Thursday, February 14, 2008
Test Drive Unlimited DLC Pack 6 out now
Atari have announced that the sixth Downloadable Content pack for Test Drive Unlimited is out now for 350 MS Points...
Xboy: Ziff-Davis survey hints at Microsoft handheld
A recent Ziff-Davis survey – distributed amongst subscribers to their 1UP, EGM, and Games for Windows Magazine brands – asked "If Microsoft came out with a portable gaming device (similar to PSP, Nintendo DS/Lite, etc.), how likely are you to purchase the device?"
The greatest Halo image ever
This is the best image I have ever seen in the world. I hope you agree and pay the guy lots of money. It is the coolest thing I have ever seen.
“Pure†Announced
Disney Interactive announced today that they would release Pure, a quad racing game, on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC during Q4 2008. The game is developed by Black Rock Studios (former Climax racing).
Project Gotham Racing 4 New Achievements & Download Content
Project Gotham Racing 4 Released October 2nd 2007, Just released two new challenge packs today along with 10 more achievements worth an extra 250 gamerscore. For the complete list click the link. For more Achievements, Games, Videos, Screenshots, Forums, Gamerscore Tracking and Leaderboards visit www.360-hq.com
XBLM: Spiderwick Demo
Using the unique abilities of each character, you will battle hordes of Goblins, capture Sprites, solve puzzles and explore every nook and cranny of the world of The Spiderwick Chronicles™ leading to the final confrontation with the Ogre Mulgarath.
Street Fighter IV - New Character - Art and Screenshots
gamearistocrat.com delivers the new Street Fighter IV screenshots and concept art. Capcom is displaying the new Street Fighter, Abel.
Meet Abel, the newest Street Fighter!
With no memory of his past, this young man has no choice but to move forward, using any clue he can get his hands on to rout out what may be left of Shadaloo.
Meet Abel, the newest Street Fighter!
With no memory of his past, this young man has no choice but to move forward, using any clue he can get his hands on to rout out what may be left of Shadaloo.
The location of the Middle eastern Country in Call of Duty 4
Ever wonder where the Marines invade in Call of Duty 4? Look no further than this article.
MaddenStrategy.net-Madden Strategy, Leagues and Tournaments
MaddenStrategy.net is THE site for the BEST Madden games on the net. If you are tired of Spectacular Catching and going for it on 4th... we play NFL style here. Don't play here if you don't know football... MaddenStrategy.net is now taking signups for their official site league. Sign up at the site for more information. WWW.MADDENSTRATEGY.NET
Wii 2 and Xbox the Third hitting in 2010?
Those pesky analysts are at it again, and this time it's serious: Evan Wilson of Pacific Crest Securities says we can expect a sequel to the Wii in 2010, to be followed by a new Xbox later that year.
Xbox LIVE Members Get GDC Coverage
Microsoft is bringing GDC home to the more than 10 million Xbox LIVE members across the globe Microsoft today announced that Xbox LIVE members will get GDC coverage starting with 20th February.
Timeline of Xbox 360 Failure due to RROD to Repaired Xbox
A visual timeline of all the steps and time it took to get my Xbox repaired and returned to me after the RROD struck me.
Microsoft: International Party Poopers
As some of you may know, the Halo movie, rumored to be in production, is no longer being funded. It may never come about. Good news is, ...
Valentines Candy For Gamers (Pics included!)
SarcasticGamer.com presents a funny collection of Valentine's candy for gamers. See what Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Wii, and PC owners should be getting and giving their loved ones on Valentine's Day! (Pictures included!)
Halo Figures in their Plastic Prison
Halo fans, if you can't wait to get your hands on the upcoming McFarlane figures, here's a little something to hold you over.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Saints Row 2 Coming Soon!
A sequel to THQ's Saint's Row 2 will be appearing on the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 later this year. New vehicles will include boats, helicopters and planes.
EA would Love to bring Spore to PS3 and 360
EA has said that it would love to bring Spore, the evolution game of the century, to Playstation 3 and XBOX 360.
Full Gears of War Action-Figure Line-Up Revealed
NECA has released images of the final figures in Gears of War Series 1 action-figures.
Microsoft hit with Xbox 360 shortages in U.S.
Microsoft Corp. said Wednesday that it is experiencing shortages of the Xbox 360 console in the United States, citing that the company failed to anticipate post-holiday demand. "We are really running short of product here in the United States," Jeff Bell, head of global marketing for Microsoft's games business, said in an interview with...
Kingdom Under FIre: Circle of Doom Demo Impressions
I decided to download this demo off the Xbox Live Marketplace because its print ads reminded me of the Gauntlet series. Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom appeared to have a medieval theme - the kind of game that's full of elves, warriors, magic, and the like. In the end Kuf: Cod does feel a lot like Gauntlet... Post by The Serious Nerd.
iTWire - Bully Scholarship Edition Achievements revealed
Here is the full list of Xbox 360 Achievements for the up coming Bully: Scholarship Edition
Halo 3 with more blood
What would halo be if it had blood....hmm MORTAL KOMBAT times 200,000! Well this video will show you what would happen if bungie released a extreme content feature. Enjoy!
Mr Driller on its way to XBLA?
German ratings board the USK has revealed a possible new XBLA title. A rating for puzzle game Mr Driller has appeared on the site. The game could however be a full retail title. The game involves the player controlling a drill moving down through screens of blocks, having to keep his air supply from running out while avoiding being killed.
