Power On: The Story of Xbox
“Four gamers. One idea. And a billion dollar bet.”
Xbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of the people behind the box, glitches and all.
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Seasons
1.Chapter One: The Renegades
13-12-202142mA small team of upstarts sets out to convince Microsoft that it's time to enter the console business.
2.Chapter Two: The Valentine's Day Massacre
13-12-202140mThe battle to own the living room is on–but not without significant cost and risk.
3.Chapter Three: And It Didn't Turn On
13-12-202142mPublic doubt intensifies as issues threaten to spoil the 2001 launch for Xbox.
4.Chapter Four: Cool…Now What?
13-12-202137mA console is only as good as its games… and Xbox needs a gamechanger to survive. Enter Halo.
5.Chapter Five: Red Ring of Death
13-12-202143mThe demand for Xbox 360 is at fever pitch, but a critical malfunction threatens its success.
6.Chapter Six: TV…Or Not TV
13-12-202141mXbox loses its way. Can a former intern get the team back on track?
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