Microsoft Enhances Xbox 360, Promotes Xbox Series X/S

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There's a brand new update for your Xbox console — but it might not be the one you were hoping for.

If you're still using an Xbox 360, Microsoft has rolled out a fresh system update that introduces a few changes to the classic console’s dashboard interface. The most noticeable addition? A large promotional banner advertising the latest Xbox Series X/S consoles, complete with a call-to-action urging users to “upgrade today” and “experience next-gen performance.” While technically this would be next-next-gen for Xbox fans, the messaging is clear — Microsoft wants older users to move forward.

The update even includes a built-in QR code that can be scanned easily, allowing users to jump straight into the Microsoft Store and explore the latest Xbox Series X/S models — which recently saw a price increase across several markets.

This patch arrives after Microsoft officially shut down the Xbox 360 Marketplace last year, removing all related store elements from the dashboard experience. With this new refresh, the overall layout feels more streamlined and visually updated.

Still loyal to your Xbox 360? This update also brings a small but appreciated fix for the console’s main game tile display, which previously showed stretched artwork. Now, visuals appear in their intended proportions.

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The Xbox 360 originally launched on November 22, 2005, and will celebrate its 20th anniversary later this year. Although Microsoft has long since moved on to newer hardware generations, it seems the company still acknowledges the presence of active users who continue to run the aging console.

Feedback surrounding this unexpected update has been largely positive within the remaining Xbox 360 community. One user on Reddit wrote, “Finally it looks better!” Another commented, “At least it doesn’t look depressing anymore.”

A third fan shared, “I had to jump on and see if myself. It is why I love Xbox. They could have easily left us with a s***y dashboard. But they listened. They didn’t have to do it, but they did.”

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