EON Gaming has announced that the XBHD is now available for purchase at Amazon and EON’s worldwide retail partners, including Rondo Products, Stone Age Gamer, and Games Connection, for $189.99. This is a new plug-and-play adapter for the original Xbox that features 3x LAN/Ethernet ports, a mini-TOSLINK audio jack, and 2x HDMI ports, enabling those who still have a copy of Microsoft’s 2001 console to enjoy Halo: Combat Evolved, Jet Set Radio Future, and other classic games at resolutions of up to 1080i with a clean digital output. The original Xbox only features a proprietary A/V port, Ethernet port, and power port on the back.
XBHD Features
- The XBHD is a plug-and-play HD adapter for the original Xbox
- No mods required
- No external power required
- Provides the best visual signal possible on original hardware
- Losslessly translates the component video to HD
- 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i compatible
- Lagless input – controller inputs appear on screen instantly
- 2 HD video out ports for simultaneous video streaming
- 3.5mm MiniTOSLINK jack
- 3 Ethernet ports for simplified LAN experience
- Custom designed plug that matches original Xbox aesthetic
“With XBHD, we’re reviving not only the original Xbox’s great library of games, but making lan parties with friends easier than ever” said Justin Scerbo, co-founder of EON Gaming. “The XBHD makes those nostalgic moments easier than ever with exceptional video quality, and zero lag or extra equipment needed.”
The first-of-its-kind adapter for the original Xbox console revives classic titles like Halo: Combat Evolved and Soulcalibur II in the best video quality possible. Defeat bosses and claim victory on multiple displays simultaneously or stream effortlessly with dual HD video outputs. Focus on the fun with lag-free, perfectly translated visuals on the original hardware with support ranging from 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i resolutions.
The XBHD removes the need for extra cables, routers, and external power sources for a smooth gaming experience. Host the ultimate LAN Party without a router by taking advantage of three RJ45 ethernet connectors. Register clear audio thanks to the MiniToslink 3.5mm port for headphones, speaker systems, and capture cards.
Discussion (3 replies)
Join Discussion →Crazy to think people are still developing hardware accessories for an over 20 year old console.
That would be like a new NES accessory coming out in 2007.
Well Nintendo only stopped repairing famicom systems in 2007 if that matters.
The Famicom was the japan market variant, right? The red top loading one with the little half-sized cartridges? (I had some of those with an adapter to work in my European NES when I was a kid)
It's less surprising that they may have serviced it in the Japan market longer. The Japanese market generally has very high demands on product quality, and something that might be discontinued by the manufacturer over here, may have repair service and parts supplies much longer there.
That, and there is a little bit of a "national pride" thing going on.
In the rest of the world (well, at least Europe and US) the NES was discontinued in 1995, 9-10 years after launch.