Many folks look back on the Xbox One era and label it a “failure” because of its rocky start. However, that’s not how we see it! Sure, the launch wasn’t smooth sailing, but it eventually gave us an array of fantastic games from both first and third-party developers. Plus, it introduced us to the sleek Xbox One S and the powerhouse that is the Xbox One X.
And let’s talk features! The Xbox One experience was like night and day from its beginning to its end. Xbox rolled out innovations like Game Pass and backwards compatibility during its lifecycle. When it first hit the shelves, playing older generation games was off the table, but now? You can dive into over 700 classic Xbox titles on the Xbox One, not to mention a slew of Series X/S games thanks to the marvel that is Cloud Gaming!
We’re not delving into a history lesson here – we covered that angle last year when we looked at the “biggest turnaround in Xbox history.” Instead, we’re celebrating the highlights of an era that often gets a bad rap. Here at Pure Xbox, we have a special place in our hearts for the Xbox One generation as it blessed us with unforgettable moments.
### Community Poll: Xbox One Usage in 2024
We’d love to hear from you! Are you still firing up your Xbox One in 2024? Here are the poll results:
– Yes, it’s still my main console!
– (11% – 20 votes)
– Yes, I use it alongside the Series X|S
– (14% – 27 votes)
– Not really… maybe on a few rare occasions
– (6% – 12 votes)
– No, I switched to a Series X|S or PS5
– (46% – 86 votes)
– No, I lost interest
– (7% – 13 votes)
– I never owned an Xbox One
– (15% – 29 votes)
– Other
– (0.5% – 1 vote)
### Share Your Memories
What are your favorite memories from the Xbox One days? Jump into the comments and let’s reminisce together!
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Fraser Gilbert, our News Editor over at Pure Xbox, spends his days keeping you updated with the latest and greatest from the world of Xbox and beyond.
