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Deadliest Catch: Alaskan Storm is a game developed exclusively for the Xbox 360 - it was in the works for over three years before it got released. Good thing we have the achievements here, right? At least, this way, we know what to expect from it. The other way would be to watch the documentary it's based on... ... |
9 June 2008
19:06 GMT |
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Culdcept SAGA combines the strategy of a board game with the depth of a trading card game to create a unique fusion of traditional turn-based play. There was a demo available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Gold members which even allowed players to have a go at the game's multiplayer mode. It also featured a singl... |
9 June 2008
11:46 GMT |
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Commanders: Attack Of The Genos is a turn based strategy (TBS) game released by Sierra Online for the Xbox 360 console via the service. The game was developed by SouthEnd Interactive and published worldwide on the 13th of February 2008. The game was not a huge success, partly because of its genre, which is not at all... |
5 June 2008
11:41 GMT |
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The retro-arcade space combat shooter genre has been completely revived by the quality releases on XBLA since the beginning of the year. To prove that the entire genre is up and kicking, Sierra has decided to launch Aces of the Galaxy, not only for XBLA download, but for PCs, too. The Xbox 360 version costs 800 MS Po... |
5 June 2008
02:33 GMT |
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Chessmaster Live is part of the famous Chessmaster series that exists ever since the late 80s. With much improved graphics and AI, Chessmaster Live has been developed by Ubisoft Romania and published by Ubisoft on the 20th of January 2008 exclusively on Xbox Live Arcade. It costs 800 MS Points.The biggest goof made b... |
3 June 2008
09:53 GMT |
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Catan is an Xbox Live Arcade version of the highly appreciated and very original board game Catan, the one that inspired the creation of many other similar board titles, the best example being the successful Carcassonne. The Xbox 360 version of Catan has been developed and published by Big Huge Games who have closely... |
3 June 2008
09:17 GMT |
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Boom Boom Rocket is another Guitar Hero-like, this time one released for the XBLA service by Electronic Arts and developed by Bizarre Creations. As the double "boom" in the name suggests, the game can also be considered similar to Dance Dance Revolution! - it's just that here the player has to trigger fireworks ... |
30 May 2008
08:19 GMT |
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The Xbox 360 Live Arcade will soon give you the chance to play a futuristic type of Dodgeball game, thanks to YUKE'S Company Limited. The game has already received certification to be released on the Xbox Live service, and it will be available for download this summer for the regular 800 MS points. Double D Dodg... |
29 May 2008
17:06 GMT |
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Bliss Island is a game that definitely didn't receive all the attention it needed. And having in mind that the PomPom Games developed title was published by Codemasters, we can't understand why, especially because it is a very innovative and fun arcade title. Probably we'll never know, but it is a real... |
29 May 2008
09:35 GMT |
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Alien Hominid HD features completely hand-drawn high-definition graphics coupled with a familiar and accessible game play that makes it an addictive, side-scrolling shooter with cute, quirky humor and adjustable cartoon gore. Also, there is multiplayer mode to be selected at your desire, immersive environments, famou... |
23 May 2008
06:34 GMT |
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3D Ultra Minigolf Adventures is an Xbox Live Arcade title developed by Wanako Studios and released on the 18th of April 2007. The game features four player multiplayer games, a customizable course editor and, as expected, it was really fun to play. The game costs 800 MS Points ($10).3D Ultra Minigolf Adventures was, ... |
21 May 2008
17:06 GMT |
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Game developers have often complained about the fact that the size limit of 250MB (even lower when the service was released) is not big enough for their games and many hoped that Microsoft would do something to repair the mistake. It seems that the time is about to come, but don't expect some huge changes in the... |
21 May 2008
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Buku Sudoku, the first sudoku game to be released for the Xbox 360 consoles, will hit the market this spring, ready to delight all the sudoku fans in the world. The game will be published by unknown publisher Merscom.Buku Sudoku will use three of the most appreciated Xbox Live Arcade features in order to create the "... |
1 February 2008
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Yesterday, the world of video games was rocked by the arrival of a new Bionic Commando trailer, something that showed anything but the next-gen version of the game (which Capcom announced a little while back for PS3, Xbox 360 and PC). Bionic Commando Rearmed has now been confirmed as a downloadable game this Spring, ... |
19 January 2008
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October 2007 saw gaming sites all over the world getting very excited over Capcom teaming up with an unnamed "American producer", a "Japanese creative advisor" and GRIN, a rather small Swedish studio, to create a new Bionic Commando game for next-gen systems and PC. Fans started focusing on the big game, not having a... |
18 January 2008
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We've heard about next-gen console wars, but never to this day, has this competition seemed so fierce, specially when involving two huge names of the gaming industry, like Microsoft and Nintendo. Well, they both have their problems: the Xbox Live isn't working so well, while the Wii shortage is still a com... |
17 January 2008
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It's rumor time again, as we're getting closer and closer to finally witnessing the moment when the Duke descends upon us, in his next-gen adventure. Till that time comes, we might have a third degree encounter with the FPS macho number one bully in the classic Duke Nukem 3D, which seemingly will hit the X... |
