posted by Content Keyword RSS on Jan 27
Nintendo Wii's friend code approach to online multiplayer in games like Mario Kart has been a huge let down. It doesn't give us the ability to make a friends list or even see what games our friends are playing. Thankfully, it looks like Nintendo is finally catching up with Xbox LIVE and PSN, as Satoru [...]posted by Content Keyword RSS on Jan 27
After a decade of lackluster online support, Nintendo may finally be wising up. During an investor’s briefing today, Nintendo President Satoru Iwata announced that its upcoming console, the Wii U, will have two new features: NFC built into the controller and an Xbox Live-like online service called Nintendo Network. Downloadable content, including fullly downloadable retail games is also a ...posted by Content Keyword RSS on Jan 27
There have been rumors circulating regarding Nintendo's online network plans for its upcoming Wii U console. Today, president Satoru Iwata announced the first details about the service -- which will have many of the features gamers have come to expect on services like Xbox Live and PSN. The Nintendo Network, as it is called, will be compatible with both 3DS and Wii U. You can read Iwata's full ...posted by Content Keyword RSS on Nov 28
Online retailers are bundling up for the holidays, offering deep discounts on game console packages for Cyber Monday. Wal-Mart is offering an “Xbox 360 Kinect Family Fun Bundle,” which includes a 250 GB Xbox, Kinect sensor, two Kinect titles, a wireless controller and a three-month subscription to Xbox Live from $319. GameStop has similar packages for the Xbox, Nintendo Wii and 3DS, which ...posted by Content Keyword RSS on Mar 12
The Wii may lead the console wars in terms of units sold, but its lack of downloadable video content is a big disadvantage in the long-term—Microsoft and Sony continue to add titles to Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network. But the Wii may get streaming video capabilities soon, according to Curt Marvis, Lionsgate Entertainment's president of digital media. He told Variety that the Wii would be a "big marketplace for digital distribution," and that the platform could launch "as soon as this yposted by Content Keyword RSS on Mar 12
The Wii may lead the console wars in terms of units sold, but its lack of downloadable video content is a big disadvantage in the long-term—*Microsoft* and *Sony* continue to add titles to Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network.posted by Content Keyword RSS on Mar 8
As we’ve crested the 7th birthday of the Xbox, and the 3rd birthday of the Xbox 360, it’s time for a retrospective on how Microsoft has changed the face of gaming and what will be some of the fallout for the Next Next Generation. Readily burned into our minds are the obvious things like the Red Ring Of Death, and Xbox Live, but that’s only scratching the surface. Let’s pull back the outer layer and take a look at all of the little things that has helped advance the pastime of video gaming. Preposted by Content Keyword RSS on Feb 27
GTA IV DLC sets XBL record Lost and Damned breaks first-day revenue record on Xbox Live XBL, PSN full of "rampant homophobia"Gay rights group raps anti-gay sentiment in online gaming communitiesRock Band 2 dated for Wii, PS3, PS2Instrument bundles get new reduced price points tooJoin OPM's 24hr gaming marathonSony undergoes management shuffle EA Sports titles get MotionPlus supportCall of Duty still dominating XBL Planet 51 game unveiled Call of Juarez 2: First trailer Ten new Damnation screensposted by Content Keyword RSS on Feb 17
Since Microsoft released their new dashboard with the avatar feature people have been going nuts making custom Xbox 360 avatars similar to Nintendo Wii's Miis. I've played around with it quite a bit and it is pretty fun.posted by Content Keyword RSS on Jan 19
Independent, low-budget movies changed Hollywood. Niche cable shows revolutionized television. Digital music toppled record labels. But for decades, console video games have remained overwhelmingly corporate...until now. Nintendo’s WiiWare service, Sony’s PlayStation Network, Microsoft’s Xbox Live Arcade, or Apple’s iPhone have changed the game.posted by Content Keyword RSS on Dec 6
Free Online!?!? (just for 8 arcade games) December 4th, 2008 by Dank the Underdog News at Ign.com says that there will be free Xbox Live service for those still with a Silver Membership for one month. But there’s a catch; only eight arcade games will be allowed for online support. Those games include A Kingdom for Keflings, Aegis Wing, Bomberman Live, Hardwood Hearts, Hardwood Spades, Uno, Small Armsand Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD. To me it doesn’t really seem like anything “free” is
posted by Content Keyword RSS on Dec 6
LucasArts released a new level titled “The Secret Apprentice” for The Force Unleashed on Xbox Live and Playstation Network. A new costume pack has been bundled with the level, adding several new outfits for the apprentice.
posted by Content Keyword RSS on Sep 29
Microsoft’s Xbox Live was taken down Monday for maintenance as the service gets ready for the new Xbox experience.
posted by Content Keyword RSS on Sep 29
Monday is apparently maintenance day at Microsoft, as the company brings down its Zune Marketplace and Xbox Live service for scheduled maintenance.