Xbox & Kinect News: The Future of Gaming and Entertainment

Find the latest news about Xbox 360, Kinect for Xbox 360, and Xbox LIVE through our collection of videos, articles, top stories in the press and more.

‘Kinect Star Wars’ No. 1 Game Title in US
‘Kinect Star Wars’ No. 1 Game Title in US
May 10, 2012
NPD numbers for April also show Xbox 360 logging 16th consecutive month as top-selling console.
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Xbox LIVE Partners With ESPN, GameSpot, Last.fm, Manga Entertainment and MUZU.TV to Expand TV-Like Advertising on Xbox LIVE

April 24, 2012

Companies join existing advertising partners AlloCine, Crackle, Halo Waypoint, MSNBC, TMZ, “TODAY” and UFC, among others.

Master Chief Returns With Worldwide Launch of 'Halo 4' Beginning Nov. 6

April 17, 2012

Marking the return of gaming’s most iconic hero, the first chapter of a brand new “Halo” saga is the year’s most anticipated video game release.

Microsoft, City of Los Angeles Announce Program That Increases Activity and Well-Being of Seniors

April 4, 2012

Microsoft and its partners plan to expand to a total of 16 senior centers in Los Angeles.

Exergamers Wellness Club Uses Kinect and HealthVault to Enhance Seniors’ Well-being

April 4, 2012

Seniors in Los Angeles experience improved fitness and increased happiness as a result of an innovative public-private partnership that uses interactive gaming and health-monitoring tools from Microsoft.

‘Kinect Star Wars:’ A Tour de Force by Fans, for Fans

April 3, 2012

Meet the Force-sensitive fans who helped bring the Star Wars universe to life in “Kinect Star Wars,” the ultimate Jedi experience for Padawans of all ages.

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Free Xbox 360 With PC Purchase for Students
Free Xbox 360 With PC Purchase for Students
May 20
Great deal gives students in U.S. and Canada top-notch hardware for work and play.
Master Chief Returns Nov. 6
Master Chief Returns Nov. 6
April 17
Countdown begins for the worldwide launch of "Halo 4."
Seniors Stay Fit With Kinect, HealthVault
Seniors Stay Fit With Kinect, HealthVault
April 4
Los Angeles seniors happier and more fit thanks to exercise games and health-monitoring tools.
TV Takes Off on Xbox
TV Takes Off on Xbox
March 27
Three entertainment apps with Kinect integration now available – Comcast XFINITY TV, HBO GO and MLB.TV.
Kinect Gets High Marks in the Classroom
Kinect Gets High Marks in the Classroom
March 6
Teachers around the world finding unique ways to employ the controller-free device in engaging students to learn.
Kinect for Windows Is Here
Kinect for Windows Is Here
Feb. 1
Kinect for Windows hardware and software package now available for businesses.
Say Hello to a ‘Game Changing’ Xbox Experience
Say Hello to a ‘Game Changing’ Xbox Experience
Dec. 6
Inside look at update introducing voice control, integrated Bing search, and new TV experiences.
Xbox at 10: A Huge First Decade
Xbox at 10: A Huge First Decade
Nov. 15
See a selection of highlights as Xbox has grown into a global gaming phenomenon.
Xbox 360 Closes Biggest Sales Week in Xbox History
Xbox 360 Closes Biggest Sales Week in Xbox History
Nov. 29
More than 960,000 consoles sold in the U.S. during the week of Black Friday.
'Dance Central 2' and 'Kinect Sports: Season Two' Now Available
'Dance Central 2' and 'Kinect Sports: Season Two' Now Available
Oct. 25
New versions of hit products for Kinect for Xbox 360.
Making Learning More Fun With Kinect
Making Learning More Fun With Kinect
Oct. 18
Microsoft introduces "playful learning" initiative to deliver enriching and entertaining content.
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