Power On: The Story of Xbox
tv show
6 total episodes
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1 seasons
Four gamers. One idea. And a billion dollar bet.
First Aired December 13, 2021
Genres:
Overview
Xbox almost didn't happen. Find out why in this behind-the-scenes, six-part series that takes you back to the scrappy beginnings of Microsoft's video game console. It's the untold story of the people behind the box, glitches and all.
Chapter Five: Red Ring of Death
Season 1 - Episode 5 - 1h 43m
Air Date
December 13, 2021
Overview
The demand for Xbox 360 is at fever pitch, but a critical malfunction threatens its success.
Guest Stars
Bill Gates
as
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
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Guy Welch
as
Self - Marketing: Xbox, 2007-Present
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Alison Stroll
as
Self - Microsoft Game Studios, 2000-2008
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Albert Penello
as
Self - Marketing: Xbox, 2000-2018
Geoff Keighley
as
Self - Video Game Journalist and TV Host
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Jack Tretton
as
Self - CEO: Sony Computer Entertainment America, 2006-2014
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N'Gai Croal
as
Self - Senior Writer: Newsweek, 1995-2009
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Tom Russo
as
Self - Video Game Journalist, 1995-2011
Kevin Pereira
as
Self - Host: Attack of the Show!, 2005-2013
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Steve Ballmer
as
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
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Dan Duncalf
as
Self - CEO: Pipeworks Software, 1995-2005
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Mike Mika
as
Self - Studio Head: Backbone Entertainment, 2000-2008