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Welcome to New Releases for the Week! The highlights this week include Spore (PC/Mac), NHL 09 (Xbox 360, PS3), NHL 2K9 (Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, PS2), Spore Creatures (DS), and The Price is Right (Wii, DS). Check out the full list of new video game releases Read More...
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Xbox 360 Price Cuts Drop Today!
September 5th, 2008 is upon us, and as promised by Major Nelson (and official press releases), we are now greated with lower Xbox 360 console prices:
- Xbox 360 Arcade - $199.99
- Xbox 360 Pro 60GB - $299.99
- Xbox 360 Elite - $399.99
The price drops are now showing up at most online and brick and morter retailers including Amazon, Buy.com, CircuitCity & Best Buy!
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Peter may have moved on, but his tattoos live on...
With the across the board Xbox 360 price cut just announced, we thought we would step back in time and look at the history of Xbox 360 pricing since it debuted in late 2005.
History of Xbox 360 Price Cuts (USA):
November 22, 2005
- The Xbox 360 Premium and Core Units launch
- Xbox 360 Premium (20GB) - $399.99
- Xbox 360 Core (no HD) - $299.99
April 29, 2007
- The Xbox 360 Elite Console (120GB) launches
- Xbox 360 Elite (120GB) - $479.99
August 6, 2007
- Microsoft announces $50 price cut for Xbox 360 Premium. The Xbox 360 Elite is reduced by $30. Xbox 360 Core units are discounted by $20.
- Xbox 360 Premium (20GB) - $349.99
- Xbox 360 Core - $279.99
- Xbox 360 Elite - $449.99
October 27, 2007
- The Xbox 360 Arcade 'Family Console' is announced. This effectively replaces the original Xbox 360 Core units and includes a disk w/ 5 Xbox LIVE Arcade games and a 256MB memory card.
- Xbox 360 Arcade - $279.99
July 13, 2008
- The Xbox 360 Premium (20GB) is reduced $50 to $299.99. This was a move to clear out the 20GB Premium model stock, and make room for the new 60GB model.
- Xbox 360 Premium (Pro) 20GB - $299.99
- Xbox 360 Pro 60GB - $349.99
September 3, 2008
- Microsoft announces all three current units are now selling for reduced prices. They are now the first next generation console to hit below the $200 price barrier. Price cuts are effective September 5, 2008.
- Xbox 360 Arcade - $199.99
- Xbox 360 Pro 60GB - $299.99
- Xbox 360 Elite 120GB - $399.99
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Acccording to Major Nelson, the Xbox 360 Price cut hits on September 5, 2008:
It's official: We've got an Xbox 360 price cut coming to the US. Our friends in Japan announced their price cut earlier this week, but now it's time to roll one out here. As of September 5th, the new prices will be as follows:
Xbox 360 Arcade $199
Xbox 360 $299
Xbox 360 Elite $399
Head over to Amazon and order an Xbox 360 today and ask for a price adjustment (after the drop hits). Amazon has a 30 day price adjustment policy. The consoles will likely be in short supply once the price drop news spreads.
Check it out: Amazon - Xbox 360 Consoles
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Shred Nebula, Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball, & Gin Rummy are Available on Xbox LIVE Arcade!
Three new arcade titles are available to try out:
- Shred Nebula - 800 Microsoft Points
- Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball - 800 Microsoft Points
- Gin Rummy - 400 Microsoft Points
Both Shred Nebula and Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball support 8 player matches over Xbox LIVE.
Full Details:
“Shred Nebula,” “Pirates vs Ninjas Dodgeball” and “Gin Rummy” coming this Wednesday, along with new downloadable content for “Poker Smash”
“Shred Nebula”
Outerspace is about to get crazy.
“Shred Nebula” is bringing incredible graphics, blisteringly fast action, challenging levels and 8 person multiplayer to Xbox LIVE Arcade this week. The deep multiplayer space combat system with weapon vs. weapon counters, defensive maneuvers and special attacks takes this game beyond your average space shooter.
“Shred Nebula” also comes packed with 3 different modes of play: Adventure, Score Attack and multiplayer Deathmatch. For a real rush check out the split-screen guest live deathmatch and co-op score attack modes.
