by Thomas on Jan. 23, 2002 @ 2:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
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THQ Inc. today unveiled Toxic Grind, a story-driven, mission-based BMX game for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft and Nintendo Gamecube. Set in the year 2097, players will assume the role of BMX rider Jason Hayes who has been forced to ride for his life with other riders on the set of a sadistic television game show entitled Toxic Grind. Toxic Grind is scheduled for release in the second half of 2002.
by Thomas on Jan. 23, 2002 @ 12:36 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Do you have what it takes to save humanity? Infogrames, a leading global publisher of interactive entertainment software, challenges gamers to defend the future this summer in Terminator: Dawn of Fate. Currently in development for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft and the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, Terminator: Dawn of Fate is the game that answers the question of what happened before the hugely popular Terminator movies.
by Thomas on Jan. 23, 2002 @ 10:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Collective send over eight bits of concept art with explanatory text and 24 screenshots. The game is set to introduce players to a new fantasy universe populated by some of the most spectacular creatures they have ever seen. Release date: Xb - 2003. No publisher for Wrath as yet. Check them out.
by Thomas on Jan. 22, 2002 @ 12:53 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Original, provoking and rich in storyline, Yager captures your imagination as you battle for your life in tomorrow’s hostile skies. But is all what it seems…? Keep your wits about you, and use what you learn, as your struggle evolves to become the fight against constitutional power, conspiracy and control.
by Thomas on Jan. 21, 2002 @ 11:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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We have some nice photos showing of the XBOX console and controller from various angles. Check them out below. Enjoy!
by Rainier on Jan. 19, 2002 @ 9:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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There is a new 11 Mb movie available for download from the Xbox version of Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3. Jump over to
Videogamespot to grab this one.
by Rainier on Jan. 19, 2002 @ 2:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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We missed this one a little bit earlier today and since we at WP all love RTCW we're bringing it .. late ;) Axis forces are primed for a Blitzkrieg into the console arena with the development of Return to Castle Wolfenstein™ for the PS2 computer entertainment system and the Xbox™ video game system from Microsoft.
by Rainier on Jan. 18, 2002 @ 7:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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UFC is the premier mixed martial arts event in the world. There are no flying chairs or unrealistic moves; spectators expect and demand to see true-to-life combat. Ultimate Fighting Championship is an ultra realistic, full contact fighting game that brings all styles of mixed martial arts together in the Octagon. With incredible deep offensive and defensive strategies, players can string limitless combos together and exploit the fighting technique that most suits their personal style. Featuring 22 of the UFC’s top fighters, gamers will experience the full intensity of this incredible sport where every move has real consequences.
by Thomas on Jan. 18, 2002 @ 5:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Experience the life of a pro surfer in the beautiful aquatic world of TransWorld Surf, available from Infogrames in early 2002 on the Xbox. InfoGrames tossed over 17 screenshots, which appear to be totally new. Or, at the very least, new-ish.
by Thomas on Jan. 17, 2002 @ 10:56 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Acclaim finally unveiled the latest entry in the Turok series, Turok Evolution, today at its Austin studio. Turok Evolution is currently slated for release this September for the Xbox, GameCube, and PlayStation 2. First screens below!
by Thomas on Jan. 17, 2002 @ 10:20 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Earlier today we tossed up the announcement for this new upcoming XBox title, MotoGP: Ultimate Racing Technology.. Now we bring you the screens! Read more below and enjoy!
by Thomas on Jan. 17, 2002 @ 7:54 p.m. PST | Filed under
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THQ Inc., today announced MotoGP: Ultimate Racing Technology for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft. Scheduled for release in summer 2002, MotoGP: Ultimate Racing Technology puts players in control of some of the fastest, most thrilling machines on two-wheels.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2002 @ 6:52 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Axis forces are primed for a Blitzkrieg into the console arena with the development of Return to Castle Wolfenstein for PS2 and Xbox, featuring unique design and technical modifications that take full advantage of each platform's advanced technology.
by Thomas on Jan. 17, 2002 @ 11:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Midway Games Inc., a leading software industry publisher and developer, announced today that SpyHunter, the all-new update of Midway's popular 1980s action-racing game, is in development and scheduled to ship this spring for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft and Nintendo GameCube. SpyHunter shipped for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system on Sept. 24, 2001.
by Thomas on Jan. 16, 2002 @ 10:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Today
Gamespot posted up a new 5.9 Mb movie from the upcoming XBox title, Turok: Evolution.
Here it is!
by Thomas on Jan. 15, 2002 @ 2:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
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With preparations for World Cup 2002 well underway, Konami of Europe (KOE) is preparing a virtual football treat for all those who can't get enough of the beautiful game. It's a formidable line up and the new instalment of the ISS series will be available for PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube during the second quarter.
by Thomas on Jan. 9, 2002 @ 5:15 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sega Sports, the brand that continues to set new standards in sports gaming, today announced the release of "Sega Sports NFL 2K2" for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft, marking the first Sega Sports title to be released on this gaming console.
by Rainier on Jan. 8, 2002 @ 6:07 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft Corp. announced today at the 2002 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) that the Xbox™ video game system had one of the most successful launches in video game history. Microsoft sold 1.5 million units in North America between the Nov. 15 launch and the end of calendar year 2001. In addition, the NPD Group Inc. has reported that gamers bought more than three games with every Xbox system, the highest-ever game attach rate for a video game console launch.
by Thomas on Jan. 5, 2002 @ 10:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Hundreds of people who bought Microsoft's hot new Xbox gaming console over the holidays received defective systems, and some said they had to wait weeks and endure shoddy customer service before their systems were fixed.
by Thomas on Dec. 28, 2001 @ 2:25 p.m. PST | Filed under
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As demand for Xbox continues to grow, so does the portfolio of games available for Microsoft Corp.'s future-generation video game system. By the end of this year, 38 games will be available for Xbox enthusiasts, nearly double the number developed for Nintendo's GameCube. An immediate hit with consumers since its Nov. 15 launch, Xbox also is proving to be a hit with developers.
by Thomas on Dec. 27, 2001 @ 11:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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NPD has released new data on video games sales of Xbox software titles for the period of December 2nd through 15th.
by Rainier on Dec. 13, 2001 @ 7:20 p.m. PST | Filed under
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PS®2 owners will soon be able to hang ten on the same gnarly curls that until now, only Xbox® owners have enjoyed. Infogrames, Inc., a global publisher of interactive entertainment software, announced today that the genre-defining action sports game, TransWorld Surf™, will make its PS 2 debut in Spring 2002. Falling under the newly reinvented Atari brand, TransWorld Surf for PS 2 will include an exclusive new location and multiplayer mode as well as updated surfer licenses.
by Rainier on Dec. 11, 2001 @ 3:41 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Lace up your boots, grab your snowboard and get ready for an adrenaline rush as EA announced today it's shipping SSX Tricky for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft.
by Thomas on Dec. 9, 2001 @ 10:10 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft Corp. today announced that Microsoft® Xbox™ video game system has surpassed the 1 million mark in shipments, with 1.1 million units "sold-in" to retailers. These sell-in results build on the spectacular Xbox sell-through rate for the system's first two weeks of launch.
by Rainier on Dec. 5, 2001 @ 12:46 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Xbox (TM) video game system from Microsoft Corp. had the best-selling video game console launch on record after two weeks of sales, according to The NPD Group Inc., the definitive source for sales and market data on the video game industry. Attach Rate for Xbox Launch Is Highest Ever; Weekly Shipments of Xbox Systems Ensures Strong Sales Through Holiday Season