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Xbox One X is launched

Xbox One X is launched

Billed as the world’s most powerful console, the Xbox One X marked Microsoft’s entry into 4K gaming and was launched with celebrations worldwide.

Designed to provide a more realistic and immersive experience, the device, which broke records in pre-order sales, was 40 percent more powerful than any other console and offered faster load times and superior clarity.

A growing number of developers are releasing “enhanced” Xbox games Xbox games that take advantage of the new console’s advances to deliver better textures, audio and visuals.