Developed by CrunchTime Games Inc, and published by Microsoft, “Shred Nebula” will be available for 800 Microsoft Points worldwide and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.
For more details on “Shred Nebula” please visit:http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/b/shrednebulaxboxlivearcade/
Or http://www.shrednebula.com/
“Pirates vs Ninjas Dodgeball”
Sure, you’ve played dodgeball before. Just never like this.
In this fast-paced action game from Blazing Lizard, Pirates, Ninjas, Robots, and Zombies battle across unique arenas with one goal in mind... knock each other senseless with a rubber ball! Perform powerful special abilities, melee attacks and multiple throws to eliminate your opponents, and play through each team’s unique story mode to learn the truth behind their rivalry.
Of course, no dodgeball battle royale is complete without teaming up with your friends, so make sure you hop online and compete in up to 8-player, competitive matches over Xbox LIVE.
Developed by Blazing Lizard, and published by Gamecock Media Group, “Pirates vs Ninjas Dodgeball” will be available for 800 Microsoft Points worldwide and is rated E 10+ for Everyone over the age of 10 by the ESRB.
For more details on “Pirates vs Ninjas” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/b/PiratesvsNinjasDodgeballxboxlivearcade/
“Gin Rummy”
Get ready to scream “Gin Rummy!” at the top of your lungs, because the card classic is coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade.
Players will need to strategically select the right cards to complete combinations of sets and runs, minimizing the risk of getting caught with a poor hand in all 6 of the challenging variations of the game. Knock out your opponent with high scores and bonus points, and video chat with players from around the world for endless hours of casual card game fun.
This version of Gin Rummy isn’t just a deck of cards…6 Popular Game Modes come packed in the game including, Classic Gin Rummy, Speed Gin Rummy, Oklahoma Gin, Hollywood Gin, Three-Hand Gin. You can event customize your own rules. And with 4 player multiplayer matches and Xbox LIVE Vision support, you’ll never go back to the normal card game again.
Developed and published by Sierra Online, “Gin Rummy” will be available for 400 Microsoft Points worldwide and is rated E Everyone over the age of 3 by the ESRB.
For more details on “Gin Rummy” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/b/ginrummy xboxlivearcade/ 
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Big 3 Console September '08 Game Release List!
After the a bit of a summer lull in game releases, we can look forward to a few gems prior to the run up to the holiday release onslaught.
Browse the full list of game releases (U.S.A.) on Xbox 360, PS3, and Nintendo Wii for the month of September 2008. As always, release dates are subject to change.
- Viva Pinata: Trouble in Paradise
- Infinite Undiscovery
- Rapala Fishing Frenzy
- Warhammer: Battle March
- FaceBreaker
- Battle Fantasia
- Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
- NFL Head Coach 2009
- NHL 2K9
- NHL 2009
- Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway
- Warriors Orochi 2
- Cabela's Dangerous Hunts 2009
- LEGO Batman
- TNA Impact!
- Zoids Assault
- Rock Band 2
- Pure
- Armored Core: For Answer
- Baja: Edge of Control
- Legendary
- Silent Hill Homecoming
- Guilty Gear 2: Overture
- Rapala Fishing Frenzy
- Vampire Rain: Altered Species
- NFL Head Coach 2009
- FaceBreaker
- Armored Core: For Answer
- Baja: Edge of Control
- NHL 2K9
- TNA Impact!
- NHL 2009
- Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
- Pure
- Brothers in Arms: Hell's HighWay
- Buzz Quiz TV with 4 Wireless Buzzers
- Cabela's Dangerous Hunts 2009
- LEGO Batman
- Silent Hill Homecoming
- Legendary
- Rapala Fishing Frenzy
- NHL 2K9
- Cabela's Legendary Adventures
- The Price is Right
- Active Life Outdoor Challenge
- Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility
- Sim City Creator
- Wario Land: Shake It
- de Blob
- Rebel Raiders
- Lost in Blue: Shipwrecked
- Circus Games
- Samba De Amigo
- Cabela's Dangerous Hunts 2009
- LEGO Batman
- Pitfall: The Big Adventure
- Twin Strike: Operation Thunder
- Brothers in Arms: Double Time
- Margot's Word Brain
- Hell's Kitchen
- Dance Dance Revolution: Hottest Party 2
- Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
- Igor
- Kidz Sports: Crazy Golf
- Battle Rage
- Army Men: Soldiers of Misfortune
- North American Hunting Extravaganza
- We Cheer
- SimCity Creator
- Active Life Outdoor Challenge
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Nintendo DS Metallic Silver Announced
The Metallic Siver Nintendo DS is set to launch on September 7, 2008. No real news outside of the color to report...
