Xbox Celebrates 20 Years of Gaming Joy by Making the Halo Infinite Multiplayer Beta Available for Everyone

Today marks 20 years since the launch of Xbox. HaloIt will be a day of celebrations for gamers, game developers, and creators all over the world. The Xbox community has been a source of inspiration and joy for gamers over the last 20 years. It also fosters social connections and strengthens relationships between families and friends. We’ve been together through a lot – four generations of Xbox consoles, countless events and game launches, iconic cultural moments like the Xbox Series X Mini Fridge and recent partnerships with Adidas, M.A.C. You can also find cosmetics.

As we embark on epic back-to-back blockbuster game launches in Xbox Game Pass – with current AAA game launches of Age of Empires IV, Forza Horizon 5Please see the following: Halo Infinite in December – the future has never been more exciting or limitless. There’s also never been a better time to be a first-person shooter fan. Battlefield(TM) will launch everywhere in November 19th, but early access allows you to play All-Out Warfare with Conquest and Breakthrough. You can also play alongside your friends in the new squad-based Hazard Zone and the community-driven Battlefield Portal where you can make unexpected experiences. Battlefield 3, Bad Company 2Please see the following: Battlefield 1942. EA Play, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Members can avail the free trial. We also today announced Halo InfiniteMultiplayer beta, which can be read about further below.

Our players are at the heart of everything we do and we couldn’t be more thankful for your incredible support. The last 20 years have been an amazing ride and we’re already hard at work on the road ahead. We can’t wait to share the next 20 years with you! 

You can now download the Halo infinite multiplayer beta

343 Industries has launched the free to-play Xbox Game Console as a token of appreciation for the Xbox Community’s 20-year-old support. Halo InfiniteS, Xbox One, and Windows PC players.|S, Xbox One and Windows PC. You can also access it via Xbox Cloud Gaming, which will be launched later in the day. Season 1 Content includes all the maps, core modes and Academy features. Players have the ability to enjoy this content and their progress will carry over into full. Halo InfiniteLaunched December 8. You can find more information about the Halo InfiniteHalo Waypoint has Multiplayer Beta.

On December 13, power on: Xbox Story Review

We invite you to explore the behind-the scenes of Xbox. This is the December edition. It was told by those who lived it. Xbox Live: Xbox Power OnThis documentary shows you the beginnings of Xbox, a hobby project of a few gamers at Microsoft. It continues through the generations and shares never seen before details about some of Xbox’s biggest challenges like the dreaded Red Ring of Death. The six episodes are available worldwide starting on December 13, via a range of video platforms, including YouTube, IMDb TV and Redbox. For more details, see here.

Xbox 20th Anniversary Celebration with Over 70 New Backward Compatible Games

Backward compatibility has allowed fans from all over the world to access thousands of old games that span our 20 year history. S.|S. FPS Boost has been enabled for 11 new titles and 26 other titles. In addition, we’re bringing FPS Boost to Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) for select titles when played from the cloud. You can find more information in the Xbox Wire article.

Win One of Over 1,000 Prizes Thanks to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Netflix’s “Red Notice”

During the show, we announced that we’ve teamed up with Netflix’s “Red Notice” and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson unveiled Xbox Vault – an immersive online experience inspired by “Red Notice” and filled with legendary Xbox artifacts, giving fans a chance to win one of over 1,000 limited-edition prizes. 

The full Xbox Wire article contains more information. You can visit www.XboxVault.com and experience the Xbox Vault yourself.

You can find even more 20^ThAn Evening of Fun

You can relive your childhood and enjoy the excitement of the 20th anniversary celebration with more opportunities to share your love with the Xbox community.

We’re giving away a game room makeover that comes with an artistic display of two decades worth of Xbox’s legacy, and only Xbox FanFest fans have a chance to win. Register or log in at www.xbox.com/fanfest, and you can opt-in to the 20^ThYou have a chance to win the Anniversary Xbox FanFest Sweepstakes. You can enter the sweepstakes starting at 10:00 AM PT on November 15th, 2021 until 11:59 PM PT December 21st, 2021.  No Purchase Necessary. This offer is only available to legally resident of an Xbox Live Supported Country (18+). Refer to Official Rules for more details.

Enjoy the 20th anniversary celebration with this collection of Xbox and Halo Gear! Check out a variety of items – from tees to hoodies to ornaments and more, at The Xbox Gear Shop. We’re also celebrating with some digital goodies that fans can equip to show their love for Xbox, including a free 20^thAnniversary Avatar T-shirt (order it here! S.|S starting November 16.

For those fans who want to hear more about the earlier days of Xbox and the innovation that Xbox has fostered within gaming, we’re also excited to announce Xbox Pioneers: Creativity and Innovation –Past, Present & Future. This discussion will be moderated by former Nintendo USA President and COO Reggie Fils-Aime, and feature Xbox visionaries Robbie Bach, Ed Fries, Peter Moore, and Bonnie Ross. You’ll be able to tune in to the Xbox Pioneers Panel on November 22 at 10:00 a.m. PT on Microsoft Alumni Network’s YouTube channel and the official Xbox Twitch channel.

We will be streaming a 24 hour gaming stream on Tuesday, November 30th to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Giving Tuesday.^Th Anniversary and raise funds through Extra Life, a program of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. To commemorate the anniversary, we will be playing 20 years worth of nostalgic games as well as newer and more exciting titles. The streaming event kicks off at 10:00 a.m. PT on XboxOn – Twitch and will include popular Xbox personalities, celebrities, unforgettable gameplay, and epic prizes.

A 128-team Halo Infinite online tournament will take place via Smash.gg, and broadcast live on Twitch.tv/Xbox. This competition runs Saturday, December 11, and Sunday, Dec 12, with a grand prize that includes an all-expenses paid trip to the 1^{It is possible to}HCS (Halo competitive) live event in Raleigh North Carolina. Register for the event today at 12:01 PT via Smash.gg/Xbox.

Thank you to everyone who’s played a role in our Xbox journey over the last 20 years. We’re excited about the future and are looking forward to writing the story of gaming in the years ahead.