Xbox 360 Component To HDMI Converter
Mad Catz released converter to convert your old xbox 360 to hdmi. Your wont get the quality or true hdmi but for someone looking to get rid of clutter this is nice.
Spend Valentines Day With Bungie In Halo 3
Bungie has announced a special Valentines Day playlist for Halo 3, entitled "The Saint Valentines Day Massacre". The playlist will be a stripped-down variation of Team Doubles and will run from Thursday morning (10AM Pacific) to Monday morning (2AM Pacific).
Popzara Game Impression: Burnout Paradise (Xbox 360)
The crazy-popular game of automotive destruction returns for another round of chaos, this time with an entire city to reign havoc in. Xbox 360 version.
Howto: Play Xbox 360 With A Keyboard and Mouse - Round Two
A while ago I wrote about the XFPS 360 units that allow you to connect a keyboard and mouse to your Xbox 360. Sounds cool huh? Well its not. The XFPS 360 by itself a horrible keyboard/mouse adapter. This posts discusses how to use the unit in more advanced ways than should be necessary, but when your done its a very nice, custom setup.
Major League Gaming unveils 2008 Pro Circuit schedule
Major League Gaming (MLG), the professional video game league, today announced its 2008 MLG Pro Circuit schedule exclusively on ESPN.com. The 2008 season will kick off with its first live competition at the Meadowlands Expo Center outside of New York City, followed by competitions in San Diego, Orlando, Toronto and Dallas......
XBOX Slashes Price of HDDVD Player
Microsoft bid to compete against Sony's Blu-Ray technology has them slashing the price of the HDDVD addon for the Xbox 360!
Nuovi episodi per KOTOR e Lord of The Ring in lavorazione?
Da una recente analisi finanziaria interna a EA emergono alcuni dettagli su un probabile seguito di Knight of the Old Republic, i cui due episodi sono apparsi nella scorsa generazione
COD4 Feature Patch off to MS for Certification
A patch to add features to the most-played game on Live has been handed off to Microsoft by the folks at Infinity Ward, and as soon as Microsoft's quality assurance demons do their jobs, our 360's will be full of auto-updating joy.
Xbox 360 version of DMC4 outsells PS3 by 2:1 in the UK
According to a report from Gamesindustry.biz, the initial sales figures of DMC4 favor the Xbox 360 version in the UK claiming 61% of the title's total software launch sales while PS3 claims the remaining 39%.
Mad Catz Brings HDMI to All Xbox 360 Owners
a leading third-party interactive entertainment accessory provider announced today the release of the Xbox 360 HDMI Conversion Kit, a revolutionary new accessory designed to allow owners of the Xbox 360
Xbox 360 HD DVD Player $79.99 Shipped - Universal Price Drop
Today's deal is: Xbox 360 HD DVD Player $79.99 shipped Don't forget about the 5 free movies offer too! UPDATE: Currently sold out at Amazon, but could this be a sign of a universal price drop?
On Xbox Live Arcade today: Commanders and Tron
From todayou can play Commanders: Attack of Genos on Xbox Live Arcade and Discs Of Tron for Xbox 360. Commanders: Attack of Genos will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points (that's US$10 / €9.60 / £6.80 / CAN$12.40 / AU$13.20) while Discs Of Tron will cost half that.
Call of Duty 4 Patch: The good with the bad
A Quick overview of the tweaks coming with the highly-anticipated patch for Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. Some of the stuff is going to help a lot. Others.... not so much.
Bully: SE Achievements List for XBOX 360
My360.com.au gives the heads up on the Achievements list for the 360 version of Bully: Scholarship Edition
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Case for Xbox 360's Lost Odyssey is Sub-par
As opposed to making adequate room for the four separate discs of the game, Microsoft made a classless and haphazard casing for the North American release of Lost Odyssey.
iTWire - PC to see Mass Effect
Redesigned for the PC platform, BioWare have announced the intention to bring the experience of Spectre Role Playing in Mass Effect from the Xbox 360 to the home computer.
Banjo-Kazooie coming late-2008 for XBOX 360?
Microsoft UK confirms that Banjo and his sidekick are still destined for a 2008 release.
iTWire - PC to see Mass Effect
Redesigned for the PC platform, BioWare have announced the intention to bring the experience of Spectre Role Playing in Mass Effect from the Xbox 360 to the home computer.
Original Mister Chief painting up for auction!!!
18x24 original "Mister Chief", the "popular" character from Bungie.net, rendered in soft pastels on canvas with loving detail and craftsmanship signed by the creator and original artist, Frank "Frankie" O'Connor of Bungie Studios. All proceeds from this auction will go to the Brian Morden Foundation, to help fund Ewing's Sarcoma and childhood cance
New Studio Formed by Halo and Battlefield people
Tyrant Studios is formed from some of the peeps who helped out on Halo ad Battlefield games.
COD4: Multiplayer Rankings & Unloackables
This is a list of the ranking and unlockables for Call Of Duty 4 Multiplayer on Xbox 360. Listed are the Rank #, Rank Name, XP needed & What each level unlocks!