Full Details:
NINTENDO DS FANS HAVE A HOT NEW COLOR FOR THE FALL: METALLIC SILVER
Sept. 2, 2008
In some venues, silver is the color of second place. For Nintendo DS™, silver is No. 1. Starting Sept. 7, Metallic Silver joins the Nintendo DS color palette. The new Metallic Silver version makes a nice addition to any tech collection, whether you're a gadget hipster or fashionista. Watch for the Metallic Silver DS to be featured in the new upcoming Nintendo DS print ad featuring actress Liv Tyler.
Millions of people around the world, from core gamers to new players, have discovered Nintendo DS. Some like to play traditional games like New Super Mario Bros.™, Mario Kart® DS or The Legend of Zelda®: Phantom Hourglass. Others use it to train their brains with Brain Age®: Train Your Brain in Minutes a Day or solve puzzles with Crosswords DS. With a library of more than 600 games in every conceivable genre, there's a game or experience for everyone.
For more information about Nintendo DS, please visit www.Nintendo.com. 
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Welcome to New Releases for the Week!
The highlights this week include Mercenaries 2: World in Flames (PS3, Xbox 360, PS2, PC), Infinite Undiscovery (Xbox 360), Vampire Rain: Altered Species (PS3), and FaceBreaker (Xbox 360, PS3).
Check out the full list of new video game releases (USA) for the week of August 31, 2008 on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii, Sony PS2, PSP, Nintendo DS, and PC! As always, release dates are subject to change.
| Viva Pinata: Trouble in Paradise |
| Warhammer: Battle March |
| Rapala Fishing Frenzy |
| Infinite Undiscovery |
| FaceBreaker |
| NFL Head Coach 2009 |
| Mercenaries 2: World in Flames |
| Rapala Fishing Frenzy |
| Vampire Rain: Altered Species |
| NFL Head Coach 2009 |
| FaceBreaker |
| Rapala Fishing Frenzy |
| Defendin De Penguin |
| Mercenaries 2: World in Flames |
| Picto Image |
| Defendin De Penguin |
| Prison Tycoon 4: SuperMax |
| Mercenaries 2: World in Flames |
| GTR Evolution |
| Flatout: Head On |
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Yahtzee takes on Braid, the long-awaited indie darling finally available on Xbox Live.
See a new Zero Punctuation review each Wednesday only at The Escapist.
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Welcome to New Releases for the Week! The highlights this week include Tales of Vesperia (Xbox 360), Mario Super Sluggers (Nintendo Wii), Disgaea 3 Absense of Justice (PS3), and N+ (Nintendo DS, Sony PSP). Check out the full list of new video game releases Read More...
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PSN Store Update for August 22, 2008!
The big download this week is Ratchet & Clank: Quest for Booty for $14.99.
In addition, if you are addicted to:
then the $0.99 EA Sports Fantasy Football Live tracker is probably worth a go...
As far as game demos go, give we recommend the Star Wars Force Unleashed.
Here are the full PSN Store update details:
Downloadable Games
Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty ($14.99)
The search is on for the most valuable treasure in the galaxy: Clank! The swashbuckling action in Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty begins one year following the intense ending in Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 2.33 GB
EA SPORTS Live Score Tracker ($0.99)
Brought to you by EA SPORTS, use your PS3 to get live fantasy football score updates. Available exclusively with teams from FANTASY.EASPORTS.COM, the Live Score Tracker is designed for fantasy players to stay updated with fantasy football scores.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 71.8 MB
Add-on Game Content
Hot Shots Golf Out Of Bounds: Kratos Character ($1.99)
Tee off as Kratos from God of War and dominate the links. We know Kratos swings the Blades of Chaos with unbridled fury, but the Ghost of Sparta also swings a mean 3 wood. When he’s not toppling the gods from Mount Olympus, even Kratos needs a way to blow off steam. Download the character add-on and you won’t just break par - you’ll destroy it!
