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June 25th, 2008, 19:14 Posted By: Shrygue
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Microsoft has brushed off rumours of Xbox 360 receiving another price drop this autumn as "rumour and speculation."
We've heard it a few times already but the next issue of EGM reports that MS will announce a price drop on 360 hardware this autumn. When exactly, isn't pinpointed.
The reports don't give any further details on how significant the drop might be, or to which SKUs, but they do say that Sony is also expected to follow with a cut of its own for PS3. It seems they could both after that magical price point of Wii.
As well as MS, who's keeping totally quiet on the matter, we pestered retailers who knew nothing of it and, in general, thought it highly unlikely considering the prices were only cut in March.
Sony was also unavailable for comment on the PS3 cut.
Update: As has been quite rightly pointed out in the comments, the US Xbox 360 has yet to receive a price cut like Europe. So maybe this could just be for North America?
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June 25th, 2008, 18:58 Posted By: wraggster
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Two military forces, Gion and the Federation are at war, as a soldier your fate is governed by circumstances which has nothing to do with your own will, so board your mobile suit, pick up some firearms and go to war.
There are two main modes of the game, the single mode and the multi-mode. The single mode is something like a practice mode where you travel across the world and take part in all sorts of missions. You are not allowed to choose your mobile suit for these missions, you can only take what is provided for you. These missions include attacking enemy bases, taking over the enemy's mobile suits and even open warfare.
After you have completed the single mode, its time to take on all the veteran pilots out there. A maximum of 10 players can participate in a multi-mode game through the Xbox360's. The ten of you can either split into two sides and make war against each other, conquer the territories of your opponents or get involved in an all out brawl where the single mobile suit that comes through the chaos is the victor.
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-2o8q.html
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June 25th, 2008, 18:50 Posted By: wraggster
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Action oriented gameplay that features intense “edge of your seat” thrills and twists
Immersive free-roaming, interactive environments intricately based on NYC’s Central Park
Episodic Structure: 30 to 40 minute episodes grip you in a constant, high level of intensity
Story written by Lorenzo Carcaterra (NY Times Bestselling author of “Sleepers” and “Apaches”)
Wide range weapons to destroy both enemy agents and eventually the source of the evil itself
Vehicles not only offer a means of transportation, but become actual game mechanics which are part of puzzles and solutions to in game challenges
Eden’s new TWILIGHT engine creates a lavishly detailed game world with highly realistic effects such as moisture, reflections and advanced cinematography
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The game that started the popular survival horror genre returns better than ever! Players control Edward Carnby, the main character from the original Alone in the Dark, on a thrilling journey through a dark and terrifying re-creation of New York’s Central Park where Carnby must discover the truth behind a dark conspiracy.
With inspiration from the presentation style of popular action TV dramas, Alone in the Dark will be split into a number of distinct episodes. With approximately 30-40 minutes of gameplay comprising each episode, the structure of Alone in the Dark pulls you into world that delivers a fiercely gripping and terrifying experience. Each time the player launches a saved game, the episode will begin with a video summary of the previous episode to quickly re-immerse the player in the story and removing the need to remember where they were or what they were doing. Every episode will close with a nail-biting cliff-hanger ending to rattle players’ nerves, and if the player is leaving the game a video teaser of the next episode will play to leave them wanting more.
Alone in the Dark will provide a complete next-generation, action packed experience within a highly detailed, free roaming environment, featuring a mixture of real-time physics and full environmental interaction. The game will mark a new beginning for the Alone in the Dark series.
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-2qpi.html
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June 25th, 2008, 18:41 Posted By: wraggster
New from Divineo China
- Double zippers for double strength
- Made of super soft and long-lasting airfoam material
- Protects tour controller from damage
- Compact and ergonomic design
- Perfectly fits your controller
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June 25th, 2008, 11:25 Posted By: Darksaviour69
From 1 up
We'll tell you what's up with Microsoft: new hardware options. It may sound totally insane -- trust us, we did a double-take the first time Qmann whispered it in our ears -- but word has it that Microsoft may begin allowing third-party manufacturers to create Xbox 360 hardware. And we're not talking about peripherals, people; we mean hardware that runs 360 game discs created by someone other than Microsoft. It's a novel way of dealing with that red ring issue, don't you think?