New Burnout, Skate game on the way
The series debuted last September as part of EA's attempt to break Activision's hold on the skateboarding genre with longtime champ Tony Hawk's Pro Skater
The Club Review (Xbox 360)
Bizzare Creations were the masterminds behind the Project Gotham Racing series of which the Kudos system played such a large part, earning multipliers and scoring combos became a part of the car racing game genre. In The Club they turn their hand to the shooting genre and adapt the same style and logic behind the kudos system to killing people.
X box 360 Cheat Codes
Your online source for the greatest x box 360 cheat codes to the latest x box 360 cheat codes.
Microsoft lies about free Halo 3 promotion
I participated in the promotion and got screwed. Whenever I call technical support aka Mexico I keep getting the run around on when I will receive my free game. I still have not received my game!!! Every time I call to complain I'm told oh it was shipped yesterday and you should have it by next week. Help am I the only person with this issue?
Original Tron Arcade Game Comes To XBOX Live!
Great report on XBOX Live's newest addition, from Siliconera, the best videogames website in the world.
Turok (2008) Demo Review
Is this the worst demo ever? If what this reviewer says is true, then it may be. Kinda funny.
Vivendi Releases New Prototype Trailer
Vivendi has released a new trailer to their upcoming game, Prototype. The trailer runs 1minute and 2 seconds long, and displays more than 15 seconds of gameplay footage. Prototype is scheduled for release this Summer.
Southpeak Getting Roogoo coming to XBLA
What is Roogoo? According to SouthPeak and developer SpiderMonk, Roogoo is a frantic puzzle game in which you try to drop geometrical shapes through rotating discs in order to save the planet Roo and the Roogoo race, which look like cute little teddy bears you just want to cuddle.
Why Microsoft canceled Marvel Universe Online
Marvel Universe Online is canceled, Microsoft's own Shane Kim confirmed. Why? Because "we thought we would create another subscription-based MMO. And if you really look at the data there's basically one that's successful and everything else wouldn't meet our level or definition of commercial success."
Xbox Announcement Coming Tomorrow?
Major Nelson rarely does "special" shows. He usually reserves them for big events (CES, E3, XBL 5th Anniversary, etc.) or for big announcements (Xbox 360 Elite, etc.). So when Major Nelson posted "You know what? I think I may have a special mid-week show for you guys this week. :)" on his Twitter, you know something has to be up!
Jumper Achievement Information Revealed
This week saw the release of the Xbox LIVE achievements for The Jumper game, also available for the PS2 and the Nintendo Wii, which tells the story of a war between a group known as The Jumpers.
Lost Odyssey Walkthroughs, FAQs, Guides and Videos
Lost Odyssey, the long-awaited RPG from the Final Fantasy series music composer and producer, has finally arrived on U.S. soil. It's an epic old school RPG with lots to see and do (and read). Here's the best collection of walkthroughs, faqs, game guides and videos for Lost Odyssey.
XBLA: Disc of Tron & Commanders AotG
Coming tomorrow for Xbox LIVE Arcade is, Commanders: Attack of the Genos for 800 MS points, and Disc of Tron for 400 MS points.
1,000 Years of Nobuo Uematsu
We talk to the legendary composer about his latest work for Lost Odyssey. Listen to some full tracks from the game, and read about his upcoming projects as well.
Devil May Cry 4 Featured Review now Live at My360.com.au,
Devil May Cry 4 Featured Review now Live at My360.com.au, Australia's No. 1 XBOX 360 community!
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Xbox 360™ Halo® 3 Special Edition Console Review
The Xbox 360™ Halo® 3 Special Edition console features an exclusive "Spartan green and gold" finish and comes bundled with a matching Xbox 360 Wireless Controller, 20GB Hard Drive, Headset, Play & Charge ...
Media Extender| Quick Information | Review | Price
... line of extenders a few years ago for the Windows XP Media Center Edition, but it never took off. The only extender available so far for Windows Vista been the Xbox 360 game console. Other companies also ...
Microsoft Xbox 360 HD DVD - Technical-specifications-Review
This was the first 'proper' HD DVD player to go on sale in the UK late last year, and Microsoft's £130 deck is still the entry point into hi-def movies for many gamers. You will need to own an Xbox360, ...
Why Microsoft owns Sony
Microsoft's first try at a gaming console amounted to essentially a very affordable PC. It used standard PC components, including a mobile Intel processor (a hybrid Pentium 3/Celeron), a desktop NVIDIA chipset, a Western Digital hard drive and relatively standard..... (click on the title above to read more) http://www.goodsideofthenet.com
Assassins Creed wins AIAS award
Ubisoft have announced that Assassins Creed has won "Outstanding Achievement in Animation" at the Annual Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences Achievement Awards...
Dead Space: No Pausing?
EA is considering to not letting us pause in their upcoming Dead Space title. No solid plans have been set, but from CVG's preview on the game, no pausing sounds appropriate. (Click on the link to read more
2Opinionated Episode 11 - Electronic Arts: Heroes of the Rep
Crash from TheGamersGarage.com stops by. We discuss the Super Bowl for all to laugh at now about how little of a shot the Giants have at beating the Patriots. We also discuss Electronic Art's active involvement against Fox News regarding the Mass Effect situation and how EA is truly taking it to the next level for the industry and gamers alike.
Assassin's Creed honoured
Assassin's Creed is honoured at the 11th Annual Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Achievement Awards.
Prisoners Churn The Gears
There's an interesting idea in the game Gears Of War that caught my attention. In this game soldiers that go to war are prisoners! And do you know what that means? That means instead of a death penalty they make them fight to the death, that is a grim vision of what war really means. To think of all the soldiers that have fought in wars and some...
