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Xbox 360 Blades are back in time for Xbox’s 20th anniversary

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Xbox 360 Blades are back, once again gracing the Xbox website in celebration of its 20th anniversary.

You can head over to the Xbox website now to take a look and reminisce.

For those unaware — or likely too young — the Blade system was arguably the Xbox 360’s best menu system. If nothing else, it certainly was the most memorable.

While it’s a cute little touch, the “Blades” aren’t animated; rather, they’re just overlays baked into an image carousel. It’s neat nonetheless.

The original Xbox (and Halo Combat Evolved alongside it) first launched on 15 November in the USA; Aussies will help celebrate with Microsoft and Bungie on 16 November.

If you’re in the mood to continue celebrating, you might be interested in a special 20th anniversary Xbox headset or controller.


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