Xbox Live's Major Nelson

February 3rd 2012, 4:54 pm PT

Show 428: Shank 2, Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning and more

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Host: Larry Hryb, Xbox LIVE's Major Nelson (Xbox LIVE ) (Twitter)

Guests:

Interview: Jamie Cheng, Shank 2 (47:22 - 58:37)
Interview: Ian Frazier, Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (48:01 - 56:12)
Plus: Stepto talks about his departure.

Podcast

Arcade: The Simpsons Arcade Game

Content: The Simpsons Arcade Game
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
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Dash Text: The long-awaited home console port of the classic Simpsons arcade game is finally here! Join three of your friends as you chase down Smithers and Mr. Burns on the epic quest to save Maggie. Battle your way through 8 classic Springfield locations in this hilarious blast from the past!

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Demo: Kinectimals Now With Bears

Content: Kinectimals Now With Bears Demo
Price: Free
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Dash Text: Try this demo.

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Note: You’ll need Kinect to enjoy this game

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Arcade: Double Fine Happy Action Theater

Content: Double Fine Happy Action Theater
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
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Dash Text: Are you annoyed at how little magic you are able to shoot from your fingers? Have you ever tried to get grandma to do the worm, but all she would do is just stand there? Have you ever noticed how your living room doesn’t have any hot lava in it? And who designed this living room anyway?! It doesn’t even have any buildings to smash! Well, Double Fine Happy Action Theater can solve all of these problems and more! You will also be able to clone yourself or hang out in a plate of jelly if you want. And when you’re done with that, maybe you will want to feed some pigeons or have a snowball fight. There are 18 amazing ways that Double Fine Action Theater will enhance your life! And up to 5 of your friends’ lives too! (ages 2 to 102)

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Arcade: Rhythm Party

Content: Rhythm Party
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
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Dash Text: "Rhythm Party" is a rhythm action game developed exclusively for Kinect on Xbox LIVE Arcade! Brought to you by the "Dance Masters" development team, it transforms your entire body into a controller. No need for choreography anymore. You’re the choreographer and the dancer! When your body appears at the center of the screen, just dance! Game play is simple: Use your arms and legs to hit the Ripples in time with the rhythm while you create an original performance. Your performance skills are the key! With a soundtrack recorded largely in collaboration with top international artists, and different special effects for every song, this game is guaranteed to get your body moving and your blood pumping!

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Demo: Syndicate Co-op

Content: Syndicate Co-op Demo
Price: Free
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Dash Text: Syndicate is a re-imagination of the classic 1993 Syndicate game – a cyber punk FPS set in a dystopian world where large Syndicates rule and Business is War. In the 4-player co-op demo, team-up to take down rival Syndicate Cayman Global. Blast your way in and utilize your military grade DART6 chip to breach enemies and the environment as you battle for market dominance and your life. Some takeovers are more hostile than others.

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Demo: The First Templar

Content: The First Templar – Demo
Price: Free
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Dash Text: The First Templar follows the story of a French Templar and his companion, a noble lady who has been proclaimed a heretic. Taking control over these two unlikely allies, the player must uncover the mysteries behind the Templar Order, play a role in a grand conspiracy, and discover the secret of the Holy Grail.