Microsoft dangles carrots to boost Xbox 360 console sales

Philip Wong | Jul 27, 2009

(Credit: Microsoft)

To encourage Singapore gamers to hop onto the Xbox 360 bandwagon, Microsoft is bundling for free the Halo 3 (Platinum Hit) game together with its S$499 (US$359.28) 60GB Pro console. In Hong Kong, Taiwan and Korea, the Redmond software giant is offering a different promotion that comes with its Play and Charge Kit. This accessory comprises a USB charging cable and NiMH rechargeable battery valued at S$33 (US$23.76) compared with S$39.90 (US$28.73) for the Halo.

If you're willing to wait just a little longer, the competition is going to heat up pretty soon with the rumored slim PlayStation 3 looming on the horizon. We're not expecting a fire sale from Sony, but there's a pretty good chance the "fat" PS3 may be priced lower to make way for the new model.

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