Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console Review -

Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition

Writing reviews is my enjoyment, so I decided to check out the Xbox bundles. I’m always interested in saving money, so I wanted to look at the older (but still available to buy) Xbox bundles.

I’ve played video games before, but I didn’t pay much attention. I just figured they were all the same and that you should just buy according to price alone.

Turns out it’s a complicated area, so I decided to take a long, hard look so I could delve into the particulars to buy the best game console on the market. After much consideration, I chose the Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console.

Released in the Fall of 2009 to coincide with the release of the new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 game, this Xbox bundle caught on. Many people were surprised.

There have been several Xbox 360 Limited Edition consoles over the years:

Grand Theft Auto IV
The Dark Knight
Halo 3
Red Xbox 360
The Simpsons

Just to name a few. But none of them had a 250 GB HDD. The Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition console is the only one to have this feature.

It also comes standard with a pair of regular Xbox 360 Elite controllers, and it’s branded with the Modern Warfare 2 logo, etc. Very nice-looking design and awesome fun.

250GB Hard Drive

The 250 GB hard drive is great. One user reports having two older Xbox consoles with only a 20 GB hard drive. He says that it was a struggle to find room on those tiny 20 GB drives for new titles, videos, and MP3s.

Frequently, there was no other choice than to simply delete the old stuff, even though it had already been paid for. There was just no room left on the 20 GB drive.

After getting this console and transferring all the stuff from his 20 GB drive, the Xbox 250 GB HDD still had tons of room left on it. A bigger drive also makes gameplay go more smoothly. It also helps to keep the noise down.

Two Black Wireless Controllers

This Xbox 360 console includes two black wireless controllers. They are battery-operated. Sleek black, it matches this console, and the two black wireless controllers fit snugly into the charging base during recharging.

Having two controllers is good for families. Your kids won’t have to fight over who gets to play next. Two can play at the same time.

COLOR (ALL BLACK)

This edition comes in all-black. The Modern Warfare 2 branding is very attractive. It has a military look – gun metal and camouflage styling throughout. Unlike other Xbox units, it fits very nicely with the usual other all-black electronics you may have (e.g., large-screen TV, home theater sound system, cable television box, cable modem, etc.)

CHIPSET/CPU

This Xbox uses the Jasper CPU on the unit’s motherboard. It is smaller than the previous CPUs used. It runs cooler, so your Xbox will use less electricity (more environmentally friendly) plus last longer. The Red Ring of Death (RROD) problem is likely to be minimized, if not eliminated. It also makes it quieter.

How Much Does It Cost?

You can buy it used for around 200 to $250 on Amazon.

What’s Included

250GB HD
2 Black Wireless Controllers
1 Black Xbox 360 Wired Headset
Ethernet Cable
1 Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable

Do You Get Any Warranty?

Yes, the Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console warranty is one year.

What Others Say

This Xbox bundle got great reviews from buyers. It got 4.5 out of 5 from reviewers on Amazon.

These are some actual comments:

“Worth the money so far…”

“…if you do the ‘math, the bundle is a pretty good deal…”

“SIMPLY AMAZING!… HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS GAME!”

“…having the game [Modern Warfare 2] and two controllers for me was the way to go…”

“I love this console, it runs smoothly and I haven’t had any problems…”

Any Negative Feedback From Buyers?

There are a few complaints about this Xbox bundle online. Someone said the controllers felt like cheap plastic, but someone else said they’re the same as earlier Xbox controllers and they don’t feel cheap at all.