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Review summary: One of the secret pleasures of having a decent home cinema system is running games through it. Hook up a PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube or Xbox - or in my case, all three - and you can enjoy a spectacular audiovisual experience.

Pros: Fantastic graphics

Cons: Only prog scan

Verdict: Those readers who have been sitting around counting the days before the shutters go up on our high-definition TV future can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The Xbox 360 represents the first part of a radical shift from standard to highdefinition ...

Review summary: Blurring the lines between computing and console gaming more than ever, the Xbox 360 is far more than a games machine. Some may cynically observe that it's a device that's allowed Microsoft to bring all manner ...

Verdict: A by-turns fascinating, frustrating, powerful, cynical, astonishing games console. In many ways, it's got Microsoft written all over it.

Review summary: It was way back in November 2001 that Microsoft put its money where its mouth was and launched the big black Xbox into the world. Spin on four years and the firm is gearing up for round two with the Xbox 360.

Verdict: It's hard not to be impressed by the Xbox 360. With its high-def output, beautiful wireless controllers and amazing graphical prowess, it's a gamer's dream. Take into account all the additional functionality (Media Center Extender, Xbox Live Arcade, ...

Review summary: Microsoft Xbox 360The most powerful and versatile games console to date

Pros: HD-ready ; incredible graphics ; MCE features

Cons: No built-in wireless ; no DVI or HDMI

Verdict: Fantastic gaming machine, but you need a lot of supporting hardware to get the most out of it

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Review summary: - Does the games console that promises the next evolution in gaming match up to the hype or should you wait another 6 months for the PlayStation 3? One week before the launch in the UK, we find out.

Pros: Graphics, wireless controller, digital hub capabilities

Cons: Tad on the large side, huge power pack. Budget version won't give you what you need to really enjoy this

Verdict: If you are in any doubt as to whether or not you should you try and bribe and beg to have one under the tree for this Christmas the answer is most definitely