Need an External Hard Drive?
Think Gaming :: Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Need some room for all of those downloaded game trailers? Well our sister-site ThinkComputers has just reviewed the Western Digital My Book Essential Edition 500GB USB External Hard Drive. 500GB is sure a lot of space and the drive looks awesome. From the review, “The drive looks great, probably the most stylish […]
Games for Windows Live (or how I got my first Halo 2 Achievement)
Xbox-Scene :: Wednesday, April 25, 2007
From majornelson.com (http://www.majornelson.com/archive/2007/04/24/games-for-windows-live.aspx ) (FYI: MS owned blog): [QUOTE] I got my hands on a gold copy of Halo 2 for Windows Vista yesterday (it goes on sale in a few weeks) and after installing it I did a few things that, while geeky, are worth mentioning. Some are downright cool: * After installing H2 for Vista, I was able to sign in to Xbox LIVE from the ‘Guide’ within the game, and see all of my LIVE friends, messages etc. * I hooked up my Xbox 360 Wireless Controller and my Wireless headset to my PC via the Wireless Gaming Receiver. * I was able to send and receive text and voice messages from the guide to other LIVE members who were on their Xbox 360’s. You press the Guide button on your controller and the guide pops up over the game – just like on the Xbox 360. * Got my first Halo 2 Achievement (and added another 30 points to my GS) * While I was playing through the first level of the campaign, I was on a voice chat over my wireless headset with Litheon who was playing Gears of War on his Xbox 360. It will get even better when Shadowrun ships later this year and PC players and Xbox 360 players can not only communicate over LIVE but also compete against each other. [/QUOTE] Full Story: majornelson.com (http://www.majornelson.com/archive/2007/04/24/games-for-windows-live.aspx )
XNA Game Studio Express 1.0 Refresh Released
Xbox-Scene :: Wednesday, April 25, 2007
From Team XNA Blog (http://blogs.msdn.com/xna/archive/2007/04/24/xna-game-studio-express-1-0-refresh-released.aspx ) (FYI: MS owned blog): [QUOTE] XNA Game Studio Express 1.0 Refresh has been released and is available for download (http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/xna/aa937795.aspx ) right now! For members of the XNA Creators Club, you’ll be receiving a Title Update on your Xbox 360 console that will update XNA Game Launcher to the newest release. If you’re not ready to move to 1.0 Refresh on Windows, don’t worry; the Xbox 360 version is compatible with 1.0 and 1.0 Refresh. We’ve gone over many of the features outlined in the announcement (http://blogs.msdn.com/xna/archive/2007/03/08/announcing-the-xna-game-studio-express-update.aspx ) we made at GDC 2007. One thing we didn’t really cover previously is compatibility. The entire team made a conscious effort to maintain compatibility with this release. * Your game should just recompile in 1.0 Refresh with no changes required. * Any game that is compiled should run fine if you have 1.0 Refresh installed. * As mentioned, you can continue to use 1.0 on your Windows computer with 1.0 Refresh on the Xbox 360 console. * Games that are built on 1.0 Refresh may run on 1.0; however, if you are using new functions or features in the XNA Framework (such as font functionality), it will not work properly. You can download the XNA Framework 1.0 Refresh for including in your installer as you start to upgrade your games. Finally, please make sure to take a look at the readme (http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/xna/aa937796.aspx ) for any last minute information about the release. We’d love your feedback on this release, so please head over to the XNA Creators Club forums (http://creators.xna.com/forums/default.aspx ) and leave a message. [/QUOTE] Download: here (http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/xna/aa937795.aspx )
Xbox LIVE: Credit card removal still proving difficult
Xbox-Scene :: Wednesday, April 25, 2007
From xboxic.com (http://www.xboxic.com/news/2765 ): [QUOTE] Why is it, that on a subject so sensitive, do Microsoft make it nigh-on impossible to remove your card details if the need arises? Upon ringing a few days later, Jmel finds that, in actual fact, support say no, the card cannot be removed. A few supervisors later and they apparently say the card will be removed within 7-10 business days. However given that the staff on the end of the phone were so uncertain, it is unlikely that it will ever happen. Due to uncertainty, Jmel decided to lodge a complaint with TRUSTe (who are ironically sponsored by Microsoft). It seems that the complaint has at last been taken seriously enough for an official complaint to go through to Microsoft. Whether or not MS act upon this is a different matter, but at least the problem has been brought to their attention. [/QUOTE] Full Story: xboxic.com (http://www.xboxic.com/news/2765 )
Beautiful Katamari Screenshots
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
NAMCO BANDAI Games released a handful of new screenshots today for its newly announced game, Beautiful Katamari.
