Note: This show was produced using improved audio processing techniques to even all of the levels out. That means it should make it easier to hear all of our voices. Let me know in the comments what you think.
These lists are based on global unique users connected to Xbox Live or in the case of Arcade and Indie Games, full versions purchased during the week. Some content (and therefore the links) may not be available in all Xbox LIVE regions.
In case you missed any of my tweets today (or maybe you could not be bothered with Twitter) here is a recap of some of the things that happened today that you may find interesting :
Tweet: Quake Arena Arcade, X-MEN and The Path of Go are now available on Xbox LIVE Arcade: http://mjr.mn/gbxy86
Tweet: Deal of the day: Save 37% on Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood. Get it for $37.99 http://mjr.mn/8YxW7T
ESPN on Xbox LIVE has a lot going on as we head into the bowl season. Starting today, December 15th, the ESPN Xbox LIVE College Bowl Showdown kicks off! This is a pick’em mini-game. Beginning today through – 1/10, Gold LIVE members can launch into ESPN on Xbox LIVE and can enter the College Bowl Showdown, where you can pick which teams you think will win the 35 bowl games and earn score for their picks. Each participant will receive the ESPN avatar Jersey for participating in the pick’em. Between 1/1-1/10, participants who watch any of the bowl games during that timeframe will receive the ESPN Football hat. Also, you can enter the ESPN College Bowl Showdown Sweepstakes with a chance to win the grand prize: Trip to the 2011 ESPY awards and first prize: Trip to ESPN HQ’s.
Content:Gray Matter Price: Free Availability: Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, France and United Kingdom, Dash Text: When you play with fate, just how will fate play with you? Oxford. Strange things are happening in the old English university city. Following the death of his wife, the mysterious Dr. Styles retreats more and more into his laboratory at Dread Hill House. The scientist is desperately trying to make contact with his departed wife. Then, apparently by chance, Samantha, a young street performer and magician comes in to his life. As puzzling events start to occur around the city, the pair sets out to find their own explanation for the paranormal phenomena. Challenging puzzles and a mysterious story await you in this new adventure from Jane Jensen, author of the legendary ‘Gabriel Knight’ series.
Dash Text: (ONLINE INTERACTIONS NOT RATED BY THE ESRB) QUAKE ARENA ARCADE rumbles onto Xbox LIVE Arcade, introducing the challenge and adrenaline rush of THE definitive, competitive first-person shooter to a new generation of gladiators. Frag up to 15 of your best friends, closest enemies or complete strangers in 6 game types over Xbox LIVE, including Deathmatch, Capture the Flag and Harvester. Humiliate your opponents with 12 brutal weapons including the Lightning Gun, the Chain Gun and the time-honored Rocket Launcher. With 33 classic maps, 12 Xbox-exclusive arenas, HD and Widescreen support, and a brand new Single Player campaign… experience QUAKE like never before. Prepare to Fight! There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Dash Text: Experience the classic 1992 X-Men arcade game right in the comfort of your own home! Choose from some of your favorite classic X-Men characters including: Cyclops, Colossus, Wolverine, Storm, Nightcrawler, or Dazzler. Fight your way through hundreds of Sentinels and battle classic super villains such as Pyro, The Blob, Wendigo, Nimrod, The White Queen, Juggernaut, Mystique and the Master of Magnetism himself, Magneto!
Content:The Path of Go Price: 400 Microsoft Points Availability:Check availability in your region Dash Text: Unlock the full version of The Path of Go. Discover the ancient board game of Go and take your Avatar on an unexpected HD adventure full of challenge! Learn the basics and test your abilities using cutting-edge AI from Microsoft Research. Pit your skills against the world on Xbox LIVE. The ultimate Go experience for players of all skill levels: Dare you walk The Path of Go?
In case you missed any of my tweets today (or maybe you could not be bothered with Twitter) here is a recap of some of the things that happened today that you may find interesting :
Content:Kinect Sports: Party Pack Price: Free Availability:Check availability in your region Dash Text: Shake your hips and move your feet with six brand new Mini Games: SUPER STRIKER, PINVADERS, RAPID RUNNER, TARGET SMASH, FRUIT SPLATTER and KING OF THE RING. Get the Kinect Sports party started with new Party Play games and three additional crazy mascots: ZIPPY ZOMBIE, CHAMPION CHICKEN and SPORTASTICO!
