Coming out in October, I am captivated by this meticulously crafted replica set of Xbox 360 with 1,342 pieces

08.09.2023

Cameron Faulkner
(he/him) is Polygon’s business editor. He started covering technology and also video gaming in 2013, and also moved from The Verge in 2023.

Most build-it-yourself reproductions don’t intrigue me, yet it’s an additional tale when one makes me bear in mind the splendor days of getting Halo 3 on launch day and also competing house to play it. Mega’s 3:4 scale replica of the Xbox 360 that I saw by means of Wario64’s X (previously Twitter) post has very classic powers over me, and also it appears like an enjoyable job for any individual that has a fondness for Microsoft’s finest console.

This set consists of 1,342 items that integrate as a the white Xbox 360 console, a white cordless controller, and also a reproduction duplicate of Halo 3. While it isn’t a working console, Mega operated in some caring information, like functioning lights (regarding I understand, they aren’t red), a fake removeable hard disk drive (Remember those points? Microsoft billed $100 for 20 GB, if I remember properly!), and also a disc drive. Apparently, placing in the consisted of Halo 3 disc will certainly “activate the motherboard.” I’d be stunned if there’s reproduction equipment within this point, yet the uncertainty is eliminating me.

Mega is targeting ages 18 and also up for this collection, as it gives a fulfilling, tough structure experience. The Xbox 360 reproduction set is offered for pre-order currently via Target for $149.99, and also it’ll release on Oct. 8.