Microsoft to use SpeedTree for multiple projects in 2008
The next time you're frolicking through a dense forest in your favorite video game, be sure to bark out your gratitude to the widely used SpeedTree program and its painstaking planting, positioning and watering of all the nearby faux foliage.
3D Halo Screens [PIC]
I got the "Family Guy Blue Harvest" special edition DVD which comes with two pairs of 3d glasses and I decided to find out how to make those 3d images I used to see all the time as a kid. So eventually I found a guide on how to do it with Halo 3 screenshots and it's really quite easy to get great results.
flOw for PSP
Sony Computer Entertainment has confirmed that flOw, previously released for PlayStation 3 on PSN, is to be released for PSP.
Will there be a Halo 4?
Gaming Verdict digs down and gets some info on the possibility of another Halo game.
Rainbow Six Leaving Las Vegas
Philippe Therien has said "We will never go back to Vegas - at least, not in the foreseeable future," "We really feel that the story of Vegas is done. We've explored as much of Vegas as we wanted. For now, we're pretty much covered with Vegas."
New WipEout Pulse expansion packs
yesterdayss can look forward to thee more expansion packs for WipEout Pulse this month, following the release of yesterday's Mirage Pack to PSN's PC Store.
Rockstar Asks What Movie Deal?
In the last few days we have seen a flood of false reports about a GTA movie that was almost made. According to Rockstar, however, it never came nearly as close to being green-lit as Fritz suggested.
Official Condemned 2: Trailer *NEW?
In one word i wold use violent to describe this sequel, watch the clip and tell me your not in to it.
The Swoozie Show Live Tonight
The Swoozie Show is a live video gaming show featuring DOA4 X-Box star Adande "sWooZie" Thorne of the Los Angeles compLexity. The show is live every Monday night at 8:00 EST and replays are put on the site after the show.
No Hype Review of Culdcept Saga
Bill picks apart every potential problem you might have with this game and then suggests most people buy it.
Movie Requests
Since Take-Two released the award winning game Bioshock, a flood of production companies, studios, and agencies have been chomping at the bit to turn out a Bioshock movie.
First Look At Facebreaker
Here is the first trailer for recently announced cartoon boxing game, Facebreaker, published by EA.
Discs of Tron For XBLA February 13
Discs of Tron, which received an 8.0 out of 10 review score from Official Xbox Magazine (U.S.), includes multiplayer modes: Classic Versus (highest score wins), Speed Versus (player to reach determined score first wins), Co-op (two players' scor
Check out this image for Turning Point Fall of the Resistant
The game is based on the possiblilty that Hitler did take over the world!! Oh WOW.
Xbox 360 Problems - The Most Common Cause
Microsoft's Xbox 360 is a great piece of gear, there is no doubt about that. The amount of computing power housed in that little box is more than what your average personal computer had not so long ago and of course this can be seen in the quality of the graphics and the complexity of the game play.
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Friday, February 8, 2008
Microsoft Releases XBox 360 Arcade In Japan
Japanese will soon be able to purchase Xbox 360 Arcade package. According to Microsoft, this package, which already released in US sometime ago, will be retailed for just $260 or about €175.
Microsoft Releases XBox 360 Arcade In Japan
Japanese will soon be able to purchase Xbox 360 Arcade package. According to Microsoft, this package, which already released in US sometime ago, will be retailed for just $260 or about €175.
Turok: 360 vs PS3 Graphics
This video shows a comparison of the X-box 360 graphics and the Playstation 3 graphics.
Microsoft Not Ruling Out a Crackdown Sequel
At DICE today, Microsoft's Corporate Vice President, Shane Kim, said that "we [Microsoft] still love Crackdown." "We consider that a pretty successful title for us, high quality, I think that customers would like to see more in that space. So that's an option for us."
Rumor: MS to offer free content with GTA IV preorders
According to rumors, MS is planning to offer free exclusive content for GTA IV. The exclusive content will be available on launch day to anyone who has pre-ordered Grand Theft Auto IV for Xbox 360.
Discs of Tron coming to XBLA on February 13
Disney Interactive Studios today announced Discs of Tron, the second arcade game inspired by the film, will be available on February 13 for Xbox LIVE Arcade. Now players can re-live the 3D disk-throwing competition between Sark and Tron with upgraded graphics and sound.
Halo Wall Calendar - 2008 Calendar
Halo Wall Calendar: Halo was named Game of the Year by Electronic Gaming Monthly and is the best-selling game on Xbox. The video games rich sci-fi experience includes vehicle- and foot-based action with intense online multiplayer shootouts. Its weapon and mission variety ultimately helped make this game one of the most popular ever.
The Club - Xbox 360
Fight as a modern-day mercenary gladiator in The Club, an underground blood-sport in which ruthless killers try earn respect and infamy in deathmatches. The Club takes the explosive action of the shooter genre and blends it with break-neck speed of high-octane race titles to create a radically new kind of action experience.
History Channel: Battle For the Pacific - Xbox 360
The History Channel takes you to the Battle for the Pacific where you will experience history brought to life in one of the defining campaigns of World War II. Relive epic land battles fought on some of the most brutal and unforgiving battlefields in recorded history.
