''[[World of Warships: Transformers|World of Warships]]'' (2021)
*''[[Overwatch 2]]'' (2022)
*''[[Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition]]'' (2023)
*''[[Transformers: Galactic Trials]]'' (2024)


==Merchandise==
==Merchandise==
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*When the [[Xbox 360 robot]] comes alive, it makes the 360's signature turning-on "shwooom!" noise.
*When the [[Xbox 360 robot]] comes alive, it makes the 360's signature turning-on "shwooom!" noise.
*Due to copyright reasons, the Xbox 360 is depicted as a fictional '''Y''' Box console in the IDW comics' follow up on the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' film.
*Due to copyright reasons, the Xbox 360 is depicted as a fictional '''Y''' Box console in the IDW comics' follow up on the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' film.
*At the 2015 [[San Diego Comic-Con]], Microsoft held a sweepstakes to win one of 20 custom-painted Xbox One consoles with designs based on several upcoming games, including one based on ''[[Transformers: Devastation]]''.<ref>[https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2015/07/02/xbox-sdcc-collectible-xbox-one-console-sweepstakes/ Win one of 20 Custom Painted Xbox Ones at SDCC 2015 - Xbox]</ref>
==External links==
*{{w|Xbox|Xbox brand}} at Wikipedia
*{{w|Xbox 360}} at Wikipedia
*{{w|Xbox One}} at Wikipedia
*{{w|Xbox Series X and Series S}} at Wikipedia


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Revision as of 05:03, 10 July 2024

Xbox is Microsoft's gaming brand, and the name of their line of video game consoles. The original Xbox was released in 2001, and while a decent success, it lagged substantially behind its main competitor the PlayStation 2, probably because no Transformers games were ever released for it. Much more successful, however, was the Xbox 360, which launched in 2005 and was an overwhelming success, thanks to a strong game lineup and revolutionizing online console gaming with Xbox Live, becoming the highest-selling American-made console of all time. In 2013, Microsoft launched the Xbox One, but it initially struggled due to poor messaging and controversial decisions related to digital rights management and a shift towards general entertainment over video games, forcing them to spend most of the console generation clawing their way back to modest success. The latest system is 2020's Xbox Series X (and its lower-end variant the Xbox Series S), and has seen decent success thanks to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service at the cost of a bunch of studios getting unceremoniously shut down to help pay for other acquisitions whoa what who said that?

First party studios under the Xbox brand include Activision and Blizzard Entertainment.

Fiction

Transformers film

Beware the red eye of death!

While the battle in Mission City raged, the AllSpark animated an Xbox 360 console that just happened to be in the hands of an extremely satisfied but soon to be disappointed gamer. Transformers

Ask Vector Prime

Swindle, Swindle and Swindle had an Xbox 360 for sale, for those into retro gaming. Ask Vector Prime

Games

Xbox 360

Can the term "Brick" be applied to a games console?

Xbox One

Xbox Series X/S

Merchandise

Generation 1

  • Chrome Xbox 360 faceplate packs
Faceplate packs produced by Core Gamer that came in both Decepticon and Autobot varieties. The faceplate included with each pack is of a two part design. The first part is a plain white faceplate with chrome detailing. Then a clear plate snaps onto the white one. In between, the user can place one of 12 Autobot or Decepticon themed cardboard inserts. The faceplate features a power button with the logo of the given faction. Since the button is made of transparent plastic, the logo lights up when the system is turned on. The insert designs include 5 sets of character robot and alternate modes, the respective faction logo and 1 bonus secret collectible design.

Transformers (2007)

  • Xbox 360 Skin - Transformers: Optimus
A special skin to improve the look and protect the console, each panel is made of flexible vinyl and slides onto the console like a glove. This design is mostly black with red flames and features a stock image of Optimus Prime on the side.
  • Xbox 360 Skin - Transformers: Barricade
A differently designed skin for the console, this one is mostly red and blue with a stock image of Barricade on the side.
  • Chrome Xbox 360 faceplate packs
Faceplate packs produced by Core Gamer that came in both Decepticon and Autobot varieties. The faceplate included with each pack is of the same two part design as the G1 plates. The faceplate features a power button with the logo of the given faction. Since the button is made of transparent plastic, the logo lights up when the system is turned on. The insert designs include 5 sets of character robot and alternate modes, the respective faction logo and 1 bonus secret collectible design.

Revenge of the Fallen

  • Xbox 360 Skin - Transformers 2: Versus
A special skin to make your Xbox 360 look more "Revenge-of-the-Fallen-y", each panel is made of flexible vinyl and slides onto the console like a glove. One side features the Decepticons Megatron, Starscream and Ravage, while the Autobot side features Ironhide, Ratchet and the Twins.

Notes

  • When the Xbox 360 robot comes alive, it makes the 360's signature turning-on "shwooom!" noise.
  • Due to copyright reasons, the Xbox 360 is depicted as a fictional Y Box console in the IDW comics' follow up on the Revenge of the Fallen film.
  • At the 2015 San Diego Comic-Con, Microsoft held a sweepstakes to win one of 20 custom-painted Xbox One consoles with designs based on several upcoming games, including one based on Transformers: Devastation.[1]
  1. ↑ Win one of 20 Custom Painted Xbox Ones at SDCC 2015 - Xbox
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