Cabinets are a great way to keep your game console hot, which is terrible for it.
By Roger Fingas Nov. 2, 2026 1:15 pm EST Joeri Mostmans/Shutterstock Add Engadget on Google: Google DiscoverOne of the reasons often cited for the failure of the original Xbox in Japan is that the console (and its original bulky controller) was too big for many Japanese homes. Now, there was more to it, such as a lack of the genres and franchises Japanese gamers preferred. But this highlights an important point that space matters; some modern consoles could be an awkward fit if you're living in a cramped studio apartment.
