Daily Show visits Liberty City
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From joystiq.com (http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/30/daily-show-visits-liberty-city/ ): [QUOTE] We can always count on relevant, genuinely funny video game coverage on The Daily Show with John Stewart. [/QUOTE] Full Story: joystiq.com (http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/30/daily-show-visits-liberty-city/ )
Microsoft denies Blu-ray rumors, again
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From gamepro.com (http://www.gamepro.com/news.cfm?article_id=182288 ): [QUOTE] “As we have stated, we have no plans to introduce a Blu-ray drive for Xbox 360,” said a Microsoft official in an email to GamePro on Monday. “Games are what drive consumers to purchase game consoles, and we remain focused on providing the largest library of blockbuster games available.” On Friday, the Economic Daily News (via Digitimes) reported that Pegatron Technology has secured an order from Microsoft to manufacture Xbox 360 models with internal Blu-ray drives for release this fall. [/QUOTE] Full Story: gamepro.com (http://www.gamepro.com/news.cfm?article_id=182288 )
Iron Man™
Sony Games :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Based on the blockbuster movie by Marvel Studios, Iron Man™ blasts onto the all major gaming platforms! Immerse yourself in hardcore shooting action and explosive combat from the film as well as exclusive content created just for the game. Customize your Iron Man suit and battle against armies of fighter jets, tanks, armored Super Villains and more. You are a One Man Army. You are Iron Man.
Microsoft: GTA IV to Light Up Xbox Live
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From next-gen.biz (http://www.next-gen.biz/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=10275&Itemid=2 ): [QUOTE] Grand Theft Auto IV’s robust online multiplayer features will drive Xbox Live memberships, Microsoft said Thursday. “GTA is unique because it appeals to such a large audience,” Xbox 360 group product manager Aaron Greenberg told Reuters. “It will likely be the best-selling game launched all year and we expect it will drive a lot of new members to Xbox Live.” [/QUOTE] Full Story: next-gen.biz (http://www.next-gen.biz/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=10275&Itemid=2 )
Beat the Demo for a Kung Fu Panda Code!
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Beat the Kung Fu Panda demo and get an exclusive cheat code for the full game which will allow you to unlock characters in multiplayer mode.
GTA IV First Day Sales: UK 609K, USA 2.5M, EU 1.7M – 360 Beats PS3 except EU
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From gamesindustry.biz (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/gta-iv-sets-uk-day-one-sales-records ): [QUOTE] According to Chart-Track [UK] estimates, GTA IV first day sales were 609,000 units – eclipsing the record of 501,000 units set by GTA: San Andreas in 2004. GTA IV also set a record for first day sales Xbox 360 software, with 335,000 units. The prior record, set last September by Halo 3, was 266,000 units. The PS3 version of GTA IV sold 274,000 units in the UK on day one. [/QUOTE] UPDATE: From vgchartz.com (http://www.vgchartz.com/news/news.php?id=1102 ): [QUOTE] VG Chartz has today announced that according to their early sell-through data, Grand Theft Auto 4 has sold a record 2.5 million units in its first day of sales. Data for the first day of GTAIV sales shows that the game sold roughly at a 6:4 ratio in favor of Xbox 360 to PS3 in the Americas. While that means the game sold better on Xbox 360, it had a higher attach rate on PS3. Sales have also been brisk in Europe, along with Chart Tracks report of 600,000 copies sold in the UK in one day, VG Chartz estimates that around 1.7 million units were sold across Europe and others on day one – the format split is roughly a mirror image of the Americas, with around 60% of all European sales being on PS3. [/QUOTE] Full Story: gamesindustry.biz (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/gta-iv-sets-uk-day-one-sales-records ) | vgchartz.com (http://www.vgchartz.com/news/news.php?id=1102 )
Yahoo investors seek Microsoft return