HAZE Domination Pack (free)
Discover 4 exclusive multiplayer maps and a totally new team game mode: the Capture and hold mode.
File size: 312 MB
Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock Dragonforce Track Pack ($6.25)
“Heroes of Our Time,” “Revolution Deathsquad,” and “Operation Ground and Pound” as performed by Dragonforce. For all song credits please visit www.redoctane.com
File size: 140 MB
Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.
- “Through Being Cool” - Devo ($1.99)
- “Girl U Want” - Devo ($1.99)
- “Rio” - Duran Duran ($1.99)
- “Girls on Film” - Duran Duran
- “Get Your Rock On” 1 The Janitors ($0.99)
File sizes: 16.1 MB - 44.3 MB
Game Demos (free)
The Last Guy Demo
You are the chosen one, a zombie hero from the Himalayan mountains, and it is up to you to rescue the last survivors on Earth by leading them to safety through zombie-infested streets. Make your way through detailed real-world cities, shown from a classic arcade style overhead view, and lead them to the Escape Zone before time runs out in this frantic, addictive game.
Download the demo today!
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 210 MB
STAR WARS The Force Unleashed Demo
Unleash the full potential of the Force as you embark on an epic journey that takes you from being Darth Vader’s secret apprentice to becoming the galaxy’s first Rebel Agent.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 1.32 GB
NFL Head Coach 09 Demo
Brought to you by EA SPORTS, NFL Head Coach 09 demo gives gamers the opportunity to make all the decisions that a real NFL head coach makes. Gamers can sign free agents, chose gameplans, create plays, scout players and make all the critical calls to build a champion.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 1.26 GB
Leipzig Game Videos (free)
SCEE Leipzig Software Compilation
File size: 68 MB (HD)
Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty Launch Trailer
File size: 68 MB (HD), 111 MB (1080)
inFamous Leipzig Trailer
File size: 65 MB (HD)
Warhawk Fallen Star Video
File size: 66 MB (HD)
Game Videos (free)
The Last Guy Cities Trailer
You are the chosen one, and it is up to you to rescue the last survivors on earth by leading them to safety through zombie-infested streets. Make your way through detailed real-world cities, shown from a classic arcade style overhead view, and lead them to the Escape Zone before time runs out in this frantic, addictive game. See some of the cities featured in the game in this latest trailer.
File size: 104 MB (HD)
PAIN Clown Toss Mode Trailer
Spank the Monkey? Pshhht…that’s SOO “Downtown”! It’s all about the Clown Toss this time, one of six exciting Modes in the PAIN Amusement Park Add-on environment. No monkeys and no mimes here. Remember those panes of glass? Child’s play! They’re now exploding barrels. Oh, and to REALLY show your skills, throw in a Pimp Slap or two to improve on your best times.
File size: 59 MB (HD)
PAIN Hot n’ Cold Mode Trailer
Hot n’ Cold is one of six hot Modes included in the PAIN Amusement Park Add-on environment. Get your Ooch skills in order if you’re gonna tackle this - you’re gonna need ‘em. Use your momentum from the exploding teddy bears scattered around the park to maneuver your character around in a hunt for the hidden secret bear. You have five launches and all the Ooch you can keep going. Are you up to the challenge?
File size: 41 MB (HD)
Vampire Rain Altered Species Trailer 5
It’s another dreary rain-soaked night in the city. A young women walks towards her destination, seemingly unfazed by the dirt-infused water that stains her clothes. Suddenly, a heavier footstep echoes through the mire. Is she being followed? She silently prays so, slowly baring her fangs. The stalker is now the stalked.
File size: 112 MB (HD)
Vampire Rain Gameplay Trailer #2
Evil has taken over the night. Take it back. Save the human race from the Nightwalkers in Vampire Rain: Altered Species. Experience a variety of characters and weapons, intense heart pounding battles, and online multi-player mode. When the rain falls, blood will spill.