Xbox 360 Halo Faceplate & Console Skin
Mad Catz limited edition Halo 3 Faceplate and Console Skinz for Xbox 360 are licensed by both Bungie and Microsoft. This vibrantly colorful combo portrays characters and scenes from one of the most anticipated Xbox 360 titles ever. Easy to apply and remove, it takes mere minutes to give your console a distinguished Halo 3 complexion.
Halo 3 Review
Do you love the Game Halo 3 Read this Review to find out what other people think about this Great Game as well . Tell the world what you think as well.
Are free Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, Ipods and Cash offers for real?
We've all seen those free ipod, xbox, ps3, wii, etc. offers on the internet. Are these things real or are they a scam. Lets find out.
Asian Halo 3 Bundle Misses Christmas By Two Months
But that's OK, because that's not the point! This one's aimed at cashing in on Chinese new year's celebrations. The bundle includes a 20GB 360
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No Credit Card Freebie Sites
A list of legitamate freebie websites that require no credit card. Get free Ipods, xbox360, ps3, computer, cash, phones, etc
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Halo 3 A Firefly Mini-Reunion?
I just noticed that Nathan Fillion, Adam Baldwin and Alan Tudyk, all of Firefly/Serenity fame are all character voices in Halo 3. Seems like a strange coincidence.
Shane Kim Talks Xbox at Dice, Says Console Wars Aren't Over
Microsoft exec Shane Kim discussed numerous topics at DICE, from the console wars to the possibility of the company entering the handheld gaming market.
Shane Kim Talks Xbox at Dice, Says Console Wars Aren't Over
Microsoft exec Shane Kim discussed numerous topics at DICE, from the console wars to the possibility of the company entering the handheld gaming market.
A Guide On How To Download Games For The Xbox 360
Today people are busy and at the same time would like to indulge themselves in a little bit of thrill by playing games. This prompts them to regularly buy Xbox 360 games.
Grand Theft Auto IV Website Will Launch Tomorrow?
gamearistocrat.com delivers the news of the impending release of the gta4 website
Beware Of Cheat Codes For the Xbox 360
The Xbox 360 is the winner.-The old 2 dimensional video games have lost their excitement and charm. Now it is the Xbox 360 that is gaining great popularity. The game is very competitive to play.
New Street Fighter IV Screens Reveal More Than Ever Before
Some of the most incredible Street Fighter IV screens I have seen to date were just released.
Xbox 360 - 50 Hot Games for 2008!
You thought 2007 was a good year with so many AAA record setting games, but 2007 was just a warm up act. 2008 is gonna be HUGE! OXM's March issue is in the mail now and in newsstands next week with 50 Hot Games for 2008! Games you'll be playing this year!
3 Tips To Fix Your Xbox 360
Is there a minor problem with your Xbox 360? Don't be worried you won't have to send it to the company for repairs and wait for weeks and sometimes months before it returns. This is the right place to learn a few tricks to fix the Xbox yourself.
Xbox 360 Gaming Console
When you finally own an Xbox 360 premium gold pack video game system+3 you would realize that you have one of the most powerful technologies in the world.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
First Downloadable Content for Mass Effect
To date, over 1.6 million gamers have explored the engaging sci-fi universe of "Mass Effect." Beginning on 10th March, fans everywhere will be able to expand the "Mass Effect" experience with the release of the first ever downloadable content for the award-winning saga.
Mass Effect gains more mass with downloadable content
When a group of Batarian extremists in the Asgard system attack and hijack an asteroid station, directing it on a collision course to strike the nearby world of Terra Nova, Shepard is tasked with preventing a planetary catastrophe that could lead to the loss of millions of innocent colonists.
XBOX waterjet art
A few days ago, some friends of mine from Microsoft stopped by with some junk X-Box circuit boards. So, we stuck them under the machine, and cut them to bits.
Adidas releases limited edition Halo sneakers
Branded with futuristic Halo styling, embossed weapon imagery, and near vomit-inducing Velcro toe straps (presumably to hold on to while Adidas, Microsoft and Bungie take turns shafting the wearer), these blue monstrosities thankfully fall into the 'strictly limited' category of Halo cash-ins, with Adidas only having produced a mere 100 pairs.
Xbox 360 Accessories Are Great
Xbox 360 has a variety of accessories to choose from. Here is a brief look at some of them.
JumpIn Mobile taking Social Networking to your mobile phone
JumpIn ( www.jumpinmobile.com ) is having having our Cutest Valentine's image contest. The person who submitts the image with the most votes by Feb. 14th at midnight wins the Xbox, it's that easy. All you need to do is visit our site on your pc or mobilephone and register for free, follow the instructions and get those votes. Good Luck!
Xbox 360 Gets 20% Price Cut in Japan
Sales of the Xbox 360 in Japan have been struggling, so Microsoft is looking to lower the price for its Arcade version to boost sales. The price will be cut 20 percent, from 34,800 yen ($325) to 27,800 yen ($260).Microsoft's Arcade version is $269.99 at most retailers in the U.S., but sales haven't been as tough for the American company.
Xbox 360 Gets 20% Price Cut in Japan
Sales of the Xbox 360 in Japan have been struggling, so Microsoft is looking to lower the price for its Arcade version to boost sales. The price will be cut 20 percent, from 34,800 yen ($325) to 27,800 yen ($260).Microsoft's Arcade version is $269.99 at most retailers in the U.S., but sales haven't been as tough for the American company.
