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Power On: The Story of Xbox

"Four gamers. One idea. And a billion dollar bet."

2021-12-13 Documentary TV-14

Xbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of the people behind the box, glitches and all.

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Xbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of the people behind the box, glitches and all.

  • First Aired
    2021-12-13
  • Last Aired
    2021-12-13
  • Creator
  • Genre
    Documentary
  • Seasons
    1
  • Episodes
    6
  • Status
    Ended
  • Language
    English
  • Network
    YouTube, IMDb TV, The Roku Channel
Keywords:
miniseries video game development video games

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  • Season 1
Chapter One: The Renegades

1. Chapter One: The Renegades

A small team of upstarts sets out to convince Microsoft that it's time to enter the console business.
A small team of upstarts sets out to convince Microsoft that it's time to enter the console business.Less
42mins 2021-12-13
Chapter Two: The Valentine's Day Massacre

2. Chapter Two: The Valentine's Day Massacre

The battle to own the living room is on–but not without significant cost and risk.
The battle to own the living room is on–but not without significant cost and risk.Less
40mins 2021-12-13
Chapter Three: And It Didn't Turn On

3. Chapter Three: And It Didn't Turn On

Public doubt intensifies as issues threaten to spoil the 2001 launch for Xbox.
Public doubt intensifies as issues threaten to spoil the 2001 launch for Xbox.Less
42mins 2021-12-13
Chapter Four: Cool…Now What?

4. Chapter Four: Cool…Now What?

A console is only as good as its games… and Xbox needs a gamechanger to survive. Enter Halo.
A console is only as good as its games… and Xbox needs a gamechanger to survive. Enter Halo.Less
37mins 2021-12-13
Chapter Five: Red Ring of Death

5. Chapter Five: Red Ring of Death

The demand for Xbox 360 is at fever pitch, but a critical malfunction threatens its success.
The demand for Xbox 360 is at fever pitch, but a critical malfunction threatens its success.Less
43mins 2021-12-13
Chapter Six: TV…Or Not TV

6. Chapter Six: TV…Or Not TV

Xbox loses its way. Can a former intern get the team back on track?
Xbox loses its way. Can a former intern get the team back on track?Less
41mins 2021-12-13

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