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Customer Reviews for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

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Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

Model: B4J-00107
SKU: 8492838
UPC: 882224380751
Learn more about Xbox 360 Console System. (Flash demo) Prepare for limitless possibilities where your imagination knows no boundaries. Xbox 360 is an exciting combination of hardware, software and services that fully engages you in more expansive, dramatic and lifelike gaming. The personalized interface lets you create your own unique system and experience. The Xbox Gamer Guide is an entertainment gateway that instantly connects you to your games, friends, music, movies and downloadable content. The Xbox Guide button puts you in control of bringing up the Xbox Gamer Guide and the Xbox System Guide, and you can even turn the system on and off without ever leaving the couch. Every Xbox 360 title supports 720p and 1080i high definition resolution or 480p standard definition resolution, in 16:9 widescreen, with antialiasing, so you enjoy smooth, movie-like graphics and multichannel surround sound. Enjoy awesome digital entertainment — amplify your music, photos, video and TV, and enjoy progressive-scan DVD movies right out of the box. Xbox LIVE is where games and entertainment come alive, a unified place where you can play with anyone, anytime, anywhere. Connect Xbox 360 to your broadband connection, attach a storage device (hard drive or memory unit), and get instant access to Xbox LIVE Silver. Express your digital identity through your gamertag and gamer card, talk with others using voice chat and access the Xbox LIVE Marketplace to get new content.
Average Customer Rating:
4.47 out of 5
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91% of customers would recommend this product to a friend 
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Customer Reviews for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)
Review 1 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)
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A console gamers dream

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Jdknight25
from Ames
on 09/11/2007
There are many things you'll read about the 360 while researching which console to buy. After a year and a half of hands on the 360 has run almost flawlessly for me minus a few game freezes that you'll encounter on any system.
Where it's at is the games, and there are plenty. Alot of fun is to be had with this console, and I honestly own all 3 next generation consoles, but the 360 garners around %90 of my attention.
Onl-line gaming is very important to most 360 owners, but you can game some, and then break for as long as you want and come back to them. For most games the install base is large enough now that there will almost always be someone to play on-line with. Howevery, story still plays a big part in single player, and there are some moving stories to interact with on this console.
The premium console is a steal at this price point, and the 360 is so much more than a video game console. It's a full fledged media center. Pull pictures from your PC, plug in your iPod via USB, download reasonably priced TV shows and much more in this package. You'll find an ever growing collection of XBOX Live Arcade games to complement high definition movie rentals if you'd prefer.
Microsoft understood that sometimes you need a break from gaming. Along with all the other features I've listed if you have a high definition set-up, you'll find the most reasonably priced high definition movie player on the market. I 5-Star recommend the HD-DVD player to go along with your XBOX 360.
The system offers 1080p gaming and movie viewing, has a built in scaler to upscale your DVD collection and can connect to the internet straight out of the box with the network cable included in the box.
Some people say that sound isn't the strongest feature, but for %95 of the people that utilize 5.1 at the most, this consoles media boasts some gripping audio and firmware updates add more and more features everyday such as DTS (Digital Theater Surround) support. The console is ever changing because of firmware updates, and I've always found it to be for the better.
So in a nutshell, the 360 offers everything a gamer or techhead could and with each game that comes out (AAA or not), I'm finding this system becoming more and more the best gaming system I've owned in 25 years of gaming. Maybe I'm just addicted to achievements, but I'd like to think that I'm just addicted to fun.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+23points
37out of 51found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

Dont buy

Customer Rating
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Posted by: Riddell83
from Viera, FL
on 02/02/2009
Value for Price
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Functionality
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Performance
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Graphics
1.0 out of 5
1.0
What's great about it: Nothing
What's not so great: Everything
I bought this console when it first came out for 400 dollars. I also bought the also one year warranty for it to. Of course after a year and a half it broke and I had to pay 90 dollars. It took forever to get fixed. Then they sent me a refurbished one back. Which of course broke a couple months after this warranty expired. I took AWESOME care of both consoles. With the money you would be spending on this console over and over again with warrantys that never seem to work you could own a PS3 and a Wii and Have the best of both worlds
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

The New Xbox live is Awesome!!!!

