I think this is a great system. Its got excellent game, a solid setup and has an awesome multiplayer experience. True it does cost 50$ yearly for the Gold account on live, however it’s pretty well worth it considering all the updates and freebies you get. My only complaint is that the system is not that robust. Mine has gotten over heated for random reasons that have no explanation sometimes. There are many manufacturing defects that save the company money but cost the customers more. All in all its like I have to carry the thing around in a three foot thick styrofoam case just to protect it. Still every thing else is good. The controllers are made for human hands so they’re very comfy to use and all the best multiplayer games are on this system (even though Nintendo has some very awesome ones for parties and stuff). Very good system. I recommend You buy it

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Xbox 360 sets a new pace for digital entertainment. More than just a cutting-edge game system, Xbox 360 also integrates high-definition video, DVD movie playback, digital music, photos, and online connectivity into one sleek, small tower.About the Xbox 360 Hardware

Xbox 360, shown with wireless controller, is a sleek, customizable gaming and entertainment system.

Xbox 360 is much smaller than its predecessor–it measures approximately 3.3 by 12.2 by 10.2 inches and weighs 7.7 lbs. It’s powered by custom IBM PowerPC-based CPU with three symmetrical cores each running at 3.2 GHz. It also carries a custom ATI graphics processor 10 MB of embedded DRAM. This is powerful enough to draw 500 million triangles per second. In other words, it makes for great looking games in standard TV definition, and even better thanks to built-in support for HDTV 1080i televisions. It also supports the widescreen 16:9 format.

The unit has a 12x dual-layer DVD-ROM drive, which plays both the game media and progressive-scan DVD movies right out of the box. For game-save and media storage, users can choose between the detachable and upgradeable 20GB hard drive, or a separately sold 64MB flash Memory Unit. Along with storing files, the hard drive will make the Xbox 360 backward-compatible with part of the existing Xbox game library.

Xbox 360 uses a refined button layout for its controllers. Back and Start buttons sit at the center of the controller and between them is a new Xbox Guide button, which instantly takes the user to the Xbox 360 user interface. From there, they can check for friends online, access personal digital content like photos and songs, and more. The black and white buttons of the first Xbox controllers have been replaced with new shoulder buttons placed above the left and right triggers. Xbox 360 can accommodate up to four wireless controllers and has three USB 2.0 slots to use for wired controllers or for streaming your digital media from digital cameras, MP3 players, and any Windows XP-based PC. Microsoft has announced plans for a upcoming video-conferencing camera that will work with the system.

Xbox 360 can manage your games, your online friends, and your personal digital library.

About Xbox 360 Games and Media
Xbox 360 is scheduled to launch with more than 20 launch titles, with several more slated to be released within the following month. Launch titles include Madden NFL 2006, Project Gotham Racing 3, and the long-awaited Perfect Dark Zero. All Xbox 360 titles can be played in either standard or high-definition resolution in 16:9 widescreen, with anti-aliasing for smoother graphics. Game designers will be able to take advantage of the system’s multi-channel surround sound. The Xbox 360’s digital media allows users to supplement any game’s music from tracks in their own personal library.

About Xbox Live
A built-in Ethernet port allows users to connect their system to a broadband connection for access to the new Xbox Live Silver. The included service lets anyone create a Gamertag and gamer card to express your online identity, chat live with voice chat, and connect to the Xbox Live Marketplace to buy expansions, maps, and other digital goodies for your games. The subscription service Xbox Live Gold adds to that online competition, game stats, and video chat/messaging. The separately sold wireless adapter supports the common 802.11a, -b, and -g standards.

What’s Included in the Game System

• Xbox 360 console
• 20GB detachable hard drive
• Wireless controller
• Wireless Xbox Live headset
• High-definition AV cables
• Ethernet cable
• Xbox 360 Media Remote Control (limited time)
• Detachable faceplate
• Xbox Live Silver membership

Note to Customers
Release dates and pricing are tentative and subject to change based on availability at launch. Product is not guaranteed on release date. Orders are shipped on a first-come, first-serve basis due to limited supplies and indeterminate launch quantities.

