by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2006 @ 1:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Lost Planet is a sci-fi action shooter set within the merciless frozen tundra of a hostile planet, humans struggle for survival as conflicts arise between man, the surrounding indigenous creatures and the monstrous beings that have invaded. Capcom has released a 220mb multiplayer demo, allowing you to try out 1 map (unless you pre-order, then you get an unlock code for a 2nd map)
by Alicia on Nov. 23, 2006 @ 12:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Eragon brings the upcoming movie based on the hit book to all of the major consoles, and PC. Take Eragon and a sidekick through at least 18 levels of action. Play alone or cooperate with a friend to beat up enemies, solve puzzles, cast spells, and soar through the air in dragon-flight sequences.
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2006 @ 11:59 p.m. PST | Filed under
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XCM has released the first information about the XFPS 360, a device that will allow you to hook up a mouse & keyboard to your Xbox 360. Not only that it also gives your standard X360 controller an auto fire function, and even allows you to hook up the PS2's Dual shock 2. While this is not an officially licensed product it must be a sure welcome for FPS fans, especially with upcoming PC/Xbox 360 titles offering cross platform multiplayer functionality.
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2006 @ 10:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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War World, aka War world: Tactical Combat, is the battleground where ancient enemies must settle age old conflicts through clashes of mechanized warriors in a unique combination of all-out action and active strategy. Third Wave Games' CEO Morten Brodersen confirmed that it received approval from Microsoft to bring its mech game, previously released on PC, to XBLA, somewhere early 2007.
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2006 @ 8:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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On its one-year anniversary, Xbox 360 will digitally deliver an initial lineup of TV shows and movies to gamers in the U.S. via Xbox Live, such as CSIs, Studio 60, NCIS, Star Trek, Chapelle Show, South Park, UFC fights, and movies such as Perfect Storm, Patriot Games and more ...
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2006 @ 5:49 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Voting for Week One of Amazon Customers Vote ended late last night with more than 84 % of holiday shoppers voting for the Xbox 360 core system at the low price of $100. This deal will be available for purchase tomorrow, Thanksgiving Day November 23, 2006, beginning at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT
on Amazon.com.
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2006 @ 5:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
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KOEI announced that two of its previously PS3 exclusive titles Fatal Inertia, and Bladestorm: The Hundred Year's War are now also headed towards the X360, launching worldwide March 2007. Fatal Inertia will support 4 player online racing through Xbox Live.
by Nicolus Baslock on Nov. 21, 2006 @ 12:28 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Pull off moves only the pros perform as you replicate the styles of your favorite NBA players. Elevate to the rim for an electrifying dunk and bring the crowd to its feet, or look to your superstars to shift momentum with the game on the line.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 1:42 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Gastronaut Studios's frantic multiplayer brawling game Small Arms” will be available for download on Xbox Live Arcade for Xbox 360 beginning Wednesday, November 22, after 0800 GMT (1:00 a.m. PST) for the usual 800 Microsoft points.
by Evan Lahti on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 1:56 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged provides a taste of the Xbox Live Arcade experience for gamers everywhere, with a great collection of new and original casual games that are fun, engaging, and easy to learn and pick up and play.
by Geson Hatchett on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 1:49 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Based on Nickelodeon's hottest new show, fans will play as Aang, Katara, Sokka and Haru as they grow into an unstoppable team utilizing the kung fu inspired bending arts through the Avatar universe. Players will explore the four Avatar nations in beautifully detailed environments and battle new enemies.
by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2006 @ 9:28 a.m. PST | Filed under
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For the first time since its launch Halo 2 is not the
most played game on Xbox Live. Last week there was some controversy by adding Halo 2 to the Xbox 360 list, but this week it is clear, Gears of War reigns supreme and dethroned Bungie's sequel. Even if the Xbox 360 list and the original Xbox list were combined, then Gears of War would be the top Xbox Live title.