This might not be such a big deal as is sounds, as its been done before, Panasonic made a Gamecube with a DVD player called the Q that was released in Japan. Sega also licensed out Dreamcast technology to Pace (a European company that make the decoders for SKY tv), which ultimately never got past the prototyping stage.
But an Xbox 360 with built-in Blu-ray support could be on the cards if this is true....
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June 24th, 2008, 20:45 Posted By: Shrygue
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Rockstar has released a new patch for GTA IV that should quash the majority of freezing and online connectivity issues on both the PS3 and 360 versions of the game.
The new patch, which should install itself next time you play the game with your console connected to the internet, tightens the nuts and bolts on many of the errors that had gamers in an uproar shortly after launch.
Here's the official list of repairs: - Fixed an issue where players were unable to enter or exit vehicles in GTA Race.
- Fixed an issue where scripted vehicles were causing games to unexpectedly crash.
- Improved reliability and frequency of PS3 online leaderboard updates.
- Fixed a rare hang some players encountered when moving from a Race or GTA Race lobby into gameplay.
- Fixed a hang that would occur when players were switching teams during the countdown in the lobby.
- Fixed an issue where players were able to get ridiculously high scores from Cops 'n Crooks matches.
- Changed GTA Race and Race so that the last player remaining always receives a reward of $250.
- Fixed an issue where spectating players would prevent the game from finishing.
- Fixed an issue where players were unable to spectate in Round 2 of Cops 'n Crooks games.
- Changed countdown timer in lobby so that it no longer resets when new players join a game.
- Changed the kick option so that kicked players are no longer brought back to single player.
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June 24th, 2008, 20:30 Posted By: Shrygue
via Eurogamer
BioShock lead programmer Chris Kline has said that "constantly messing up, and pushing dates" is "the only way to make a good game".
Speaking at GDC Paris this week, in comments recorded by Gamasutra, Kline explained that "BioShock should've failed."
"In fact, it did fail a lot, over the course of time," he added, pointing to "big mistakes and corrections and slipped ship dates".
Kline's contention, however, is that Irrational Games - these days known as 2K Boston - wouldn't have enjoyed so much success without learning things the hard way.
Examples include the need to emphasise the game's first-person shooter credentials - something that only really became clear after its first E3 showing - and a decision early on just to remake System Shock 2 with "all the things that kept it from being financially successful".
Like System Shock 2, BioShock debuted to huge critical acclaim - it currently has a Metacritic average of 96 on both Xbox 360 and PC, which means a lot to publishing types - and became the first shooter in some time to win credit for its narrative as well as its ambitious location and mechanics.
Just last week, an associate professor of classical studies at the University of Connecticut in the US said that BioShock was "capable of the depth of artistic-philosophical expression reached by the Iliad in the Choice of Achilles".
We didn't say exactly that, but it was on the tip of Kristan's tongue throughout his review, probably.
BioShock 2, developed by 2K Marin, is currently in development, while a PS3 version of the original is due out this year.
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June 24th, 2008, 13:26 Posted By: Darksaviour69
Check your inboxes because Ubisoft Shanghai has sent out a second batch of invites for Tom Clancy's EndWar Private Beta. If you were one of the lucky one (like me) you will be asked to login to www.endwarbeta.com to get your keycode.
Also included in the email is this message from the developer
Before you get started we do have one key request. Currently many players are selecting the Joint Strike Force (JSF) as their faction. For testing purposes we ask that you join either the European Federation Enforcers Corps (EFEC) or the Russian Spetsnaz Guard Brigade (SGB) when you play the beta. This will ensure a better play experience for everyone involved and will be a huge help to the EndWar dev team.
