Release This: Gundam, Dragon Quest V Headline in Japan
Gamasutra Columns :: Monday, July 14, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Release This!” examines a week that sees the North American release of NCAA Football 09 and Rock Band Track Pack Vol 1, while Japan gets Gundam Battle Universe and DS RPG Dragon Quest V: Tenkuu no Hanayome.
Saling The World: Civilization Revolution Makes Chart-Topping U.S. Debut
Gamasutra Columns :: Monday, July 14, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Saling The World” charts find the just-released Civilization Revolution leading demand on the Xbox 360 in North America, while a debuting Persona 4 tops cross-platform sales in Japan.
Critical Reception: 2K Games/Firaxis’ Civilization Revolution
Gamasutra Columns :: Monday, July 14, 2008
This week’s edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Civilization Revolution, a console-focused strategy title that is “remarkably adapted” from its PC origins, according to reviews.
‘New Xbox Experience’ Dashboard Pictures
Xbox Scene :: Monday, July 14, 2008
The guys over at engadget.com posted a few pictures taken during Microsoft’s E3 Press Conference showing the ‘New Xbox Experience’ Dashboard coming this fall to an Xbox360 near you. More Pictures: engadget.com
Final Fantasy exclusivity clarified at Square Enix conference
Xbox Scene :: Monday, July 14, 2008
From ps3fanboy.com : <BR><I> The announcement was heard all around the world: Final Fantasy XIII on Xbox 360? No way! Well, today’s Square Enix E3 press conference clarified a few details. First: Final Fantasy XIII is still a PS3-exclusive … at least in Japan. According to Kotaku, Square Enix exec Shinji Hashimoto told reporters: “I think you are right [in assuming that (the Xbox 360 version) is not coming out in Japan.]” It will only appear on Xbox 360 in English-speaking territories. In addition, Final Fantasy XIII will release in Japan first — and then will be localized for the international audience. That means Japanese gamers will enjoy FFXIII on PS3 long before the rest of the world will see it go multiplatform. </I><BR><BR> Full Story: ps3fanboy.com
Release This: Civ Rev U.S.-bound; Japan Gets Persona 4, Wii BioHazard 0
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Release This!” examines a week that brings Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution and Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo’s Dungeon Stateside, as Persona 4 and a Wii port of BioHazard 0 debut in Japan.
Saling The World: Diablo Battle Chest Sees Sales Jump Following Sequel Announcement
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Saling The World” charts find the seven-year-old Diablo Battle Chest heading North American PC sales, while Tales of Symphonia: Ratatosk no Kishi and Daigasso! Band Brothers DX lead overseas.
Critical Reception: Atari/Eden Studios’ Alone in the Dark
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
This week’s edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Alone in the Dark, a classic adventure franchise rebirth that features “valiant efforts at innovation,” according to reviews.
