Microsoft's Xbox price cuts are welcome, but make sure you do the math

September 9, 2008 By Victor Godinez An Xbox 360

This week's price cuts on the Xbox 360 console are a smart move by Microsoft. Overdue, but smart.

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Hercules - Sep 09, 2008
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I don't agree that you're better of getting the Arcade and a 20-gi hard drive. You're only saving $10 as compared to the Pro model which has wireless controller and a 60-gig hard drive. If you were to buy the arcade and a 20 gig drive because it's cheaper you're obviously stupid and are probably shopping at Gamestop.
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Keys1337 - Sep 10, 2008
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I'm not positive, but I think the arcade comes with a wireless controller now. But yeah for an article helping to "do the math" the conclusion seems irrational.
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cappie - Oct 04, 2008
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I had a 360 with a ton of games for over a year.. I'm glad I sold the soul-less piece of S*** and bought myself a PS3.. Sony is able to give me so much more value for my money.
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