X-Box 360 (If you Have it only)

[The Isomotion31]

Hey does NBA 2K7 hit stores on tuesday? or Wednesday?

I saw on gamestop that they ship today so it should be in stores tomorrow right? But I saw a commercial that said the 28th?

[Sbells]

I got a call that my reserve (which I'll probably refund) would be available this afternoon/tonight.

[The Isomotion31]

hmmm ok, I'll give them a call. Thanks!

[Kain_2000]

been playin the heck outta fight night and PGR3, im wanting to get dead rising some time soon

[Smbdyfnkillme]

im wanting to get dead rising some time soon

If you don't have an HDTV, don't bother. You'll get real upset at the game, real fast. Go back to the last page to read my post about how they won't even patch the game. It looks fun, but I had to give up on it. If you're the type to play through your games with a strategy guide, you may be ok. I don't use strategy guides very often so I need the text to actually be legible.

[Kain_2000]

If you don't have an HDTV, don't bother. You'll get real upset at the game, real fast. Go back to the last page to read my post about how they won't even patch the game. It looks fun, but I had to give up on it. If you're the type to play through your games with a strategy guide, you may be ok. I don't use strategy guides very often so I need the text to actually be legible.

so the text is all jacked up???

[jcayce]

Having trouble with the Datel Transfer kit, cant get anything on my card...

Any suggestions?

Thanks

Jeff

[Hurricane]

so the text is all jacked up???


It is so small that you really can't read it without getting right up on the tv, and even then it's hard. pretty frustrating unless you have a HDTV.

[Sbells]

The text is small even on HD TV's.

[Smbdyfnkillme]

Basically, they refuse to patch the game and they're just hoping that this all blows over. However, they still want your money so they're doubling the size of their ad campaign. Don't you just love Capcom? This is the same company that released a PS2 Viewtiful Joe demo that erased the data of whatever memory card that you had in the system. Their response? Oh well.

[Kain_2000]

damit >_< but i so wanted this game.......im just going to get it used on ebay then if its not tworth the whole $60

[Jamesweighs]

Kain, you liking PGR?
I loves me some racing games. Played the hell out of this a while ago, but lately, I have a buddy online who lives and breathes racing games. So we are racing a lot all of a sudden.

He got me to try using the in car view and turning off the HUD and music, and just listen to the engine for when to shift. I tell you, it's like a whole new game. So immersive. No map shown and you have to use your mirrors to see your opposition coming up. I only fiddled with the in car view before, always been a die-hard hood or bumper view guy. But this is really awesome, especially with some of the cars with no roofs. There are some crazy ****pit views in there. Take out an Atom or Radical on Nurburgring and it's just nuts.
He made me laugh saying, "yeah, I don't really drive cars in real life with my head down by the bumper".

Plus, we race cars across all the classes I've never even considered using in the career mode.

It's kinda nice to fall back in love with a game and find it fresh and different than when you've played it.

Really stoked for GTR coming ealry 07. That'll be even more of a sim than Forza 2.

[Silent_Samurai]

damit >_< but i so wanted this game.......im just going to get it used on ebay then if its not tworth the whole $60

I would still say it's worth the 60 even with the small text. But if you want to see what they are saying then you need to get the strategy guide or just ignore it all together. Or keep checking your cases to see if you get new ones added or something like that.

But yeah capcom's full of dorks because they refuse to patch this.

[absolutniu]

Having trouble with the Datel Transfer kit, cant get anything on my card...

Any suggestions?

Thanks

Jeff

The Datel Transfer Kit makes a backup of everything on your memory card. If you are just transfering over a downloaded file make sure you have a backup of any other files you want of your memory card. I think you might have to register to read this but it's a good tutorial on how to use the Datel Transfer Kit.

http://360gamesaves.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=1013

[Smbdyfnkillme]

Kain_2000, you can have my copy of Dead Rising for $40 dlvd. With all of the good games coming out, I won't even miss it. I only played it for a couple of hours. No scratches.

[Kain_2000]

Kain_2000, you can have my copy of Dead Rising for $40 dlvd. With all of the good games coming out, I won't even miss it. I only played it for a couple of hours. No scratches.

what about shipping???

[Smbdyfnkillme]

what about shipping???

dlvd = delivered. $40 is the total price, assuming you live in the U.S.

I know we only have this one console thread going on, but if anybody sees any of the other consoles (Wii, PS3) for reserve anywhere, let me know.

[Kain_2000]

He got me to try using the in car view and turning off the HUD and music, and just listen to the engine for when to shift. I tell you, it's like a whole new game. So immersive. No map shown and you have to use your mirrors to see your opposition coming up. I only fiddled with the in car view before, always been a die-hard hood or bumper view guy. But this is really awesome, especially with some of the cars with no roofs. There are some crazy ****pit views in there. Take out an Atom or Radical on Nurburgring and it's just nuts.
He made me laugh saying, "yeah, I don't really drive cars in real life with my head down by the bumper".
ima have to try that....whats ur gamertag???

[JaylisJayP]

so...did anyone actually get the Godfather? That'd be awesome if it was a dud for the 360 and dropped in price quickly.

[Master Windu]

The text is small even on HD TV's.

HD is the only way one can read it, I don't have a problem reading the text from across the room.

[Sbells]

HD is the only way one can read it, I don't have a problem reading the text from across the room.

I don't have a problem reading it from across the room either. It is, however, still rather small.

[Moe Szyslak]

Im waiting on the Godfather's price to drop also. Plus I still have a long way to go on Saint Row

[Chugga]

I might pick up Godfather tomorrow....I'm on the edge of what games to pick up. I know I want NBA2K7, but test drive, godfather, and battle for middle earth are looking good too.

[pyrrhonist]

I'm racking up the achievements left & right on Saints Row now. It's too bad I must return it to Lackluster tomorrow. I was lucky enough to get off of work on time tonight to play it, but tomorrow, I may not be so fortunate....

To get credit for taking over a gang's territory completely (And thereby gaining credit for the achievement), do you just have to do all of the missions for said gang?

[Jamesweighs]

Thumbs down on Test Drive. Definitely not a sim racer in my book, just seems kinda sloppy. Dunno, not my cup of tea.
The cars are definitely well done, but the background graphics and racing as a whole leave something to be desired.

[Smbdyfnkillme]

Are you new Jamesweighs? Test Drive has been around for years and it has never been a sim. Hell, only one or two of the Test Drive games were actually any good. If you want a sim, you have Forza and Gran Turismo. That's about all. I mean no offense, but Test Drive is on about the 8th game in the series. You should know it's not a sim by now.

[Jamesweighs]

Am I new? No, but the new game was supposed to be/advertised as a sim. After all the interviews with the developers and preview stories I've read about how they used the real manufacturers specs to make them handle like they really would in real life, it kinda gave me some hope. I didn't really expect it to be, but thought maybe with the next gen revamp, we'd get a great racer.

I don't mind the arcade style, but just a bit disappointed.

Believe me, I know about GT and Forza (see avatar). Love them. Just waiting on Forza 2, GTR, and Colin McRea to get my racing fix. Too bad Sony has the rights for F1...

[Jamesweighs]

ima have to try that....whats ur gamertag???

Jamesways
up for playing
GRAW
PGR
MotoGP
Fight Night
NHL07
Madden07

[Master Windu]

I don't have a problem reading it from across the room either. It is, however, still rather small.

Then you bought the cheapest HD tv in the store that lack the normal settings allowing you to set up the TV to take advantage of the hi res abilities. All the HD I've seen it on the text size is a normal size and fits the game just right.

[Smbdyfnkillme]

Then you bought the cheapest HD tv in the store that lack the normal settings allowing you to set up the TV to take advantage of the hi res abilities. All the HD I've seen it on the text size is a normal size and fits the game just right.

If you go check out the Capcom message boards, you will see some HDTV owners complaining about the text problem also. Obviously it's not an isolated problem. Even if it was a cheap HDTV, it should still work. HDTV shouldn't make such a big difference in the text that it's not still a little on the small side.

[pyrrhonist]

No, but the new game was supposed to be/advertised as a sim.

Well, to be fair, EA always advertises its sports lineups as sims, but we all know better than that..... :D :p

[Jamesweighs]

Aw come on! People throw 15-second-wind-up haymakers all the time in boxing...

LOL!

[SpawnSC]

Gears of War is offical for November 12th :) :) :) on a sunday.

[Chugga]

The text problem isn't just HDTV isolated. You own a 25 inch HDTV and that text is still going to be small as hell. The main difference is alot of people when they go out and spring for an HDTV they go bigger then usual....screen size has a huge impact on this game, far more then HDTV settings.

[pyrrhonist]

Aw come on! People throw 15-second-wind-up haymakers all the time in boxing...

LOL!

:D :D :D

[GOSKINS_08]

I got NBA 2K7 today, I like it from what I have played so far..The graphics are a little diffrerent.

[pyrrhonist]

I got NBA 2K7 today, I like it from what I have played so far..The graphics are a little diffrerent.

Do you mind doing some more in-depth describing once you've played a bit more, man? I want to know if 2K7 is vastly improved over 2K6 or not. I liked the new interface the demo showed off (Being able to make subs on the fly is a great plus), but we're talking a demo vs the final retail product. :cool:

[Chugga]

I picked up 2K7 today....possibly getting Godfather tomorrow, depending on how well 2K7 goes.

[DaGoalie60]

Any one up for some NHL 07? My gamertag is DaGoalie60. No one will play me x_X

[Chugga]

To the hockey fans out there which is better? NHL2K7 or NHL07? I don't watch hockey, I don't like hockey, hell I don't even know the majority of hockeys rules. But ever since NHL on the genesis I've loved hockey games, but only buy them every once and a while. So I wanted to make a purchase this year....which one do I go with?

[avsfan21]

I havent played either yet, but I am leaning toward 07 myself. It seems to be getting the better reviews.

[JaylisJayP]

I haven't played a hockey game in 3 years and always turned off off-sides when I did. I picked up NHL 07 last week and don't regret spending 60 bucks on it. The gameplay is addicting.

The only problem I have with it is that the hits don't "feel" as hard as in years past, but all the other things are smooth and after you pick up the learning curve you'll be clicking.

Can't speak to 2k7 since I haven't played it.

Like everyone this year (it seems), I was teetering back and forth, but the fact that the overall general impression I got from everywhere were that NHL 07's graphics were better, that had me leaning that way, and the analog shoot stick features is pretty tight. I finally decided F--- it, I'm just going to get 07 and live with my decision.

So far, I'm not kicking myself.

[JaylisJayP]

Chugga, made it to 45% today on Star Wars....i just bought the minikit finder.

[Chugga]

Chugga, made it to 45% today on Star Wars....i just bought the minikit finder.

Buy the X2 and X4 to studs...the longer you wait on those the more painful the grind from 90% to 100% is. Right now I'm slightly over 95% and am in desperate need of 30 million studs.

Congrats on the mini-kits finder though...purchasing that sent me from like 50% to 75% in a day.

[JaylisJayP]

Buy the X2 and X4 to studs...the longer you wait on those the more painful the grind from 90% to 100% is. Right now I'm slightly over 95% and am in desperate need of 30 million studs.