Xbox 360 Gets 20% Price Cut in Japan
Sales of the Xbox 360 in Japan have been struggling, so Microsoft is looking to lower the price for its Arcade version to boost sales. The price will be cut 20 percent, from 34,800 yen ($325) to 27,800 yen ($260).Microsoft's Arcade version is $269.99 at most retailers in the U.S., but sales haven't been as tough for the American company.
Video Game Jocks Episode 74
In this episode we talk about Sony Turning a Profit, COD 4 DLC, XBLA Size Limits, GDC Predictions, Super Tuesday, We Answer Your Listener Mail and More!
Army of Two Trailer: Two vs. Two
gamearistocrat.com posts the new Army of Two trailer. Come check out the hawt two on two action...
Mass Effect DLC Coming for XBOX 360 on March 7
An all new content pack for Mass Effect will be hitting XBOX Live Marketplace in early March.
Devil May Cry 4 Give Away!
Grand prize winners will receive Xbox 360 console, copy of the game and more. 10 Complimentary prizes of the game, faceplates and T-shirts!
DLC Coming to Mass Effect
Microsoft and Bioware have announced today that Mass Effect will now include downloadable content.
Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player Price Slashed
I hear that the video format battle is still raging - with no distinct winner between Blu-Ray and HD-DVD emerging just yet. To spice things up a bit, Microsoft have just dropped the price of their Xbox 360 HD DVD Player - from RRP $249.95 to half-price, $129.95, effective immediately! You also get a bonus HD-DVD copy of Peter Jackson's King Kong.
Rock Band Rock Your Party Weekend Feb 8-10
Wanna play someone from the dev team of Rock Band? Your chance is coming soon... Check the story for a complete list of Rock Band Dev gamer tags.
Microsoft Bites Back - lowers Xbox HD DVD player cost
Check out the 5 free videos offer - its new (updated) along with the lower HD DVD player price
Float Like a Butteryfly, Sting like....... a WTF is this????
Heres new Video of "Butterfly Garden" the New XBLA game soon to be released. Just from the first looks it's almost like the total opposite of Warhawk... lol
Conker and Jade Empire NOT Coming to XBL After All
The rumor mill started working overtime when Microsoft put some box art on its public press ftp site...check out why.
Official Call Of Duty 4 Tourney Sign-up
Platform Nation is Having a Call of Duty 4 Tournament!! Come join for chance to win one of a bunch of prizes!
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
New Xbox Originals games coming next week
Monday was deemed "Xbox Originals Day" recently, and it appears that next Monday will bring three new games to the online store. The 11th February will be ...
The Mass Effect and Fox News debacle
Gaetano Prestia of blogcritics.org talks about the recent debacle about Mass Effect and Fox News regarding the misconceived perception that the non-gaming public have on video-games.
Xbox 360 Elite Turned into Halo 3 Laptop
Modder Ben Heck (aka Bengamin J. Heckendorn) dazzles. He's got the uncanny ability to take things, and turn them into other things. Pretty things, at that!
First Look At Rock Band's Stage Kit
Pre-order boxes for Rock Band's Stage Kit have begun turning up, giving us our first look at the all-in-one device.
Week in Games: Devil May Cry 4 Edition
We've got some good titles coming out this week ready to steal my hard earned money. Devil May Cry 4 is definitely on my list and I'm kind of curious about this Assassin's Creed game on the DS.
Forza Motorsport 2, Non-Racer Fun 2
Forza Motorsport 2 is perhaps one of the prettiest racing games to date, but is pretty enough to get a "non-racing" gamer to play it? Probably not. I would never proclaim that I am a racing god, but in some instances I can hold my own...
Inside Xbox comes to Canada
Canadians have been waiting to get Inside Xbox since it launched in the US and the UK, and now we've finally been blessed!
Read GamePro's "Nonsense" Gears of War 2 Article
Yeah, that overhyped Gears of War 2 GamePro article has been trashed by Epic honcho Mark Rein, who called the article "complete nonsense." Since the developer hasn't given the magazine an exclusive, what the hizzy heck does the article actually say?
Army of Two : Bling Your Guns
Electronic Arts today announced in a developer diary the ability to gold, silver, and platinum plate your guns in its upcoming Army of Two shooter for the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. It got me thinking...... the youtube videos for this game are going to be insane. WESSSTTTSIIIDEEE!
Portable XBox 360 Elite Laptop Is Legit
It also has a built-in Xbox Live camera and is pretty much the most beautiful thing I've ever seen.
3 NEW games coming to Xbox Originals
Looks like we got some hot games heading are way, Microsoft's confirmed that BLACK, Ninja Gaiden Black and Sid Meier's Pirates! are going to be made available in the Xbox Originals section of America's Live Marketplace on February 11. For more Games, Achievements,Modding Tutorials, XboxLive Leaderboards visit www.360-hq.com
GameInformer Gives DMC4 9/10 Xbox360
'll just get this out of the way: Nero is awesome. Any reservations fans may have about the young upstart replacing Dante as the main hero will evaporate in the first hour of Devil May Cry 4. Nero delivers all of the combo-driven action you would expect from this series, but...
Call of Duty 4 Gametage Archive
Gametage (Game montage) collection from Call of Duty 4 (Modern Warfare) for the Xbox 360.
