The first 64 bit compatible tunnel is finally a reality. I have just finished playing my first game of Halo on XBConnect and WinXP x64. Performance is what I expected and it runs real nice. While still alpha, I will be releasing this version to all XBC Pro users and any x64 user out there. Drop me an email at tod@xbconnect.com and I'll get you in the queue.
Hello does anyone knows how to start an xbox dvd game with avalaunch. If you want to start a game wich is on you harddisk it is very simple to start it. But you can see the xbox recognises the game when you see a disc in the right corner on you avalaunch desktop. Can anyone help me please.
T3CH released a new CVS compile of XboxMediaCenter.
This T3CH-compile is a BAREBONE package compiled with XDK v5849.
Here's the added/changed stuff from the changelog since the 2006-01-01 CVS release:
* added: made dvdplayer pass on extradata from demuxer to codec, enables it to play almost anything ffmpeg can play (including some quicktime)
* added: workaround to the playlist problem with randomize that will prevent the hang, but the underlying problem still exists.
* changed: cleaned up codec selection for dvdplayer and enabled ffmpeg audio decoder
* changed: disabled seeking when ff/rw in menu and partially fixed rewind. only fast rewinds work
* changed: made dvdplayer use libmpeg2 for decoding mpeg1 video too and added reset code on decoding error
* changed: edit xbe title truncates to 39 characters so as not to corrupt xbe header
* changed: No TV mode in LCD doesn't auto-start in My Music anymore.
* changed: Skin version to v1.90.
-includes.xml added.
-1 pixel font shadows added (use <shadowcolor> tag).
-directional text added (use <angle> tag to state a degree) - label and buttons only.
-font.xml can take a <color> and <shadow> tag for each font.
-new animation system.
-online manual is being updated with the new information.
* changed: music and video context menus for better consistency
* changed: speed improvement getting songs from the musicdatabase
* changed: enabled experimental FF/RW in dvdplayer. it's abit shaky still
* changed: iso9660:// protocol always tried to read a disc as a mode2 disc, even thou it was a mode1 disc.
* changed: music playlists, playlists with music database items are now saved with the real path of the file instead of the musicdatabase URL
* changed: moved list/thumb label formating to media window base class
* changed: moved item caching out of music nav and files into the FileItemList
This universal light-gun is the first light gun to support CRT, LCD, Plasma, DLP as well as Projector. It supports every Gun Shooting game on PC, PS2™ and Xbox™. Now you can enjoy Gun Shooting games with your LCD or Plasma or any TV you have, instead of your old and small CRT TV.
I was told by a very reliable source that, although estimated units of the 360 will be up 500,000 over sony ps3 however by the end of 2007, sony will have surpased and nearly doubled that of the 360. I have always been a fan of the PS and knew it would end up selling even more ps1's than the x-box, that didnt suprise me. I fell in love with my 360 and dont think this is possible, even for sony. I know sony will pass them, but I dont think this time by that much.
Weekly Special: Microsoft's Xbox™ mech game MechAssault 2: Lone Wolf, Conker Live & Reloaded, Fable and Rallisport Challenge 2 at US$ 10.90 each only - offer valid for 1 week
From the publisher: MechAssault® 2: Lone Wolf continues the massive destruction, intense combat, and addictive online play that gamers have been praising since MechAssault® first hit the Xbox.
Continuing in the thirty-first century, MechAssault 2 allows gamers to encounter entirely new experiences in the epic BattleTech world. With 15 fully destructible environments, this third-person action-shooter takes immense destruction to another level.
Choose from a variety of weapons and vehicles—from the stealthy Raptor 'Mech to the 'Mech-jacking BattleArmor—all equipped with different weapon configurations and artillery.
Embark on the brand-new and intensive single-player campaign, or test your teamwork skills in the ultimate online multiplayer arena, strategizing and communicating with teammates via the XboxLive™ Communicator headset.
Microsoft's MechAssault 2: Lone Wolf is now available at discounted US$ 10.90 only.
This weekly special is valid for exactly 1 week (if not sold out earlier) and this time limited to a maximum purchase of 3 units per customer. As a small restriction, please also notice that you cannot use any further discount coupons along with this special offer.
At the same time, another three great Xbox™ titles has been discounted down to US$ 10.90 as well as long as supplies last:
Conker: Live & Reloaded ASIA US$ 10.90
Fable ASIA US$ 10.90
Rallisport Challenge 2 ASIA US$ 10.90
Microsoft has re-affirmed its continued support for the original Xbox games console, dispelling rumours that hardware manufacturing for the machine has now been officially stopped.
The rumour, which initially appeared on US website Kotaku.com, was sparked by an email from an undisclosed source in the retail sector, suggesting that hardware production of the original machine had stopped and prompting immediate questions regarding the level of support for existing customers, for both first and third-party games.
Microsoft had stated during last year's E3 expo in May that support for the original console would continue in terms of hardware sales and software launches, and it would seem reasonable to accept that the focus of its attention has shifted somewhat recently, in light of the continuing stock issues for its next-generation Xbox 360, which launched in the US in November. However, that change in product launch schedules and hardware support doesn't necessarily translate to Microsoft's outright neglect of its original machine.
Gamesindustry.biz contacted Microsoft to clarify its position on the Xbox, and a company spokesperson told us: "We remain very supportive of the Xbox platform and there have been no announcements about plans to cease or alter production."
"While we do not have other titles to announce at this time, we are committed to providing existing Xbox customers with exciting gaming experiences in 2006. There are 200 Xbox titles expected to ship this year. It is the responsibility of the first party to create genre-defining games for its platform and we are taking that stance with both Xbox and Xbox 360. We feel we have an amazing ecosystem with third parties providing content to Xbox at this time. We have done a great job on the Xbox side with such franchises as Halo, Project Gotham Racing, Fable, and Forza, not to mention our pioneering work we’ve done for Xbox Live," the spokesperson concluded.
Divineo USA have posted that the Xenium GOLD and GOLD SP are in pre-order, heres some info for those who need it:
COMPLETE SOLDERLESS SOLUTION
The GOLD SP is based on the Xenium GOLD chip, but with a totally solderless installation on ALL Xbox version, from V1.0 to V1.7! It has all the features of the amazing Xenium GOLD but is so easy to install you will only need minutes to get it running!
1.Works with ALL known Xbox versions to date (no need to check your version first)
2.No soldering required at all. Period.
3.Installs in seconds.
4. Unique precision engineered acrylic template for wire guide and safety feature.
5. Instant verification of correct contact on all five points through LED indicators (not for decoration only)