Congrats on the mini-kits finder though...purchasing that sent me from like 50% to 75% in a day.


You have to get a certain amount of studs to get to 100?

I have unlocked the X4 but it's like 6 million studs.

[JaylisJayP]

I think the coolest character in the game that I've unlocked so far is the Emperor. Frickin bad @ss with his super jump.

[Chugga]

You have to get a certain amount of studs to get to 100?

I have unlocked the X4 but it's like 6 million studs.

You need to unlock AND buy all of the cheats.....if you are making studs at a faster rate it's easier to get to 100% hence why you should go with the X2, X4, X6, X8 and X10 multipliers first. So when you are beating the rest of the game and getting your true jedi status you are doing it twice as fast with better results.

[Chugga]

The Emperor is the most useful character in the game.....nothing beats a ghost jedi though. You'll get to 100% faster with a ghost jedi then with anything else. You can skip literally every enemy in the game (aside from boss battles) and just collect studs at your leisure. It's what I've used the majority of my time playing.

[avsfan21]

I hate you guys, you are really making me want to buy this game when I really shouldnt.

[JaylisJayP]

what level do i need to pass to unlock the ghost jedi?

[JaylisJayP]

I hate you guys, you are really making me want to buy this game when I really shouldnt.

it's so damn fun I can't even explain it. Easily in my top 5 xbox 360 games now.

[avsfan21]

I know, I have played the first one.

[Chugga]

what level do i need to pass to unlock the ghost jedi?

Beat the game and you can buy them. Only downside is they are over a million studs each. But they are worth it....can't be hurt, can't be seen, greatest characters ever.

[BeefEaster]

the new videos for stranglehold over at gametrailers look awesome

i just watched hard boiled and i'm getting ready to watch the killer
i want to play this game so bad now!!

[Silent_Samurai]

The text problem isn't just HDTV isolated. You own a 25 inch HDTV and that text is still going to be small as hell. The main difference is alot of people when they go out and spring for an HDTV they go bigger then usual....screen size has a huge impact on this game, far more then HDTV settings.

My complaint is, why in the world Capcom refuses to fix this.

[JaylisJayP]

OXM gave Just Cause an 8.5.

Anyone thinking of picking this one up? I may go this route or Crackdown instead of the Godfather.

[JaylisJayP]

Man, I'm really getting turned off to Gamespot as my source for the best reviews. They are so harsh on every 360 game. I've heard the argument that they are "pre-comparing" the games to future releases for the system, but seriously, they're doing the gamers a disservice by how harsh they're being.

[Silent_Samurai]

I saw that too (Just Cause) ... I was kind of iffy on that before I saw the rating. I'll have to see though. I still haven't read the review yet, cause I'm trying to finish off a book that needs to get back to the library first.

I'm also looking forward to Crackdown. That's a really interesting looking game. I like the whole superhero cop take and the cell shading.

[Silent_Samurai]

Well, I just heard an interesting reason as to why Capcom won't patch Dead Rising. And that's because it's not something that is patchable. It would be a brand new addition to the game. It would require a new UI (or something like that). So Capcom would actually have to issue new discs. This is according to my animation instructor who has worked in games before.

Makes sense as to why they wouldn't patch the game, however it still is aggravating and it means that I have to buy a Strategy Guide so I know what's being said.

[JaylisJayP]

Yeah i'll probably wait on Just Cause and Godfather and give Crackdown a try in a few weeks when it hits. Right now I need a break from the sandbox game after putting so much time into Saints Row.

[MarvLevyshead]

Well, I just heard an interesting reason as to why Capcom won't patch Dead Rising. And that's because it's not something that is patchable. It would be a brand new addition to the game. It would require a new UI (or something like that). So Capcom would actually have to issue new discs. This is according to my animation instructor who has worked in games before.

Makes sense as to why they wouldn't patch the game, however it still is aggravating and it means that I have to buy a Strategy Guide so I know what's being said.

The producer of the game already responded to this last month in EGM.

They asked him about the "small text" on SDTV's and he responded EXACTLY with:

"(Laughing) People who own an Xbox 360 should have an HDTV."

:)

[Moe Szyslak]

Chugga,

When you get a chance could you give us your impressions of 2k7?

[Silent_Samurai]

The producer of the game already responded to this last month in EGM.

They asked him about the "small text" on SDTV's and he responded EXACTLY with:

"(Laughing) People who own an Xbox 360 should have an HDTV."

:)

That guy should be kicked in the nuts for that statement. And kicked there repeatedly until they fix the game no matter what it takes.

[Chugga]

Chugga,

When you get a chance could you give us your impressions of 2k7?


Update is in bold


Ok these are just first impressions as I've only been playing for a couple of hours but I've tried basically everything out so heres what I got....

First and foremost lets talk about graphics. NBA2K7 made a huge step in it's graphics department this year. It's unfortunate that, that step is indeed backwards. I thought it was just my eyes or maybe somewhere in my head I had rated NBA2K6's visuals higher then they actually are. So I pop in 2K6 just to check it out and it wasn't my mind fooling me, NBA2K6 almost looks years ahead of NBA2K7....which doesn't really make sense but oh well. Some things have been improved. The courts look 10 times better this year then last year as every reflection shines right into the court and moves depending on how the camera is looking at it. This is pretty damn impressive unfortunately I like to see the players better then the wood paneling. The stadiums are also pretty impressive but are held back by less then amazing crowd models and animations. It's time for 2K to take a page out of EA's book and import that "living crowd" aspect that Madden and College have. It may not look perfect but it's 10 times better then what 2K7 is offering....the crowd looks very last gen. Street modes and 24/7 mode looks god awful...if a friend walked into the room he'd likely ask me why I'm playing sega genesis...seriously it's bad.

Ok I was a little harsh in this last paragraph....the graphics are definately a step down but maybe not as much as I said. The key is to switch the camera angle over to "2K" the traditional camera that the series has had for the last 7 years. In the 2k camera angle your bench actually looks halfway decent (since you aren't looking dead on) and the crowd is improved too. The action actually looks better too because NBA2K7 has even better cloth physics then last time from what I saw. The main problem I see with the graphics is alot of the lesser known guys just look flat out generic like someone gave them 5 minutes in the create-a-player feature and called it a day. But even the stars have taken a step down...Lebron last year looked alot more smoother then lebron this year. Shaq may be the only guy who got an improvement. The weird thing is last year you'd almost want a foul or play stoppage to happen just so you could see how ridiculously life-like the character models looked...this year the graphics are actually better when far away so you really never want them to zoom in because then it gets slightly questionable.

Now that the bad stuff is out of the way onto the good stuff. So far this game has played quite possibly the best of any bball game I've ever owned. I like the "little" things in my sports games. I'm the kind of guy who will go crazy if a game includes something as minor as having a runningback put his hand on the back of his o-lineman to push forward. When NFL2k5 had that I almost crapped my pants. So with that being said NBA2K7 does all the little things right....nearly perfect. Players diving after loose balls, people cutting off passing lanes and jumping into them, the new low post game. Everything plays amazing. They've added to the dribbling, layup, and shooting options so once you really get indepth with this game I can only imagine you can string together some pretty amazing things....if the defense lets you. Speaking of defense I was impressed. I've never driven to the hoop so many times only to get my shot send into the 2nd row. And not in a cheap fashion where the lane is completely off limits....it's just smart defense...defenders actually switching off and coming to the weak side to help. A guy like Ben Wallace is a FORCE this year. With defense AI really tweaked for the better the guys who actually play great defense will show. Theres really alot to be said about the gameplay....as always it's classic 2K gameplay but smarter.

Last but not least presentation. I want to be able to say the presentation was through the roof...and believe me it was...but it's the damn graphics that really hold back the presentation. Some of the minor things they added blew me away. At the end of the quarter the dance squad will come out and do cartwheels on the floor while the mop guys will clean up the paint from sweat. This was amazing the first time I saw it...then at the end of the 3rd quarter a cheerleader did a cartwheel directly through Shaq and the mop boy started mopping Dwayne Wades shoes and that kinda ruined it. They now have animations when coming up the court that really add to the game. It's not always just the same old running animation every time up the court...every once and a while you'll run with your hand up calling a play or sometimes you'll come up jogging, just adds to the presentation makes it look like your watching a real life game. Same for the end of layups....players don't just land and directly start running back down court...if you were going to the basket with alot of momentum you'll actually make a sweeping circle to go back down court not just "skate on ice" like normally and cut right back down. Also when just standing still dribbling you don't do that careless no-animation dribble players will cross over by themselves and try to keep the ball away from the defender. Small addition but adds to the overall presentation. Last but not least while I'm normally not a huge fan of commentators (I generally just use custom soundtracks and tune them out) this years commentators were actually pretty on point throughout most of the game. The conversation seemed very slick....but I won't know how repetitive it gets until I play some more.

While this goes along with gameplay I gotta give this it's own section. They damn near gave every player in the league his own shot animation. Seeing Tracy McGrady and Shawn Marion do their signature shots was amazing...but when the no name 12th man gets his shot animated into the game too I'm impressed.

Dare I say it but the 24/7 mode actually looks like it's pretty fun this year....theres a story to it, alot of dialogue, and no more mindless training. Basically the premise to this year is NBA stars in their offtime just hang out around random courts in the US so you travel to these courts and call "next" hence why the mode is called "24/7: Next". You play and stay on the court as long as you keep winning. I basically called next when a bunch of scrubs were on the court and started winning and steve nash is watching me this entire time...after like my 4th game all of a sudden steve nash calls next and calls me out. Him and Kevin Garnett want to take me on 2 on 2 with a player of my choice (whoever is hanging out at the court...some guys don't want to play with you though). Needless to say I sent Steve Nash home packing but not before he taught me a new move that I could use on my way to Rucker park (a 1 button alley oop).

The menus take some getting used to but once you figure them out it's actually very easy to navigate. It just took me entirely too long to get used to them...I've never know a videogame where the B button didn't send you backwards....which it doesn't in 2K7, over on the right thumbstick will send you back. Overall it makes no difference to me....I don't see why they couldn't have just stuck with the B button but hey if innovating menus is what you wanna do, thats cool.

Overall I think it's a great game and since NBA Live is the only other game on the market it's automatically the best basketball game available right now. (if you don't know I absolutely despise NBA Live...I always give the game chances, and it's always a huge disappointment. EA hasn't put out a decent NBA Live since 1997). I think if you combine last years graphics with this years gameplay you likely have one of the best basketball game ever created. Gives Bulls vs. Blazers, NBA Live 95, and Tecmo Basketball a run for it's money. But unfortunately they couldn't bring the entire package out this year. Last year you got graphics, this year you get gameplay, next year I'm hoping we get both.

If I had to give it a number to say how good it was I'll probably go with an 8.8. The gameplay is amazing, the presentation is amazing, but theres room for improvement on the graphical front. Once you get the crowds, stadiums, and players at a level they should be at then nothing is holding this game back from scoring a 9.7

[Chugga]

I should also add onto the review positioning is actually used in a good way this year....if a guy gets in front of your center he isn't automatically off limits to throwing the ball to. You can actually do a lead lob right under the basket for an easy 2. But like I said above the D is very smart and when I tried it to Shaq alot of times by time I caught the ball there was already plenty of help under the basket.