Rocking out with Rock Band: 2/5/07 DLC Review
The guys over at AnandTech dish the dirt on the latest Rock Band downloadable content.
Call of Duty 4 Modern Warfare Weapon list
the collection of call of duty 4 weapons and which ranks you get them... there is also a list of the gold weapons
Bungie's next game "totally different" from Halo
In its latest podcast, Halo developer Bungie has revealed that its next game will be "something totally different" from what the developer's fans know the studio for.
I’m obsessed with Burnout Paradise!
Yes it's sad, I know. I'm utterly obsessed with Burnout Paradise. Why, you ask? It must be because it's a kick ass game that is non-stop fun. I spent almost 2 hours tonight just driving around Paradise City finding billboards and roadblocks to smash.
Devil May Cry 4 Achievements Full List
Devil May Cry 4 was released today on Xbox 360. Follow the link for the full achievements listing plus other info including screenshots, videos and news. There are 46 achievements with a total of 1000 points available. For more Achievements, Tutorials, Forums, Games, Screenshots, Xbox Live Leaderboards and Gamerscore tracking visit www.360-hq.com
Lost Odyssey Achievements Full List
Lost Odyssey is to be released February 12 on Xbox 360. Follow the link for the full achievements listing plus other info including screenshots, videos and news. There are 36 achievements with a total of 1000 points available. For more Achievements, Tutorials, Forums, Games, Gamerscore tracking and Xbox Live leaderboards visit www.360-hq.com
Hey, wanna make out with some young boys?
Then Bully: Scholarship Edition is the right game for you! The game is coming out early next month for the 360 (and Wii), but IGN has revealed the 38 achievements the revamped title provides. One of them titled "Over the Rainbow", earns you 20 points for kissing 20 boys.
BaldGuys Kills Dinosaurs (Turok Xbox360 Review)
It seems like the entire dinosaurs point in life consists of knocking you on the ground and turning your screen red just long enough for you to pull out your knife and gore them in over-emphasized cut scene of blood drenched glory. Of course that's only when you aren't wobbling all over the place like a drunken sailor.
Let Me Rephrase That - And now the Shipping Forecast
An interesting blog about the shipping forecast, some advice on Forza Motorsport 2 and a video of some Ferraris. What a variety!
Monday, February 4, 2008
XBOX 360 Arcade Hitting Japan in March
Japan will get the XBOX 360 Arcade pack next month, signifying that Microsoft is yet to give up hope in a country where they just can't seem to develop a strong base.
Street Fighter IV: A Closer Look
Perhaps not since The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker has a simple unveiling stirred up so much emotion and controversy in a gaming community. The reasoning was simple; Street Fighter has made past attempts to step into the 3D world, in the Street Fighter EX series, and each attempt was a miserable failure ...
An Early Look At Fable 2 Achievements
The currently unnamed achievements run the gamut from story-driven milestones to those won in combat to a handful of "secret" gamerscore boosters. Go here for more: http://community.lionhead.com/blogs/fable_2_development/archive/2008/02/03/2844490.aspx
Achievements, What Achievements?
So, I'm in charge of them and if you hate them all, it's my fault. Yet again, I am sworn to secrecy on 'what' the specific achievements are, but I can babble on why we have chosen the types of achievements we have.
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfar 4 Downloadable Maps On The Way
Call of Duty 4: Modern Combat downloadable maps are on the way for XBOX 360 and Playstation 3!
The Swoozie Show Live Tonight
The Swoozie Show is a live video gaming show featuring DOA4 X-Box star Adande "sWooZie" Thorne of the Los Angeles compLexity. The show is live every Monday night at 8:00 EST and replays are put on the site after the show.
COD4 Downloadable Maps on the Way for PS3, Xbox 360
Fresh intel from Activision reports that new global conflicts are planned in the form of downloadable multiplayer maps for Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.
Game Modder Builds His Own Xbox 360 Laptop
The hacker known as "Ben Heck," whose previous mods include handheld versions of the PlayStation 2, the Sega Genesis, and the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), has turned his attention to the Xbox 360, with envy-inducing results.
Compare Playstation 3 to XBox 360
Direct comparisons of the features on the two Playstation 3 systems to the features on the four X-Box 360 systems. Resources for finding good deals.
Compare Playstation 3 to XBox 360
Direct comparisons of the features on the two Playstation 3 systems to the features on the four X-Box 360 systems. Resources for finding good deals.
Exciting New Trailer for Faith and a .45
Faith and a .45 looks to add one more title to the Western genre of gaming. Granted, it's not exactly the "Old West" in the traditional sense...
[MS] Conflict Denied Ops [REGION FREE][XBOX360]
megashare links for the game. Other forum links open to guests for now- worth checking out.
JetBlk's Verdict: Franchise Re-evaluation
As the 2008 CGS Region 1 approaches, the six franchise general managers will be facing some tough decisions. Each GM will have to decide who on his or her team will stay, and who will be released back into the draft. Nick "JetBlk" Shaw looks into each franchise to analyze who will likely not be back with their franchise for the 2008 season.
New COD4 maps on the way
Activision and Infinity Ward have announced that new multiplayer maps for COD4 are on the way... sometime...
Call of Duty 4 Downloadable Maps Announced
Activision today announced to release few downloadable maps for Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.