15 January 2008
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Nintendo have updated their Internet service for the Wii and so has Microsoft. Two games are set to hit the Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, as downloadables, at 9:00 a.m. GMT. Sensible World of Soccer and Tempest go for 800 MS Points and 400 MS Points respectively.Sensible World of Soccer is a revamped version of ... |
18 December 2007
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Don't you just love video games? Of course you do, that's why you read gaming news, but isn't it that sometimes you're so proud of your gaming system and the titles you play on it that you just want the whole world to know? Everyone's thankful for something in gaming, but someone in particula... |
17 December 2007
03:09 GMT |
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In the Arkadian Warriors game, players begin by choosing from three mighty warriors - a Soldier, an Archer and a Sorceress - to journey to the ultimate confrontation with the evil Gorgon. All three warriors have a unique special ability allowing them to transform into a giant alter ego for a short time - a Lion, a D... |
13 December 2007
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Sierra Online is dominating this week's Xbox LIVE Arcade update, with a couple of their best titles being made available for download via Xbox LIVE Marketplace, each going for 800 Microsoft Points. One of those games is GripShift, which, needless to say, it is one of the best blends of automotive and puzzle ever... |
11 December 2007
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Making this the first multi-platform launch of a casual brand from a mobile game publisher, Gameloft, renowned publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones, has decided to launch Brain Challenge (one of their popular mobile brain teasers) on Xbox LIVE Arcade, in early 2008. iPod, DS and PC versions are al... |
4 December 2007
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Just a couple of weeks ago, THQ ruled the Xbox LIVE Arcade domain with titles like Elements of Destruction and SpongeBob SquarePants: Underpants Slam! This week, however brings Atari to the scene with two fresh arcade titles: Asteroids and Asteroids Deluxe. Everything you need to know about the pair, and more details... |
29 November 2007
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Sidhe Interactive, a company responsible for one of the best racing titles ever developed, has confirmed a revamped version of GripShift for Xbox Live Arcade. The game will become available for download by the end of the year (no price point set for now), featuring improved visuals and controls, with additional singl... |
29 November 2007
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On the 14th of May this year, someone got their hands on some Bomberman screenshots and artwork. Everything led to a 2007 release, which, evidently, turned out to be true. Then came the first add-on pack for Bomberman LIVE, Bomb-Up Pack 1. Now, a free update has been confirmed for the game, currently available on Xbo... |
19 November 2007
08:49 GMT |
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An official report today says that Microsoft Corp. will be celebrating the fifth anniversary of Xbox LIVE, mentioning that the latest membership figures show more than 8 million members are now actively engaged in Xbox LIVE. Thus, every member of any status will be able to download a free XBLA game this month. Read o... |
14 November 2007
06:35 GMT |
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Although Tuesday November 13th (that's today) marks the 100th XBLA game release, Major Nelson confirms that "from 0000-0200 PT", the Xbox LIVE engineering team "will be performing server maintenance." Nonetheless, we're still going to talk about Shrek N Roll and ScrewJumper, the latest additions to the serv... |
13 November 2007
04:33 GMT |
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This week's XBLA update brings not two, not three, but a total of four THQ original titles to users of the service where fantasy meets reality (as far as gamer fanatics are concerned). ScrewJumper!, Elements of Destruction, SpongeBob SquarePants: Underpants Slam! and ScrewJumper! Are 3 of the 4 games confirmed b... |
8 November 2007
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Oh, this is a good time to be a gamer (and have loads of free time to actually play too). Even though there are a bunch of fresh demos and trials to be downloaded right here on our website, (Hellgate: London, Guitar Hero III and Luxor 3) this fact sheet for Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix is sure to make every... |
23 October 2007
03:15 GMT |
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Although this piece of news isn't quite fresh, it's very important for everyone to be aware about the issues surrounding Xbox Live today. According to a piece up on QJ.net, users of Microsoft's service are warned "about possible phishing for Xbox Live account login information," as Evil Avatar points o... |
11 September 2007
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Missile Command is a 1980 arcade game by Atari Inc. that was also licensed to SEGA for European release. The plot of Missile Command is simple: the player's six cities are being attacked by an endless hail of ballistic missiles, some of them even splitting like multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles ... |
7 September 2007
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Originally created by id Software, and developed for Xbox Live Arcade by Nerve Software, DOOM delivers all the original nightmarish demons and hellish zombies in enhanced graphics supporting High-Definition displays along with 5.1 Surround Sound. Gamers can also unlock a full array of achievements and access leaderbo... |
7 September 2007
08:38 GMT |
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If you haven't checked with Xbox Live lately... you'd better! We've just received word that FlatOut Ultimate Carnage has up a demo on the console's downloading service and it's FREE! There are three playable game modes available with this demo: Carnage Rage, Deathmatch Derby and Race (FlatOut... |
6 September 2007
