The Xbox 360 Arcade, in its earliest configuration, is 16 years and 27 days old as of November 19, 2023.
The Age of Xbox 360 Arcade
The Xbox 360 Arcade was introduced as an entry-level console, replacing the Xbox 360 Core model. Its exact launch date varies slightly depending on the specific configuration of the console.
Key Release Dates
Microsoft released different versions of the Xbox 360 Arcade, primarily distinguished by their included storage solutions. Here's a breakdown of their first availability dates:
| Model | Storage | First Available (WW) |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 Arcade | 256 MB memory unit | October 23, 2007 |
| Xbox 360 Arcade | 256 MB onboard storage | December 2008 |
The earliest configuration to bear the "Xbox 360 Arcade" name was the one bundled with a 256 MB memory unit, which was first available worldwide on October 23, 2007. A later revision, which integrated 256 MB of storage directly onto the console's motherboard, arrived in December 2008.
Calculating Its Age
Based on the initial worldwide release date of October 23, 2007, for the Xbox 360 Arcade model that included a 256 MB memory unit:
- From October 23, 2007, to October 23, 2023, is exactly 16 years.
- From October 23, 2023, to November 19, 2023 (today's date), is 27 days.
Therefore, the Xbox 360 Arcade is 16 years and 27 days old.