Last but not least as I'm sure it's implied since it's a 2K game collision detection is amazing. And feels like a true fight for position. One time I was controlling Ben Gordon and got caught in a horrible mismatch with Shaq without the ball....so Shaq started backing me down till he was 2 inches away from the basket...and it honestly felt like a struggle...a struggle I had no hope in winning.

[Chugga]

My internet is acting up though so with that being said I'm off to go play it again

[JaylisJayP]

Hey Chugga, how does the minikit detector even work? I just went through a level with it on and it didn't seem any different. I had 9 out of 10 minikits and was just searching for the last one.

[Chugga]

Hey Chugga, how does the minikit detector even work? I just went through a level with it on and it didn't seem any different. I had 9 out of 10 minikits and was just searching for the last one.

A tiny little arrow is added to the bottom of your screen when you are close to a mini-kit. But you have to be in the zone the the mini-kit is in for the arrow to show up

[DaGoalie60]

To the hockey fans out there which is better? NHL2K7 or NHL07? I don't watch hockey, I don't like hockey, hell I don't even know the majority of hockeys rules. But ever since NHL on the genesis I've loved hockey games, but only buy them every once and a while. So I wanted to make a purchase this year....which one do I go with?

NHL 07 ALL THE WAY!!!! :eek: *starts to drool* :D

[Serious Sam]

Sonic the Hedgehog demo is live!

http://www.majornelson.com/default.aspx

And the X06 event in Barcelona begins today... the briefing is supposed to begin at 12PM EST, lots of rumors as to what news and footage will be presented. Video will be made available here (Europe only, available for download everywhere later)...

http://www.xbox.com/en-US/community/news/events/x06/default.htm

(logs off to download the Sonic demo)

:D

[JaylisJayP]

ahhh, i'm so pissed right now. I was trying to complete the minikit section of Episode IV, Level 3, the spaceport. I have 9 out of 10 and I went to play the mini-game where you shoot the little creatures. It counts me up to 10 but won't give me the damn minikit. I'm pretty sure I've gotten all the other ones. Plus the minikit detector doesn't show anything in that area.

So frustrated...want to....kill....Vader.

[TheRedOx]

cool new gamercard theme from the boys at MGC: LastGame.
http://forums.mygamercard.net/index.php?showtopic=10180

[Serious Sam]

Been lurking around teamxbox forums for the last few minutes and found this sweet bit of info:

http://www.360monster.com/newspost.php?id=0000001244




Before X06, Microsoft had been telling us that we were going to be treated during the conference to a previously unnanounced IP, which was set to be released as an XBLA title. Several names were thrown into the mix, from several different publishers, but no one was particularly sure.
Well, we're pleased to announce, the waiting is over, and the title is none other than....

Doom!

The original Doom is rumoured to be seeing a release later today, with a much higher resolution, 5.1 sound, 4 player split-screen co-op, and on and offline multiplayer, all for the comparitvely low price of 800mp. Whilst this may seem a bit disappointing to some who were expecting a new IP, I'm sure the multiplayer and achievements will be enough to sway a lot of people into buying it.

[Jamesweighs]

X06 rumors, hope these are true. Good stuff coming.

X06 Major Anouncement!!!

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Tommorow is the X06 conference in Barcelona. Some info has been leaked including some big surprises. Here is a list of what is going to be anounced tommorow. Tune in for the confernce at Xbox.com from 6pm GMT.

Gears of War single player and multiplayer videos shown. Playable on show floor.

HD-DVD anouncement. Release date and price for Europe and United States. £119.99/E149.99 and December 1st release in Europe.$199.99 USD and November 24th release in US.
All will be bundled with Universal Media Remote.

A new Halo 3 trailer is shown. Some multiplayer info revealed. Aiming for 50-64 player online. Announce that Halo 3 will be the first game to run natively on 1080p. They will make full use of this update. Available in 2007. Playable behind closed doors.

More info about 1080p and how it will be done. New dashboard announcement. Release date revealed for late November. Will allow users to try out homebrew content made with XNA game express.

More news on Live Anywhere and how it will function. Talk about function with Zune and XBLA titles.

Rare show off new version of Killer Instinct for the 360. Will support 4 player tag matches. Playable on show floor.

Alan Wake shown and fully playable. Will also be availble on Windows Vista. Coming this Spring.

Fable 2 trailer shown. Multiplayer confirmed.

Black Xbox 360 anounced. Available this Christmas around the world. New Xbox 360 core and premium bundles shown. Xbox 360 Classics game list. Kameo, PDZ included. More this spring including Oblivion.

Many more videos and games are playable. I have just listed some of the major ones.

Now here is a list of downloadble content on Xbox Live. As you know its Bringing it Home period. Much of what was shown at X06 will appear. This is from the 27th to midnight on the 29th.

Demos:

Splinter Cell Double Agent multiplayer
Crackdown
Forza Motorsport 2
Sonic the Hedghog
Viva Pinata
Need for Speed Carbon
Call of Duty 3
Pro Evolution Soccer 6
Mass Effect
+ MORE

Videos:

GOW single player and multiplayer
Halo 3 trailer
Fable 2
LOTS MORE....

Picture Packs and themes

Fable 2
COD3
Crackdown
X06

[wrek537emc]

nice.. i'm looking forward to splinter cell and call of duty.

but of course i'll check out ALL the other demos.

thanks for the 411.

[Smbdyfnkillme]

KILLER INSTINCT!!!!!!!! My favorite game is back:D

[pyrrhonist]

To the hockey fans out there which is better? NHL2K7 or NHL07?

I'll give you the same answer I've given most others who've asked the question, Chugga (And I know you can appreciate the answer)---Try 'em both. They both have something offer this year.

[pyrrhonist]

Oblivion to be an Xbox360 Platinum Hit!?! Well then, I'm glad I joined the 360 "party" later, then, as I'll be able to get another installment from one of the finest RPG series at a bargain price. :cool:

[SpawnSC]

nice updates! 64 player battles on halo 3 would rock so hard! omg this is good news.

[Serious Sam]

TEH MEGATONS

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=121460

Barcelona, Spain—On the shores of one of the world's most artistic and progressive cities, Microsoft Corp. today thrilled attendees at its annual X06 event by inviting everyone to experience the next generation now on the Xbox 360™ system. The announcements and hands-on gameplay experiences highlight how the world's greatest game creators are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in high definition and online storytelling. Highlights of the announcements included the
following:

• A landmark partnership between Academy Award-winning writer,
director, and producer Peter Jackson, Academy Award-winning screenwriter Fran Walsh, and Microsoft Game Studios will create two new interactive entertainment series exclusively for Xbox 360 and Xbox Live(r). The first will be a collaborative effort with Bungie Studios to co-create the next great chapter in the Halo(r) universe. The second will be an entirely original property targeted at bringing new audiences into the captivating world of interactive entertainment. In addition, Microsoft Game Studios will partner with Jackson and Walsh to establish Wingnut Interactive, a studio dedicated to the creation of world-class interactive entertainment.

• Halo(r) Wars is an all-new real-time strategy game based on the
legendary Halo universe and designed exclusively for Xbox 360 by Ensemble Studios, creators of the Age of Empires(r) franchise.

• Rockstar and Take-Two will provide Xbox 360 gamers with exclusive
access to two epic downloadable episodes of Grand Theft Auto IV via Xbox Live, each with hours of new gameplay content, and available only on Xbox 360 just months after the release of the title.

• Ubisoft confirmed that the next Splinter Cell title, the installment
after Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell(r) Double Agent™, will be exclusive to Xbox 360, a testament to the ability of the powerful next-gen game console to deliver experiences no other console can match.

• 2K Games confirmed that BioShock, a first person shooter that will
revolutionize the genre and forever change the expectations of gamers, will be released exclusively on Xbox 360 and Microsoft(r) Windows(r) next spring.

• Project Gotham Racing(r) 4, was unveiled, the latest addition to
the best-selling franchise, made exclusively for Xbox 360 by Bizarre Creations. PGR4 promises to continue the series' pedigree of innovation by introducing exciting new experiences to racing fans worldwide.

• The beloved Banjo-Kazooie(r) franchise will breathe new,
high-definition life exclusively on Xbox 360, from famed developer Rare Ltd. Beloved characters Banjo, Kazooie and Gruntilda—among other fan favorites—will new next-gen visuals and presentation as well as their sharp wit and hilarious sense of humor.

• Microsoft Game Studios will release its highly-anticipated new MMO
game, Marvel Universe Online for both Xbox 360 and the Windows Vista™ operating system. MUO was developed by industry luminaries Cryptic Studios, creators of the smash hits City of Heroes and City of Villains.

• Expect two new additions to Xbox Live Arcade: The FPS that pioneered
the network-gaming era, DOOM(r), from acclaimed developer id Software and Activision, is available now on Xbox Live Marketplace. The game includes the original four-episode single-player game, four-player split screen action, both co-op and deathmatch, and four player co-op and deathmatch via Xbox Live. Coming soon to Xbox Live Arcade is Sensible World of Soccer from Codemasters. Based on a classic Amiga title from 1994, Sensible World of Soccer will let gamers choose between the original graphics or an updated, high-resolution look and feel—while still capturing the original game's wide world of football.

• Arriving at retailers in North America, the U.K, France and Germany
in mid-November 2006, the Xbox 360 HD DVD Player will retail for
$199.99 in North America (estimated retail price)* and €199.99/£129.99 (estimated retail price)* in the U.K., France and Germany. The Xbox 360 HD DVD Player comes with the Universal Pictures' blockbuster film Peter Jackson's "King Kong" on HD DVD (for a limited time) and the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote.

"Xbox 360 is changing the way developers are telling stories today — from the industry's most beloved franchises to exciting new properties," said Peter Moore, corporate vice president of the Interactive Entertainment Business in the Entertainment and Devices Division at Microsoft. "We are inspiring the imaginations of the entertainment industry's best and most creative talent to take their franchises in exciting directions, while also spinning new tales for everyone."

"We are incredibly pleased to be here in Barcelona to talk about the next chapter of Xbox and how Xbox 360 continues to deliver on the promise and potential of the next generation," said Chris Lewis, regional vice president of the Home and Entertainment Division, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), at Microsoft. "As we prepare to launch some of our biggest global titles and best regional content both right now and well into the future, consumers will have much to choose from with a system designed for high-definition and online entertainment. We are the only next-generation experience that seamlessly connects players to their games, friends and entertainment content."

Xbox 360 Stretches Popular Franchises in New Directions Xbox 360 continues to expand the interactive entertainment landscape, enabling industry superstars to take beloved franchises in exciting new directions. Microsoft Game Studios announced its partnership with Peter Jackson to herald in a new age of interactive entertainment that can only be realized on Xbox 360 and Xbox Live. The goal of this partnership is to create new stories and redefine the way they are told. The first part of this long-term relationship is for Jackson, Walsh and team to bring to life two new interactive entertainment experiences exclusively for the Xbox 360 and Xbox Live. The first project is to co-write, co-design and co-produce a completely new and original chapter in the "Halo" universe in collaboration with Bungie Studios. The second project is an entirely original property from the team in New Zealand that will not only bring a whole new interactive story to life, but will also captivate new audiences that have yet to discover the power of interactive entertainment.

