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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.
Microsoft has released a new Xbox 360 Blade dynamic background for Xbox Series S/X consoles, tapping into nostalgia for the classic UI. However, fans are disappointed as it is not a fully functional UI but rather static images with occasional ripples. This comes as the Xbox 360 digital marketplace is set to shut down on July 29, giving fans limited time to purchase retro titles.
Microsoft's final non-backwards compatible Xbox 360 sale has gone live with no new game discounts, disappointing fans hoping to expand their digital libraries before the store closure.
Microsoft has released a new Xbox 360 Blades dynamic background for Series X/S consoles, bringing back the nostalgic tabbed interface from the 2005 Xbox 360 dashboard. This release coincides with the final wave of price reductions on digital Xbox 360 games before the console's online marketplace closes on July 29, 2024. Users can still redownload previous purchases, but around 220 games will become unavailable for new purchases.
As the Xbox 360 digital store prepares to shut down on July 26, Microsoft has introduced a dynamic background modeled after the console's original "Blades" interface, allowing nostalgic fans to relive the early days of the Xbox 360.
Capcom is promoting significant discounts on various Xbox 360 titles, including Resident Evil and Devil May Cry, ahead of the Xbox 360 store's closure on July 29th. While updated versions of some games will remain available on modern consoles, this is the last chance to purchase these classics in digital form for the Xbox 360.