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Xbox 360 Premium Gold Pack Mega Sports Bundle Video Xbox 360 is the future of entertainment. With the most stunning games, powerful technology, and intelligent services, Xbox 360 puts you at the center of your entertainment experience. Connect and express. Collaborate and compete. Play the most compelling games. Watch DVD movies. Enjoy digital music, photos, and videos in an integrated entertainment system. Xbox 360 also opens the door to incredible new high-definition entertainment. Experience Xbox 360 games in HD. Stream HD television and movies straight from your Windows Media Center Edition PC to your Xbox 360. PAKAGE INCLUDE TWO GAMES 1:TOP SPIN 2:THE OUT FIT

Xbox 360 Premium Gold Pack Video Game System

First of all, I’m a PS3 owner and have been nearly since it’s launch. I really love the PS3 and think it’s a great system. I had considered buying a 360 many times but kept passing over it after hearing of all the problems it had and just figured I didn’t want to deal with the chances. Well after seeing this bundle with the new price cut and finding out this bundle is definitely the latest “Jasper” version I went ahead and purchased it. The two included games aren’t exactly *amazing* but they’re still pretty good and it’s definitely a good deal to get both of them included for no added cost.

So far I’ve noticed the system does seem to run a good bit cooler than my brothers original launch model 360. I’m also really enjoy the new menu system for the 360. Or maybe I should say newer, I’m not sure when it came out, but I prefer it over the older “tabbed” style menu previously used. Overall I believe now is a great time to grab a 360. Since it has been out longer than the PS3 you do have access to more titles and more titles that are cheap. Some of the systems best games can easily be picked up for $29.99 now. The ability to use Netflix on the system is also really amazing. The menu system and the integration to the Xbox menu is top notch, it definitely doesn’t feel like an after thought.

Thus far my only gripe with the system is how Microsoft uses it’s point system for purchasing items. I much prefer just buying a game for say $6.99 from the Playstation Network than more or less being forced to buy considerably more points than you need to be able to grab one game. For example, you want to purchase a game that’s 1200 points, guess what the smallest you can add is 1000 so you’re then forced to jump up to 4000 points (which I believe equals twenty dollars) to be able to get the game. You’re then left with odd point amounts and it’s really just a pain! It seems pretty deliberate to grab more money out of consumers.

Product Features

• Includes LEGO Batman: The Videogame and PURE
• 120GB hard drive
• Sleek black console with matching wireless controller and headset
• HD ready - with an HDMI port (HDMI cable sold separately)
• Ethernet cable

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Edition: 120GB Elite 2009 Holiday bundle

From the Manufacturer

Total entertainment, in one box. — The Xbox 360 Elite Holiday Bundle is the total entertainment experience, with two great games included this holiday season: Lego Batman: The Videogame and PURE. With the Xbox 360 Elite, you can watch thousands of HD movies and TV episodes at the press of a button, including titles streamed instantly from Netflix.* Download Game Add-ons like songs, maps, levels and characters. Plus, with 120GB of storage, there’s plenty of room to extend your fun.

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Get two great games included this holiday season: LEGO® Batman™: The Videogame and PURE®

120GB HDD to download games, HD movies and TV episodes.*

Sleek black console with matching wireless controller and headset

HD ready - with an HDMI port (HDMI Cable sold separately)

What’s in the Box?

Xbox 360 Black Console

LEGO® Batman™: The Videogame (Rated “E10+” for Everyone 10+)

PURE® (Rated “E” for Everyone)

Xbox 360 Black Wireless Controller

Xbox 360 120GB Hard Drive

Standard Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable

Xbox 360 Black Headset

Ethernet Cable

Xbox LIVE Membership

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The Xbox 360 Elite Holiday Bundle is a great value with two great games included, a massive hard drive, an HDMI port (HDMI cable sold separately), a black wireless controller and headset, and a premium black finish. With three powerful core processors and full surround sound, the console redefines what games look like, sound like, feel like, and play like to engage you like never before. Every Xbox 360 game title supports a minimum of 720p, and up to 1080p high definition resolution or 480p standard definition resolution, in 16:9 widescreen.

