Screen Digest Investigates Long-Term Console Performance
Xbox-Scene :: Tuesday, June 19, 2007
From gamasutra.com (http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=14384 ): [QUOTE] In a newly published report, Nick Parker of UK-based analyst group Screen Digest takes an in-depth look at the long term prospects of all three major consoles, wondering if the Xbox 360 has hit a wall, stronger investments in the Wii might “reduce the pot to invest in the other two platforms,” and when hardware-driving exclusives might hit the PS3. For Xbox 360, European hardware sales seem to have hit a wall. The target market is still too focused on adult males and the brand does not enjoy the same cachet in non-Anglo Saxon markets as it does in the US and, to a lesser extent, the UK. The FPS / shooter genre is well served on the Xbox 360 with numerous high quality titles, so satisfying the adult male demographic is not a concern, but failing to break out of a small number of genres and thereby appealing to groups outside of hardcore gamers is. A scratching of heads has started over questions concerning the long term viability of the platform in some territories. With the UK underpinning European performance and without year on year sales improving across the rest of the region, the platform could be in jeopardy on a global basis. Despite this, some of the most eagerly awaited titles for Q4 cited by consumers are on the 360 (eg, Halo 3, Bioshock). [/QUOTE] Full Story: gamasutra.com (http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=14384 )
Team Fortress 2 Won’t Feature PC-Xbox 360 Interplay
Xbox-Scene :: Tuesday, June 19, 2007
From teamxbox.com (http://news.teamxbox.com/xbox/13739/Team-Fortress-2-Wont-Feature-PCXbox-360-Interplay/ ): [QUOTE] A couple of months ago, we reported that cross-platform multiplayer interaction for Team Fortress 2 was achieved at Valve’s offices and the developer confirmed that interplay between the PC and Xbox 360 version of the game was “technically done.” In Valve’s offices, team members regularly play cross-platform multiplayer games, but the studio’s Doug Lombardi noted emphatically that such functionality will not appear in the final versions. He explained that it introduces more problems than it is worth, and if Valve ever decides to go that route it would be in a game designed for it from the start. [/QUOTE] Full Story: teamxbox.com (http://news.teamxbox.com/xbox/13739/Team-Fortress-2-Wont-Feature-PCXbox-360-Interplay/ )
Doritos to Sponsor Game Creation Contest
Xbox-Scene :: Tuesday, June 19, 2007
From filefront.com (http://news.filefront.com/doritos-to-sponsor-game-creation-contest/ ): [QUOTE] Starting June 21st, Doritos will be taking submissions of Doritos-inspired video game ideas. If you think you have an idea for THE game, here’s what you need to do. Just head over to the contest site on June 21st and register. Once that’s done, you need to finalize your game entry. You’ll need a written game description and up to five media files submitted on the site before midnight CST on July 29, 2007. Once the finalists are chosen, the winner will be chosen by the site users, who will be able to play all 5 games (in beta), on October 29th, with the winner announced on November 19th. If you come up with the winning idea, you’ll be rewarded with a top-of-the-line surround sound system, a 42″ plasma TV, a pro gaming chair, a limited edition XBox 360 Elite console, and a copy of every XBox 360 title published by Microsoft in 2007? [/QUOTE] Official Site: www.unlockxbox.com (http://www.unlockxbox.com ) News-Source: filefront.com (http://news.filefront.com/doritos-to-sponsor-game-creation-contest/ )
Xecuter X79: One more Hitachi 079 Firmware Dump Required
Xbox-Scene :: Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Team Xecuter (http://www.team-xecuter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=45866 ) is looking for a dump of one more type of Hitachi-LG v79 drive to finish their X79 DVD drive modchip (http://www.xbox-scene.com/xbox1data/sep/EElEkyuykuocIdaYFb.php ) that will allow to flash a v79 drive on PC: [QUOTE] Thank you to all those who sent us your Hitachi 079 firmware dumps (and a big ??? to the peeps who sent 078 dumps). We now have the 4B00, 4C30 and 4E10. We require just one more – the 4D20 If you have it could you please send it to admin -AT- team-xecuter.com [/QUOTE] Official Site: www.team-xecuter.com (http://www.team-xecuter.com )
Microsoft sues Immersion for contract breach
Xbox-Scene :: Tuesday, June 19, 2007
From gamespot.com (http://www.gamespot.com/news/6172674.html ): [QUOTE] Microsoft said on Monday that it has filed suit against Immersion, a company whose technology adds tactile feedback to joysticks and other controllers. Immersion had originally sued Microsoft, along with Sony, back in 2002, but the two companies reached a settlement in 2003. Under that deal Microsoft agreed to pay Immersion $26 million for licensing rights and for a stake in the company. However, Microsoft said Monday that Immersion has not lived up to other terms of that deal, including a provision that requires Immersion to pay Microsoft “based on certain business and IP licensing arrangements.” [/QUOTE] Full Story: gamespot.com (http://www.gamespot.com/news/6172674.html )
Time Crisis 4 Info (PS3)
Namco Bandai :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Putting your in possession of “the most advanced Guncon ever”.
