Limited-Edition Halo Xbox Bundle @ Gaming Target

Written by Matt Swider on April 02, 2004

News: Microsoft will bring a Halo bundle in April bearing a Halo-branded Xbox and jeweled controller with a copy of the game for $169.

Microsoft today announced a pairing of epic proportions: a limited-edition retail special featuring the Xbox and all-time Xbox best-seller Halo:Combat Evolvedаfor only $169. Shipping to U.S. retailers April 13, the coveted combo features a special Halo-branded, green Xbox console and Halo jeweled controller with a copy of the game. However, only the best and brightest - or at least the fastest - fans will taste the glory: Just 200,000 of the boxed sets are available.

"This special offer lets video gamers with 'Halo' envy easily and affordably adopt Xbox," said Bill Nielsen, director of U.S. marketing for Xbox at Microsoft. "We expect collectors, as well as those who have been waiting for the right time to purchase their Xbox system, to jump at this unique opportunity."

Developed exclusively for Xbox by Bungie Studios, part of Microsoft Game Studios, the game has sold more than 4 million copies worldwide and spawned a legion of powerful devotees who participate in competitions, tournaments and game nights. The highly anticipated Halo 2 will be released in fall 2004 and will change the Xbox experience as gamers currently know it.