Article: Xbox 360 Turns Heads; But Is This Expensive Game System Worth the Price?

Yesterday the hottest new thing in gaming went on sale: Microsoft's Xbox 360. Gamers have been waiting for months for the cool new version of the Xbox to hit stores. The game console, with its curved edges and round buttons, sure looks slick. But the real question is: Is this the must-have game system for the holiday season? Tom Ham, who reviews video games for The Washington Post, has tried out the new system and offers this review for KidsPost readers.

There's a lot to like about the new Xbox. It has a lot of power and memory, making it seem like a computer that has morphed into a game system. That extra power helps create visuals and sound more lifelike than any other game system. (For ...

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