In addition, in collaboration with Microsoft Game Studios, Jackson and Walsh are creating Wingnut Interactive. The two will create a world-class interactive entertainment studio that fuses the strength of Microsoft's technology and interactive entertainment experience with the creative and imaginative excellence of the Wingnut Interactive team.

"Microsoft has built an amazing living canvas with Xbox 360 and Xbox Live, which allows the storytellers of our time to express themselves in a new medium. They have fundamentally changed how people think about games," Jackson said. "My vision, together with Microsoft Game Studios, is to push the boundaries of game development and the future of interactive entertainment. From a movie-maker's point of view, it is clear to me that the Xbox 360 platform is the stage where storytellers can work their craft in the same way they do today with movies and books but taking it further with interactivity."

In addition to demonstrating its leadership in the next-generation of games through exclusive alliances, Microsoft Game Studios announced "Halo Wars," an all-new real-time strategy game based on the legendary "Halo" universe and built exclusively for Xbox 360 by Ensemble Studios, the creators of the "Age of Empires" series. "Halo Wars" places the player in command of human UNSC armies as they deploy for mankind's first deadly encounter with the enemy Covenant forces.

In addition, Microsoft Game Studios provided first details surrounding "Project Gotham Racing 4," the latest addition to the premiere racing franchise from Bizarre Creations and the reunion of Banjo, Kazooie and Gruntilda in an all-new addition to the "Banjo-Kazooie" franchise from industry veterans Rare.

Microsoft and Ubisoft announced that the next "Splinter Cell" title will be created exclusively for Xbox 360. Based on the increasingly proven potential of the Xbox 360 hardware and its online promise, Ubisoft confirmed that Xbox 360 will be the exclusive platform for the next iteration of its influential and massively popular espionage franchise. Through the power of Xbox Live, the series that revolutionized online cooperative and competitive gameplay promises to transform and modernize online gaming once again.

New details regarding the exclusive, epic episodic content for the upcoming and highly anticipated "Grand Theft Auto IV" from Rockstar and Take-Two were also revealed; Rockstar Games will offer two downloadable episodes, each with hours of entirely new gameplay, extending the experience of an already immense game. Both chapters will be exclusive and available only to Xbox 360 gamers via Xbox Live.
"Grand Theft Auto IV" will be available to Xbox 360 gamers on its first day of availability: Oct. 16, 2007, in North America and Oct.
19, 2007, in Europe.

Xbox Live Arcade made a surprise unveiling today of one of the greatest games of the 3-D era: "DOOM" (id Software) is now available for download for 800 points. The game brings legendary "DOOM" mayhem to gamers, who for the first time ever can relive the classic demon-blasting fragfest in both single-player and two-to-four player co-operative and deathmatch modes over Xbox Live. Also a new, multititle relationship with Codemasters was announced, with the first title being the classic, fast-action soccer game, "Sensible World of Soccer."

Xbox Live is a thriving online game community, connecting more than 3 million members across nearly 25 countries to enjoy hundreds of social games, as well as on-demand game demos, Xbox Live Arcade games, and music and movie content. With more than 10 million downloads to date and nearly 100 independent, classic and original development titles available by next summer, Xbox Live Arcade is a fast-growing phenomenon.

Most Affordable Way for Xbox 360 Owners to Jump Into the Next-Generation of DVD At X06, exciting details about the highly anticipated Xbox 360 HD DVD Player were also revealed. Available in mid-November 2006 in North America for $199.99 (estimated retail price)*, in the U.K., France and Germany for €199.99 (£129.99) (estimated retail price)* and other territories in 2007, the Xbox 360 HD DVD Player comes with the Universal Pictures blockbuster film Peter Jackson's "King Kong" on HD DVD (for a limited time) and the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote.
Users can just add Xbox 360 HD DVD Player to Xbox 360 to create the ultimate home-theater experience.

"The Xbox 360 HD DVD Player is the best high-definition movie experience and value on the market," Moore said. "The reviews, the word of mouth and the consumer response have all been crystal clear — HD DVD is the format of choice. We're not forcing movie technology on game players but are instead letting them choose how to personalize their experiences. If they want HD DVD, there's no better value out there."
The Xbox 360 HD DVD Player offers up to six times higher resolution than DVD, and as part of the fall 2006 console update all Xbox 360 consoles will have the ability to output native resolution 1080p games and movies. Users can enjoy blockbuster HD DVD releases, with more than 150 titles available by the holidays from major movie studios including HBO, Paramount Pictures, StudioCanal, Universal Studios, New Line Entertainment and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
The Industry's Most Anticipated Titles Are Coming to Xbox 360 In addition to taking popular franchises in new directions, developers are finding new life through Xbox 360 with exciting new content and are delivering many of the industry's most praised and anticipated titles.

Arguably the most anticipated title of 2006, "Gears of War" from Epic Games and Microsoft Game Studios is a third-person tactical action/horror game available exclusively on Xbox 360. "Gears of War" will be the only game to blend a deep and disturbing story of human survival against hordes of nightmarish creatures with a next-generation tactical combat system and unsurpassed visuals and special effects.

"Gears of War," which will be available Nov. 12, 2006, in the U.S. and Nov. 17, 2006, in Europe, has garnered numerous industry awards and accolades including the Game Critics Awards Best Console and Best Action Game of E3 2006, IGN's E3 2005 Best Xbox 360 Game, and GameSpot's E3 2006 People's Choice Award.
From leading U.K.-based developer Rare and Microsoft Game Studios comes "Viva Piñata™," an original game concept and the latest innovative gaming experience for gamers of all ages and types. "Viva Piñata" invites gamers to create an immersive world where living piñatas inhabit an ever-changing environment. "Viva Pinata," which has won several industry awards including Best Graphics from Nick Jr.
Magazine and IGN's Runner-Up for Best Strategy Game of E3 2006, is scheduled to be available this holiday.

Underlining the Xbox 360 platform strength, Microsoft and Ubisoft today confirmed that "Assassin's Creed," the eagerly anticipated action title set in medieval times, is also coming to Xbox 360 day and date with the game's release on other platforms. "Assassin's Creed" is a next-generation action-adventure/stealth title from the highly talented and critically acclaimed team that brought gamers "Prince of
Persia: The Sands of Time." "Assassin's Creed" will place gamers in the role of a ruthless and skilled Assassin as he tracks his victims through the historical era known as the Crusades.

Last week at the Tokyo Game Show in Japan, "Lost Odyssey" wowed audiences with its incredible graphic style and epic storyline. From famed Japanese developer Hironobu Sakaguchi, "Lost Odyssey" will be shipped in Japan in 2007, and in the U.S. and Europe at a later date.

Few games have generated more interest than "BioShock" (2K Games) in the past year, and Microsoft confirmed today that the highly anticipated first-person shooter will be exclusive to Xbox 360 and Windows when it launches in spring 2007.

Looking into the coming year, X06 showcased a montage video trailer demonstrating the dazzling power and versatility of the Xbox 360 platform, promising gamers a choice of titles and genres coming this spring season, including the Microsoft Game Studios titles "Crackdown™" (Real Time Worlds), "Too Human" (Silicon Knights), "Mass Effect" (BioWare Corp.), and "Forza Motorsport™ 2" (Turn 10). In addition to these titles from Microsoft Game Studios, games from today's leading publishers round out what is already a robust library of offerings for the Xbox 360 platform, including "John Woo Presents Stranglehold" (Midway), "Lost Planet: Extreme Condition" (Capcom) and "Pro Evolution Soccer 6" (Konami).

[Jamesweighs]

Wow.
Really great stuff. Thanks Serious Sam.

Splinter Cell exclusive.
*horn blasts- Waah Waah*

[Serious Sam]

No problem!

If you want the official word as it happens, teamxbox has all the announcements as they happen.

http://features.teamxbox.com/xbox/1739/X06-Media-Briefing-Live-Coverage/p1/

just keep hitting F5 for the latest.

:eek: :eek: :eek:
Doom announced for Xbox Live Arcade TONIGHT!

:spawnskul :spawnskul :spawnskul

[avsfan21]

I think I want to get a game this week. Not sure if I should get Star Wars Lego or NHL 07.

[Chugga]

You'll have more fun with Lego Star Wars.....NHL07 will last you longer.

[Jamesweighs]

I dunno, that new control scheme is pretty damn fun in 07. Each time you score a goal it's a great feeling and you'll probably view the replay from multiple angles several times. Not to say that it's hard, but you feel like you really controlled and manipulated it, rather than just hitting the button.

But yeah, LSW is pretty fun too.

[SpawnSC]

:( I want my 360 back so bad from MS... :( going on 2 weeks soon.

[giantSFortyniners]

just picked up nba2k7 last nite...havent messed around too much but from what ive played...its the best basketball game in a while

[DaGoalie60]

Crap. I gotta beat Oblivion now and sell it before I can only get $15 for it xD Nice update man...Can't wait for the Splinter Cell demo @___@

[Moe Szyslak]

Well, my launch day 360 just bit the dust. However, I never got the ring of fire, instead mine just stopped projecting on my TV screen. I still get sound but my screen is black. I tried the HD cable, the regular cable, everything. The coffin is on its way. But here's my concern, most people have gone down w/ the ring of fire. They may fix this, send it back and a week later, I'll have another problem. Oh well, its gonna be a long 10 days w/ all these great games out now.

[SpawnSC]

Well, my launch day 360 just bit the dust. However, I never got the ring of fire, instead mine just stopped projecting on my TV screen. I still get sound but my screen is black. I tried the HD cable, the regular cable, everything. The coffin is on its way. But here's my concern, most people have gone down w/ the ring of fire. They may fix this, send it back and a week later, I'll have another problem. Oh well, its gonna be a long 10 days w/ all these great games out now.

I know your pain! WoW keeping me busy and gta san andreas.

[Chugga]

Picked up Just Cause today but am kinda hooked on NBA2K7 so can't really say anything about it yet.

[TastySweetNutz]

Picked up Just Cause today but am kinda hooked on NBA2K7 so can't really say anything about it yet.
You must have every game dude. I guess pushing black tar heroine must rake in the money.

[DaGoalie60]

Sorry I have to post this but...I finally unlocked 26 of 26 achievements on NHL 07 :D I think i'm one of the few to do this too being as everyone i've seen online has only unlocked 15-20 of them :D :D

[avsfan21]

I hope the achievements in NHL 07 work better than NCAA 07 I have played quite a few games on NCAA 07 and have yet to unlock a single achievement.

[Jamesweighs]

Sorry I have to post this but...I finally unlocked 26 of 26 achievements on NHL 07 :D I think i'm one of the few to do this too being as everyone i've seen online has only unlocked 15-20 of them :D :D

Damn! I still only have a few. I haven't really been trying for them though.
And only just a few games into my franchise with the Wild.