Product features:
LEGO® Batman™: The Videogame (included):
Play as Batman and his sidekick Robin as you build, drive, swing, and fight your way through Gotham City. Then jump into the story from the other side and play as Batman’s foes! There’s no rest for the good (or the evil!). (Rated “E10+” for Everyone 10+)

PURE® (included):
Take off-road racing to a new level. Experience pure adrenaline and emotion as you execute incredible aerial tricks and death-defying massive jumps. (Rated “E” for Everyone)

Xbox 360 120GB Hard Drive
The 120GB detachable hard drive allows gamers to save their games and store television shows, movies, music, pictures, trailers, levels, demos and other content available from Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (black) This award-winning, high-performance wireless controller features the Xbox Guide Button for quick, in-game access to friends and music. It has a range of up to 30 feet and a battery life of up to 30 hours on two AA batteries. Xbox 360 Headset (black) Now available in black, the headset lets gamers strategize or trade taunts while playing games and send voice messages to friends on Xbox LIVE.

Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable
Maximize your Xbox 360 picture quality on standard-definition televisions using this S-Video connection for a noticeable image improvement over traditional composite connecters.

Xbox LIVE®
Connect to Xbox LIVE for free and you’ll find free game trials and have immediate access to HD movies and Game Add-ons like songs and characters (all sold separately) so the fun never ends. Included with your console is a one month subscription to Xbox LIVE Gold. Xbox LIVE Gold is the best in gaming and entertainment. Invite friends from all over to connect and play online multiplayer games or watch thousands of HD movies streamed instantly from Netflix.*

Free Netflix trial
See how easy it is to stream movies instantly to your console from Netflix, many in high definition.

* Microsoft® Points required to shop Xbox LIVE Marketplace for games, add-ons, and media content (sold separately). Xbox LIVE Gold membership and Netflix unlimited membership required for Netflix instant streaming. See Netflix Terms of Use for details about Netflix service. Xbox LIVE Gold required for online multiplayer. Xbox LIVE system requirements available at www.xbox.com/live. Largest library based on next generation consoles.

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Xbox 360 Elite Winter 2009 Lego Batman / Pure Bundle

Square Enix has released yet another Japanese language trailer for Final Fantasy XIII, likely the last one before the game hits retail stores across the Pacific. This five minute video features a lot of recycled footage from earlier trailers, but attentive fans will notice the reveal of new characters (villains, perhaps?).

The highlights of this lengthy preview are the franchise’s trademark over-the-top summons — made even more spectacular and grandiose for this generation’s first numbered entry in the Final Fantasy series. Of course, Square Enix fans would have it no other way.

[Thanks, Brandon S.!]

Japan summons one more Final Fantasy XIII trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Did you think the footage of Bayonetta summoning intricate torture devices was disturbing? Wait until you see this context-free prototype dancing footage, featuring everyone’s favorite giant witch cutting a motion-captured rug (after the break). We don’t know if it’s the fact that the animations have yet to be finalized in this sequence, or if it’s the idea of Bayonetta taking a break from her brutal revenge quest to get down, or if it’s simply Bayonetta’s flagrantly inhuman body proportions, but yikes.

What kind of touch-ups did Platinum do after this prototype stage? ” … on Kamiya-san’s orders,” animator Uchi says, “we accentuated the movements of her waist and butt to make it over-the-top in the sexiness department.” You’d have to accentuate the hell out of those movements to go from that to “sexy.”

