Microsoft has just announced the cessation of production of Xbox 360 : the historical Consul, who turned 10 years last November, will permanently retire after getting great results both commercial and successful, launching videogame franchise (think Gears of War ) and becoming the favorite console of tens of millions of players.

The announcement gives firsthand the Xbox Division Chief Phil Spencer, who also wants to reassure all the holders of the Xbox 360: the cessation of production will not mean totally abandoning the console. Xbox Live services, the Marketplace and all apps will continue to be active for the many owners of the console, as well as will continue to be offered Deals With Gold and Games With Gold . Even the customer support will continue to support users with any problems to their console.

Thanking the community of players that made the Xbox 360 a success, we anticipate that in the coming months and Spencer weeks will be revealed all the plans of the company on Xbox One " and beyond ". You prepare the announcement of new platforms, such as the recent rumor we were lead to believe? Stay tuned to find out!

We close the news with a respectful bow to one of the great ladies of the gaming world, a console that has undoubtedly made history: good rest, Xbox 360!