NBA Homecourt (PS3)
Driver Heaven :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Street basketball is an entirely different beast than the ball dunking sport you might see on television. The rules are more relaxed and generally there are fewer players on the court. That doesn’t mean the matches are any less adrenaline filled though. High speed passes, long range shots and loads of swearing are present every single time, as are some of the most impressive dunks ever performed on the face of earth. NBA Street Homecourt takes the essence of that and multiplies it by ten – the end result being a basketball game like no other.
Pinball FX Media
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
We bring you twenty new screenshots and a trailer of Painball FX, one of the two games scheduled for release this Xbox Live Arcade Wednesday.
Undertow Announced for XBLA
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Chair Entertainment Group today announced its newest original property, Undertow, is currently in development for Xbox LIVE Arcade. First HD trailer included!
Bethesda Launches Fallout 3 Web Site
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
The publisher and developer of The Elder Scrolls series has launched a teaser web site and the official forums for Fallout 3.
Xbox Live Arcade Double Header this Wednesday!
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Microsoft plans to release two titles again for this week’s Xbox Live Arcade Wednesday Eets Chowdown and Pinball FX.
New Devil May Cry 4 Trailer
Think Gaming :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
This week has been filled with kickass trailers. The Ninja Gaiden Sigma trailer was badass and now we have a new Devil May Cry 4 trailer filled with even more ass-kicking action! For all fans wondering this game will be available for both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360! Enjoy! Well we […]
Another Great Flash Game
Think Gaming :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
I found yet another great flash game! The last flash game I told you about was Desktop Tower Defense. Boxhead is more of a shoot-em-up game where zombies come at you and you of course have to kill them. What’s great about this game is you are not stuck with one gun […]
Eets: Chowdown and Pinball FX hit Live Wednesday
Think Gaming :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
On Wednesday 2 new games hit the Xbox Live Arcade. The games are Eets: Chowdown and Pinball FX. Each game is 800 Microsoft Points. I’m not that excited about Eets: Chowdown, but Pinball FX looks awesome. You can check out our Pinball FX Gallery here. Info on the each game is […]
Super Mario Bros Crazy Version
Think Gaming :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
After I watched this video I was laughing so hard. It looks like someone hacked a Super Mario Bros ROM, but wouldn’t it be funny if when the cartridges has some dust in them this happened! Oh well it’s a good laugh!
Super Talent T1000UX2G4 2GB PC2-8000 Memory Kit Review
Think Gaming :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Hey all PC gamers out there! If you are looking for some new DDR2 memory that won’t break the bank you might want to check out the Super Talent T1000UXG4 2GB kit. Our sister-site ThinkComputers had it on their testing bed in their latest review. From the review, “When you think of […]
Pinball FX Screenshot Gallery
Think Gaming :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
We got our hands on 22 screenshots from the upcoming Xbox Live Arcade game Pinball FX. Just looking at the screenshots the game looks great! Reminds me of playing 3D Pinball, but with kickass graphics! Read on to check out all of the screenshots
New Halo 3 Beta Vid!
Think Gaming :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Check out this new Halo 3 beta footage. It shows multiplayer with the bubble shield! Damn this makes me want to play so bad! The video also has a crazy song in it, reminds me of a video billboard I passed every day in Vegas.
Armored Core ‘Mech Success
Xbox 360 Games :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Use these tips and tricks to survive the epic battlefields and mechanized carnage of Armored Core 4.
