Last Updated: 13.11.01

NBrid Launch Central

Everything you need to know about picking up your next console! If you're still undecided, maybe some of these articles can help. Be sure to check back because this page will continuously be updated until the very second these consoles hit the street! Are you ready?

Basic Information

• Xbox (Microsoft): Launch date - Thursday, Nov. 15; Price - $300
• Gamecube (Nintendo): Launch date - Sunday, Nov. 18; Price - $200

Buyer's Guides

• Gamecube: Includes a list of games and buying suggestions.
• Next-Gen: Compare Xbox, GC, PS2 and see what's for you!

Previews

• Gamecube Kiosk Impressions: First impressions of the GC controller and the games Luigi's Mansion, Rogue Leader, and Wave Race.

System Facts

• Gamecube FAQ: Everything you need to know, everything.
• Daily GC News: Find out the latest news on the Gamecube.

System Opinions

• Wow?: FearTheClown takes a look into a reason why this next-gen of consoles doesn't have the 'wow' factor of the last.
• Xbox, GC, or PS2: Which to buy? (The Black Hole Guide): For a "different" perspective on these next-gen consoles.
• What about PS2?: FearTheClown reminds you a next-gen console is already out on the street.
• Xcast - Dreamcast Incognito?: A "fun" comparison between Xbox and DC.
• It's a Cow: poisoncow returns with an updated look at these next-gen consoles.

Related Articles

• Xbox Preorders: Get the lowdown on the Xbox bundles.
• The Great Bundle Debate: A look at preorder system bundles.
• Spaceworld 2001: A look at what Nintendo announced at Spaceworld for the future of GC.
• Spaceworld 2001: Another viewpoint of this year's Spaceworld.
• E3 2001: Find out what Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft announced at this year's big E3 on the future plans of their consoles.

Archived Articles

• Finally the X is Out of the Box: Conn's initial reactions to Xbox.
• Conventional Wisdom: Bone's GC comments way back in August of 2000.
• The Pros and Cons of the Nintendo GameCube: Hybrid's GC comments way back in August of 2000.
• The dos and don'ts for the Gamecube: poisoncow's GC comments way back in September of 2000.
• The Video Game Industry: The Next-Gen: A look by needham at the console's of the next-gen from August 2000.

3rd Party Articles

• MSNBC and Jeff Kent: When Kent speaks his mind, people listen. Read what he has to say about GC, Xbox, and PS2. Includes ratings for each system and an interactive flash to help you pick which console is for you.
• Wired Magazine: See what the hip Wired (no not weird) magazine has to say about GC vs Xbox (board post).
• GameInformer: Read various opinions on the GC and Xbox (board post).

For more information or any questions, see the NBrid Boards.