In honour of the sale of it's one millionth Xbox console in Australia and New Zealand, Microsoft is auctioning off a customized, one-of-a-kind Halo Xbox 360. The console was built by Weta Workshop (the guys responsible for making all the props and sets for the Lord of the Rings trilogy) and was designed by Richard Taylor.
The money raised from the sale of the Hale Xbox console will benefit the David Peachey Foundation. Microsoft will then match the winning bid (up to $10,000) and donate this to Cure Kids. You can bid for on the item on eBay.
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Microsoft Auctions Off A One-Of-A-Kind Hal Xbox 360
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