Xbox 360 at 10: what are your memories of Microsoft's wonder console?

Launched 2 December 2005 in Europe, Xbox 360 is one of the greatest consoles of all time. Tell us your favourite moments from a decade of HD gaming

As incredible as it may seem to some veteran gamers, the Xbox 360 is now 10 years old. Launched on 22 November in the US and 2 December in Europe, Microsoft's second console arrived at a time in which HD televisions were just about taking off, and broadband internet connections were accelerating. Consequently, while the PlayStation 3 floundered in development hell, it was the 360 that brought in a new era of high-definition, highly connected play.

It was the Xbox 360 that really brought seamless social gaming to the console space. Although previous consoles had included internet connectivity, Microsoft made Xbox Live the centre of the gaming experience, providing players with intuitive online multiplayer experiences, as well as the ability to chat with friends as they played. The arrival of the Gamerscore and achievement points also brought a new high-score metric to gaming, giving owners a chance to compare themselves with their mates, and providing developers with a new way to get players really exploring their worlds.