Power On: The Story of Xbox

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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.

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Production

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Official Trailer

Seasons

6 Episodes • Premiered 2021

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1. Chapter One: The Renegades

A small team of upstarts sets out to convince Microsoft that it's time to enter the console business.

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2. Chapter Two: The Valentine's Day Massacre

The battle to own the living room is on–but not without significant cost and risk.

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

Public doubt intensifies as issues threaten to spoil the 2001 launch for Xbox.

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4. Chapter Four: Cool…Now What?

A console is only as good as its games… and Xbox needs a gamechanger to survive. Enter Halo.

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5. Chapter Five: Red Ring of Death

The demand for Xbox 360 is at fever pitch, but a critical malfunction threatens its success.

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6. Chapter Six: TV…Or Not TV

Xbox loses its way. Can a former intern get the team back on track?

Cast

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Laura Bailey

Narrator (voice)

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