March 2007 Archives
Orb Takes a Bite out of Apple for Media Freedom
Apple was given another strong message by hackers, in that users want flexibility, openness and freedom. Hackers applied the Orb principle of "Opening the Proprietary Platform to Allow Streaming of Other Formats" (Source: eHomeUpgrade). "Within 24 hours, hackers had taken the Apple TV box and Orb-ized it," said Joe Costello,... [More]
Mad Catz and BioWare in Full Effect
Mad Catz Interactive, the video game accessory provider, has announced that it will produce a new line of officially-licensed accessories to support the launch of BioWare's highly-anticipated game, Mass Effect. Mad Catz has entered into an exclusive agreement with BioWare to produce products for the launch of the title. "BioWare's... [More]
Earth Defense Force Wants You
D3Publisher is recruiting gamers across America to defend the human race in Earth Defense Force 2017, now available exclusively for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft at a suggested retail price of $39.95. As described by D£Publisher, "this hard-hitting, arcade-style, third-person shooter thrusts players into the... [More]
EA Ships UEFA Champions League 2006-2007 Worldwide
EA Sports has now shipped the official UEFA Champions League 2006-2007 videogame to stores worldwide for its March release. The event's only officially licensed videogame introduces a new way to play the beautiful game on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system, celebrates the passion soccer fans have for... [More]
THQ Brings Tetris Classic To The 360
THQ have announced that Tetris Evolution, the newest version of the classic brain teaser, is now available for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Featuring new single and multiplayer gameplay modes, multiple customization options and Xbox Live capabilities, Tetris Evolution is the first next-generation version of... [More]
Microsoft Unites Xbox and PC Gamers With Windows - LIVE
Xbox LIVE extends to Windows Vista to create single online gaming service starting with 'Halo 2' on May 8. Microsoft recently announced the extension of the Xbox LIVE games and entertainment network to the Windows platform, bringing together the most popular online console game service with the most popular games... [More]
EA'S NCAA March Madness 07 Releases Exciting New Downloadable Content
Electronic Arts Inc recently announced that new in-game content is available to download for its popular basketball videogame that is available in stores now - NCAA March Madness 07. This new content has been developed exclusively for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system and is now available on... [More]
Online Gaming Spearheading the Convergence Race
Virgin Media and Sky's recent handbag swinging has brought the term 'convergence' back into sharp focus. Virgin's recent merger with the cable company NTL, now sees it presiding over a vast media and technological empire that encompasses digital TV, broadband, cable and mobile phones, on demand content and online gaming.... [More]
EA SPORTS Announces Tony Stewart as Cover Athlete for NASCAR 08
EA Sports recently announced that two-time NEXTEL NASCAR CUP Series champion Tony Stewart will appear on the cover of NASCAR 08, scheduled for release this summer. Developed by EA Tiburon, NASCAR 08 is the first title in the NASCAR franchise to be made available on the Xbox 360 video game... [More]
360 Media Extender Beefy Contender
Gizmodo have carried out a pretty extensive review of Apple's media offering, aptly named 'Apple TV', and put it up against a 360 and Windows Media Center combination. They're conclusion has the 360/Media Center pipping Apple TV to the post. You can draw your own conclusions, but we think your... [More]
Xbox Live Hack Down to Pretexting
After last week's report by SecurityFocus.com about some Xbox users bragging about stealing Xbox Live accounts, "You call 1-800-4my-xbox, pretend to be that person, make up a story...keep calling and keep calling, every time getting a little bit more information ... once you have enough information you can get the... [More]
Microsoft Hijack PS3 Launch
Our sister site, PS3Informer.com recently reported the European launch of the PS3. Whilst the UK launch appeared to be a success, other reports suggest that turnout was not as enthusiastic at certain launch sites across Europe. Most significant was Microsoft's attempts to hijack proceedings. BBC News Technology site reported how... [More]
Viirtua Tennis 3 released for 360 and PS3
SEGA of America, Inc. announced yeterday that Virtua Tennis 3 for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system, has shipped to retailers nationwide. The game will also be available on March 26, 2007 on the PSP (PlayStationPortable) system for gamers on... [More]