Man, trailers galore on the marketplace.
Bioshock looks great.
WWE demo is up this morning.

[JaylisJayP]

Got MLB2K6 in the mail today....got it for 12 bucks off ebay :eek:

i know most reviews said it was mediocre, but for that price I needed to get the 1 baseball game 360 has right now.

[Poochiesdead]

Sorry I have to post this but...I finally unlocked 26 of 26 achievements on NHL 07 :D I think i'm one of the few to do this too being as everyone i've seen online has only unlocked 15-20 of them :D :DDamn, I only have 10. I never finished a season in dynasty mode, I never even tried the rookie mode ones, and I can't get the damn perfect shootout one!

[pyrrhonist]

Well damn, this sure creates an interesting dilemna for me, since I already have the controller for the PS2....

Guitar Hero 2 Announced for Xbox360

September 27, 2006 - Today at X06 Redoctane and Activision announced that Guitar Hero II will be available for Xbox 360.


http://xbox360media.ign.com/xbox360/image/article/735/735722/x06-guitar-hero-2-announced-for-360-20060927113323187-000-000.jpg


The rest of the article is here:

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/735/735722p1.html

[Smbdyfnkillme]

Don't worry, you're not the only one being screwed over here. I also have the PS2 version. The downloadable songs feature is basically forcing me to buy another controller.

[The Isomotion31]

Don't worry, you're not the only one being screwed over here. I also have the PS2 version. The downloadable songs feature is basically forcing me to buy another controller.

Same here. Yet in side I am happy to do so. On the outer I am outraged!:mad: :D ;) :p

[Lord Magneto]

Halo Wars Trailer http://media.xbox360.ign.com/media/857/857436/vids_1.html

[Smbdyfnkillme]

Did anybody watch the gameplay video for Assassin's Creed? This game just shot to the top of my most wanted list. Of course, Gears of War and Killer Instinct:eek: are at the top.

[avsfan21]

Well damn, this sure creates an interesting dilemna for me, since I already have the controller for the PS2....

Guitar Hero 2 Announced for Xbox360

September 27, 2006 - Today at X06 Redoctane and Activision announced that Guitar Hero II will be available for Xbox 360.


http://xbox360media.ign.com/xbox360/image/article/735/735722/x06-guitar-hero-2-announced-for-360-20060927113323187-000-000.jpg


The rest of the article is here:

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/735/735722p1.html

If it is wireless than its awesome. I hated having the wire going to the console.

[pyrrhonist]

I believe it is wireless. :cool:

[avsfan21]

Well I went with NHL 07 over Star Wars Lego. I will get Star Wars Lego another day. I wanted something that I could play over and over again since I only have 4 games right now.

[avsfan21]

I believe it is wireless. :cool:

I would think so also, but I have seen dumber things done before.

[JaylisJayP]

Man i went crazy at Gamestop today...trade in a bunch of stuff. They have a deal right now on games where you trade 3 in and get an extra 10 bucks.

So anyway, now heading into the holiday season, here's where I'm at.

Marvel - Paid off
F.E.A.R - Paid off
Gears of War - Paid off
COD 3 - Paid off
Crackdown - $5 reserved
and I'm left with 25 bucks in credit.

Sad thing is, there's still a handful of games I want. Rainbox Six, Star Trek: Legacy, NBA 2K7, etc...

[Chugga]

I gotta trade in my extra 360 soon and my PS2+games...I'm waiting on the right deal to the majority of my trading.

[avsfan21]

Cant trade in my PS2 until I beat FF 12.

[Chugga]

Cant trade in my PS2 until I beat FF 12.

I'm hoping to get a PS3....

I'm psyched for FF12 also, that and Zelda

[avsfan21]

Yeah but the PS3 wont be out by the time FF12 will be out. I would hope to have it beat by the time I can get my hands on a PS3.

[Chugga]

Yeah but the PS3 wont be out by the time FF12 will be out. I would hope to have it beat by the time I can get my hands on a PS3.

17 day difference...the question is can I wait that long if it means I'll get more credit for my PS2?

[avsfan21]

Yeah but you might be lucky, unless you have a hookup or want to camp out, to get a PS3 on release day from the sounds of it.

[Chugga]

I have a way of getting a PS3 at release....I should be fine

[avsfan21]

I wish I did. The guy at the Gamestop I was at today said that, that store would be lucky to get any in until March.

[Chugga]

You must have every game dude. I guess pushing black tar heroine must rake in the money.

(cocaine)

[avsfan21]

(cocaine)

Really I figured Crack would be a bigger sell.

[Chugga]

Well I'm not at the top in the sales department but I do well for myself.

[Poochiesdead]

Anyone know if The Warriors is backwards compatible? My work has it for $7, so I figured if it was I would give it a shot. It seems like a cool game.

[avsfan21]

After watching the movie, I am not sure I want to play the game anymore.

[Chugga]

It's a decent game....gets old quick. But I'm a huge fan of what they did with co-op.

[TastySweetNutz]

Anyone know if The Warriors is backwards compatible? My work has it for $7, so I figured if it was I would give it a shot. It seems like a cool game.
I really enjoyed it, but there wasn't much replay value. Wouldn't hurt to give it a go for $7.

[kelso]

I believe it is wireless. :cool:
it's not

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

it's not

Correct. Though they did say that the "initial" guitars won't be...so there's a damn good chance they'll have wireless at some point.

[DarthPredamorph]

Assassin's Creed looks badass!

[evachrono]

Assassin's Creed looks badass!

Agreed

[DaGoalie60]

Damn, I only have 10. I never finished a season in dynasty mode, I never even tried the rookie mode ones, and I can't get the damn perfect shootout one!

LOL! I got that on the 1st try :D Just do the 1-2...34 move ^_^ stick deke slow then fast the goalie will die and you will score ^_^ Oh yeah and i'm now a Bioshock fan boy...What were those things? Why was that guy gonna same the little girls head in...Why did the thing befriend the little girl...Who knows I just know it's bloody, there's a city underwater, and you can shoot wasp out of your arm...SIGN ME UP :p

[JaylisJayP]

Wow, played MLB2K6 last night.

Worst...game...ever.

Dare I say, the graphics are worse than regular XBOX. And the gameplay is a joke. This one's getting traded in TODAY. Glad I only spent 12 bucks on it.

[Poochiesdead]

I really want MVP Baseball back :(

[Smbdyfnkillme]

I really want MVP Baseball back :(

Tell EA to stop being jackasses and maybe you'll get your wish. I'm stuck playing MVP baseball with players who aren't even on the Astros anymore. I want to try the college one, but it needs to come out for 360. Exclusive licenses screw us all.

[JaylisJayP]

Tell EA to stop being jackasses and maybe you'll get your wish. I'm stuck playing MVP baseball with players who aren't even on the Astros anymore. I want to try the college one, but it needs to come out for 360. Exclusive licenses screw us all.


Seriously...what baffles me is how 2K can put out a great game like NBA2K6....and then completely flop this baseball game. Graphics, gameplay, overall enjoyment....what the hell?

[pyrrhonist]

it's not

You're right. But as WitchKing said, the initial ones will be wired, but they did not completely rule out wireless ones. ;)

[DaGoalie60]

I really want MVP Baseball back :( :(

[JaylisJayP]

my wife surprised me with The Godfather today! Off to try it out.

[pyrrhonist]

I got to have a long overdue "gaming fest" with a buddy of mine last night, thanks to the wife heading out of town with family for the night. :D

We both rented a game from Lackluster---I, NHL 2007 (I've been wanting to be able to personally comment on it, since I've already put in a good deal of time with NHL2K7), and him, NBA2K7. I love NBA2K7, while NHL 2007 is merely...meh. And this coming from a guy who loves hockey more than any other sport (Ask anyone around here).

I'll have more thoughts later.

[Silent_Samurai]

so I've been playing SW: Battlefront lately ...........

[Master Windu]

Anyone get the Lego SW II download yet?

[Hurricane]

I ended up with an extra copy of madden if anyone wants to trade for it.

[MPCanes]

Oh boy, may be joining the HD crowd tomorrow.

Looking at a 58 inch floor model HP HDTV (720p) marked down 1k because of a faulty component door (hinge is busted) - picture is quite awesome on it and thats all we care about.

We saw it on Friday night, so hopefully it is still there tomorrow morning...

[JaylisJayP]

Well, i got NBA 2k7 over the weekend. Not my kind of game, I liked 2K6 a lot better.

Anyway, if anyone wants it, I played it once for 20 minutes. It's up on eBay right now, but shoot me a private message sometime today if you want it and I'll pull the auction.

Looking for 47 dlvd through paypal.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250035027157

[Chugga]

I hate to tag-along in this argument but getting an HDTV really changes the experience. However minor it may be, once you hook up a 360 to an HDTV you simply can't go back.

A 360 without an HDTV is like a basketball without friends. Sure I can shoot around pretend theres 5 seconds on the clock and I'm Michael Jordan. I can have a HELL of a time with that basketball. But get me 5 more friends and we can do a little pickup game of 3 on 3 and even though you are essentially doing the same things you've always done with the basketball somehow it's 50 times better. You can enjoy the hell out of a 360 without an HDTV. But when you finally do get yourself an HDTV it's a whole new experience. Even if the difference is minor at best.

[Smbdyfnkillme]

I notice that you didn't reply to the topic at hand since you see that you're wrong (thanks Chugga). Why would I care if I look stupid on a message board? It's a message board. I don't know you in real life so your opinion of me doesn't matter. I only guessed your age because you apparently lack the ability to comprehend what you read before responding. A skill that is learned in middle school and high school. I don't mind having a conversation about anything. Just don't change my words to a different meaning so you can insult me.

To keep this on topic, has anybody seen a copy of Tony Hawk's American Wasteland for less than $30? I want to play it before the new one comes out, but I'm not paying a lot for an awful port with slightly upgraded graphics. I'm just so glad that they went away from that awful T.H.U.G. version of Tony Hawk. They were too easy and only appealing to people who also like Jackass (I hate that show).

[owenstar]

For the smart guy....

HD does add to the 360.....its amazing....I don't like kicking a guy while he is down...but HD360 > 360....fact

[DarthPredamorph]

MPCanes has had a 360 for a long time now....I think he has every right to post that he's finally able to play it in High Def. Maybe you misunderstood his intentions or something, but then that's your fault, not his.

[MarvLevyshead]

A skill that is learned in middle school and high school. I don't mind having a conversation about anything.

Actually, reading comprehension is learned in 3rd grade. :p


I wish I had an HDTV.

From Dead Rising, to NBA 2k7 and Madden 2007, the text is just way too small.

:(

[BeefEaster]

i have yet to play a 360 on a non HDTV but i'm kinda interested in seeing the pictre difference on a standard tv

[edschmoe]

360+HDTV= Sweetness :D

[Silent_Samurai]

I have yet to play a 360 on an HD as well. Other than in like Best Buy or something like that. But it will be a blast when I do.