File size: 64 MB (HD)
BiA Hell’s Highway Making of #1: Operation
Check out the story behind the largest airborne invasion in history, Operation Market Garden, and why the soldiers named it Hell’s Highway.
File size: 66 MB (SD), 242 MB (HD), 343 MB (1080)
Brothers in Arms Hell’s Highway Making of #2: Roll Call
Check out the story behind the largest airborne invasion in history, Operation Market Garden, and why the soldiers named it Hell’s Highway.
File size: 68 MB (SD), 246 MB (HD), 349 MB (1080)
Madden NFL 09 Backtrack Video
Miss a play and want to know what went wrong? Check out the All-New EA Sports BackTrack. This tool allows you to see where your play went wrong and shows you a percentage rate of success it would have in the NFL. BackTrack gives you feedback on what went wrong and what to look for in future attempts.
File size: 77 MB (HD)
Madden NFL 09 Rewind Video
Did that play not go as you had hoped? Check out Madden NFL 09’s new EA Sports Rewind feature. Rewind allows you to redo a play that didn’t go as planned. You are able to select 0, 1, 3, 5 or unlimited rewinds at the start of the game. You can use this tool to improve your Madden skills by completing a play over and over again or spot an opponent Rewinds to create a more challenge experience.
File size: 69 MB (HD)
Madden NFL 09 Virtual Trainer Video
Want to improve your Madden skills? In Madden NFL 09’s Virtual Training Center, John Madden hosts you as you test your skills to determine your Madden IQ. Your score grows with you as you improve throughout your Madden career.
File size: 69 MB (HD)
PS3 Themes (free)
Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty Theme
Customize your PS3 system with a cool Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty theme. This theme allows you to change up the look of your background and XMB icons. Download today!
File size: 5.84 MB
inFamous Theme
Customize your PS3 system with a cool inFamous Theme. This theme allows you to change up the look of your background and XMB icons. Download today!
File size: 3.65 MB
PS3 Wallpaper (free)
Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty Wallpaper
Customize the background of your PS3 system with this new Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty wallpaper.
File size: 286 KB - 1.34 MB
Motorstorm Pacific Rift Leipzig Wallpaper
Customize the background of your PS3 system with this new Motorstorm Pacific Rift Leipzig wallpaper.
File size: 789 KB - 956 KB
TNA iMPACT! Wrestling Wallpaper (x3)
Customize the background of your PS3 system with this new TNA iMPACT! Wrestling wallpaper.
File size: 166 KB - 422 KB
PLAYSTATION Store for PC
Here is this week’s content release for the PLAYSTATION Store for PC. To download these games to your PSP, navigate to http://store.playstation.com. There, you’ll find descriptions of the content and directions on how to get started. For more on the PLAYSTATION Store for PC, please click here.
Downloadable Games
* Jeanne D’Arc ($22.99) (also downloadable via PS3)
Game Videos (free)
* Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty Launch Trailer
* Jeanne D’Arc trailer
* Yggdra Union official trailer
PSP Wallpaper (free)
* Hot Shots Golf Open Tee 2 Wallpaper (x2)
* Yggdra Union Wallpaper (x3) 
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It's hard to hate fighting games. For Yahtzee, it's also hard to like them.
See a new Zero Punctuation review each Wednesday only at The Escapist.
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Galaga Legions is Available Now on Xbox LIVE Arcade!
Galaga fans have something new to look forward to with the release of Galaga Legions on Xbox LIVE Arcade.
This remake was developed by Namco Bandai games in a similar veign as their acclaimed Pac Man remake: 'Pac Man Championship Edition'.
Galaga Legions comes in at 800 Microsoft Points for the full meal deal...
Full Details:
Transport to Space and Ward off Enemies in Galaga Legions coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday!
“Galaga Legions” will be shooting onto Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 9 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT).
“Galaga Legions” is not just another boring remake! The same award-winning team that brought you “Pac Man Championship Edition” has created a revitalized game that features table-turning game dynamics, super – slick visuals, and mind-blowingly vast waves of enemies. “Galaga Legions” is the ultimate version of the arcade shooter classic!
Developed and published by Namco Bandai Games., “Galaga Legions” will be available for 800 Microsoft Points worldwide and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.