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Remember the frenzy Bomberman LIVE started when it was first announced? It was pretty much the same as with Prince of Persia Classic, only people have forgotten to mention the two for quite a while. Luckily for Bomberman LIVE gamers though, Hudson Entertainment (the North American publishing arm for Hudson Soft) has ... |
29 August 2007
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It's not only Nintendo's Virtual Console that gets older, classic titles, but Microsof's Xbox Live Arcade as well. Microsoft's service even makes room for beautifully crafted remakes of older titles and this is the case with Marathon 2: Durandal. Pro-g.co.uk is reporting that a "a high definition ... |
1 August 2007
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Namco Bandai (America) has recently revealed to the press (and in a proud manner too) that the online demo of their highly-anticipated flying sim, Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation has debuted as the #1 downloadable demo on Xbox Live during Microsoft's E3: Bringing it Home Experience. The official report speaks ... |
27 July 2007
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The Xbox Live Arcade was indeed dying for a good title. It has been confirmed (although, not through an official press release, but through... talk) that Wing Commander Arena is the upcoming downloadable game via XBLA. You'll need no more, no less than 800 Microsoft Points to get it. Given that it's Electro... |
24 July 2007
03:26 GMT |
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Apparently, Halo 3 will not be featuring the Co-Op mode you all dreamed about. Bungie has somewhat hit a wall in developing this game mode, and it's basically because of the vast maps that the game features and of course, the number of players that can join in on the fight. However, a two player Co-Op mode would... |
19 July 2007
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Is there anyone out there who doesn't love a good puzzler? I didn't think so. Well, it seems that the genre might even be taking greater heights with D3Publisher of America prepping the launch of its wildly popular Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords Nintendo's Wii, Sony's PlayStation 2 and th... |
18 July 2007
08:42 GMT |
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Just as Nintendo makes downloadable games available every week for their Wii gamers, so does Microsoft for their gamers. This week, Xbox 360 owners will be glad to see that Bomberman Live, from Hudson Entertainment, and Yie Ar Kung Fu from Konami, will be made available for download via the console's Internet se... |
16 July 2007
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Apparently, Sony doesn't have anything above Microsoft, especially not PlayStation Home. As GameIndustry.biz reports, Microsoft's Internet service for the Xbox 360, the Xbox Live Marketplace is growing by double digits every month. So, by the looks of things, a substantial price cut for the PS3 is inevitabl... |
5 July 2007
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If there's one thing that the Xbox 360 doesn't lack, it's titles. Every other week or so, a well known developer or publisher announces a game for it, even though it has proven to be quite a faulty machine ever since it was released. This week, Ubisoft has revealed their plans to launch Dark Messiah of... |
3 July 2007
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Although Lost Planet fans surely haven't had enough of the third-person shooter yet, Capcom is busy trying to please its users, thus releasing three more maps for them to enjoy online (and not only I presume). The three maps consist of two what-you'd-expect ones that fill the screen up with environmental be... |
22 June 2007
06:44 GMT |
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XBLA has been quite a hot topic this week, with loads of new content for popular titles being announced, new downloadable classics and so on. Today, courtesy of Xboxic.com, we learned that Xbox 360 gamers are getting 5 new stages for Alien Hominid HD. More fun is to be had then. Well, that's of course if you... |
20 June 2007
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Lots of titles are floating around Xbox Live Arcade, mostly old arcade classics, but every now and then, Xboxers get some new stuff too. This week, it's Band of Bugs, and although it revolves around a bunch of little insects, they're not the kind that you squash with your shoe. They're armed to the tee... |
19 June 2007
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Square Enix, makers of the well known RPG game series, Final Fantasy, are keeping themselves quite busy lately with the development on FF XIII for the PS3 (although, if going by the PS3's popularity, it may never hit the console again), The Last Remanant, also an RPG in the FF style, and their latest title annou... |
15 June 2007
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Empire Interactive has recently revealed one very improbable title to hit Xbox Live Arcade so soon, but an anticipated one at that, for the service: Speedball II: Brutal Deluxe. The title was recently voted one of the most wanted games for Xbox Live Arcade. It truly is one of the finest combat sports games ever devel... |
12 June 2007
18:21 GMT |
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Just a little while ago, the Internet blew up in flames with news on a revamped Prince of Persia Classic about to hit Xbox Live Arcade, making the delight of Xbox 360 gamers and fans of Jordan Mechner's old PC title. Well, as of tomorrow morning, Xbox 360 gamers worldwide will be able to enjoy the face lifted Pr... |
12 June 2007
17:46 GMT |
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What do you know, miracles do happen. Today's news says that Microsoft is ready to stream music to some 30 million of its regular XBL users, for FREE! "Microsoft" and "free" in the same sentence?" say Xbox 360 owners. Yes, it's true, and it's going to be a month-long promotion.Users of Microsoft's... |
6 June 2007
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After 26 years of focusing on other kinds of games (next-gen games recently), Namco Bandai (then it was just Namco Ltd.) has released the classic 2 dimensional Pac-Man, with all new mazes, available on Microsoft's Xbox 360, downloadable through the console's Internet service, Xbox Live Arcade."'Pac-Man... |
6 June 2007
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