[JaylisJayP]

I really can't believe the graphics on NBA 2K7 are so bad. How do you take such a step back from last year? Not only did I get rid of this game and go back and pick up NBA 2K6 off ebay for 10 bucks...but between the pitiful MLB 2K6 and 2K sports' complete inability to compete in the graphics department for a next-gen system, I will think long and hard before I ever buy another 2K game again.

[Silent_Samurai]

so who downloaded Doom? .......

[TastySweetNutz]

I really can't believe the graphics on NBA 2K7 are so bad. How do you take such a step back from last year? Not only did I get rid of this game and go back and pick up NBA 2K6 off ebay for 10 bucks...but between the pitiful MLB 2K6 and 2K sports' complete inability to compete in the graphics department for a next-gen system, I will think long and hard before I ever buy another 2K game again.
I'm surprised to hear this from NBA2k7. I really want this game and was going to pick it up tomorrow. Is it really that bad? I wish I would've seen your post about selling it earlier. I definitely would've taken that off of your hands. I may go pick up NHL2k7 instead.

[MPCanes]

Haha, interesting to see some defense on my behalf - thanks guys.

But yeah, having played my 360 on 3 TV's thusfar - my 20 inch panny in my dorm room, my 27" tosh at my house (actually a decent set, love it to death, great SD set and plan on keeping it for many years still in my bedroom or guestroom etc), and my roommates awful 20" memorex set, it's a pretty big deal what we bought today for the new apartment my roommates and I are moving into on tues.

A 58" HP DLP set - 720p. Floor sample, but with no damage to tube/screen. The price?

798.88. That's 2.1k off the list price. Also got a 2 year in home warranty + 1 replacement bulb for another 178.88 on top. So grand total, for this awesome TV, was only 1060 or so.

Will have it hooked up on Tuesday, and I cannot wait to play my 360 again (haven't played it since mid august).

[SpawnSC]

so last night at walmart I noticed they has a 26" HDTV 720p for $340... not bad really because the current tv I have is 27" SDTV S-Video. Since Christmas is rolling around soon.... I think I might just have to get a HDTV since the prices are dropping nicely on these babys!

[JaylisJayP]

so last night at walmart I noticed they has a 26" HDTV 720p for $340... not bad really because the current tv I have is 27" SDTV S-Video. Since Christmas is rolling around soon.... I think I might just have to get a HDTV since the prices are dropping nicely on these babys!

Not to sound snotty or arrogant, but 26" is so small. I understand many can't swing a more expensive set, but if you can...I'd think a few hundred dollars more for at least a 32" would be greatly worth it, especially to use with the 360.

[pyrrhonist]

Not only did I get rid of this game and go back and pick up NBA 2K6 off ebay for 10 bucks...but between the pitiful MLB 2K6 and 2K sports' complete inability to compete in the graphics department for a next-gen system, I will think long and hard before I ever buy another 2K game again.

I hate to come across as an ass, but are graphics truly the most important thing for the next-gen? I understand the game should look nice, but graphics aren't everything. I find NHL 2007 to be a more graphically superior game than NHL2K7, but that doesn't make it the better game. I was entranced with NBA2K7 after playing it Friday night. They just keep improving on the gameplay in the NBA2K series, year after year. In NBA Live's annual installments, you just run up the court, drive the lane, dunk, then rinse & repeat.

[PrimeBane]

360+HDTV= Sweetness :D

I'll second that... I made the plunge over the weekend as Walmart Canada has a SWEET deal on the premium package right now.

Premium 360, Project Gotham 3, NHL 2K7, 3 month Xbox live, 1250 points, $50 off the regular price ($449 CDN before tax). :D

[The Isomotion31]

I hate to come across as an ass, but are graphics truly the most important thing for the next-gen? I understand the game should look nice, but graphics aren't everything. I find NHL 2007 to be a more graphically superior game than NHL2K7, but that doesn't make it the better game. I was entranced with NBA2K7 after playing it Friday night. They just keep improving on the gameplay in the NBA2K series, year after year. In NBA Live's annual installments, you just run up the court, drive the lane, dunk, then rinse & repeat.

i have to agree. somewhat. I mean I too am dissapointed in the graphics of 2k7, but gameplay and everything else is just amazing. I mean you can do the "dream shake" with hakeem olajuwon!

[Bronx Bombers]

I played 1st level of Lego II, and its really good.

[JaylisJayP]

OK, this is absolutely driving me crazy. Chugga, anyone, I need some help here.

Lego City...twice now I've gotten 993,450....and I've exercised every possible option I can think of but cannot get to 1,000,000.

I built LEGO, I drove the cars around, built the mechanical walking robot thing and destroyed stuff, got all the flowers, windows, built the wookie flyer, freed the red hovercraft thing. I don't know what's left to do?

Are there studs to be had from swinging or doing the other thing on the playground where you have to build the turn-lever? Because neither of them game me studs.

HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Smbdyfnkillme]

6.0 rating for NBA Live 07 from IGN. 6.5 rating from Gamespot. Even if you don't like NBA 2K7, you probably don't have much of a choice this year. Too many glitches in Live.

[Chugga]

OK, this is absolutely driving me crazy. Chugga, anyone, I need some help here.

Lego City...twice now I've gotten 993,450....and I've exercised every possible option I can think of but cannot get to 1,000,000.

I built LEGO, I drove the cars around, built the mechanical walking robot thing and destroyed stuff, got all the flowers, windows, built the wookie flyer, freed the red hovercraft thing. I don't know what's left to do?

Are there studs to be had from swinging or doing the other thing on the playground where you have to build the turn-lever? Because neither of them game me studs.

HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!

Get the tractor and go over the area that has flowers in the lower left hand part of lego city. More flowers will blossom.

[JaylisJayP]

i finally got there....82 percent done now.

[Chugga]

Was it the tractor that you were missing?

Took me and a friend of mine 20 minutes to figure out what the hell we were missing. Was just randomly driving the vehicles around hoping more blue coins would pop up somewhere then all of a sudden flowers pop up.

[JaylisJayP]

Was it the tractor that you were missing?

Took me and a friend of mine 20 minutes to figure out what the hell we were missing. Was just randomly driving the vehicles around hoping more blue coins would pop up somewhere then all of a sudden flowers pop up.

I think it was in the upper left corner in the field of blue flowers...you have to get them all to pop up and then you get extra studs, which I missed the first couple times.

That and I was very careful to force power all windows before destroying any house.

Those two things put me over the 1M mark.

[JaylisJayP]

Was it the tractor that you were missing?

Took me and a friend of mine 20 minutes to figure out what the hell we were missing. Was just randomly driving the vehicles around hoping more blue coins would pop up somewhere then all of a sudden flowers pop up.

i didn't even know about this one, either.

It took me like 33 minutes...I'll bet if I went back I could finish in under 20 now.

[CJF28]

picked up some new games I dont have the time to play yet:

WSOP
Enchanted Arms
Need for Speed (well, new to me)

hoping to get NBA Live or 2K for my birthday this weekend

where is a good place with reliable release dates. Interested in Gears of War and Marvel Alliance

[Jamesweighs]

Anyone get the multiplayer title update for GRAW yet? You get some new match features and the tweaked the rankings a bit. Also, new acheivements! I played with my buddies last night, like we normally do, and noticed that two of them had the new ones already (not gotten yet, just there to get), and I still don't. Odd.

[wrek537emc]

hey james.. my gamertag is

wreklesbfrendz

add me on ur xbox live account.. i love me sum GRAW
been lookin for others to play online forever (from the spawn boards)

[JaylisJayP]

picked up some new games I dont have the time to play yet:

WSOP
Enchanted Arms
Need for Speed (well, new to me)

hoping to get NBA Live or 2K for my birthday this weekend

where is a good place with reliable release dates. Interested in Gears of War and Marvel Alliance

I had NBA 2K7 for a day and hated it. The graphics like Chugga said are a big step back from NBA 2K6. The gameplay to me wasn't as fun as last year's game, either. I sold it the day after I got it.

Gamestop or EB always has games on their release date. Plus you can reserve for 5 bucks and guarantee a copy will be there for you on that day.

[The Isomotion31]

Yeah can't wait for Marvel Ultimate Alliance I'll reserve my copy sometime this week.

[coogrfan]

The long-awaited fatigue patch for Madden 07 is now up.

[Smbdyfnkillme]

The long-awaited fatigue patch for Madden 07 is now up.

Does it also patch the QB sneak glitch?
For anybody that doesn't know: Run a QB sneak at anytime and you will automatically get disconnected from your opponent. I had to take that play out of my arsenal because it screwed up my disconnect percentage. I haven't played in about a month so it might have been fixed by now.

[coogrfan]

Does it also patch the QB sneak glitch?
For anybody that doesn't know: Run a QB sneak at anytime and you will automatically get disconnected from your opponent. I had to take that play out of my arsenal because it screwed up my disconnect percentage. I haven't played in about a month so it might have been fixed by now.

I was not aware of this glitch, but for what it's worth I've never had that happen.

[BeefEaster]

i can't wait for gears of war

that's the only game coming out soon that i' really really excited about

half-life 2 is second on that list

f.e.a.r. is third

[Smbdyfnkillme]

I was not aware of this glitch, but for what it's worth I've never had that happen.


http://www.maddennation.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70212

That site has more info on the glitch. It's random, but it happens a lot. Run QB sneaks and you will disconnect sometimes. The three times it happened to me, it was on the first QB sneak. I think it has something to do with making substitutions before you run the sneak. I use the Texans and I always have to sub in Owen Daniels. That's probably why it happens. Same thing used to happen on PS2. It required you to sub in a backup at a certain position and the game would automatically disconnect. That was five years ago, they should've fixed it by now.

http://forums.ea.com/mboards/thread.jspa?messageID=1116709&sls=2 somebody complaining about it at the bottom of the page.

[edschmoe]

I hope anyone playing Lego Star Wars does not run into the Episode 6 Super Story Glitch. Very frusterating. I need 1 more gold brick for 100% and cannot stop the game from freezing in Endor...Pisses me off

[DarthPredamorph]

i can't wait for gears of war

that's the only game coming out soon that i' really really excited about

half-life 2 is second on that list

f.e.a.r. is third
Indeed. All of those games are going to be sweet! ^_^

Also can't wait for Splinter Cell: Double Agent. Coming out in a couple weeks, hopefully! :D

[Jamesweighs]

hey james.. my gamertag is

wreklesbfrendz

add me on ur xbox live account.. i love me sum GRAW
been lookin for others to play online forever (from the spawn boards)

We'll do. We usually do the co-op elim or territory. Although I still need to finish the perfect on campaigns acheivement.

[The Isomotion31]

The long-awaited fatigue patch for Madden 07 is now up.

Yeah! I was hyped when last night when it finally did! No More Mike Vick and Larry Johnson run plays over and over and over. LOL

[JaylisJayP]

I hope anyone playing Lego Star Wars does not run into the Episode 6 Super Story Glitch. Very frusterating. I need 1 more gold brick for 100% and cannot stop the game from freezing in Endor...Pisses me off

damn, i'm almost to the point of playing this part. I hope it doesn't happen to me.