PlayStation3 to pass 360's sales this year, says EA
Electronic Arts has just released predicted hardware sales for the coming year, with the Xbox 360 predicted to sell between 6 to 8 million units in North America and Europe, while the PS3 is expected to shift 9.5 to 11.5 million units.
Epic vs. Skilcon Knights: The Saga Continues
When last we left our heroes, Silicon Knights ("SK") and Epic, the motion to dismiss had been denied and discovery was on the horizon. …a number of Unreal 3 licensees have been subpoenaed with respect to their license agreements. …I thought I would attempt to offer a little insight on the possible strategy behind this move.
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Microsoft Dreams of the 360 being the new PS2
Hardly discussed is each competitor's goal: to reach or exceed the success of the PS2. It could even be said that Sony assumes that the PS3 will be its successor. Thus far, Nintendo is on (click on the link to read more)
[RS][FF] Devil May Cry 4 - [REGION FREE][XBOX360]
Working Devil May Cry 4 links for xbox360 just released, grab them now before they go! Sweet forum with other free links as well.
Xbox Evolved Rumor Knock-out!
Xbox Evolved follows up on some rumors about a certain Rareware FPS, gets info about the fate of the Xbox 360 HD DVD player, price drops for the Xbox 360, and more.
How to spoof an xbox 360 drive
This tutorial teaches you how to swap DVD drives in 360's in case you have a RRoD xbox and a dead drive xbox, make a good, working one.
Frontlines: Fuel Of War - Xbox 360
Frontlines: Fuel of War is an open-world first-person shooter set on the frontlines of tomorrow. As society succumbs to a worldwide energy crisis, a new global depression takes hold. Players assume the role of an elite soldier in the Western Coalition Army on an epic crusade against the Red Star Alliance.
Lost Odyssey - Xbox 360
Lost Odyssey is the story of Kaim, an immortal character who has lived more than 1,000 years. He doesn't remember his past, and he doesn't know where his future lies. Throughout Kaim's journey, a handful of characters will join him on an odyssey to discover their intricate past and destiny, leading players through a dramatic story of massive scale.
Xbox 360 version of Unreal Tournament Update
Mark Rein reports that Unreal Tournament 3 is up and running on the Xbox 360. Actually, he says it's been running on it just fine. The (click on the link to read more)
Gamepro lastest issue: Gears Of War 2?
Look what I found the latest issue of Gamepro. Does this means Gears Of War 2 coming out sometime this year?
Rez HD [Review]
Rez HD is a interesting take on the arcade shooter genre from the same guy that brought us Lumines Live and Every Extend Extra Extreme. Get ready to dive into a highly stylized trance music shooter that lets you "vibrate" to the music.
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (Xbox 360) - Enjoy sensational mom
It is time to rejoice! The Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (Xbox 360) with newer additions and more advanced gaming options is on the market for giving a more sensational gaming experience. Especially exciting game like soccer with more realistic touches is ready for users. See what extra this gaming console has to offer!
Xbox Evolved’s (Belated) Best of 2007!
Xbox Evolved staff runs down what was the best of the best, and gives the top ten games of 2007!
This Week on XBLA: Poker Smash (+ Trailer)
Poker Smash is a blazing fast puzzle game with a poker twist! Developed by industry veterans with a passion for games, Poker Smash delivers with stunning visuals and insanely addictive gameplay.
Rez HD Review
This week Rez HD was released on the Xbox Live Arcade and I can imagine you have a few questions you'll be asking. Is it a good game or is it the most overrated game ever? Will it compare to the originals? Will that add anything new to the formula? To save you some time, [...]
Xbox only - Lost Odyssey on pre-order now
Lost Odyssey is a MMORPG with elements of RPG, with art by famous Japanese manga artist Takehiko Inoue and music by Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu
How to copy Xbox 360 Games, make your own game backups
Rent then copy XBox 360 games, build your game library into enormous proportions! Never pay for Xbox 360 games again with exclusive xbox 360 game backup software.
Halo 3 Sniping Bug.
Ok so how many times has this happened to you? Your playing a game on halo 3 with snipers and you shoot someone in the head 2 or 3 times and the don't die. This has happened to me several times and its usually in the same spot that it happened to this guy.
Not really a glitch, but still
many people collect odd things, like pillows in Morrowind, or keys, or even houses, but while trying to drop an item from my collection while playing Oblivion, i noticed that when dropped, paintbrushes just float in mid air. you can use them as ladders! i recommend saving, though after each jump. you wont want to suffer from a nasty fall
US: Win a Xbox 360 for Downloading a Theme from Marketplace
Don't miss your chance at these great prizes—all you need to do is download the free Oceanic Arilines Theme Pack from Xbox LIVE® Marketplace to enter. Before registering for the sweepstakes, make sure your Xbox LIVE account information is accurate! Potential winners will be notified by the contest administrator. More info at the link.
What Gears of War 2 Needs
Although the first game was amazing, there are some additions that we hope make it into the sequel
Gears of War 2 New map "Silent Night" | Game updates (Pics)
Gears of War 2 just might include: Unreal 3.5 engine, 4 new weapons, Twice the size, Controllable Air vehicles As Well as News of a New map in progress called "Silent Night" (With Pictures within post)
GOW Credits | Possible Sneak peak monster for GOW 2?
The very last image that you see in the ending of Gears of War before the credits roll is not a Reaver. It isn't even a Locust that we've seen before. Our guess is that this is a glimpse of Gears of War 2, which we all know is coming.
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