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Xbox 360 Must haves for High end systems
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Xbox 360 Console Includes 20GB Hard DriveXbox 360 Console Includes 20GB Hard Drive
Buy used from: $179.95
The foundation of the system. If you're buying one new, go for the Elite. It is worth it.
Xbox 360 Wireless ControllerXbox 360 Wireless Controller
Buy new: $36.96 / Used from: $22.25
4 of these is a must have. Go wireless and forget the wired ones. I had wired ones before, and still do as backup, but the wireless ones are so much better. I don't have to worry about how far I sit from the TV, nor look at all those wires.
Xbox 360 Wireless Network AdapterXbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter
Buy new: $82.96 / Used from: $69.75
Another must have. Why use a wired connection, when wireless is more than enough. Remember, there is no difference in speed between wireless and wired when using the internet.
Xbox 360 HD DVD PlayerXbox 360 HD DVD Player
Buy used from: $44.00
Turn your 360 into a high definition entertainment center. This is a steal for $200 allowing you to watch movies up to 1080p (elite) or 1080i (premium). I use it as my primary HD-DVD player.
Xbox 360 Play & Charge KitXbox 360 Play & Charge Kit
Buy new: $16.96 / Used from: $8.70
I would go for 2 of these and 2 of the Quickcharge kits. That equals 1 battery for each of the controllers and 2 ways to charge them. Forget battereis when you can recharge them. This saves money in the long run.
Xbox 360 Quick Charge KitXbox 360 Quick Charge Kit
Buy new: $22.96 / Used from: $25.51
As I said before get two of these. Each one only comes with one battery.
Xbox 360 VGA HD AV CableXbox 360 VGA HD AV Cable
Buy new: $30.99 / Used from: $16.99
This is optional, but a good cable to have handy. I use it to play games or watch movies on standard computer monitors/LCDs. It gives you the same high 1080 resolution, but on computer monitors. On TV's I would stick with component as the TV does different processing for VGA connections.
Xbox 360 Component HD AV CableXbox 360 Component HD AV Cable
Buy new: $39.99 / Used from: $5.46
One of these comes with the system, but I would get another because it is always good to get a backup. Therefore I have two, and can play on two different TV's without unplugging cables.
Gears Of War Collector's EditionGears Of War Collector's Edition
Buy used from: $29.97
This is a must have game for the 360. It is the best game out there, and the gameplay is awesome. I have beat the entire game more than 5 times with different people. The game is fun in cooperative campaign mode. I don't enjoy it as much in single player mode. Online play is average.
NBA 2K7NBA 2K7
Buy new: $29.99 / Used from: $1.89
Another excellent game for the 360. All basketball fans must have this game. Forget EA Sports and its garbage NBA live 07. Get this. I was a huge Live fan before, but with Live 07, it was disgusting. I returned that game immediately because I called it defective. There wasn't basketball in it, but a whole new garbage sport. 2k7 is the best basketball game period.
Lost Planet: Extreme ConditionLost Planet: Extreme Condition
Buy new: $29.79 / Used from: $8.91
Another good game for the 360.
Xbox 360 Universal Media RemoteXbox 360 Universal Media Remote
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $9.99
A good item if you don't want to shell out for the full fledged Harmony 890 which is what I recommend for home theater. I have both and mainly use the Harmony 890
Logitech Harmony 890 Advanced Universal Remote ControlLogitech Harmony 890 Advanced Universal Remote Control
Buy new: $259.99 / Used from: $187.99
I have to say its the best remote hands down. Does everything you need it to. Computer software is okay, but if you can handle that you're fine.