Black Xbox 360 Elite rumours gaining strength
Rumours have resurfaced regarding the arrival of the black Xbox 360 Elite Edition. Spanish site Consolas.com have posted images detailing the new Elite's sleek and svelte lines. Reports have also stated the black Xbox 360 will have a HDMI port and HDMI cable, a larger 120 Gb hard drive, along... [More]
Dance Dance Dance Revolution Universe
Taking full advantage of the next-generation capabilities of the Xbox 360, DDR Universe contains an extensive set of features, allowing both newcomers and fans of the series to experience the game like never before. DDR Universe takes dancing to a whole new level with crisp, high-definition graphics, more than 70... [More]
World Cyber Games announce official global tournament
The World Cyber Games (WCG), the recognized blue chip leader for international video game competitions, and Circuit City Stores, Inc. recently launched the competition with the largest WCG Official Games lineup ever. In 2007 the following ten games will be contested in 70+ Nations worldwide on Windows PC and/or Xbox... [More]
Gears of War - The Review
Having decided to take the plunge into the next generation of console gaming with the Xbox360, there was only one game that I was interested in playing with my shiny new console. Surely 2 million people who have already bought it couldn’t be wrong. Surely game-magazines and reviews worldwide couldn’t... [More]
MSFT ups Memory Unit, Xbox Arcade game sizes
Microsoft today officially unveiled plans for a 512MB Memory Unit for the Xbox 360. This new unit, available in early April, will offer eight times the memory of the current 64MB Memory Unit and retail for $50. It will be pre-loaded with the Xbox Live Arcade game Geometry Wars: Retro... [More]
Xbox Live Artist of the Month: Modest Mouse
The Xbox team has unveiled that the March 2006 Xbox Live Artist of the Month is the indie rock band Modest Mouse. The band, which is about to release a new album through Epic Records, has made available on Xbox Live at no charge downloadables including the music video for... [More]
Microsoft running XNA developer contest
Microsoft, looking to encourage development of gaming titles through its XNA Game Studio software, is putting up $10,000 and the right to have your game published through Xbox Live Arcade via a contest announced at today's Game Developers Conference 2007. This contest, called Dream-Build-Play, is "a global contest that offers... [More]
New Shadownrun trailer made available
FASA Studio said late Thursday they posted a new trailer for their upcoming Xbox 360 title Shadowrun. This trailer, available through the game's updated Web site, "showcases the reward of combining cleverness, cunning and split-second improvisation, through a unique combination of modern weapons, ancient magic and advanced technology."... [More]
Xbox 360 Game Releases; Week of Mar. 5, 2007
Two new titles look to be available this week for the Xbox 360. These includes the latest Tom Clancy title from UbiSoft called Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 and the Electronic Arts hip-hop fighting game Def Jam Icon.... [More]
Zabransky cover athlete for NCAA Football 08
EA Sports revealed today former Boise State University quarterback and Tostitos Fiesta Bowl MVP Jared Zabransky will appear on the cover of NCAA Football 08 when the game debuts this summer. More details below on this title being developed by EA Tiburon from the corporate press release: "Zabransky led Boise... [More]
GTA IV release date, new trailer information revealed
Rockstar Games looks to have updated the Web site for Grand Theft Auto IV. Now posted on this site is news about a trailer for the game which will be released at the end of March. Word is also out this week GTA IV will be hitting store shelves for... [More]
Microsoft Xbox Live VIsion Camera
The Xbox Live VIsion Camera puts a personal touch on your Xbox Live online gaming. With it, you can do a variety of functions inlcuding putting your face on a gamertag, adding your face to characters in games which support this feature and interacting with gesture-based games to enhance your... [More]
Bullet Witch
The year is 2013 and mankind is on the verge of being wiped out by demons. Alica, the Bullet Witch, fights to keep this extinction from happening by using a wide array of weapons and magic including four upgradable gun types and 27 spells. The game offers up massive levels... [More]
Bioshock game gets release date
Word is out today of a locked in release date for the upcoming Xbox 360 title Bioshock. The reported street date for this highly anticpated game is August 21.... [More]
