Xbox 360 to launch on March 2 in Asia

Reuben Lee | Dec 05, 2005

The launch date for Asia is finally confirmed. Microsoft has announced that it will be launching the Xbox 360 in selected Asian countries on March 2 next year. An estimated 15 software titles will be available during launch, including the much-awaited Project Gotham Racing 3, Project Dark Zero and Kameo. The full range of optional accessories, from a 20GB hard drive and headset to wireless controller and networking adapter, will also be unveiled.

While prices will be released only in January 2006, a Samsung spokesperson has revealed that there will be sets of Xbox 360 bundled with a Samsung High-Def TV during launch. Only 360 sets of this special bundle will be available.