[GOSKINS_08]

I have to send my 360 in..It has the red lights:( ..I already called, and they're going to send me a box to ship it to them.

[The Isomotion31]

I have to send my 360 in..It has the red lights:( ..I already called, and they're going to send me a box to ship it to them.

How long have you had yours?

[GOSKINS_08]

How long have you had yours?

Since december.

[edschmoe]

I think I know a way around it. It worked for me anyway....Holla if ya need help :)damn, i'm almost to the point of playing this part. I hope it doesn't happen to me.

[meatgoat]

The long-awaited fatigue patch for Madden 07 is now up.

Cool. Do you have to go online to get it like a roster update?

[The Isomotion31]

^nope right when I turned on my 360 with the game in it it alerted me that an update was needed. and it just dled right away after I confirmed it.

[pyrrhonist]

Cool. Do you have to go online to get it like a roster update?

As long as you're signed into Xbox Live, the moment you boot the game up, it'll auto-detect the update. So yes, basically. :p

[SpawnSC]

I GOT MY REPLACEMENT TODAY!!!!! YAY!!!!!!! OMG!! MY NEW BABY IS HOME!

also on a side note let me say Media Center + Xbox 360 = HAWT

I'm beta testing vista which comes with media center and omg it loves the xbox 360. It picked it up the xbox 360 with no problems at all.

[PrimeBane]

A few hardware type questions from a 360 newb.

1. How well does the wireless adapter work? I've read I won't have problems with my Link-Sys wireless G router set at WPA, but I'm a little leary with my past experiences with wireless devices and WPA security.

2. How well do Win XP Pro and the 360 communicate?

3. What's the better purchase, the quick charge battery pack or the regular charge? Should I have an extra battery pack on hand just in case?

Thanks :)

[meatgoat]

A few hardware type questions from a 360 newb.

1. How well does the wireless adapter work? I've read I won't have problems with my Link-Sys wireless G router set at WPA, but I'm a little leary with my past experiences with wireless devices and WPA security.

2. How well do Win XP Pro and the 360 communicate?

3. What's the better purchase, the quick charge battery pack or the regular charge? Should I have an extra battery pack on hand just in case?

Thanks :)

1- I have the same router. No problems here.

2- Can't help you there. I have XP home and I've never tried to network them.

3- I didn't even know there were different types of batteries. I have one of those charging bases and a pair of batteries. When one is charging I just use the other one. Works well for me.

[PrimeBane]

I believe the battery packs are the same, it's just the stations to charge them.

Thanks for your help meatgoat :)

[CJF28]

use paypal, and I will deliver any game below, in the US, for $33. using priority mail, with delivery confirmation

Games:
Tony Hawk (actually, $23 for this one)
Oblivion
Prey
Need for Speed, Most Wanted
Ghost Recon
Hitman: Blood Money
Call of Duty 2
Madden 07
Lord of the Rings, Battle for Middle Earth
Dead Rising


feel free to PM. Games have all their instruction manuals and cases

[meatgoat]

I believe the battery packs are the same, it's just the stations to charge them.

Thanks for your help meatgoat :)

No problem. As far as I know there is a wired charger and the charging station I have. I didn't see the point in having a wireless controller and having to run a wire to charge it so I went with the double battery charging station thing-a-ma-jig.

[MPCanes]

Quick question - can i hook my ipod up to my 360 via the USB cable, can i play my songs on the 360 through the TV? that would be totally sweet for this weekend.

PS - HD TV roxxor.

[CJF28]

yes you can.

the kicker is, it recognizes the sony PSP as a music player,and plays music off of it as well

[Chugga]

Quick answer....yes....although some songs won't play. (don't ask me why I had a friend hook up an Ipod only to have a bunch of songs that he legitimately got off of CD's he bought not play at all) The songs he downloaded illegally on the other hand played beautifully. Apparently theres an Ipod download on the Marketplace I suppose maybe that corrects the problem I was having.

PS - I'd rather not talk with you if you're going to use a word like "roxxor" or "zomg" or any other language spawned from World of Warcraft or any other online nerd conventions.

[Chugga]

On the note of connectivity....I need to buy a receiver for my new downstairs setup. I don't know which way to go. HDMI is a killer, anything that even has that logo next to it's name is at least $800.

[PrimeBane]

Keep watching the sales Chugga... I've seen receivers up here with HDMI switching for under $700 on sale. :)

[Chugga]

The 1080p passthrough is my main concern. Sony has an HDMI switching receiver out for $500 but you've gotta run audio wires individually along with the HDMI because the HDMI doesn't cover audio. Which I think is ridiculous. Yamaha has a bunch of nice receivers out right now...HTR-6090, RX-V1700, RX-V2700. My local best buy has the HTR-6090 for $1000 and this weekend they are running a 12% off sale. I'm thinking I might be able to do better closer to the holiday season online though.

[MPCanes]

Quick answer....yes....although some songs won't play. (don't ask me why I had a friend hook up an Ipod only to have a bunch of songs that he legitimately got off of CD's he bought not play at all) The songs he downloaded illegally on the other hand played beautifully. Apparently theres an Ipod download on the Marketplace I suppose maybe that corrects the problem I was having.

PS - I'd rather not talk with you if you're going to use a word like "roxxor" or "zomg" or any other language spawned from World of Warcraft or any other online nerd conventions.

Learn to pick up on sarcasm then, Chugga, cause I hate leet speak as much as the next guy :P zomg :p.

[JaylisJayP]

Looks like Crackdown might very well be pushed back to 2007. Hmm, may have to take that pre-order and flip it over to Star Trek: Legacy.

[DaGoalie60]

Anyone else play the demo of NFS: Carbon? The graphics looked great and they had a Lancer *drools*...But I still think Forza 2 will kill this game...Sure it's not street racing...But I rather have the ability to make my own custom car and race on a normal track...Besides I loved the street racing games...But when I picked up Forza 1 I about fell backwards because the games looked so crisp, smooth, and clean.

[SpawnSC]

wal-mart has a 26" HDTV for 348 thats 720p. Is 720p good?

[MPCanes]

720p is very good. But that TV probably isn't. Nothing is available at 1080p at the moment other then HD-DVD and Blu-Ray.

[PrimeBane]

The 1080p passthrough is my main concern. Sony has an HDMI switching receiver out for $500 but you've gotta run audio wires individually along with the HDMI because the HDMI doesn't cover audio. Which I think is ridiculous. Yamaha has a bunch of nice receivers out right now...HTR-6090, RX-V1700, RX-V2700. My local best buy has the HTR-6090 for $1000 and this weekend they are running a 12% off sale. I'm thinking I might be able to do better closer to the holiday season online though.

:confused:

Did I miss something... HDMI has always covered audio. Or is that this receiver doesn't take the audio from the HDMI, just passes video on?

The Dolby TrueHD receivers should hit the market before long... I'd look into one of those.

[The Isomotion31]

I have this odd feeling that if they give me the right price on Black Friday this year, i am going to get myself a New TV. LOL.

[SpawnSC]

Tomorrow black friday?

[JaylisJayP]

Tomorrow black friday?

black friday is the day after thanksgiving every year.

[Jamesweighs]

Anyone else play the demo of NFS: Carbon? The graphics looked great and they had a Lancer *drools*...But I still think Forza 2 will kill this game...Sure it's not street racing...But I rather have the ability to make my own custom car and race on a normal track...Besides I loved the street racing games...But when I picked up Forza 1 I about fell backwards because the games looked so crisp, smooth, and clean.

I tried it out a few times. Gotta get used to the handling. Seemed to take a little step back in that dept from NFSMW, but that could just be attributed to the different cars. I am not too keen on the team aspect, but I do like the customization with the analog sticks. That's quite innovative. Seems like it'll be a decent arcade type racer.

About Forza 2, I am sad that are taking out the Point to Point courses. Love racing the up and down hill course (Fujimi Kaido). Kept the gameplay varied a bit, so it's not just strictly hotlap. But I understand their reasoning, to put more emphasis on the circuit tracks. Wonder if they will have point to point or sections of Nurburgring still though, or if it'll be only the whole course. The sections really helped people learn it a little bit at a time. The ring can be intimidating at first. And long.

[DaGoalie60]

I tried it out a few times. Gotta get used to the handling. Seemed to take a little step back in that dept from NFSMW, but that could just be attributed to the different cars. I am not too keen on the team aspect, but I do like the customization with the analog sticks. That's quite innovative. Seems like it'll be a decent arcade type racer.

About Forza 2, I am sad that are taking out the Point to Point courses. Love racing the up and down hill course (Fujimi Kaido). Kept the gameplay varied a bit, so it's not just strictly hotlap. But I understand their reasoning, to put more emphasis on the circuit tracks. Wonder if they will have point to point or sections of Nurbrugring still though, or if it'll be only the whole course. The sections really helped people learn it a little bit at a time. The ring can be intimidating at first. And long.

That's too bad. It was fun drifting down the mountain point to point tracks...Hard but fun:D

[The Isomotion31]

Anyone heard about or tried Import Tuner Challenge yet? I am curious as I loved Tokyo Extreme Racer for Dreamcast and was thinkign abotu trading in some games for it.

[Jamesweighs]

Iso, it is the new Tokyo Extreme Racer, they changed the name for the states. I haven't tried it yet, but I hear it's great IF you loved the old games.
The dreamcast one was by far the best. I guess this new one is pretty much the same thing.

[Chugga]

:confused:

Did I miss something... HDMI has always covered audio. Or is that this receiver doesn't take the audio from the HDMI, just passes video on?

The Dolby TrueHD receivers should hit the market before long... I'd look into one of those.

Most HDMI units right now take both audio and video but will only pass the video through. As for Dolby TrueHD receivers I heard they'd hit the market September of next year at the earliest. To be honest I'm not much of an audiophile so while TrueHD sounds like the next big thing I'm not 110% on board with it. Video will always matter more to me.....just because I can see it....and I generally have friends talking over my movies anyways.

[The Isomotion31]

Iso, it is the new Tokyo Extreme Racer, they changed the name for the states. I haven't tried it yet, but I hear it's great IF you loved the old games.
The dreamcast one was by far the best. I guess this new one is pretty much the same thing.

Thanks will check it out.

[Chugga]

A friend of mine just got back from trying out the PS3 and Wii along with a few of the more anticipated 360 games and he confirmed exactly what I said all along.

1. 360....he played Gears of War and nearly crapped his pants. Basically it's the greatest thing since sliced bread. Halo will be taking a backseat to this game. Marvel Ultimate Alliance was the next game he tried out and he was pretty blown away. Apparently it's not much different from XL2 (which isn't a bad thing what-so-ever) and the new characters are integrated amazingly and have really cool powers. Other then Spiderman who he said he couldn't really get the hang of (probably because he's a support character)

2. The Wii...first game he tried out for the Wii was once again Marvel Ultimate Alliance....he got to literally control Captain Americas shield while using the Wii-mote. He'd toss it and then guide it by moving the Wii-mote. Said it would be a tough decision on which version to buy (I'm going with 360 just because I don't want my arms getting tired in a 30 hour RPG). Next on his list was Wii Sports....you don't actually have control over your players in Wii Tennis (which somewhat scared me) but apparently it's amazingly fun anyways. Wii Boxing he said stole the show though. He was knocking out people left and right and said the controlling for punching/blocking was really fun and easy.

