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Microsoft Xbox

Xbox is Microsoft's gaming brand and ecosystem, launched with the original Xbox in 2001.

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01 / Buying facts

What you can check.

Warranty & support

Microsoft's North American hardware warranty generally gives new Xbox consoles one year. Xbox accessories generally carry 90 days, except the Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and Xbox Wireless Headset, which carry one year; refurbished Xbox consoles carry 90 days. Local law and regional terms can add or change rights.

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02 / Company & ownership

Behind the brand.

Xbox is Microsoft's gaming brand and ecosystem, launched with the original Xbox in 2001. It now spans consoles, PC and cloud play, first-party accessories, games and Xbox Game Pass. 'Designed for Xbox' identifies compatible third-party licensed products and does not mean Microsoft manufactured them. Check console generation, disc versus all-digital hardware, Xbox Wireless/Bluetooth/USB mode and PC, mobile, TV or cloud support per SKU. Game Pass is a paid subscription; catalogue, tiers, cloud features and online-console-multiplayer access vary by device, account and region.

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03 / Product guide

Start with the right product.

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Categories in our shortlist

Gaming controllers

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What is still unknown?

We do not yet have documented answers for these parts of Microsoft Xbox’s profile. Missing evidence is not a negative finding about the brand.

  • Company timeline
  • Design location
  • Manufacturing by product line
  • In-house and outsourced work

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