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The 120GB Elite 360 and the 120GB PS3 Slim are to also come in 250GB versions.

MS announced the 'super elite' 250GB first then Sony countered with news of the 250GB Slim .
*Source....360 Gamer magazine...issue 67

MS will also be releasing a special edition 250GB X-Box 360 with Modern Warfare 2 custom body and a copy of the game, as well as a 120GB X-Box 360 with Halo 3, Halo 3 ODST & a Halo Reach 'Beta' for the run in to Christmas.

Sony are countering with PS3 Slim 120GB with Uncharted 2 and a price markdown on PS3 'fatties', plus numerous 250GB bundles, including one aimed at film fans .

Both companies see the run in to Christmas as essential to they're brand, but both seem to be placing extra emphasis on winning this years holiday sales war , though * Sony has the stronger exclusive titles this year.*

*Source....360 Gamer magazine...issue 67

Games bundled with 250GB machines will include Forza 3 (X 360) Estimated RRP £249.99 and amongst a few Sony bundles will be GT5, Ass. Creed. ll and Uncharted 2 . Estimated RRP £299.99.

Sony also plan to release a BluRay 'Media Pack' aimed at film buff's as well as an 'Eye Toy Pet' bundle, but no hardrive size was stated regarding these, or if they would be Pre or Post crimbo releases.

Shop's will also be offering they're own special Console Bundles as well, including Pre Owned PS3 & X-Box 360 + game/s bundles.

Look's like its a good time to be a prospective console buyer.