Both Kinect Sport and Kinect Joyride are getting free game add-ons.
Kinect Joy Ride Chevrolet Car Pack Starting January 4, 2011, you can get a Chevrolet Camaro, Corvette and Cruze at no cost by downloading new content for “Kinect Joy Ride.” You can choose a color for your new cars – or paint them using the Kinect sensor – and then take them for a spin in any of “Kinect Joy Ride’s” six game modes. You can also use the cars in online races over Xbox LIVE. Beginning January 4, 2011, The Chevrolet cars for Kinect Joy Ride will be able to be unlocked when you select the Chevrolet ad in the Xbox LIVE Marketplace – keep your eye out for it! You can also unlock the Chevrolet cars by visiting Xbox.com.
Kinect Sports Party Pack Available today, the Kinect Sports Party Pack lets you shake your hips and move your feet with six new Mini Games, 15 new Party Play events and three crazy mascots. Content includes:
Six exciting new Mini Games: Shake your hips and move your feet with six brand new Mini Games.
SuperStriker for Soccer lets you score as many goals as you can and avoid the boots.
Pinvaders for Bowling lets you stop the pins before they reach the hazard zone.
Rapid Runner for Track & Field lets you run the furthest distance before you run out of time.
Target Smash for Table Tennis lets you smash the targets to grab the score.
Fruit Splatter for Volleyball lets you hit the fruits while dodging the bombs.
King of the Ring for Boxing lets you knockout as many opponents as you can.
“Challenge” Feature allows you to track and compete with friends’ Mini Game scores
15 Party Play Events: Increase the variety with new Mini Game Events and new variations of the original Mini Games you already love.
Three new goofy mascots to use in Party Play spice up the game and include:
Content:Star Wars The Force Unleashed II – Endor DLC Price: 80 Microsoft Points Availability:Check availability in your region Dash Text: Continue your adventure as the Dark Apprentice, where you can forever change the history of the Star Wars Universe by executing Darth Vader’s orders to crush the Rebels as they mount their assault on Endor.
Technical Note: This weeks show is being presented as an enhanced .M4A file. In addition to using a modern codec that results in better sound and smaller file size, if your media player supports it you may see chapter markers, URLs and/or contextual artwork for some areas of the podcast.
Please leave a comment and let me know what you think of this new format.
Technical Note: This weeks show is being presented as an enhanced .M4A file. In addition to using a modern codec that results in better sound and smaller file size, if your media player supports it you may see chapter markers, URL’s and/or contextual artwork for some areas of the podcast.
Please leave a comment and let me know what you think of this new format.
I have just learned of a decision to postpone our planned Gears of War news from Epic Games for the Spike Video Game Awards this weekend. I wanted to share this with you and let you know that while these are never easy decisions, we can tell you that what we have to share for the franchise in 2011 will definitely be worth the wait and we look forward to working with our partner at Spike on sharing this world premier news when it is ready.
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I have just learned of a decision to postpone our planned Gears of War news from Epic Games for the Spike Video Game Awards this weekend. I wanted to share this with you and let you know that while these are never easy decisions, we can tell you that what we have to share for the franchise in 2011 will definitely be worth the wait and we look forward to working with our partner at Spike on sharing this world premier news when it is ready.
The November NPD’s are out for North America, and I’ve got some Xbox related news to share with you:
November marks the sixth consecutive month Xbox 360 leads video game consoles in sales, with 1.37 million units sold. (Source: NPD Group, November 2010)
Xbox 360 is the only console to show double digit year-to-date growth at 42%, making it the fastest-growing console in 2010. (Source: NPD Group, November 2010)
50% of spending at retail this November (for current generation consoles) was on the Xbox 360 platform. (Source: NPD Group, November 2010)
As part of the Doritos Unlock Xbox contest, two FREE games are now available for download from Xbox LIVE. Download and play them (and unlock the achievements) then look for the poll on the Xbox dashboard to vote for your favorite.
Harms Way is a fast paced, action packed race where both drivers and snipers need to team up to win the race. As the sniper, you need to blow-up the competition. As a driver you need to finish 3 laps first.
Availability:Check availability in your region Dash Text: Doritos Crash Course is a fast-paced, funny, obstacle course game show for your Avatar to compete against your friends and family over XboxLive. Play through 15 exciting platformer levels across 3 different countries. Compete against your friends and family up to four players over XboxLive and local split-screen.
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