If hardware launches are likened to opening up presents by consumers,
debugging kits are analogous for journalists. Given to publications for the
purpose of previewing and reviewing preproduction copies of games, debugging
kits are essentially slightly modified versions of finished consoles. Microsoft
dropped off our Xbox debugging kit today, and we thought you'd enjoy a quick
look.
Unlike the PlayStation2 debugging kit which is almost physically identical to
its retail counterpart, the Xbox debugging kit is noticeably different. The
system casing is semitransparent and green tinted, and comes packaged in a green
box. The controller and memory card however are essentially the same as their
retail counterparts. Below are a batch of pictures including several size
comparisons with the GameCube and PlayStation 2. For reference, the Xbox (in its
sleek black casing) will hit retail shelves on November 15th in America, do
yourself a favor and reserve one now.
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