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From reuters.com (http://www.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idUSN0228397020080505?sp=true ): [QUOTE] Yahoo Inc’s shares tumbled on Monday as investors punished the company for rejecting Microsoft Corp’s $47.5 billion bid, though the fall was cushioned by hopes a deal may still be possible. Shares of Yahoo fell as much as 20 percent in early Nasdaq trading before recovering some to trade at $24.47, still down 14 percent and far below the $33-per-share Microsoft offer. Analysts expect a flurry of shareholder lawsuits against Yahoo, even as the Web pioneer pursues possible deals with other Internet media and advertising companies, such as Time Warner Inc’s AOL Internet division. But Yahoo’s share fall was not as steep as the 30 percent plunge anticipated by some analysts, indicating there was still an “acquisition premium” built into the stock. At $24.47, the stock is comfortably above its January 31 close of $19.18, before Microsoft disclosed its unsolicited offer. [/QUOTE] Full Story: reuters.com (http://www.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idUSN0228397020080505?sp=true )
Iwata: Microsoft ‘Wiimote’ is no threat to Nintendo
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From mcvuk.com (http://www.mcvuk.com/news/30437/Iwata-Microsoft-Wiimote-is-no-threat-to-Nintendo ): [QUOTE] Nintendo President dismisses impact rival’s rumoured motion-sensing controller could have on his business He said: “I am also aware of the [Microsoft Wiimote] rumour and have seen a fake image made by a fan on the web which looks like a Wii Remote with the rumour that such a controller may be launched, However there is no way for us to comment on such speculations. “All I can say today is, it is not that easy to develop software which leverages the characteristics of the Wii Remote. We are not concerned about what other companies may do but rather more concerned with presenting them with new ideas to our customers based on the prospect that our existing customers will surely get tired of the plays enabled by Wii Remote if we do not try to improve the experience. [/QUOTE] Full Story: mcvuk.com (http://www.mcvuk.com/news/30437/Iwata-Microsoft-Wiimote-is-no-threat-to-Nintendo )
R-Type® Command
Sony Games :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
In a desperate war against the mysterious alien race known as the Bydo, humanity sends wave after wave of fighters into Bydo space – none of which are ever heard from again. Mankind’s main hope now resides with a lone commander, sent to lead a small armada on a perilous mission into the heart of the Bydo Empire. Low on fuel and forced to scavenge resources and equipment from his surroundings, the commander must use all his cunning and wits if he hopes to succeed, let alone make it home alive.
Iron Man™
Sony Games :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Based on the blockbuster movie by Marvel Studios, Iron Man™ blasts onto the all major gaming platforms! Immerse yourself in hardcore shooting action and explosive combat from the film as well as exclusive content created just for the game. Customize your Iron Man suit and battle against armies of fighter jets, tanks, armored Super Villains and more. You are a One Man Army. You are Iron Man.
Another Manufacturer Says Xbox 360 Blu-ray Coming This Year
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From kotaku.com (http://kotaku.com/386372/another-manufacturer-says-xbox-360-blu+ray-coming-this-year ): [QUOTE] A report from Taiwanese news source Economic Daily News says that Pegatron Technology–a recently formed subsidiary of Asus that shouldn’t be confused with the Decepticon leader–has received an order from Microsoft to manufacture a Blu-ray equipped model of the Xbox 360. According to the report, Pegatron says that it plans to begin production on the HD version of the Xbox 360 soon, with plans to ship within the next six months, aiming for a pre-holiday release. The EDN report also mentions that a price cut for the Core (Arcade) version of the 360 is planned, but doesn’t provide further details on timing or adjustments. [/QUOTE] Full Story: kotaku.com (http://kotaku.com/386372/another-manufacturer-says-xbox-360-blu+ray-coming-this-year )
Take-2: GTA IV Sales Estimates Too Low – Play.com: 80sales/min
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From gamesindustry.biz (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/feder-gta-iv-sales-estimates-are-too-low ): [QUOTE] Take-Two CEO Ben Feder has said that he believes analysts estimates for sales of Grand Theft Auto IV are too low. A number of analysts and research firms have taken a shot at predicting the success of the game, with Wedbush Morgan’s Michael Pachter estimating the game will sell over 9 million units this fiscal year, with Take-Two shipping 6 million units in the first week to meet demand. “Our expectations are very high, higher than analysts give the game credit for,” said Feder, speaking to Reuters. [/QUOTE] From