Based on 48 interviews and years of research, Game of X v.1 Xbox - Focal Pressfrom Game of X v.1 Xbox - Focal Presstells the many stories of Microsoft's unlikely entry into the game console business. In addition to the personal insights of the key players in the story, Game of X includes many previously unreleased documents that show what was going on behind the scenes. This is the story of Xbox and Xbox Live.

Author: Rusel DeMaria    Paperback, 258 Pages    38 Black & White Illustrations    Publisher: Routledge Taylor & Francis

• Based on 48 interviews and years of research, Game of X v.1: Xbox tells the many stories of Microsoft’s unlikely entry into the game console business.
• In addition to the personal insights of the key players in the story, Game of X includes many previously unreleased documents that show what was going on behind the scenes.

Part I: Betting Billions

• Back to "Normal"
• "It Could Never Happen Here"
• Other Microsoft Initiatives
• The Executive Retreat: March 1999
• A Real Danger Emerges
• "Bill Meetings"
• Under New Management
• Changing Vision
• Or We Could Just Buy Someone?
• "Hail Mary"
• The St. Valentine's Day Massacre
• Incenceivable
• The GDC Reveal
• It's a Go! Now What?
• Xbox ATG
• The Xbox OS
• Early Reveal
• Launch Titles
• Third-Party Titles
• Marketing Xbox
• Hardware--A Rocky Finish
• Pre-Launch
• Midnight Madness
• Xbox--the First Year

Part II: Xbox Gets Connected

• Early Live Visions
• Developing Xbox Live
• Completing Xbox Live
• Promoting Xbox Live
• Xbox Live Beta
• Xbox Live Launch

Author's Postscript.

Rusel DeMaria is the author or coauthor of more than sixty books, most of them in the gaming field, including Myst: The Official Strategy Guide, which sold more than 1.2 million copies, as well as one of the most comprehensive histories of the industry, High Score! The Illustrated History of Electronic Games. He founded and served as creative director for the most successful strategy guide publishing imprint in the industry and is a former senior editor and columnist for several national video game magazines.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this press be used to mount digital prints and what kind of sealant paper is used to mount them?

A: This press can be used to dry mount digital prints with the help of the D&K Fusion 4000 Dry Mounting Tissue - 24 x 30 yd. B&H # DKFS40002430 .

Q: 2. What is difference between this one (WD 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive) and WD 5TB Elements Portable USB 3.0? Thanks!

A: There is very little difference between the two drives performance wise, they are both 5400 RPM HDDs.

Q: 3. Can I charge this controller via USB cable?

A: Yes.

Q: 4. Can I use foam board with the dry mounting press?

A: It looks as though you can mount onto foam core--although we do not do so here. I would keep the temperature on the low side to not melt the foam core-no higher than 185-190? and maybe adjust the pressure if needed. I found the manual online that speaks a little bit to foam core use (but I can't place the link here)And there is a type of foam core that has the adhesive already on it (but I can't place that link here either...): it's called Speed Mount by Bainbridge.It looks like many people have success with foam core--hope this helps!

Q: 5. Can I buy a replacement thermostat for the 210 press?

A: Here is the replacement thermostat for the 210M: https://bhpho.to/3wVPqNR

Q: 6. Can I use this with Android phone?

A: While it is compatible with many Bluetooth-enabled devices, this Xbox wireless controller has not been tested with all Android phones. We recommend contacting the manufacturer of the phone to ask about compatibility.

Q: 7. will it work with Xbox One S?

A: Absolutely. Works great. I got two. Wouldn't hurt to get a two batteries plus charger as well, along with a good headset and you'll be set. Several to choose from.

Q: 8. What is the video latency when using for 1080p60 video?

A: According to the manufacturer, the Elgato Game Capture 4K X uses ultralow latency technology for high resolution passthrough. The latency on a 1080p 60fps passthrough should be zero.

Q: 9. It's says only the limited warranty and the protective cover is in the box. Does the actual ssd device come in it?

A: Yes, the Seagate 512GB Storage Expansion Card for the Xbox Series X/S includes the Seagate 512GB Storage Expansion Card for the Xbox Series X/S.

Q: 10. Is the grip rubber?

A: Yes - the grip is a textured rubber composite material.