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June 24th, 2008, 11:51 Posted By: Darksaviour69
Today is a monumental day in Grand Theft Auto IV history, a historic date that'll be scrapbooked by gamers the world over (even though scrapbooking is so 2002). Today's monumental occasion is none other than the release date of GTAIV's first patch, huzzah! The patch has already been released as a title update and will be insta-downloaded the next time you plop in GTAIV while connected to Live. Curious to know what's all getting patched?
GTAIV Patch Updates and Fixes
* Fixed an issue where players were unable to enter or exit vehicles in GTA Race.
* Fixed an issue where scripted vehicles were causing games to unexpectedly crash.
* Improved reliability and frequency of PS3™ online leaderboard updates.
* Fixed a rare hang some players encountered when moving from a Race or GTA Race lobby into gameplay.
* Fixed a hang that would occur when players were switching teams during the countdown in the lobby.
* Fixed an issue where players were able to get ridiculously high scores from Cops 'n Crooks matches.
* Changed GTA Race and Race so that the last player remaining always receives a reward of $250.
* Fixed an issue where spectating players would prevent the game from finishing.
* Fixed an issue where players were unable to spectate in Round 2 of Cops 'n Crooks games.
* Changed countdown timer in lobby so that it no longer resets when new players join a game.
* Changed the kick option so that kicked players are no longer brought back to single player.
Source: xbox360fanboy
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June 24th, 2008, 10:14 Posted By: Darksaviour69
This week, two new arcade games are coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade:
In SEGA's Happy Tree Friends False Alarm, take charge of a new 3-D version of Lumpy as you set out to rescue your friends from various disasters in ten levels.
Levels include Mine Shaft, Candy Factory, and the Museum. Avoid harmful items as Lumpy tries to help his Happy Tree Friends escape.
Happy Tree Friends will be available for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated M for Mature by the ESRB.
In Ticket to Ride from Next Level Games, Inc., race your opponents from city to city as you plan routes across the country to become the most travelled player.
Choose from different levels of play depending on your skill level if playing against the A.I. or play against your friends (up to 3) locally or (up to 5)on Xbox LIVE.
Ticket to ride will be available for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.
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June 24th, 2008, 01:01 Posted By: wraggster
New from SuccessHK
In the Kung Fu Panda video game, players embark on an epic, action-packed adventure as they master the specialized Kung Fu fighting styles of Po the Panda, the unlikely hero, his teacher Shifu, and the legendary Kung Fu masters, the Furious Five: Monkey, Tigress, Viper, Mantis and Crane. Through 13 legendary levels from the movie and beyond, and spanning land, water and air, players must work their way to become the Dragon Warrior and defeat the ultimate enemy, Tai Lung, as they battle a variety of foes, overcome dangerous obstacles, navigate multi-tiered environments and solve challenging puzzles. Featuring a deep variety of gameplay, unique co-op and competitive multiplayer modes, collectibles, and a host of character upgrades, the Kung Fu Panda video game provides an experience gamers of all ages will enjoy.
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June 24th, 2008, 00:56 Posted By: wraggster
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Platform: Xbox360
Uncover the hidden missions
Master the intricacies of the Cover system
Unlock all the achievements
Complete catalogue of weapons & abilities... and more to get the best ending!
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Do you have what it takes to lead the Wolf Pack to victory over the occult powers of Nazi Germany? (Having a good field manual couldn’t hurt...)
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-2tjg.html
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June 24th, 2008, 00:30 Posted By: wraggster
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Yes, Captain!: You are the Captain of the boat, with the responsibility for twenty crewmembers. Try different boats for different results.
Real-world environment: The dangerous waters of the Bering Sea are faithfully replicated with over 34,000 miles of actual coastline and four real Bering Sea harbors.
Real-world action: Participate in exciting missions and mini-games, including Coast Guard rescues, throw-the-hook challenges, and skiff racing.
The full experience: Take an interactive virtual tour of the crab boat and check out over 100 exclusive crewmember videos
Multiplayer: The game is suitable for multiplayer for up to eight players over Xbox LIVE®.