Yeah, That $299 Xbox 360 Is Definitely On the Way
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
From gizmodo.com : <BR><I> These latest pictures from a Gamestop employee are by far the most conclusive. The first is of an internal document that’s not to be opened until 7/13 (the Sunday before this year’s E3). And in not-so-subtle letters it announces “Xbox 360 Pro Systems $299.99.” The second is of all the signage. </I><BR><BR> Full Story: gizmodo.com
100 things to do with your Xbox HD DVD drive
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
From gadgetzone.com.au : <BR><I> If you happen to have an Xbox360 HD DVD drive or picked one up during the bargain bin phase when they were going for $50 [or less], here’s an extensive list of what you can do with it. 1) Playing DVDs, since it works better than the drive in the 360. 2) Playing Transformers over and over and over in HD 3) Convince dumb friends its the new mini-xbox 4) Book-end 5) Play toy for the dog 6) Drink holder 7) Foot rest 8) Playing movies on that old X360 you have whose drive stopped working 2 days after the warranty expired 9) TV series marathon tool, so your X360 can hold 2 episode discs at once 10) Sold on Ebay in 10 years as a ‘rare player’ </I><BR><BR> Full List: gadgetzone.com.au
Leaked Info on 60gb Starter Kit and 20gb’s Death
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
From xboxfamily.com : <BR><I> Below is a portion of an email being sent out to GameStop and Blockbuster buyers (logistical people handling what the store actually stocks). The email has the complete details on the 60gb hard drive and what will happen to the 20gb and 120gb hard drives. Email follows: “With the introduction of the 60GB Pro console in July, we have research that suggests it is very important to have a 60GB stand alone Hard Drive to go along with it to allow the consumer a full range of choices and values. In late October/early November (exact date TBD but most likely last week in October or 1st week in November), we will ship the Xbox 360 60GB Hard Drive, tentatively called the “Xbox 360 60GB LIVE Starter Pack”. This will be an excellent value price at and ERP of $99.99 with an 18% retail margin that contains: * 60GB Hard Drive * 3 Months of Xbox Live * Xbox 360 Wired Headset * Xbox 360 Ethernet Cable (same one that is included with Pro and Elite) With the end of life of the 20GB Hard Drive and the price drop of the 120GB Hard Drive to $149.99 in September, this new 60GB hard drive will fit very well into our “Choice and Value” pillar and will fit nicely into our accessory line up. Exact SKU/UPC/Set up info will come soon and once we nail down the exact MSD, I will let you all know immediately.” </I><BR><BR> Full Story: xboxfamily.com
Microsoft responds to Xbox 360 Elite RRoD rumours
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
From techradar.com : <BR><I> Microsoft has today responded to a number of misleading stories in the UK’s mainstream press earlier this week regarding alleged ‘red ring’ problems with the Xbox 360 Elite console that have been experienced by numerous UK gamers. Microsoft has now issued the following official response to these stories, which appeared in the Daily Mirror and the Daily Telegraph: “Recent reports in the UK media regarding Xbox 360 contain inaccuracies and pure speculation, as well as news that is a year old. “Prompted by what Microsoft viewed as an unacceptable number of repairs to Xbox 360 consoles, a year ago Microsoft announced an expansion of its Xbox 360 warranty. Effective 5 July, 2007, any original retail Xbox 360 customer who experiences a general hardware failure indicated by three flashing red lights is covered by a three year warranty from date of purchase, with all other issues remaining covered by the standard one-year warranty.” </I><BR><BR> Full Story: techradar.com
Release This: Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, Trauma Center 2 Head U.S. Lineup
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Release This!” examines a week that brings Guitar Hero: Aerosmith and Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 to North America, while gamers in Europe can expect to see Space Invaders Extreme and a PSP UMD release of echochrome.
Saling The World: DS Guitar Hero, FF Tactics Top U.S. Portable Charts
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Saling The World” charts find Guitar Hero: On Tour topping Nintendo DS sales in its first week of North American release, while Nintendo’s first party music game Daigasso! Band Brothers DX leads portable sales in Japan.
Critical Reception: Activision/Vicarious Visions’ Guitar Hero: On Tour
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, July 01, 2008
This week’s edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Guitar Hero: On Tour, a portable debut that succeeds thanks to “a well-constructed peripheral and incredibly tight programming,” according to reviews.
Official: 360 price slashed in Australia
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, July 01, 2008
From mcvuk.com : <BR><I> The Xbox 360 has become the cheapest home console on the Australian market after Microsoft slashed the price of the entry level Arcade model from [AUD] $399 (?191) to $349 (?167). The mid-range 360 console, with a 20GB hard drive, now sells for $499 (?239). Before the cuts it was $579 (?277). The high-end black Xbox 360 Elite, which adds a 120GB hard drive, HDMI cables and a free 30-day Xbox Live Gold membership, was slashed from $729 (?349) to $649 (?310). </I><BR><BR> Full Story: mcvuk.com