Sam & Max Pick Up Steam
Valve Software :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Freelance Police reach out to new audiences through Valve’s online platform
Wii-kly Update: Three New Classic Games Added To Wii Shop Channel
Nintendo :: Monday, June 18, 2007
NES Open Tournament Golf, World Sports Competition and Bloody Wolf join the US line-up.
“Band of Bugs” Storms onto Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday
Microsoft :: Monday, June 18, 2007
NinjaBee’s turned-based strategy game available from Xbox Live this Wednesday, hopefully not living up to its name.
SIMBIN’S RACE: CATERHAM EXPANSION PACK FREE ON STEAM FOR LIMITED TIME
Valve Software :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Official expansion pack for Simbin’s acclaimed racing series available for limited-time, free download on Steam
Release This: U.S. Gets RE4, Zelda Hits Japan
Gamasutra Columns :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Today’s “Release This!” column sees a newly ported Wii version of Resident Evil 4 generating excitement in the United States, while a new Nintendo DS Legend of Zelda prepares to lead Japanese sales charts – exclusive GamerMetrics anticipation stats inside.
Sony declines to comment on rumble rumours
GamesIndustry.biz :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Sony has declined to comment on rumours that a new PlayStation 3 controller complete with rumble feature is currently in development.
Deep Silver to publish new Piranha Bytes title
GamesIndustry.biz :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Deep Silver and Gothic developer Piranha Bytes have settled their differences and are working together once more.
Microsoft launches viral marketing campaign for Halo 3
GamesIndustry.biz :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Microsoft has begun promoting Halo 3 with a viral marketing campaign that promises to reveal more about the game’s universe and backstory.
Microsoft denies “systematic issues” with defective consoles
GamesIndustry.biz :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Microsoft says it takes customer concerns about Xbox 360 hardware quality “very seriously” but denies there are any “systematic issues” and won’t specifically address concerns relating to defect or return rates.
Sega exec clarifies ‘Wii will look dated’ comments
GamesIndustry.biz :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Sega’s Scott Steinberg has reaffirmed the publisher’s ongoing support for Nintendo after suggesting the Wii may look “dated” in the next few years.
EA’s Gardner awarded OBE
GamesIndustry.biz :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Electronic Arts’ exec David Gardner has been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s birthday honours list.
Eidos confirms Tomb Raider Anniversary for Xbox 360
GamesIndustry.biz :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Eidos has confirmed that it plans to release Tomb Raider Anniversary on Xbox 360 as a series of downloadable episodes starting in September.
Blockbuster to favour Blu-ray over HD-DVD
GamesIndustry.biz :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Blockbuster is to favour the Blu-ray movie format, rolling out the high-definition discs to all 1700 stores across the US, with only 250 shops stocking the rival HD-DVD format.
Blockbuster Favors Blu-ray
IGN :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Consumers have spoken, and they’re not renting HD-DVD.
Konami Unveils Pro Evo 2008
IGN :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Winning Eleven: Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (PS3)First screens and info point to the most realistic footie game yet.
IGN AU Outreach Competition Winners
IGN :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Drum roll please.
IGN AU Outreach Reader Letters
IGN :: Monday, June 18, 2007
It’s that time of the month again. No, not that time, you sicko.
Nintendo Awards Virginia Father-Son Team with Title of ‘Biggest Brain’
Nintendo News :: Monday, June 18, 2007
The Challenge was held June 16, 2007, in New…
NES Open Tournament Golf Now Available on Wii Shop Channel
Nintendo News :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Three New Classic Games Announced
Blockbuster to Choose Bluray Over HD DVD
Team Xbox :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Has the nextgeneration optical disc format war finished?
Talismoon Announces Tiltboard for Xbox 360
Team Xbox :: Monday, June 18, 2007
Talismoon plans to release the second generation of its Tiltboard controller, featuring a high quality design which is guaranteed to be even more user friendly than the PS3s SIXAXIS controller.
WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2008 Screenshots
Team Xbox :: Monday, June 18, 2007
THQ has released new screenshots of WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2008.
