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It was clear that the New Xbox Experience would take space to use. What still is not clear is why the hell Microsoft insists on selling a product with no hard drive while simultaneously releasing important upgrades to the system that need a hard drive to work properly. Yes, the big MS announced the Experience will fit on a 256MB storage card to allow most Arcade users to enjoy the fun of the poorly named Avatars. But let’s not forget that some Arcade users are sitting with a 64MB card. ... read more |
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The reason mega games like Metal Gear Solid 4 have to be loaded onto your PS3 is because the transfer rate of early generation blu-ray drives is exponentially slower than DVD. Without preloading there would be a load screen every 5 minutes in PS3 games. Or the traditional load screens would be 3x as long, or longer. But Microsoft doesn’t want to be left out of this preloading craze ... read more |
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There have been a lot of console mods over the years. Wii’s made up with Zelda paraphernalia and the like. A modder on the Ben Heck forums has decided that the small handed among the populace should have a chance to play the Xbox 360. Even though the wireless 360 controller is a comfortable size, it is still larger than the PS3 SIXAXIS or DUALSHOCK 3. ... read more |
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Microsoft claims that there is no actual “street date” for the new 60GB Xbox 360. It’ll just seep into retail channels and you’ll see it…whenever. I know MS has long had a stance that when they upgrade their current console it isn’t a big release event, and thus no thought is given to a release date. ... read more |
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At this years San Diego Comic-Con fans will get a chance to get the latest details on the DC comic based on the game series, as well as some fancy new collectibles. It’s a veritable treasure trove of grunty man phrases being uttered throughout the Microsoft and DC Comics booths when Cliff Bleszinski brings along Marcus Fenix and the Cole Train. ... read more |
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It looks like Guitar Hero: Aerosmith did not rectify the incompatible guitar peripheral “issue.” Actually, it’s doubtful that Activision sees it as a problem. As popular, with fans and critics alike, as Rock Band is it still pales in comparison to the Guitar Hero series. ... read more |
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Along with the Euphoria engine and pretty new physics that make you really feel as if the Force is flowing through your body, the upcoming Star Wars: The Force Unleashed will feature are new ship to add to your ever expanding Star Wars armada. ... read more |
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How close to NYC does Liberty City actually look? For those of us who have lived and worked in the city there are constant reminders. Little touches that make you stop and say, “Wait a second.” ... read more |
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I keep running into projects and ideas that I wish I’d thought of. Last week it was the pixilated gaming cutting boards, and this week it’s a giant Nintendo Controller Coffee Table. Sure, we just picked up a new coffee table (furniture seems to rule my life this month). ... read more |
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It’s come to the point with the Xbox 360 with Blu-ray fiasco that I’ll only believe it when I can walk into a store and purchase one. Even an official confirmation from Microsoft might not persuade me it is real. ... read more |
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Blockbuster may not be interested in digital distribution, but they are starting to see the potential for the gaming market. Years ago they started an initiative for those renting games on a consistent basis, and since then the chain has expanded its video game support. ... read more |
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There’s no word on how the service would work with Marketplace. LG and Netflix have partnered recently to bring a set top box that streams movies to high def televisions. ... read more |
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The final chapter to what started out as a sad story of lost memorabilia has come to an end. At least, I’m not sure how it could get any better. Nathaniel, who you might remember had his priceless 360 destroyed by Microsoft received a Halo 3 care package from Bungie. ... read more |
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About a week a go there was a gamer named Nathaniel who went through some hard times. The lucky lad had an Xbox 360 that was signed by members of Bungie, Rooster Teeth Studios (creators of the machinema “Red vs Blue” based on Halo) and some artwork. This was a priceless machine that happened to red ring. ... read more |
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Microsoft surprised no one this past weekend when they followed Toshiba out of HD-DVD’s house. The party is now officially over for the 360. Microsoft will continue to support the HD-DVD add-on’s warranty and service the peripheral, but no more will be manufactured. We hear they’ll be dropping in price, and that would be an insult. ... read more |
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