gamesindustry.biz (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/play-com-taking-over-80-orders-per-minute-for-gta-iv ): [QUOTE] Online retailer Play.com has revealed it has been taking over 80 orders per minute for Grand Theft Auto IV, released today. Stuart Rowe, chief operating officer for Play.com, has said that the game is likely to smash previous sales records in the videogame sector. “We’re experiencing trading levels similar to what we would see in the run up to Christmas, taking over 80 orders per minute at peak times. [/QUOTE] Full Story: gamesindustry.biz(1) (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/feder-gta-iv-sales-estimates-are-too-low ) | gamesindustry.biz(2) (http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/play-com-taking-over-80-orders-per-minute-for-gta-iv ) Buy from Amazon: GTA IV (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FRU1UM?ie=UTF8&tag=finalfantasyx-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000FRU1UM ) $60 | GTA IV Special Edition (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000TG72OW?ie=UTF8&tag=finalfantasyx-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000TG72OW ) $90 | Xbox360 + GTAIV = 30usd off (http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Ffeature.html%3Fie%3DUTF8%26docId%3D1000220281%26pf%5Frd%5Fm%3DATVPDKIKX0DER%26pf%5Frd%5Fs%3Dhero-quick-promo%26pf%5Frd%5Fr%3D1ZYYWHBQ1G1XSHM12N9D%26pf%5Frd%5Ft%3D201%26pf%5Frd%5Fp%3D389863201%26pf%5Frd%5Fi%3DB000UQAUWW&tag=finalfantasyx-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325 )
How To: Quickly Contact Intelligent Life At XBOX Customer Service
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From consumerist.com (http://consumerist.com/5007862/how-to-quickly-contact-intelligent-life-at-xbox-customer-service ): [QUOTE] Jason at Doombot has developed a process for reaching intelligent life at XBOX customer service. He discovered this easy 4-step procedure thanks to a XBOX 360 that enjoys not reading discs. 1. Call 1-800-4-MY-XBOX. 2. Get a reference number for your problem as quickly as possible. You may need to say “I already did that” when they try to make you do the troubleshooting script, just to expedite the process. 3. Hang up and call the escalated support number, 866-506-3826. 4. Talk to someone who knows what they’re doing. [/QUOTE] Full Story: consumerist.com (http://consumerist.com/5007862/how-to-quickly-contact-intelligent-life-at-xbox-customer-service )
Critical Reception: Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto IV
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
This week’s edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto IV, which debuts this week to a Metacritic-averaged score of 99 out of 100.
Actiga Signs Deal to Use Xbox 360 Wireless Technology
Xbox Scene :: Tuesday, May 06, 2008
From the press release: [QUOTE] Actiga Corporation, a leading pioneer in active video gaming products and services, today announced that Qmotions, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Actiga, has signed a North American licensing agreement with Microsoft Corporation, allowing Qmotions to incorporate Microsoft’s Xbox 360 wireless technology in its game controllers. Under the agreement, Qmotions will produce a full-range of products that will be officially endorsed by Microsoft. “This is a milestone event for our company that now enables us to design, develop and market a unique range of wireless products, bringing the excitement of action gaming to a whole new level on the Xbox 360 system,” said Amro Albanna, chairman and CEO of Actiga. “We are excited to have been chosen as a Microsoft partner, particularly at this early stage of technology development where the award of Microsoft’s wireless accessory agreement continues to position us at the cutting edge of technology.” “Our aim with the Xbox 360 system is to broaden the consumer videogame experience and ensure a perfect match between the console, the peripherals and the game,” says Scott Loomis, Xbox Third Party Peripheral Program Manager. “Qmotions has proven their commitment to providing a variety of innovative and high quality peripherals to enhance the video gaming adventure. We will work closely with Qmotions to ensure the best experience for our Xbox 360 players.” The first application of the technology will be seen in the second half of 2008 when Qmotions launches a new line of wireless active game controllers. The company’s first wireless product introduction will be the Qmotions-Big Air action game controller, a full size skateboard that operates with the Xbox 360 and is compatible with popular skateboarding games. [/QUOTE]