Continue reading Bayonetta’s dancing is really ’sexy’

Bayonetta’s dancing is really ’sexy’ originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Pre-ordered this bundle back in September, was worried at first about the release date shipping. This is my first release date purchase through Amazon. Received it at 10 am on release date…awesome. Now that we have that out of the way. This bundle is a great deal for first time Xbox users/purchasers. Comes with 2 controllers, this is great for a family purchase….no more children fighting over taking turns until you get to the store to purchase another controller. The 250 GB harddrive is great. I currently own 2 other 360’s(one is mine, the other purchased for my wife) both 20gb. With all of the music, movies, and DLC I have had to constantly delete stuff that I have paid for just to make room for new games. This led me to purchase the 250GB harddrive, after transferring everything over I still have TONS of room to install all of my most played games. (For those of you new to 360’s…this helps the games run smoother with less load times and it keeps the noise level down on the system). If you are a fan of the COD franchise or even new this 360 is great! The black 360 with the custom MW2 theme looks great. I have always thought about painting my other 360 black to make it look better in my entertainment center…black 58″ tv, black surround sound system, black cable box, black modem, and lastly a black PS3. A White xbox stands out quite a bit amongst all of this equipment. I would highly recommend this purchase to people just starting out with the new gaming system or even hardcore 360 players who are just looking to expand the experience. I know this review is getting extensive but im just trying to cover everything….now on to the MW2 game. SIMPLY AMAZING! Looks great, sounds great, plays great. I have been into the COD franchise for quite a while, have been religiously playing COD 4 MW for over 2 years now and can see myself playing this one for another 2 as well. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS GAME! Thanks for reading the review and happy gaming! -J.Fox

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• Limited edition Xbox 360 Console with exclusive design
• 250GB hard drive
• Two Xbox 360 black wireless controllers
• Xbox 360 black wired headset
• Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable

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Since its inception, Xbox 360 has set the pace for digital entertainment. That pace has now been quickened with the Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console. Along with features standard in all Xbox Elite consoles, the Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console comes with an exclusive design inspired by the game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, a copy of the standard edition of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 for Xbox 360, two black Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers and a massive 250GB Hard Drive, making it both a true value and collector’s item for Xbox 360 and Call of Duty fans alike. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -15px; } table.callout { font-family: verdana; font-size: 11px; line-height: 1. 3em; } td.vgoverview { height: 125px; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px; padding-bottom: 10px; width: 250px; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12px; } The Console Designed with artwork inspired by Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, this limited edition console measures 11.5 x 11.8 x 7.5 inches and is less than eight pounds. It’s powered by custom IBM PowerPC-based CPU with three symmetrical cores each running at 3.2 GHz. It also carries 512MB of GDDR3 SDRAM, a custom ATI graphics processor and 10MB of integrated video memory. This makes it powerful enough to draw 500 million triangles per second. In other words, users can expect great looking games in standard TV definition, and even better graphics quality when used with HDTV 1080i televisions thanks to the console’s built-in HDMI port*. It also supports the widescreen 16:9 format. The unit has a 12x dual-layer DVD-ROM drive, which plays both the game media and progressive-scan DVD movies right out of the box. Game, exclusive console, 2 controllers and 250GB drive in one bundle. View larger. Exciting new ‘Call of Duty’ action. View larger. Full Xbox LIVE support. View larger. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is a first-person shooter and the sixth entry in the popular Call of Duty series. True to its name and following the lead of its predecessor, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, it places players in modern combat settings, as opposed to the WWII environments of the earlier Call of Duty games. This modern approach brings with it new weapons, action and options. Coupled with a variety of gameplay modes including single player, multiplayer and a co-op Ops Mode, it is destined to be one of the most popular games of 2009 and a worthy addition to the Call of Duty series. Xbox 360 250GB Hard Drive In modern console gaming hard drive size is an ever growing concern. The 250GB detachable hard drive included with the Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console allows gamers to maximize their Xbox 360 entertainment experience without a worry like never before. With this new, larger drive users can save their games as well as store television shows, movies, music, pictures, trailers, levels, demos and other content available from Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Go Online with Xbox LIVE Xbox LIVE is the online game and entertainment service exclusively for Xbox 360 owners. A built-in Ethernet port on the Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console allows users to connect to the service via their broadband connection. Wireless access is also available through the Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter, sold separately. As with all Xbox 360 consoles, users can connect to Xbox LIVE via their free Xbox LIVE Silver membership to take advantage of free game trials and have immediate access to HD movies and game add-ons like songs and characters (all sold separately through Xbox LIVE Marketplace). They can also upgrade to Xbox LIVE Gold to maximize their Xbox LIVE experience. Included with your console is a free one month subscription to Xbox LIVE Gold. Xbox LIVE Gold features the best in gaming and entertainment. Invite friends from all over to connect and play online multiplayer games, watch thousands of HD movies streamed instantly from Netflix**, video chat, gain early access to additional downloadable content and more. Two Wireless Controllers Included The Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console includes matching black wireless controllers, making it easy to get in the game with a friend right out of the box. Xbox 360 uses a refined button layout for its controllers. Back and start buttons sit at the center of the controller and between them is the Xbox Guide button, which instantly takes the user to the Xbox 360 user interface. From there, they can check for friends online, access personal digital content like photos and songs and more. Xbox 360 can accommodate up to four wireless controllers and has three USB 2.0 slots to use for wired controllers or for streaming your digital media from digital cameras, MP3 players, and any Windows XP-based PC. Microsoft has also created a video-conferencing camera, sold separately, that will work with the system. What’s in the Box? Limited Edition Xbox 360 Console with exclusive Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Design Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Standard Edition (Rated “M” for Mature.) 250GB HD 2 Black Wireless Controllers 1 Black Xbox 360 Wired Headset 1 Ethernet Cable 1 Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable Free one month subscription to Xbox LIVE Gold (Xbox LIVE Silver subscription is included with console) Free Netflix trial offer * HDMI cable not included. ** Netflix unlimited membership (sold separately) also required for Netflix instant streaming. See Netflix Terms of Use for details about Netflix service.

Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console

Pugilists looking to beef up their stable of brawlers in Fight Night Round 4 will be able to do just that when EA offers up three new fighters in a DLC pack for 360 and PS3 on December 3. For the price of 160 ($2) and $1.99, respectively, you’ll be able to add boxing greats Evander Holyfield, Sonny Liston and Bernard Hopkins to your virtual lineup of potential pulverizers. In addition to the new DLC, EA will also bring in the cut man to fix a few issues fighters are having with the game — you can find the full list of fixes after the break — and will add Old School Rules and Ring Rivalry mode. Here’s the fight card:

Full bundle (Xbox 360/PS3) - 800 ($10) / $9.99

• Evander Holyfield, Sonny Liston and Bernard Hopkins
• Ring Rivalry game mode (allows players to choose from over 20 different match options recreating boxing’s most famous matchups)
• Old School Rules game mode (simulates the common rules of boxing prior to the establishment of the Marquis of Queensbury Rules)

Three boxers (Holyfield, Liston and Hopkins) — 160 ($2) / $1.99

Old School Rules mode — 320 ($4) / $3.99

Ring Rivalry mode — 160 ($2) / $1.99

Continue reading Fight Night: Round 4 gets new fighters, modes, major update Dec. 3

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Of course, this is the same company that released paid Star Wars DLC for Soul Calibur IV after the director said there wouldn’t be. So don’t go empty out your Tekken 6 DLC fund just yet.

[Via Siliconera]

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Continue reading The time-lapse evolution of a Castle Crashers boss

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You’ve probably got a ton of brand new games you want to purchase, but with Christmas just around the corner, the available funds to buy things for yourself are likely dwindling. Tomorrow through Sunday, GameStop’s got a helpful solution: A Buy 2, Get 1 Free sale on all used games. The sale is both in-store and online, though you’ll need to use code B2G1FREE, along with SAVER to get free shipping on $25-plus orders.

Just so there’s no confusion, we’re not suggesting that you buy used games for yourself to save money, far from it. We just can’t help but think how much extra cash you’d have left for Assassin’s Creed 2 if you got everyone on your list a second-hand copy of Wheelman.

[Via CheapCollegeGamers]

GameStop ‘Buy 2, Get 1 Free’ used game sale starts tomorrow originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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