XBOX 360 Options on the Market
A Look at the Three Different XBOX 360 Options that are for Sale
Oct 21, 2008
When it comes to buying a XBOX 360, Microsoft makes it easy to purchase the components that are necessary to give you what you want. The XBOX 360 now comes in three different packages, each of which comes with a different assortment of contents and technology that adheres to the type of game play that you are looking to achieve.
When going into the "XBOX experience" it is important to think about what types of games the user will want to use on the system, and exactly what is hoped to be gained by its use.. By doing that, it becomes easier to judge which system best fits the needs, and thus the buying decision begins with the customer already armed with some valuable information.
The XBOX 360 systems start with your basic system, and work their way up to the elite level of play. Each of the three steps adds more and more components that are going to assist with your game play, and along with that comes a price level increase. That is a reason why it is important to go into the store already knowing what system you want to purchase, so when it comes down to that finally purchasing decision, you already know which way you are heading.
The Three XBOX 360 Systems:
1. The XBOX 360 Arcade
Includes:
*XBOX 360 console
*wireless controller
*256 MB storage capabilities
*standard AV cable
*XBOX Live silver membership,.
With the XBOX Arcade edition, you are getting one of the basic XBOX consoles, which includes only the bare-bones to get you started, but which also may be enough for an at-home player. It works with all of the XBOX 360 games, and is probably geared best for the younger crowd that is just looking to have one of these XBOX 360 machines, and wants the chance to play all of the games.
It doesn't have a lot of storage space inside the XBOX 360 for saved games, but does have the added benefit of a few games already included in the hard drive that consist of a few card games and racing games. It won't be too exciting though, and an additional cost is necessary to buy full games for the system.
Cost: $199
2. The XBOX 360 Bonus Edition
Includes:
*XBOX 360 console
*wireless controller
*60 GB storage capabilities
*headset
*network cable
*standard/HD AV cable
*XBOX Live silver membership.
Moving up to the main XBOX 360 right now, they are including bonus games with the purchase, and this season has this XBOX version containing the games Kung Fu Panda and Lego Indiana Jones. They are both fun games, but again, they are geared more towards a younger audience that would get a kick out of a film based video game or a Lego based game.
With the normal XBOX 360, you also get the headset and Ethernet cables that allow you to easily use the online version of the XBOX Live membership. The added benefit of having this version of the system is that it not only plays all XBOX 360 games, but also 300+ games from the first version of the XBOX. With the additions also comes a slight increase in price, but this system is the best option for the average gamer.
Cost: $299
3. The XBOX 360 Elite
Includes:
*XBOX 360 console (black)
*wireless controller (black)
*120 GB storage capabilities
*headset
*network cable
*standard/HD AV cable
*HDMI digital AV cable
*XBOX Live silver membership.
The XBOX 360 Elite is the cream of the crop for gamers, and has the best options for fans of the XBOX 360. You get a nice black wireless controller, 120 GB of storage space to save games, and the digital AV cable to get everything hooked up for a top-notch online experience with the XBOX 360 Live program.
This is the version to purchase for the addicted gamer, and those want to have the best possible option to hook up with a HD television, or plan on using the online hook-up to play with many other people from around the country. This Elite version also comes with a price bump, but it really is worth it if for people looking for the next level of gaming.
Cost: $399
Final Thoughts on the XBOX 360
All of the options are great for XBOX 360 games, and the decision on choices will be based on how much the user is looking for in the experience. They all work with all the XBOX 360 games, so there are no worries there, but its an important decision to come up with which option will play best for consumer or for the person for which it is being purchased.
