Xbox 360 Accessories

Whether you’re looking to enhance your gameplay, extend the capacity of your Xbox 360 device, or simply add a personalized touch to your console, there are a wealth of accessories available for the Xbox 360. You’ll never worry about running out of space on your console or battery power for your controller with these gaming essentials.

Xbox 360 controllers

Having an extra controller on hand is a must for just about anyone. With at least two Xbox 360 controllers you’ll always be set for that head-to-head matchup with a family member or friend. Families in particular will always want to be sure there are enough controllers to go around to keep everyone happy and part of the action.

There are a vast number of titles for the Xbox 360 that even support up to 4-player local multiplayer, including some of the most celebrated games available on Xbox Live Arcade. There’s nothing quite like the shared gaming experience of local co-op multiplayer with family and friends.

Xbox 360 gaming headsets

A proper gaming headset can be all the difference between a good and a great gaming experience. Not only do many gaming headsets offer superior sound quality compared to the average television, but they also allow for in-game chat via the headset mic. In the age of online multiplayer gaming a chat-capable headset is an absolute must-have.

Headsets for Xbox 360 can also be indispensable to gamers with shared accommodations, or for parents who want to reduce the noise from their children’s games. Headsets can provide privacy and immersion for the user as well as peace of mind to those around them.

Memory and power

Nobody wants to sit down for a marathon gaming session only to find that their console has run out of memory or their controller battery is dead. Luckily there are a number of Xbox 360 accessories designed to keep the game going indefinitely.

Most external hard drive are compatible with the Xbox 360 console. Simply plugging one in via a free USB port will allow gamers to expand the storage capacity of their console. Some external hard drives are even specifically branded to show that they are intended to work with Xbox.

Charge kits are also available which feature rechargeable battery packs and docking stations to ensure your Xbox 360 controllers are always charged and ready to go.

Customization and personalization

There are a wise selection of skins, cases, and face plates available that allow players to add a personal touch to their Xbox 360 console and accessories. These products fit and adhere to consoles and accessories allowing for unique styles and textures.

Xbox Live Gold

An Xbox Live Gold subscription is another must have for most avid gamers. Xbox Live is Microsoft’s online service, and a gold subscription is necessary in order to participate in most online interactions such as multiplayer gaming and chat. Xbox Live Gold also entitles subscribers access to free digital game downloads every month through Microsoft’s “Games with Gold” program.

Kinect

Kinect is the Xbox 360’s external camera peripheral. It registers body movement and incorporates it into both dashboard menu control and gameplay. There are a number of titles designed specifically for use only with Xbox 360 Kinect, while other games have additional built-in Kinect functionality.

The Kinect also has a microphone which can be utilized for game chat, as well as in-game and dashboard menu voice commands.