Microsoft to finally launch Xbox 360 in the Middle East
In and effort to further widen its Xbox 360 user base, Microsoft just announced that it will be finally launching the console in the Middle East. The first country in that area to get it will be the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and this will be on April 26. Next will be Saudi Arabia, to be followed by other countries in the region.
Furthermore, Microsoft has authorized Dubai-based Pluto Derinton Games to officially distribute the console and related products, including video game titles, in the UAE. The estimated retail price of the console is 1,799 UAE Dirhams, which is roughly about US$ 490. Microsoft Middle East Head of Entertainment and Devices Division Armagan Demir commented,
The official launch in the UAE will signify that gamers in the Middle East will not only have easy access to high-definition graphics, unparalleled online play and gripping digital entertainment features of the Xbox 360 but also the technical support, events, community and access to over 160 games that are available to gamers abroad.
Demir also added that the whole of Middle East will have access to the console within seven months. Despite these great developments, Xbox Live will not be available for them at the moment. Also, those who want to have WiFi access can just buy external accessory.
Late last year, Microsoft also launched the console in Brazil and India, and promised to consider the rest of the developing countries next.
Via Gulf News
In and effort to further widen its Xbox 360 user base, Microsoft just announced that it will be finally launching the console in the Middle East. The first country in that area to get it will be the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and this will be on April 26. Next will be Saudi Arabia, to be followed by other countries in the region.
Furthermore, Microsoft has authorized Dubai-based Pluto Derinton Games to officially distribute the console and related products, including video game titles, in the UAE. The estimated retail price of the console is 1,799 UAE Dirhams, which is roughly about US$ 490. Microsoft Middle East Head of Entertainment and Devices Division Armagan Demir commented,
The official launch in the UAE will signify that gamers in the Middle East will not only have easy access to high-definition graphics, unparalleled online play and gripping digital entertainment features of the Xbox 360 but also the technical support, events, community and access to over 160 games that are available to gamers abroad.
Demir also added that the whole of Middle East will have access to the console within seven months. Despite these great developments, Xbox Live will not be available for them at the moment. Also, those who want to have WiFi access can just buy external accessory.
Late last year, Microsoft also launched the console in Brazil and India, and promised to consider the rest of the developing countries next.
Via Gulf News