3. The PS3 was an amazing system, he was really impressed with what he saw, the games weren't exactly out of this world but he did get to try out Resistance: Fall of Man which he had personally been waiting to see forever. (here comes the I told you part) The game was amazing, he said the selection of guns was pretty impressive....but he kept dying. He kept constantly dying and he had no idea how or why. Why did he have no idea? No rumble feature....he said it wouldn't be a big deal, alot of people online said it wouldn't be a big deal but you try playing a first person shooter without a rumble feature and you can get pegged by a pistol all day without ever even knowing it. From that moment on the more games he moved onto to try out the ONLY thing he could notice was how much better the game would have been with a rumble feature and how handicapped the game was without one. From what I've heard PS3 is working on putting rumble in their battery packs so not all hope is lost but I'm just glad that once again I was correct.

People say rumble isn't a big deal but in first person shooters, sports, puzzle/adventure games, etc you'd be suprised how much things change without a little bit of rumble.

[Jamesweighs]

Iso- here's some imput for that game from the Forza board. People are really enjoying it. Lots of customization, and it's back to the roots of the old Dreamcast version.

http://www.forzacentral.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16068&page=2
But Gamespot gave it a lousy review, not that that counts for much...

[SpawnSC]

A friend of mine just got back from trying out the PS3 and Wii along with a few of the more anticipated 360 games and he confirmed exactly what I said all along.

1. 360....he played Gears of War and nearly crapped his pants. Basically it's the greatest thing since sliced bread. Halo will be taking a backseat to this game. Marvel Ultimate Alliance was the next game he tried out and he was pretty blown away. Apparently it's not much different from XL2 (which isn't a bad thing what-so-ever) and the new characters are integrated amazingly and have really cool powers. Other then Spiderman who he said he couldn't really get the hang of (probably because he's a support character)

2. The Wii...first game he tried out for the Wii was once again Marvel Ultimate Alliance....he got to literally control Captain Americas shield while using the Wii-mote. He'd toss it and then guide it by moving the Wii-mote. Said it would be a tough decision on which version to buy (I'm going with 360 just because I don't want my arms getting tired in a 30 hour RPG). Next on his list was Wii Sports....you don't actually have control over your players in Wii Tennis (which somewhat scared me) but apparently it's amazingly fun anyways. Wii Boxing he said stole the show though. He was knocking out people left and right and said the controlling for punching/blocking was really fun and easy.

3. The PS3 was an amazing system, he was really impressed with what he saw, the games weren't exactly out of this world but he did get to try out Resistance: Fall of Man which he had personally been waiting to see forever. (here comes the I told you part) The game was amazing, he said the selection of guns was pretty impressive....but he kept dying. He kept constantly dying and he had no idea how or why. Why did he have no idea? No rumble feature....he said it wouldn't be a big deal, alot of people online said it wouldn't be a big deal but you try playing a first person shooter without a rumble feature and you can get pegged by a pistol all day without ever even knowing it. From that moment on the more games he moved onto to try out the ONLY thing he could notice was how much better the game would have been with a rumble feature and how handicapped the game was without one. From what I've heard PS3 is working on putting rumble in their battery packs so not all hope is lost but I'm just glad that once again I was correct.

People say rumble isn't a big deal but in first person shooters, sports, puzzle/adventure games, etc you'd be suprised how much things change without a little bit of rumble.
NICE! mini reviews! thanks for sharing. America going to smell like ***** on november 12 when Gears is released because a lot of people will be crapping their pants over this one...

[The Isomotion31]

Iso- here's some imput for that game from the Forza board. People are really enjoying it. Lots of customization, and it's back to the roots of the old Dreamcast version.

http://www.forzacentral.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16068&page=2
But Gamespot gave it a lousy review, not that that counts for much...

Thanks. I decided to pick it up after work today and am on the verge of trying it out.

[JaylisJayP]

maybe it's just me, but with the 360 going so strong, I have less than zero interest in the PS3. None, whatsoever.

[Chugga]

maybe it's just me, but with the 360 going so strong, I have less than zero interest in the PS3. None, whatsoever.

I still want one, but I don't want to have to jump through hoops. Where-as with the Wii I don't mind if I have to jump through hoops...bring on the hoops. Between Gears of War, Zelda, Call of Duty and Marvel Ultimate Alliance the PS3 is "cool" and all that but I'm not going to fight over one when I know I likely won't play it that much out of the gate anyways.

[MarvLevyshead]

I still want one, but I don't want to have to jump through hoops. Where-as with the Wii I don't mind if I have to jump through hoops...bring on the hoops. Between Gears of War, Zelda, Call of Duty and Marvel Ultimate Alliance the PS3 is "cool" and all that but I'm not going to fight over one when I know I likely won't play it that much out of the gate anyways.

I heard JP Losman has already pre-ordered a PS3.

A sign of things to come...

:p


And I am in the same boat as you. Wii is a definite for me. The PS3? Eh, maybe if I have a few extra bucks lying around a few months after launch. Other than that, I'll be content with a 360/Wii combo on my entertainment center.

[Smbdyfnkillme]

CompUSA has some older Xbox 360 games on clearance. I picked up Tony Hawk for $20. They also had Quake 4 and some other stuff, but I didn't check the prices.

[Silent_Samurai]

Would youi mind checking out Quake 4 ... I wouldn't mind getting a cheap copy.

[BeefEaster]

this guy is really excited about the 360

http://ebaumsworld.com/2006/10/projectile-vomit-on-live-tv.html

[JaylisJayP]

FINALLY....got to 100% on Star Wars...off to something else now.

[JaylisJayP]

so i've been debating this...what do you guys think. Will I enjoy Rainbox Six: Vegas if all I intend to play is the single-player campaign? Is it worth the initial price?

I know the bulk of the fun will probably be online, but I'm a lazy bastard and haven't gotten onto live yet.

[pyrrhonist]

so i've been debating this...what do you guys think. Will I enjoy Rainbox Six: Vegas if all I intend to play is the single-player campaign? Is it worth the initial price?

I think so. I've played most of the R6 games from the PC forward, except for the online-heavy one that was on Xbox. I've always enjoyed them, and I'm not much for any sort of online gaming, unless I know the players. I fully intend to buy Vegas on Day 1. :cool:

[JaylisJayP]

Well, I'm about done with the Godfather. Gave it 2 tries, but it sucks, especially after going from Saints Row. Could be another trade in.

[CJF28]

is Scarface out on the 360?

[edschmoe]

Well guys enjoy the good games over the next few weeks. My 360 just died :( They are sending the coffin

[JaylisJayP]

is Scarface out on the 360?

soon i think.

[Eric Leduc]

is Scarface out on the 360?
I thought that game is only coming out on the original xbox and not the 360.

[Moe Szyslak]

Well guys enjoy the good games over the next few weeks. My 360 just died :( They are sending the coffin

What went wrong w/ yours? On mine the screen went out. I could get sound, but no picture. I sent it back on Thursday.

[edschmoe]

Just started freezing like crazy. Got the 3 red lights a couple of times. And also lost picture. Hope the replacement process goes smooth for both of us..What went wrong w/ yours? On mine the screen went out. I could get sound, but no picture. I sent it back on Thursday.

[DaGoalie60]

WOW...Just played the demo for Test Crive ULTD. I must say it's my must buy game...Race anyone anywhere mmo racer CRAZY and I love it xD

[owenstar]

Well, I'm about done with the Godfather. Gave it 2 tries, but it sucks, especially after going from Saints Row. Could be another trade in.

Interested if you are selling!!!

[JaylisJayP]

any new games coming out this week?

[TastySweetNutz]

any new games coming out this week?
I don't think anything is coming out this week, but I think Splinter Cell and Tiger Woods come out next Tuesday.

[The Isomotion31]

I don't think anything is coming out this week, but I think Splinter Cell and Tiger Woods come out next Tuesday.

oooooo Splinter Cell really? hmmmm....Interesting.

[JaylisJayP]

Splinter Cell looks great, too bad I get impatient with stealth games and never can enjoy them.

[Smbdyfnkillme]

Splinter Cell looks great, too bad I get impatient with stealth games and never can enjoy them.

That's why I've always like Metal Gear Solid better. If you get tired of sneaking around, you can run around shooting and beating up everybody. Sam Fisher always moved too slow and didn't have enough moves for that. I'll still be buying Splinter Cell anyway because I really do need something to hold me until F.E.A.R. and Gears of War show up.

[TastySweetNutz]

I'll probably pick it up. I've always like the SC series and from what I've seen, it looks really good.

[Serious Sam]

I'll be heading off to play Prey in a few minutes; new content finally released today. Four multiplayer maps and five MP skins. The DL is free, w00t!

Gravity Labs-Multi-player map
Space Oddity-Multi-player map
Topillogical-Multi-player map
Tunnel Rat-Multi-player map

http://www.majornelson.com/default.aspx

[SpawnSC]

i plan on putting some time in oblivion again since I got my 360 back :) so no new games for me probably till Gears of Wars release.

[JaylisJayP]

That's why I've always like Metal Gear Solid better. If you get tired of sneaking around, you can run around shooting and beating up everybody. Sam Fisher always moved too slow and didn't have enough moves for that. I'll still be buying Splinter Cell anyway because I really do need something to hold me until F.E.A.R. and Gears of War show up.

marvel ultimate alliance comes out in 2 weeks.

[Jamesweighs]

What do you guys think of the Tiger Woods demo? From the few times I've played I think it's going to be just as easy as last years. Probably not at first, but when you get a bit leveld up it sure might. Even with Tiger on the demo, it's pretty easy to get birdies. I don't think the large circle area really makes that much difference.

And I guess I have some eating of my words to do. I got a copy of Test Drive as a b-day gift and actually got a few hours in it yesterday, and it's not nearly as bad as I first thought it was. I didn't care for the first or second demo at all.

Some of the higher end cars handle really well. It's like a cross between NFS and PGR. So far, it's really fun. The missions and races are varied, which is nice, there's always something to do. You're never really stuck. And I've got to say, it's the most relaxing driving/racing game I've played. And the c ockpit views look really really good. I know the folks who did PGR helped them with this. Some of the handling could be better, but I didn't know you could tweak certain things with assists and performance upgrades. Fun game.

[JaylisJayP]

anyone planning to get Star Trek: Legacy? I'm thinking it may be lost in the mix since it comes out around the same time as FEAR, Gears, COD3 and Ultimate Alliance.

But it looks like it might be something different and fun.

[vaderccg]

i have
battfield2 modern combat & ghost recon for the 360,played 1 time each. 60.00 dlvd for both if anyone interested. can't wait for COD3 next month.

my live id is larsman03,mostly do COD2 live

larry

[JaylisJayP]

is battlefield2 any good? Is it a team-based shooter or can I just run and gun through the single player campaign?

[JaylisJayP]

wow, 15 hours and nobody added to this thread....the PS3 is cutting in on our action, huh?