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: DJMatthews33
from Phoenix, AZ
on 01/29/2009
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Xbox Live
What's not so great: No Blu-Ray Player
I recently bought a PS3 for the Blu-Ray functionality and even considered selling my 360, but quickly abandoned that notion as soon as xbox launched the new xbox live. The ability to stream my netflix to my plasma is awesome and the new interface is so much fun to play with you could spend hours just exploring. Xbox definatly takes the cake over PS3 for the Marketplace interface. Even though it lacks a Blu-Ray player don't count this system out is still well worth the money.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

I like it

Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: drummerboy1
from NC
on 11/27/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: everything
What's not so great: dunno
Internet, graphics, good games.
the menus are easy to use. I think the xbox360 is a great choice but I haven't tried ps3 or wii so I can't compare. But for 260 bucks I think it was a great buy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

The coolest game ever

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Mig197
from New York, NY
on 11/25/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: The graphics, Good price
What's not so great: The controller
Oh men, that's the coolest video game ever. I played in my friend's house, but I'm not so shure that I'll buy it, possibly, the PS3, I don't know what I'll buy PS3 or XBOX 360?
I would recommend this to a friend!
-1point
0out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

hours of entertainment

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: SikendHatter
from Brookfield, IL
on 11/24/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: xbox live, game selection, customer service
What's not so great: hardware failures
I've had my xbox 360 pro for over 2 years. I've had the red rings of death and also another hardware failure. Some people curse microsoft for all this but hey everyone makes mistakes. Any time i had a problem microsoft shipped and repaired my xbox for free. you cant really complain they could just leave you high and dry. All my friends have xbox and the online experience is incredible. Personally a ps3 would be boring to me because i wouldnt be able to play with any of my friends. Since most games are multi platform anyway i would rather be able to play with my friends then just a bunch of random people. The picture quality is great and the sound is also wonderful. I would recommend this to anyone who loves gaming.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

It's ok, PS3 better

Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: Garrett444
from Ozark, MO
on 11/22/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Performance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: The graphics, the many games you can choose
What's not so great: the ring of death, hard-drive not reliable, freezing
My friend and I have Xbox 360's. My friend had the ring of death and the repairmen told him it would be fixed in 2 weeks, but it took them 6 months. My is ok. It freezes a lot (especially Need For Speed). Overall it is a good console but of course Microsoft doesn't care about quality. Try PS3, it is a lot better but not as cheap.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

Good alue, especially at the new price.

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: gvii
from New Baltimore
on 11/20/2008
Value for Price
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Graphics
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Nice system, great selection of games...
What's not so great: The lack of included options.
Great system, especially at the new price. I did buy an arcade version, but only because I was able to procure a 120 gig HD at a very good price, so I personally didn't need the elite or pro versions. Not to mention the fantastic selection of games due to the fact it's been out for some time.
As for the bad, no built in wireless. This is a big turn off, especially considering the price of the wireless adapter. Would also be nice if it came with a rechargeable battery for the controller, though I believe that does come with the higher end models. I do not care for the A/V cable system either, too much nickel and diming.
The drive is excessively loud, and I do mean excessively. Fortunately, with the latest update, games can be installed to the HD, and while the disc still needs to be in the drive, it is much, much quieter, and load times are greatly improved.
The only thing I am wary of is the red ring of death syndrome. I am assuming that has been fully addressed, and the extended warranty does ease my worries, so I do not believe this to be a factor anymore.
All in all, I believe this to be a great buy. You can't beat the price, and though I do prefer my PS3, the 360 does have a mighty library of games to back it up. Definately recommended....
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

X Box 360 20 GB

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Metskid11
from New York
on 11/19/2008
Value for Price
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: X Box Live, User Friendly
What's not so great: Expensive
I like X Box. I can talk forever about it. Basically X Box live is very user Friendly. The Price of these systems is the only downside. Since it's cheaper then PS3 it's a better buy in my opinion.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

Take good care

Customer Rating
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Posted by: mhamouda
from CA
on 11/18/2008
Value for Price
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Functionality
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Performance
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: the pads, xbox live
What's not so great: the reliablity, performance
I got one last feb, i was so happy and expecting too much, but in comparing to PS3, xbox 360 is far behind in many aspect. I played almost 60 H, and i already HW failure, crashes. if you wanted extend your guaranty, but if not go for PS3
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

x box is awsome!!!!!