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Head to the high seas in this intense, challenging action/strategy title based on authentic elements from the Discovery Channel's highest-rated TV series Deadliest Catch in the game Deadliest Catch™ Alaskan Storm. Battle 40-foot waves, storms, ice, and crew injury as you serve as Captain of a Bering Sea crab boat, as inspired by Sig, Edgar and Norman Hansen, stars of the Deadliest Catch show
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-2oy5.html
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June 24th, 2008, 00:20 Posted By: wraggster
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Unprecedented Multi-decade Campaign: Kane returns as the centerpiece of an epic new single-player campaign
Specialized Sub-factions: Play to your strengths with six unique sub-factions, each equipped with their own exclusive units, powers, and upgrades.
Live-Action Videos: Witness the rise of the Brotherhood first hand through intense live action video sequences starring Joe Kucan, Natasha Hendstridge, and Carl Lumbly.
Global Conquest Mode: Fight the Third Tiberium War your way. Position your forces on a strategic level and then wage conflict in the fast, fluid, furious, tactical gameplay that Command & Conquer pioneered
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In the name of Kane! The Command & Conquer™ series continues to thrive on the Xbox 360 with Command & Conquer™ 3: Kane’s Wrath. As the stand-alone expansion pack to the critically acclaimed and fan favorite, Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars™, gamers will be able to continue the Tiberium saga without first owning Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars™.
This Real-time Strategy (RTS) game returns to the Tiberium Universe with Kane at the center of an epic new single player campaign spanning 20 years – from the rebirth of the Brotherhood of Nod after the Second Tiberium War through the dramatic events of the Third Tiberium War and beyond.
The story will be told through a new set of high-definition, live action video sequences starring a celebrity cast including Joe Kucan, playing the megalomaniac leader of the Brotherhood of Nod, alongside new talent Natasha Henstridge and Carl Lumbly. With your help, Commander, the Dark Messiah may rise again!
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-2obc.html
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June 24th, 2008, 00:12 Posted By: wraggster
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Cinematic single-player experience: A deep campaign loaded with attitude follows a wayward band of ordinary soldiers who risk it all on a quest for personal gain.
War, your way: Battlefield: Bad Company environments are nearly 100 percent destructible, meaning that any structure can be demolished down to its foundation
New vehicles, weapons, and toys: Whether on land, air, or sea, there are dozens of new tools waiting for your explosive experimentation
Genre-defining multiplayer: Support is provided for 24 players online in an all new game mode, Gold Rush, designed to take full advantage of the game's massively destructible environments.
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Set in the near future, the Battlefield: Bad Company single-player campaign drops gamers into a dramatic Eurasian conflict. As part of a squad of four soldiers, players risk it all to go AWOL on a personal quest, fighting their own war within the war. Featuring a dramatic storyline flavored with attitude, Battlefield: Bad Company leads gamers far from the traditional frontlines on a wild ride with a group of renegade soldiers who decide that sometimes the gratitude of a nation just isn’t enough.
The Battlefield: Bad Company cinematic single-player experience captures the freedom and intensity of the franchise’s legendary multiplayer sandbox gameplay in a dynamic world where nearly everything is destructible. Gamers have total freedom to be daring and innovative, adapting to and tackling challenges in unexpected “Battlefield-style” ways. Create sniping positions by blowing out a piece of a wall or drive your tank straight through a small house. The ever-changing battlefield forces players, their teammates and enemies to react accordingly.
The game also features a full suite of the franchise’s trademark multiplayer gameplay, supporting 24 players online.
Battlefield: Bad Company is the first game built from the ground up for next-generation consoles using DICE’s bleeding-edge Frostbite™ game engine, delivering unrivaled graphics, effects and gameplay.
