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Microsoft’s Xbox Insider Preview rolls out new features: Xbox 360 achievements now appear in Game Hubs, Gamertags can be up to 15 characters for unique names, you can play games via Cloud Gaming during updates, and a new Add to Wishlist button in Game Hubs—initially for Alpha Skip-Ahead Insiders before wider release.
Microsoft says it is actively investigating a service-side issue that is preventing some Xbox 360 backward-compatible games from launching on Xbox Series X/S, with players seeing a 'Can’t connect to Xbox Live' error and noting the problem may affect newer consoles; there is no timeline for a fix.
GameStop playfully labels PS3, Xbox 360, and Wii U as retro and launches a Retro Trade-In Bonus offering 10% extra trade credit through March 21; stores will also accept defective non-operable consoles for trade, highlighting nostalgia marketing around these systems.
GameStop announced that the Wii U, PS3, and Xbox 360 are officially retro consoles and is running a retro trade-in bonus that adds 10% to trade credits through March 31; defective retro hardware is now accepted, with a full retro list available on GameStop's site.
An experimental fork of the Xenia Xbox 360 emulator, named XeniOS, has arrived in alpha to iPhone, iPad, and Mac, enabling early Xbox 360 gameplay through sideloading. Compatibility is limited as development continues, with guides and tests showing some playable titles and a reminder to use legally owned games.
The Xbox 360 cannot manually set its clock beyond December 31, 2025, which may cause issues for offline users when the date automatically advances to 2026, though the console can display the year 2026. It remains uncertain if Microsoft will release a patch to address this limitation.
Microsoft's stock (MSFT) has increased alongside news that Xbox 360 games are being delisted, indicating a potential shift in the company's gaming strategy or market focus.
Certain Xbox 360 games are reappearing as 'coming soon' on the Xbox Store in some regions, sparking speculation about a possible update or glitch, but no official confirmation has been provided by Microsoft.
Microsoft updated the Xbox 360 dashboard to fix a box art issue and added subtle ads promoting the newer Xbox Series X/S consoles, signaling a push for users to upgrade despite the console's long market presence.
Microsoft has released a new update for the nearly 20-year-old Xbox 360, fixing a graphical bug but also adding two ads for Xbox Series X/S consoles on the dashboard, including a QR code that links to a webpage, which many see as a desperate marketing move to promote new consoles on an aging device.
The Xbox 360 has received a new system update, primarily affecting the dashboard's appearance and displaying ads for the newer Xbox Series X|S consoles, following the closure of the Xbox 360 store in July 2024. Despite the store's shutdown, backward-compatible games remain available, and online multiplayer support continues depending on publishers. Microsoft is actively developing new consoles and gaming hardware.
Microsoft has unexpectedly rolled out a new update for the Xbox 360, bringing a refreshed dashboard that improves the home screen's appearance and fixes issues with game thumbnails, despite the store being shut down nearly a year ago.
Microsoft has begun rolling out a significant update to the Xbox 360 dashboard, featuring improved layout and advertising, as part of celebrating the console's 20th anniversary in 2025. The update is currently limited to some users but is expected to expand, enhancing the user experience on the aging console.
Microsoft has released the final sales list for the Xbox 360 store ahead of its closure on July 29, 2024. No new discounts were added, and some titles were removed due to previous listing errors. Most games on the list are not backwards compatible with modern consoles, so buyers should be cautious.
Microsoft has issued its final price update for Xbox 360 digital games before the marketplace shuts down on July 29, offering significant discounts on classic titles. Gamers can grab 10 standout games for just $15, including "Black," "Red Faction: Guerrilla," and "Dishonored." Additionally, Microsoft has released a free dynamic background for Xbox Series X/S to commemorate the Xbox 360.