Most people buy a video game console in order to play a particular game or games. The launch of Halo 3 at midnight tonight, makes me think it's about time to buy an Xbox 360.
From a Microsoft press release -
More than 10,000 retailers are planning events and opening their doors at midnight to celebrate this third installment in the billion-dollar franchise. In New York, Seattle, Miami and Los Angeles, Microsoft and retail partners are hosting marquee launch events that will feature contests and appearances by local celebrities and celebrities and professional athletes who are fanatical about the “Halo” franchise.
The marquee launch events will be held at the following stores:
- Seattle area: Best Buy, 457 120th Ave NE, Bellevue
- New York City: Best Buy, 529 5th Ave, New York, NY
- Los Angeles: Gamestop, 1000 Universal Studios Blvd, Universal City
- Miami: Circuit City, 8575 Northwest 13th Terrace, Miami
More information on launch events at Halo 3 Launch Week
Current prices of the Xbox console at Xbox.com | Xbox News
Speaking of games that might make a person want a particular game system - I heard on NPR this morning that Nintendo's Wii will have a Star Wars dual light saber game out this spring.
More at Gamasutra - Wii Gets Lightsaber Action With The Force Unleashed
