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War Games Consoles

Gears of Wars-Themed Xbox 360 Shows Why Gaming can be Badass

— June 8, 2011 — Tech
Fans of video games will probably drool over the badass-looking Gears of Wars-themed Xbox 360 console.

The Gears of Wars-themed Xbox 360 console reflects the nature of the game pretty well. The grim, bleak design proves that while gaming is geeky, it can still kick ass and take names. The console features a dark purple and black theme with a skull and "Gears of Wars" written down the side where the power button and CD area is. In terms of specs, you're looking at 320GB hard drive which should be more than enough.

This special-edition Xbox 360 also has a series of Gears of Wars-themed headsets and controllers that are sold separately from the console. The release date will be September 20th, so start lining up when the time comes.
Trend Themes
1. Gaming-themed Console - The Gears of Wars-themed Xbox 360 demonstrates the potential to create gaming-themed consoles that reflect the nature of the game.
2. Special-edition Accessories - The Gears of Wars-themed headsets and controllers sold separately from the console showcase the potential to create special-edition accessories for gaming consoles.
3. Limited-edition Release - The limited-edition release date of September 20th showcases the potential to create hype and demand through limited-edition releases of consoles and accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The gaming industry has the potential to create special-edition consoles and accessories that reflect the nature of the game to generate hype and demand among fans.
2. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can tap into the potential of limited-edition releases for gaming consoles and accessories to attract customers and drive sales.
3. Retail - The retail industry can capitalize on the hype around limited-edition console releases by offering exclusive pre-order deals and creating in-store events to drive foot traffic and sales.
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