For more details on “Galaga Legions” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/g/galagalegionsxboxlivearcade/default.htm 
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This week, once again we see a single WiiWare release and two Virtual Console releases on the Wii Shop Channel.
In Summary:
- WiiWare
- Midnight Pool (Gameloft, 1-2 players, 800 Wii Points)
- Virtual Console
- Mega Man (NES, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)
- NEO TURF MASTERS (NEOGEO, 1-2 players, 900 Wii Points)
The original NES Mega Man is a gaming classic IMO, and well worth a look at for 500 Wii points...
Full Details:
WiiWare
Midnight Pool (Gameloft, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone-Mild Suggestive Themes, Simulated Gambling, 800 Wii Points): Take a trip across America to make your dreams come true in a pool tournament worth millions. Visit the most colorful bars and meet seven of the coolest players on the circuit, from country music star Travis to Alison the biologist and John the sheriff. Learn the tricks of the trade through tutorials along the way, while advanced players can take on challenges to show off their trick-shot abilities. Keep things interesting with three sets of rules.
Virtual Console
Mega Man (NES, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone-Mild Cartoon Violence, 500 Wii Points): Join the blue bomber in his first-ever adventure as he battles the evil Dr. Wily and his robotic henchmen to restore peace to a troubled world. Mega Man is a super-robot created by the genius scientist Dr. Light. When Dr. Wily goes rogue with an army of six of his own devious robot masters, it's up to Mega Man to put a stop to his nefarious plot by traversing a series of stages rife with enemies, traps and perilous platform challenges. At the end of each stage, conquer one of the robot masters and claim his weapon as your own, using it to your advantage in subsequent fights.
NEO TURF MASTERS (NEOGEO, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone, 900 Wii Points): This is a golf game that was first released in 1996. The player picks one of six available golfers and competes on a number of golf courses around the world, including Japan (Fujiyama Oriental Golf Club), America (Grand Canyon Golf Course), Australia (Blue Lagoon Golf Course) and Germany (Baden Golf Course). The game features two modes of play. The first is Stroke Play, in which the player attempts to get the best score by playing all 18 holes. The second is Match Play, in which two players compete to see who can win more of the 18 holes. Grab a friend and get ready to hit the fairway. 
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Welcome to New Releases for the Week! The highlights this week include Too Human for Xbox 360 and Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty on PS3. Check out the full list of new video game releases (USA) for the week of August 17, 2008 on Xbox 360, Read More...
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Gamefly Top Queued! For the week of August 15, 2008, Too Human takes the top spot on the cross-platform Gamefly Top Ten 'Most Queued' list. Following close behind is SoulCalibur IV (PS3/Xbox 360). Mario Super Sluggers is at the top of the Nintendo Wii Read More...
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Why Do We Put Up With This?
It has been a few years since EA and Microsoft kissed and made up, thus bringing EA games onto Microsoft's Xbox LIVE service. Microsoft agreed to open up the service and provide EA w/ customer data, yada... yada... yada......
Along the way, the service has been less than optimal.
We aren't quite sure if it is EA's servers or perhaps the cross communication between Xbox LIVE, but you can bank on a disconnected Madden NFL 09 online game after 9:00 p.m. EST. As those pesky west coast gamers head home from work/school, the load is just too much, and the online disconnections frustratingly mount...
I guess you can't focus on EA alone, as this is an all to common occurance with just about every major game release with online play.... but this is getting freakin' old...
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Start earning your bounty early with Fable II Pub Games!
This collection of high stakes casino style mini-games is available for free with Fable II pre-orders, or for 800 Microsoft Points.
Full Details:
“Fable II” Pub Games get release date and Limited Collector’s Edition contents are revealed
 Today, Microsoft Game Studios and Lionhead Studios announced that the highly anticipated action role-playing game “Fable® II” will ship to U.S. retailers on Oct. 21, 2008 and European retailers on Oct. 24, with subsequent release dates throughout the rest of the world in the coming months. Combining thrilling action, heart-wrenching emotional experiences and a genre-bending Xbox LIVE multiplayer mode, “Fable II” is the must-have blockbuster for 2008.
