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Power On: The Story of Xbox Season 1 Episodes

  • 2021-2021
  • 1 Season
  • YouTube
  • Documentary
  • TV-14
  • Watchlist
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Xbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of the people behind the box, glitches and all.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

6 Episodes 2021 - 2021

Episode 1

The Renegades

Mon, Dec 13, 2021

A small team of upstarts sets out to convince Microsoft that it's time to enter the console business.

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Episode 2

The Valentine's Day Massacre

Mon, Dec 13, 2021

The battle to own the living room is on-but not without significant cost and risk.

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Episode 3

And it Didn't Turn On

Mon, Dec 13, 2021

Public doubt intensifies as issues threaten to spoil the 2001 launch for Xbox.

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Episode 4

Cool... Now What?

Mon, Dec 13, 2021

A console is only as good as its games - and Xbox needs a game changer to survive. Enter Halo.

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Episode 5

Red Ring of Death

Mon, Dec 13, 2021

The demand for Xbox 360 is at fever pitch, but a critical malfunction threatens its success.

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Episode 6

TV... Or Not TV

Mon, Dec 13, 2021

Xbox loses its way. Can a former intern get the team back on track?

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