by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2006 @ 9:13 a.m. PST | Filed under
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NCAA March Madness 07 debuts on the X360 with a strategic basketball gameplay experience and all-new interactive environments that capture the intensity and atmosphere that characterize college basketball. A few days earlier than announced, a free for all demo is now available on Xbox Live Marketplace, featuring No. 1 ranked Florida against the No. 2 Kansas Jayhawks.
by Andrew Hayward on Nov. 18, 2006 @ 1:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Tony Hawk’s Project 8 immerses players in the definitive skateboarding experience using ultra-realistic graphics, enhanced physics and extremely responsive controls that simulate the feeling of skating with every trick and bail.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2006 @ 3:05 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Thrillville queue-jumps previous theme-park games with its access-all-areas pass to adventure and enjoyment, placing a fully interactive and customisable amusement park at your fingertips. LucasArts asked amusement-park aficionados everywhere to
vote for their favorite parks in the United States. The clear winner: Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, VA and Tampa, FL.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2006 @ 3:13 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Rainbow Six Vegas Rainbow operatives take to the chaotic streets of Las Vegas as an escalating terrorist siege in "Sin City" threatens to take world terrorism to new, uncontrollable heights. Ubisoft has released a 985MB MP demo, featuring Attack and Defend and Terro Hunt modes. Available only for Gold members, until 24th November.
by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2006 @ 4:03 p.m. PST | Filed under
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NCAA March Madness 07 debuts on the Xbox 360 with a strategic basketball gameplay experience and all-new interactive environments that capture the intensity and atmosphere that characterize college basketball. A demo will be available on Xbox Live Marketplace on November 20, featuring No. 1 ranked Florida against the No. 2 Kansas Jayhawks.
by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2006 @ 9:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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EA announced that C&C 3: Tiberium Wars is in development for the X360, boasting an intuitive console-specific control scheme, fast-action strategy gameplay, deep single player campaign, and an immersive multiplayer experience featuring massive battles where you take control of large armies on the battlefield of the future.
by Thomas Leaf on Nov. 15, 2006 @ 5:53 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Gears of War blends the best of tactical action games with the best of survival horror titles, thrusting gamers into the harrowing story of humankind's battle for survival against the Locust Horde, creating cinematic, high-definition visuals so intense and powerful, it feels like the gamers are controlling a blockbuster action movie.
by Rainier on Nov. 15, 2006 @ 5:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Superman Returns: The Videogame, you explore and protect the truly living city of Metropolis, one that is not only expansive (with 80 sq miles and over 9,000 buildings), but also changes dynamically with you as you affect gameplay. EA has released a 900mb demo (five missions contained in two chapters), now available on Xbox Live Marketplace, but only for Gold members, until Nov 22nd.
by Rainier on Nov. 15, 2006 @ 3:56 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Midway's classic space shooter is back! Now for the first time you can play Defender on Xbox Live. Protect the humans on the planet surface by destroying the invading alien abductors. Two versions, the classic game in its untouched original form and a graphically enhanced version, available for 400 points.
by Rainier on Nov. 15, 2006 @ 3:48 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Thrillville queue-jumps previous theme-park games with its access-all-areas pass to adventure and enjoyment, placing a fully interactive and customisable amusement park at your fingertips, allowing you to experience the joys of creating and playing within their very own theme park.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2006 @ 12:59 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Thrillville queue-jumps previous theme-park games with its access-all-areas pass to adventure and enjoyment, placing a fully interactive and customisable amusement park at your fingertips, allowing you to experience the joys of creating and playing within their very own theme park.
by Rainier on Nov. 11, 2006 @ 9:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Thrillville queue-jumps previous theme-park games with its access-all-areas pass to adventure and enjoyment, placing a fully interactive and customisable amusement park at your fingertips, allowing you to experience the joys of creating and playing within their very own theme park.
by Andrew Hayward on Nov. 11, 2006 @ 6:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Need for Speed Carbon delivers the next generation of adrenaline-filled street racing and will challenge players to face the ultimate test of driving skill on treacherous canyon roads.