by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2007 @ 11:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sensible World of Soccer draws on the '96/'97 original to recreate one of the most influential games of all time in HD. Challenge friends over Xbox Live, kick it solo in Career mode or flex your managerial muscles by leading a team to the Champions league! After being
pulled earlier this week for a multiplayer bug, Sensible World of Soccer is available on Xbox Live Arcade
by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2007 @ 2:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Dark Messiah of Might and Magic: Elements, players will be introduced to the dark and unforgiving world of Ashan, scarred by a bloody history and threatened by the apocalyptic prophecy of the Dark Messiah. Ubisoft has released a single/multiplayer demo for its action/RPG, now available on Xbox Live.
by Chris Lawton on Dec. 19, 2007 @ 2:46 a.m. PST | Filed under
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WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 features eight unique styles, each having its own strategy and exclusive attributes, new rosters, more environmental hot spots, improved out-of-ring action, enhanced online community support and much more.
by Reggie Carolipio on Dec. 18, 2007 @ 1:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Soldier of Fortune Payback continues with the organization know as The Shop where players take on the role of a hired mercenary, blasting their way through high-intensity combat situations in the world's most dangerous hot spots in the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe.
by Rainier on Dec. 17, 2007 @ 3:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Witcher is an action RPG, combining features of such games as Dungeon Siege, Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance, Gothic and Neverwinter Nights, incorporating a simple-yet-interesting game system, along with a complex plot and attractive 3D graphics. While CD Project has currently no official projects in the works, it seems the polish developer is
looking for an Xbox 360 programmer, maybe to port its recently released action RPG to X360.
MX vs. ATV Untamed features bigger, more populated outdoor open-world environments, an X-cross career mode showcasing all eight vehicles and the all-new EnduroCross mode pitting gamers against logs, rocks, mud-pits and more, and illustrating the full potential of the game's Rhythm Racing physics engine.
by Rainier on Dec. 14, 2007 @ 3:16 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft released the X360 HD DVD Emulator, enabling film studios and disc authoring companies to test the behavior of HD DVD disc content, including encoded video and HDi interactivity, in a virtual environment before committing to burning a single HD DVD disc.
by Rainier on Dec. 13, 2007 @ 3:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Burnout Paradise gives players license to wreak havoc in Paradise City, the ultimate seamless racing battleground, with a massive infrastructure of traffic-heavy roads to abuse. EA has released a 835MB demo, now available on Xbox Live. It will probably show up later today on PlayStation Network.
by R3X on Dec. 13, 2007 @ 3:25 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Need for Speed ProStreet boasts impeccable precision and impressively detailed photorealistic graphics, effectively transporting you to the center of the action. It pushes the "Autosculpt" technology to a new level, allowing you to directly impact your car's performance for the first time as well as personalize its appearance.
by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 4:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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As society succumbs to a worldwide energy crisis, a new global depression takes hold. Amidst this desperate backdrop, two superpower alliances emerge. Join the battle on the frontlines of tomorrow as the Western Coalition or the Red Star Alliance. THQ has released a 1.7GB demo on Xbox Live Marketplace.
by Rainier on Dec. 11, 2007 @ 2:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Halo 3 players will be able to continue the fight as Microsoft has released the Heroic Map Pack, three all new multiplayer maps for its recent sci-fi FPS, the first in a series of downloadable content from Bungie Studios to come via Xbox LIVE.
by Rainier on Dec. 11, 2007 @ 2:11 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Following a successful launch in the United States last year, all Xbox 360 owners connected to the internet in Canada, France, Germany, Ireland and the United Kingdom can now download to rent both high definition and standard definition movies direct to their console using Xbox LIVE Marketplace Video Store.
by Rainier on Dec. 10, 2007 @ 3:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Killer 7 developer Goichi Suda, who is currently working on No More Heroes for the Wii, has revealed in an interview with
Japanese magazine Dengeki that he might be looking at the Xbox 360 for his next project. When asked why, the Grasshopper founder said it was mainly due to the large fan base in North America, and that developing on the Xbox 360 would be a challenge, comparing it to "entering the Major Leagues."
by Geson Hatchett on Dec. 6, 2007 @ 6:14 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Halo 3 players will be able to continue the fight as Microsoft announced three all new multiplayer maps to be released on Dec. 11 as part of the Heroic Map Pack, the first in a series of downloadable content from Bungie Studios to come via Xbox LIVE.
by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 4:39 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Culdcept SAGA features online competitive gameplay via Xbox Live, combining the thrilling luck and strategy of a board game with the depth of a trading card game to create a unique twist on traditional turn-based play. Namco Bandai has released a demo allowing you to try out the first map of the game as well as multiplayer matches for up to four players.
Kane & Lynch: Dead Men is a violent and chaotic journey of two men — a flawed mercenary and a medicated psychopath — and their brutal attitude towards right and wrong. This volatile partnership combined with innovative technologies allow for an unparalleled gaming experience.
by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 3:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft announced that the Xbox Live Marketplace Video Store will open for business in the UK, Ireland, France and Germany on 11th December. Standard definition movies will cost 250 MS Points, while the HD versions will set you back 380 MS Points.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2007 @ 1:05 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Battle your way through the LEGO Star Wars universe playing online co-op via Xbox Live and get a chance to win the sinister black starship Rogue Shadow, awarded every hour throughout the weekend of Dec. 7-9. One lucky winner will be awarded the grand prize, a true collectible and faithful replica of the LEGO Death Star II.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2007 @ 11:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Timed with the Xbox LIVE Fall Update, Arcade Hits can be found within the Xbox LIVE Arcade section of the new Game Store, making it easier than ever to build a library of great downloadable games, and offering some of the best-selling Xbox LIVE Arcade games at permanently reduced prices.
by Redmond Carolipio on Dec. 3, 2007 @ 1:58 a.m. PST | Filed under
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CoD 4: Modern Warfare is a new action-thriller that will arm gamers with the most advanced and powerful arsenal of modern day firepower to fight a new war in the world’s most treacherous hot spots.
by Rainier on Nov. 30, 2007 @ 5:04 p.m. PST | Filed under
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After a few PC patches, SouthPeak Interactive has release a title update for the Xbox 360 edition of Artificial Studios' 4-player co-op online-enabled action game Monster Madness: Battle for Suburbia, adjust controls, fixing level issues, improving framerate, tweaking weapons, and more...
by Anthony Chambers on Nov. 30, 2007 @ 12:56 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Barry B. Benson, a bee who has just graduated from college, is disillusioned at his lone career choice: making honey. On a special trip outside the hive, Barry's life is saved by Vanessa, a florist in New York City. As their relationship blossoms, he discovers humans actually eat honey, and subsequently decides to sue them.
by Chris Lawton on Nov. 29, 2007 @ 3:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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For the first time you will have the freedom to define your own character, story and style based on the choices you make, the paths you choose and the style of skating you use on the proving grounds from Philadelphia and Baltimore to Washington, D.C.
by Rainier on Nov. 28, 2007 @ 1:39 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Atari announced that Tempest, Battlezone and Warlords will also be hitting the Xbox Live Arcade soon, each with 12 achievements, support for up to 1080p as well as full-screen anti-aliasing and digital surround sound. Even better, Warlords and Battlezone will feature online multiplayer and support for the Xbox Live Camera, enabling players to watch live video of their opponents.
by Rainier on Nov. 28, 2007 @ 10:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft announced that it is releasing its classic board game Chessmaster Live on the Xbox Live Arcade for the Xbox 360 with all-new twists.