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: mrsmills29
from little rock, ar
on 11/14/2008
What's great about it: almost all games out are available on it
What's not so great: nothing...................
i love this system. you can go online and play against other people. me and my husband play against our family that lives more than 8 states over. it's a wonderful way to keep in touch and have some fun.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

love it

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Anonymous
from phx,az
on 11/14/2008
What's great about it: love adding music and the online play
What's not so great: kicks me off alot...signs me out
i love adding music to my 360 and i play it everyday...i enjoy getting online.. i even make friends.... and have good challenges in some games...thanks for letting me tell u guys how much i love the xbox 360
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

In the end, dissapointed

Customer Rating
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Posted by: Faris
from Brooklyn, NY
on 11/13/2008
What's great about it: Wide selection of games and X-Box Live.
What's not so great: Shoddy Reliability
I was lead to believe that Microsoft fixed the problems which plagued the earlier 360's and purchased one for my son in March, 2008. Eight months later, system failure. Now I need to send it in. I should've done more research.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

xbox

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: lin502
from Palm Bay Fl
on 11/13/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: If I can set this up anybody can
What's not so great: na
I really don't use this the grandkids do but just watching it when they use it the graphics and that are outstanding. They spend alot of hours playing it. And for the price that BEst Buy offered it you can't beat it had checked it other places and it was alot higher. I have been buying from Best Buy for quite awhile and have never been disappointed in the service if I have a problem they have always taken care of what ever the issue is. I will continue to buy from BEST BUY THEY ARE THE BEST....
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

awesome system

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: bleach
from chicago
on 11/12/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Nothing
im so glad i got this system, so many exclusives and good games, and the best online ever, no one can beat it. if your looking for a awesome fun system get the 360
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

Favorite console ever!!

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Dannnylol
on 11/11/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Games, Xbox live
What's not so great: nothing what so ever
I have had this syetem for over a year now and have had absolutly no problems with it yet. 360 has all the great games like Call Of Duty 4, Gears Of War 2 etc. Media center only worked for me for only 1 day and i havent been able to get it to work since. But that really isnt a big deal for me im all about gaming :)! Xbox live has plent of downloads from arcade games, Orignial xbox games and plenty of Tv Shows & movies. Downside is you dont wanna play for more then a few hours a day to avoid ever gettin the RROD (Red Ring Of Death). Everall its the best system i ever played on and definelty worth the money.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

BEST CONSOLE AVAILABLE!!!

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: BNCasey3
from Greenville, KY
on 11/11/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Great to use, easy setup, great gameplay, great games
What's not so great: RRoD
This is the best gaming console available. Buy one now and you won't be disappointed!
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

360

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Anonymous
from sacramento, ca
on 11/11/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: media center, xbox live, graphics
What's not so great: convert the media files for media center.
the 360 is awesome. the graphics are great, xbox live is always fun being able to communicate with people from around the world. the media center is also great, being able to watch movies i downloaded on my computer in my room, with just a connection of the 360 and my computer. although sometimes it connects and the movies wont play, and the conversion takes a long time.but, overall, for a serious gamer, the 360 is great.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

xbox 360

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: veveren
from Sac,CA
on 11/10/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Functionality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: media center, game demos, xbox live.
What's not so great: media center sometimes doesnt connect
overall me and my boyfriend love the 360. xbox live is great, and we also use the media center to watch movies we have on our computer in our room. sometimes the media center has problems connecting with the computer but overall the gaming system is good. graphics are also great. and its not that expensive for all the features you get.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Microsoft Xbox 360 Console System (20GB)

Greatest Time Waster of All Time

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: GrandRani
from GrandRani
on 11/08/2008
Value for Price
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Functionality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Graphics
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Wonderful Graphics
What's not so great: It does heat up
This is really the greatest gaming experience I've had. It has more games and better games, in my opinion, that Playstation or Wii., even before connecting it for online gaming.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
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