Lara Croft Goes Episodic with Tomb Raider Anniversary
Team Xbox :: Monday, June 18, 2007
This is the first time ever that the serialization of a full retail game will be available for purchase through Xbox Live Marketplace.
Ten Steps to Success as an Evil Overlord
Xbox 360 Games :: Monday, June 18, 2007
We provide ten handy tips and tricks to put you on the path of infamy in Overlord.
Assume the Mantle of Overlord
Xbox 360 Games :: Monday, June 18, 2007
The innovative, strategic, villainous world of Overlord for Xbox 360 is examined.
Call of Juarez: Two Faces of the Wild West
Xbox 360 Games :: Monday, June 18, 2007
We break down the dual-character journey of the Western-themed first-person shooter Call of Juarez for Xbox 360.
Microsoft launches viral marketing campaign for Halo 3
Xbox-Scene :: Monday, June 18, 2007
From gamesindustry.biz (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=25868 ): [QUOTE] Microsoft has begun promoting Halo 3 with a viral marketing campaign that promises to reveal more about the game’s universe and backstory. The campaign kicked off this weekend when groups from an organisation called The Society of the Ancients took to the streets of cities such as New York and London (http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1283/553308096_3eed813795.jpg?v=0 ) to hand out flyers with the message, “We are not alone.” The logo on their flyers and t-shirts matched the one used by a mysterious poster on the Halo forums (http://www.bungie.net/Forums/posts.aspx?postID=11263399&postRepeater1-p=1 ). It also appeared on a cryptic email (http://mtvgames.typepad.com/.shared/image.html?/photos/uncategorized/2007/06/15/weird_xbox_email_2.jpg ) sent out by Microsoft. A Society of the Ancients website (http://www.societyoftheancients.com/default.htm ) has been set up, complete with countdown clock (http://206.16.223.65/ ). [/QUOTE] Full Story: gamesindustry.biz (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=25868 )
Sing along to the Ring of Fire Song Parody
Xbox-Scene :: Monday, June 18, 2007
From xbox360fanboy.com (http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/06/17/sing-along-to-the-ring-of-fire-song-parody/ ): [QUOTE] The Sarcastic Gamer Jeromy “Doc” Adams knows the pain some have had to go through with their 360’s red ring of death experiences and, like any creative genius, decided to use the pain as inspiration for his latest song parody. Jeromy recorded “The Ring of Fire (http://www.sarcasticgamer.com/2007/06/ring-of-fire.html )” which is quite an entertaining version of Johnny Cash’s “Ring of Fire” with lyrics inspired by such 360 failures. [/QUOTE] Full Story: xbox360fanboy.com (http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/06/17/sing-along-to-the-ring-of-fire-song-parody/ ) | sarcasticgamer.com (http://www.sarcasticgamer.com/2007/06/ring-of-fire.html ) Download: sarcasticgamer.com (http://www.sarcasticgamer.com/2007/06/ring-of-fire.html )
Wii Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 Review
Red & Blackness Mods :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
When I first saw the Wii remote, the first thing I thought of was how great it would be to play a golf game using the motion-sensing remote that you can grip like a golf club. Fast forward to today, where Tiger Woods has put his name on one of the early golfing games for the Wii, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 from EA Sports. Will this golf game turn out to be the next generation of video golfing games? Read on to find out.
Madden NFL 08 Extended Hands-On
IGN :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
Madden NFL 08 (PS3)Next-gen football has finally arrived.
Turning Point: Fall of Liberty Eyes-On
IGN :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
Turning Point: Fall of Liberty (PS3)Nazis invade New York! News at Eleven.
Dynasty Warriors: Gundam Hands-on
IGN :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
Dynasty Warriors: Gundam (PS3)The Yellow Turban Rebellion meets Mobile Suits?
PS3 Rumors Swirl
IGN :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
CEO indicates Santa might be bringing a price drop.
Beautiful Katamari Videos
IGN :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
Beautiful Katamari (PS3)Check out how Katamari looks next gen.
Half-Life 2: Orange Box Release Date Set
IGN :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
The Orange Box (PS3)Find out when Valve’s all-encompassing package will hit stores.
Dynasty Warriors: Gundam Clips and Trailer
IGN :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
Dynasty Warriors: Gundam (PS3)The mobile suits are coming to 360.
Ace Combat 6 ACEEDGE Flightstick Bundle Announced
Team Xbox :: Sunday, June 17, 2007
The bundle set will include a copy of the highly anticipated new flight action game, an exclusive Ace Combat 6 Fires of Liberation collectible faceplate for the Xbox 360 and the Ace Combat 6 ACEEDGE Flightstick, manufactured by HORI.
