When Microsoft announced to the world that they were entering the home entertainment business, gamers were a little skeptical. But for twenty exciting years, Xbox has been causing a crazy amount of chaos in the gaming industry with everything they have to offer.
Gamers and fans love to argue over which system is the best, but Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo are all great in their own right. However, there are many perks that come with being an Xbox fan that gamers can’t get anywhere else.
10 The Xbox Controller Is World Class
The Xbox controllers have come a long way. The original Xbox controllers that came with the console in 2001 were some of the worst controllers the gaming community had ever witnessed. The controller was so big and clunky, it made playing games extremely difficult.
Microsoft learned from their past mistakes and the Xbox now has some of the best controllers in the gaming industry. One great perk is if a gamer doesn’t like the controller their Xbox console came with, they can buy a different variation that suits them better.
9 Xbox And PC Can Be Streamed Together
Xbox fans have the flexibility to stream Xbox games on their PC if they prefer to play on their PC instead. This perk means fans don’t have to worry about only playing their favorite Xbox titles on an Xbox console. They can stream it to their PC and enjoy the game whatever way they want.
This feature is also reversible. Gamers’ PCs can be streamed onto the Xbox, which is an awesome feature to have. Despite it not being used all that often, if there’s something on the computer a gamer wants to stream on the Xbox, at least they have the option.
8 Xbox Games With Gold Is their Free Game Giveaway
Xbox has a monthly free video game service called “Xbox Games with Gold,” and it’s an amazing perk due to the fact the games they give away are often premium versions. Comparatively, the service is a lot like the PlayStation Plus but with one distinct difference. If a PlayStation fan cancels their PlayStation Plus subscription (for whatever reason), the free games they enjoyed are pulled from their library. However, with Xbox Games with Gold, fans own the game and get to keep it regardless of whether they continue with their subscription.
7 The Xbox Comes With The Kinect Sensor
When the Xbox One was announced, Microsoft decided to include the Kinect with the console. And what a power move that was by Microsoft! Not only does this save Xbox fans some money, it allows gamers who aren’t fully attuned with the Kinect feature to enjoy games they wouldn’t normally try.
This creates more revenue for Microsoft and also forces the gaming community to grow with something that isn’t universally accepted (yet). Furthermore, by integrating the Kinect with the Xbox console, Microsoft managed to capitalize on their investment.
6 Microsoft Bought Out Rare Video Game Developer
Microsoft bought out the legendary video game developer Rare in the early 2000s. The purchase came right after Nintendo and Rare couldn’t agree on terms once Rare’s contract ended. This was a big blow because a lot of Rare’s characters were synonymous with Nintendo.
However, now Microsoft owns the rights to characters that were once enjoyed by Nintendo fans, they can be enjoyed by Xbox fans too. Thankfully, they’re as fun to play with as they were with Nintendo.
5 Xbox Live Is A Must For Gamers
Xbox Live is the network server Xbox runs its online platform on, and fans couldn’t be happier. To play Xbox games online, fans need Xbox Live. Since most of their games need to be played on a network, fans have to get a subscription.
Despite this inconvenience, the subscription ensures Xbox gamers come out on top with benefits that more than pay for themselves. For example, top-notch network security that ensures gamers’ personal information can’t be hacked, phenomenal network speed and stability so gameplay isn’t interrupted, and Games with Gold that offers free games on a monthly basis.
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3 Xbox Has Cloud Capability
Xbox’s cloud gaming capacity comes from a Microsoft subscription service, which allows gamers access to their online library. It has many fan-favorite titles from past consoles, allowing gamers to replay for nostalgia or discover games they missed while using a different console.
The subscription service is one of the best perks a gamer can ask for. As Microsoft is constantly updating its library to meet the demands of its fans – and the fact gamers can play as many games as humanly capable – the price is well worth the admission to its library.
2 XBOX Series S, Offers Gamers A Steller Gaming Experience On A Budget
It’s no secret that consoles have been extremely hard to get nowadays. It’s as if the console wars have shifted to the consumer instead of the manufacturers trying to gain new customers. Everyone who loves gaming is fighting for a console, regardless of whether manufacturers are struggling to meet demand or their price makes them unaffordable.
In response to the issue of price, Xbox came up with a solution for people going through difficult times. The Xbox Series S is an option for gamers on a budget. They retail at around $299.99, but many gamers have struggled to find one in stock.
1 Xbox Has Halo, One Of The Best FPS Franchises In Gaming History
When Halo was released on the Xbox in the early 2000s, it revolutionized first-person shooters and garnered a loyal fan base. Halo was such a big hit that it modernized a lot of the features gamers love and expect in today’s games. Halo was a fun and chaotic experience that had gamers drawn in from the get-go – even those who were loyal to other consoles.
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