Developed by Peter Molyneux and Lionhead Studios, the creators of the critically-acclaimed “Fable” and “Black & White,” “Fable II” offers an infinite amount of choice in an open world environment, allowing gamers to become the most heralded of all heroes or reviled of all villains. Ringing in new heights of innovation for the genre and expanding upon the rich experience of the first title, “Fable II” immerses players in the expansive world of Albion.
“Fable II” pioneers a new combat system designed to allow players to truly master hand weapons, ranged combat weapons and magic, each using a different single button on the Xbox 360 controller, making the game approachable and accessible to both casual and hardcore gamers. Players will live out personal and emotional experiences like never before, whether playing solo or co-op together with a friend or over Xbox LIVE, with their constant dog companion by their side.
Fans eager for a head start will have the opportunity to test their luck in the Xbox LIVE Arcade title developed exclusively for “Fable II,” available on Aug. 13; those who pre-order a copy of “Fable II” at participating retailers will be given free access to download the “Fable II” Pub Games, or they can be downloaded without pre-order via Xbox LIVE for 800 Microsoft points. The high-stakes casino-style pub games, titled “Fortune’s Tower,” “Keystone” and “Spinnerbox” will offer players the opportunity to start earning a bounty of gold and treasures to fund their adventures in “Fable II,” ahead of the title’s release on Oct. 21.
In addition to the standard retail version, “Fable II” will be offered in a Limited Collector’s Edition through participating retailers and will feature:
- Bonus DVD – Includes new ‘Making-of Feature’ with Peter Molyneux and the team at Lionhead Studios and concept art viewer
- Bonus In-Game Content (Requires LIVE account) – Includes “The Hall of the Dead” Dungeon, “The Wreckager” Legendary Cutlass Weapon and Otherworldly Bonus
- Collectible Hobbe figure with accessories – From the Qee Collection comes this one-of-a-kind Hobbe figure. Nasty, brutish, and short, he roams the countryside, preying on travelers and spiriting away the children of the unwary.
- 48-hour Xbox LIVE Gold Trial Card – With Xbox LIVE Gold, players can show off their individual hero by inviting friends into their unique version of Albion or they can visit their friends’ Albion, and earn additional gold, experience and renown to take back into their own.
- Five printed Fate Cards – These five beautiful cards foretell the Hero’s great destiny to journey across all of Albion, encountering deadly enemies and enigmatic allies. The path leads to a choice that will change the world forever.
The standard edition “Fable II” will have an estimated retail price of $59.99 and the Limited Collector’s Edition will retail for an estimated price of $79.99. “Fable II” is rated “M” for Mature.
About Lionhead Studios
Acquired by Microsoft Game Studios in 2006, the U.K.-based Lionhead Studios has developed a unique formula for creating original and innovative games such as the extremely successful “Black & White” for Windows in 2001, “Fable” for Xbox in 2004, “Fable: The Lost Chapters” for Windows in 2005, “Black & White 2” and “The Movies” in 2005.
About Microsoft Game Studios
Microsoft Game Studios is a leading worldwide publisher and developer of games for the Xbox® and Xbox 360 video game systems, the Windows® operating system and online platforms. Comprising a network of top developers, Microsoft Game Studios is committed to creating innovative and diverse games for Windows (http://www.microsoft.com/games), including such franchises as “Age of Empires®,” “Flight Simulator” and “Zoo Tycoon®”; Xbox and Xbox 360 (http://www.xbox.com), including such games as “Gears of War” and franchises such as “Halo,” “Fable®,” “Project Gotham Racing®” and “Forza Motorsport®”; and MSN® Games (http://www.games.msn.com), the official games channel for the MSN network and home to such hits as “Bejeweled” and “Hexic®.”
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Yahtzee takes the time to explain his remarks about the awesomeness of the Prince of Persia series.
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A new WiiWare release, plus 2 TurboGrafx 16 games are available now via the Wii Shop Channel.
