Holiday decorations are frequently locked in traditional patterns – snowmen, reindeer, and lines of dazzling lights that have illuminated living rooms for generations. But Hallmark’s latest Keepsake ornament mixes things up in a really exciting way. The ornament resembles an old Xbox 360 console – yep, the one from nearly two decades ago – and is 3.25 inches tall, perfectly capturing late-night gaming sessions and heroic fights against extraterrestrial opponents.
It’s currently available for $28.99 from Hallmark’s online store as well as Amazon. To turn it on, simply press the small power button on the front of the ornament, and it will light up with a mellow green glow, just like the original console. Then the familiar swoosh of the Xbox 360 boot sequence plays and about 20 seconds in you get a clip of “Behold a Pale Horse” from the Halo 3 soundtrack. That is combined with the unmistakable Halo theme, and your Christmas tree transforms into a concert hall, blaring music to everyone who passes by. You only need three LR44 button batteries to keep everything operating; these are provided from the factory, so you can start using it right away.
- Reminisce about hours spent in your gaming chair with this Xbox 360 Console Hallmark Keepsake Christmas ornament. Video game console design features...
- Press the power button on the Magic Light and Sound ornament to see it illuminate and hear video game sounds. Plays sounds from the video game Halo 3.
- Artist-crafted by Orville Wilson. Plastic ornament with hanger attachment.
This little ornament is packed with details that elevate it to the level of a little marvel rather than a tribute to the past. The white plastic body stands upright on your shelf just like the original, with all of the minor vents and ports precisely engraved in place for added authenticity. There’s even a miniature controller affixed to the base; it’s not just a flat piece of plastic; it’s fully detailed, so you can see the buttons and sticks from across the room. It’s only 2.5 inches wide, so you can place it alongside your other larger ornaments without it being lost in the crowd – until you bump it, of course.
Hallmark is known for creating ornaments that evoke fond memories, ranging from classic cars to pop culture figures. This Xbox 360 ornament fits right in, bridging the gap between the usual holiday enthusiasm and the glow of an old CRT TV in a dimly lit room. If you grew up with the 360, hanging one from a pine branch will give you nostalgia overload; the sounds alone will transport you back in time, blending the startup themes with the symphonic portions that used to play in the background while blasting through the galaxy.
