Xbox celebrates Sonic the Hedgehog 2 with limited time only custom console and controllers

Leading up to the premiere of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (April 8), Xbox has unveiled a limited time "bristly" controller and fans have a chance to win their very own custom Xbox Series S and one-of-its-kind limited edition wireless Xbox Controllers. 

The custom Xbox Series S features the iconic golden ring from the franchise and its iconic characters embossed on its surface, but the real surprise are the custom Xbox Wireless Controllers. With blue and red textured coatings inspired by their namesakes, the Sonic Blue and Knuckles Red custom Xbox Wireless Controllers feature an outer shell reminiscent of “bristly” coat of hedgehogs.

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Microsoft launches new docuseries 'Power On: The Story of Xbox'

If you're looking for your next binge watch, Microsoft has dropped an interesting six-part docuseries, Power On: The Story of Xbox, giving fans old and new a look at the fascinating 20-year history of Xbox. The behind-the-scenes story is told by those who have been through it all starting from day one.

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Exploring the world of Halo Infinite

As parents of teens, we know that gaming is one of the most popular pastimes. In our home, we instilled a "no play until homework is done" policy when the kids were very young. Luckily, that has stuck. As a gamer myself, I know how quickly time can pass once you get emerged into the play. That goes for any game. Even to this day I play about a half an hour of games on my devices right at bedtime. Somehow, I manage to sleep very well. I know, I know, it's not suppose to work like that. But maybe it's the type of games you play?  It's a way to wind down the day and clear my mind, maybe?

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Xbox Game Studios take home 5 awards at The Game Awards

Last night at The Game Awards celebrated creative and technical excellence in the gaming industry. Hosted by Geoff Keighley and featuring guest presenters like Simu Liu, Giancarlo Esposito, Ming-Na Wen, Reggie Fils-Aime, Keanu Reeves, Carrie Ann Moss, and many others, the show was a celebration of all things gaming.

Xbox was nominated across nine categories and took home the following...

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