Media Consumption: Evolution Studios’ Matt Southern (MotorStorm)
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
For this week’s Media Consumption, Evolution Studios product manager Matt Southern (MotorStorm) breaks down the constituent elements of his media diet from Spiritualized to Hot Fuzz to Twilight Princess and more.
Pachter, Pidgeon talk PSP price cut
GamesIndustry.biz :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Following the news that Sony is to cut the price of PSP in Europe, analysts have told GamesIndustry.bizthat they don’t see the handheld as being in direct competition with the Nintendo DS.
Nordic Game Program applications exceed €3m
GamesIndustry.biz :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
The organisers of the Nordic Game Program have announced that applications for the first round of 2007 funding have exceeded a total of DKK 23 million (EUR 3.1 million).
Gas Powered Games boss hints at new projects
GamesIndustry.biz :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Gas Powered Games boss Chris Taylor has confirmed to GamesIndustry.bizthat the studio is working on no less than four internal projects.
Blu-ray sales reach 1 million milestone
GamesIndustry.biz :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Sales of Blu-ray discs have reached one million in less than a year, according to the Blu-ray Disc Association.
Double Fusion hires two new Euro execs
GamesIndustry.biz :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
The newly established European division of Double Fusion has hired two more senior execs.
SCi unveils new release strategy
GamesIndustry.biz :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
SCi Entertainment has announced plans to release two of its forthcoming titles on three platforms simultaneously – and not on a staggered basis as previously planned.
UK Charts: Pokemon helps Nintendo return to No.1
GamesIndustry.biz :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Nintendo has returned to the top of the All Formats charts after four years with Pokemon Ranger taking the coveted number one spot.
Retail Feels F.E.A.R.
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
F.E.A.R. (PS3)Sierra’s first PS3 game is waiting for you.
Atari Bringing 1C Games to North America
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
IL-2 Sturmovik games will now come with an Atari logo.
Ubisoft Begins End War Campaign
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
The secret new Tom Clancy game has been revealed.
First GTA IV Gameplay details
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Grand Theft Auto IV (PS3)Flying still a feature of Grand Theft Auto IV.
Eminence In Action
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Video footage of Australia’s gaming orchestra hard at work.
Warhawk Gameplay Footage
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Warhawk (PS3)Climb in the cockpit and go after your foes.
Medal of Honor Gets Airborne Date
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Medal of Honor: Airborne (PS3)Find out when the sequel is scheduled for take off.
Warhawk Screens
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Warhawk (PS3)Fly the Warhawk skies with these new screens.
Pelican Air Flo for PlayStation 3 Review
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Sucks and blows, but in the best way possible.
Stay True to John Woo, Win $25,000
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
John Woo Presents Stranglehold (PS3)Your flock of doves finally pays dividends. New Stranglehold videos included.
Exclusive Stranglehold Action Flicks
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
John Woo Presents Stranglehold (PS3)The John Woo experience in HD.
Calling All Cars! UK Preview
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Calling All Cars! (PS3)One last look at Sony’s chaotic, criminally entertaining PSN cops and robbers racer before review.
E3 Exhibitors Exhibited
IGN Playstation 3 :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
This year’s event will be over twelve times smaller than the last E3.
Nintendo Advises Pokémon Fans: Pre-Orders Top 500,000
Nintendo DS :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Available in stores April 22nd!
2K Sports Unveils Features of The BIGS
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
2K Sports announced today features for The BIGS, the largerthanlife Major League Baseball licensed title coming out this summer.
Ubisoft Announces Tom Clancy’s EndWar
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Set on the battlefields of World War III , Tom Clancy’s EndWar will push the envelope of technology, showcasing artificial intelligence, graphics, physics and animations that were not possible before prior to the launch of the new hardware systems.
Stranglehold’s True to John Woo Short Film Contest
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Hosted exclusively on MySpace, this unique contest encourages contestants to create the most authentic John Woostyle short film.
XNA Game Studio Express Update
Team Xbox :: Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Microsoft released an update to XNA Game Studio Express which adds new functionality, enhancements and performance improvements to the software.
