Power On: The Story of Xbox

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

2021
Ended
Documentary
1 season
8.6/10

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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Latest: Miniseries · 2021

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E1. Chapter One: The Renegades
Dec 13, 2021 · 42m
A small team of upstarts sets out to convince Microsoft that it's time to enter the console business.
E2. Chapter Two: The Valentine's Day Massacre
Dec 13, 2021 · 40m
The battle to own the living room is on–but not without significant cost and risk.
E3. Chapter Three: And It Didn't Turn On
Dec 13, 2021 · 42m
Public doubt intensifies as issues threaten to spoil the 2001 launch for Xbox.
E4. Chapter Four: Cool…Now What?
Dec 13, 2021 · 37m
A console is only as good as its games… and Xbox needs a gamechanger to survive. Enter Halo.
E5. Chapter Five: Red Ring of Death
Dec 13, 2021 · 43m
The demand for Xbox 360 is at fever pitch, but a critical malfunction threatens its success.
E6. Chapter Six: TV…Or Not TV
Dec 13, 2021 · 41m
Xbox loses its way. Can a former intern get the team back on track?