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Break In (TurboGrafx16, 1-4 players, 700 Wii Points)
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Star Parodier (TurboGrafx16 CD-ROM, 1 player, 900 Wii Points)
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Strong Bad Episode 1: Homestar Ruiner (Telltale Games, 1 player, Rated T for Teen-Crude Humor, Mild Cartoon Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes, 1,000 Wii Points): Charming. Suave. Awesome. These are the words Strong Bad would use to describe himself. In a world gone mad, only one man can be trusted to save the day. A man with an attitude. A man called Strong Bad. As the star of the Homestar Runner Web cartoons, Strong Bad has been answering e-mails (in boxing gloves), pranking his friends, pummeling his enemies, and making people with questionable taste snort milk out of their noses for years now. And he's branched out to star in Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People, a monthly five-episode series. In Episode 1: Homestar Ruiner, Strong Bad's plans to beat the snot out of Homestar backfire, and he ends up with an unwanted houseguest cramping his style. Now he needs to get life back to normal by any means possible. But wait, there's more: Teen Girl Squad comics, achievements, funny costumes and arcade games. You can even send pictures and messages to Wii Friends using Strong Bad's computer. So how about it? Can you handle Strong Bad's style?
Virtual Console
Break In (TurboGrafx16, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone-Tobacco Reference, 700 Wii Points): Gather up to four players for an authentic game of pool right in your own home. Choose from six billiards games including 9-Ball, Rotation and Carom (a game played without pockets). Use Simulation mode to calculate the perfect shot, or select Action mode and check out what went wrong with your missed shots. With all that to choose from, Break In gives players-from beginners to experts-all the elements necessary to enjoy a great game of pool. But it doesn't stop there. Select Technique to practice your angles or even go for a trick shot. Get some help from the CPU and hone your skills. With Break In, you'll be a pro in no time.
Star Parodier (TurboGrafx16 CD-ROM, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone-Mild Cartoon Violence, 900 Wii Points): Star Parodier is the hilarious spoof of the classic Hudson shooter Star Soldier. In this parody, there are three playable ships for players to choose from: the ingratiating PAROCEASER, the hot-headed BOMBERMAN, and the ever-so-introverted PC-ENGINE. Players control one of these unique and original ships and set off to blast their way through eight stages on the planet PAROSON. The comical characters take the color and flavor of the Soldier series to the next level and are guaranteed to leave players mesmerized. In addition to the normal game mode, there are also the familiar two-minute and five-minute attack modes, making Star Parodier the complete package that is sure to have players coming back for more. 
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August 11, 2008... The annual event known to all armchair quarterbacks is here again! Maddenholiday Eve is upon us! Throw out your books and spreadsheets and grab on to a cold one and your controller boys! Tell your boss to shove it (or perhaps tell him Read More...
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Welcome to New Releases for the Week! The highlight this week is Madden NFL 09 (Xbox 360, PS3, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, Sony PSP). Make sure to take advantage of the $10 Amazon Gift Certificate deal ending Monday, August 11th. Check out the full list Read More...
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Braid is available now on Xbox LIVE Arcade!
Braid is definitely worth a download, as it is one of the best puzzle games to grace the Xbox 360.
This one was picked up by Microsoft (to publish) as they apparently spotted it's potential early on. The game will set you back a healthy 1200 Microsoft Points, but it is a premium title, IMO...
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Named Best Xbox LIVE Arcade Game and Best Overall Puzzle Game by IGN at E3 2008, “Braid,” is coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at 9 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT).
From acclaimed independent developer Jonathan Blow, “Braid” is an artful puzzle-platformer where challenging, yet accessible puzzles are solved by manipulating time. From your house in the city, journey to a series of worlds solving puzzles that will help you rescue an abducted princess. Time behaves differently in each world, and every puzzle shows you something different about the world. The time behaviors include rewinding, independent time streams, time that is tied to space, parallel realities, time dilation, and perhaps more.
Developed by Number None, Inc., and published by Microsoft, “Braid” will be available for 1200 Microsoft Points worldwide and is rated E 10+ for Everyone over the age of 10 by the ESRB.
For more details on “Braid” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/b/braidxboxlivearcade/. 
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This week, Yahtzee unravels the mystery of the Ninja. Well, at least the mystery of Ninja Gaiden 2.
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Gamefly Top Queued! For the week of August 4, 2008, Soulcalibur IV takes the top spot on the cross-platform Gamefly Top Ten 'Most Queued' list. Following close behind is Battlefield: Bad Company (PS3/Xbox 360). Mario Super Sluggers is at the top of the Read More...
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