Inside the history of Xbox, Microsoft's gaming console that owns franchises like 'Call of Duty,' 'Halo,' and 'Minecraft'

Microsoft launched Xbox nearly 25 years ago as a competitor to Sony's PlayStation.

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• Microsoft launched its Xbox gaming console nearly 25 years ago.
• The brand has become beloved, owning popular gaming franchises like "Call of Duty" and "Minecraft."
• Read about the Xbox's history, and how it became a staple of the gaming industry.

Since its debut in 2001, Microsoft's Xbox has become a cornerstone in the gaming industry, quickly...