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-2obd.html
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June 23rd, 2008, 23:56 Posted By: wraggster
So you're hankering for a little Halo on the go but you're not willing to put your skills to the test and build an Xbox 360 laptop yourself? Never fear -- we've got just the sketchy web store for you. For just $550, a one-man shop in Kansas called Portable Gaming Solutions promises to convert your 360 into a suitcase-sized 15-inch laptop complete with keyboard and speakers. The web site has quite a few pictures and videos of the mod in action, but we're definitely a little wary of sending our 360 off into the wild blue yonder -- although even Ben Heck had to get started somehow. Anyone daring enough to take the plunge?
http://www.engadget.com/2008/06/23/p...to-the-daring/
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June 23rd, 2008, 18:42 Posted By: Shrygue
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A new map for Frontlines: Fuel of War has popped up on Xbox Live.
Titled The Boneyard, it'll see you and up to 49 other players battling it out. The Western Coalition is closing in on the last functional Red Star nuclear missile facility, and Alliance tanks are rallying across the Shilnaya Balka missile silos. Cloudy later with small showers by early evening. There are automatic shotguns, rocket jeeps and Red Star transport helicopters to play with.
The Boneyard is available to download now, priced at nothing at all.
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June 23rd, 2008, 18:38 Posted By: Shrygue
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The complete listing for Guitar Hero: Aerosmith has appeared online and is somewhat more varied than the title suggests.
Whilst Aerosmith dominates the list, there's a few choice tracks that even we're interested in playing.
The Clash feature, along with The New York Dolls and Stone Temple Pilots. So three songs we're interested in, then.
Here's the full list:
- "All the Young Dudes" by Mott the Hoople (cover)
- Draw the Line" by Aerosmith
- "Dream Police" by Cheap Trick
- "Make It" by Aerosmith (re-recorded)
- "Uncle Salty" by Aerosmith
- "First Taste of Success" (Max's Kansas City)
- "All Day and All of the Night" by The Kinks (cover)
- "I Hate Myself for Loving You" by Joan Jett
- "Movin' Out" by Aerosmith (re-recorded)
- "No Surprize" by Aerosmith
- "Sweet Emotion" by Aerosmith
- "Complete Control" by The Clash
- "Livin' on the Edge" by Aerosmith
- "Love in an Elevator" by Aerosmith
- "Personality Crisis" by New York Dolls (cover)
- "Rag Doll" by Aerosmith
- "Bright Light Fright" by Aerosmith
- "King of Rock" by Run-D.M.C.
- "Nobody's Fault" by Aerosmith
- "She Sells Sanctuary" by The Cult
- "Walk This Way" by Run-D.M.C. featuring Aerosmith
- "Always on the Run" by Lenny Kravitz
- "Back in the Saddle" by Aerosmith
- "Beyond Beautiful" by Aerosmith
- "Dream On" by Aerosmith (re-recorded)
- "Hard to Handle" by The Black Crowes (cover)
- "Cat Scratch Fever" by Ted Nugent
- "Mama Kin" by Aerosmith (re-recorded)
- "Sex Type Thing" by Stone Temple Pilots
- "Toys In The Attic" by Aerosmith
- "Train Kept A Rollin" by Aerosmith
- "Guitar Battle vs Joe Perry" by Joe Perry
- "Combination" by Aerosmith
- "Kings and Queens" by Aerosmith
- "Let The Music Do The Talking" by Aerosmith
- "Mercy" by Joe Perry
- "Pandora's Box" by Aerosmith
- "Pink" by Aerosmith
- "Rats In The Cellar" by Aerosmith
- "Shakin' My Cage" by Joe Perry
- "Talk Talkin" by Joe Perry
- "Walk This Way" by Aerosmith
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June 23rd, 2008, 18:36 Posted By: Shrygue
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We know we don't tend to post box art, but we figure this is one you'd probably want to see. It's the box that'll house those lovely Banjo Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts discs, and you know you want it.
We took a trip to Rare to play the game for ourselves last month, and what we saw was brilliant. No doubt you've read all about it, but if you haven't, get with the plan and check out our hands-on preview, along with the gorgeous in-game screens.
Pretty nice box it is, too.
Game box shot here
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