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How investigators tracked down a Modern Warfare 2 cyber pirate
The posting last Thursday on Craigslist was alarming. Someone was selling a Modern Warfare 2 Xbox 360 bundle, with both a console and a game, for $500. The problem was that Modern Warfare 2, one of the most anticipated games of the year, doesn’t officially go on sale until Nov. 10.
Monday, Nov 2
Deal Of The Week: COD 4 Variety Map Pack
Xbox 360: 400 Microsoft Points*Part of the Deal of the Week program. Discount only applies to LIVE Gold Members. 360-Hq Game Database:: Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3512-thread-1-0.html
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 BETA Confirmed by EA
Gamestop leaked news about the upcoming beta and even provided a launch date. (November 19th, 2009). 360-Hq Games Database: Battlefield: Bad Company 2 for Xbox 360 Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3511-thread-1-0.html
Sunday, Nov 1
Left 4 Dead 2 Demo Out Now
Those who pre-order the game (at participating retailers or via Steam) will obtain early access to the demo on October 27. The demo will then be made available to Xbox LIVE Gold members and all PC gamers on November 3. Then all Xbox LIVE members will obtain access to the demo on November 10.
Saturday, Oct 31
X-Gaming can now work its devices on Xbox 360...using a PS2 adapter
First, you need to plug a PlayStation 2 adapter to your X-Arcade stick. Then you plug that adapter into an Xbox 360 to PlayStation 2 adapter and link a wired Xbox 360 gamepad to it. Finally, plug the daisy chained device into your Xbox 360 and like magic the X-Arcade stick and any other PlayStat...
Wednesday, Oct 28
Xbox 360 System Update for Wireless Adapter WPA2 support
Major Nelson reports: The team has released a system update for the Xbox 360 over Xbox LIVE. This update does not include the Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and Zune features. Those will be coming to Xbox LIVE later next month. This update adds WPA2 support for the Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapte...
Friday, Oct 23
Analyst: 'Xbox 360 consumers are not begging for Blu-ray'
Until then, Microsoft will continue to promote digital high-definition in the attempts to undermine the Blu-ray format as a standard for high-definition deliver," he says. News-Source: destructoid.com Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3498-thread-1-0.html
Thursday, Oct 22
Blu-ray Add-On Coming for Xbox 360
In the first segment of our exclusive Steve Ballmer interview series, the Microsoft CEO and I talk about Natal, the blurring of console generations, and the surprising assertion that "you'll be able to get" Blu-ray add-on drives for Xbox 360.
Monday, Oct 19
The Joy of Not Caring About Achievements
Over the course of the last year of owning an Xbox 360 my Gamerscore has been steadily climbing, although I wouldn't go so far as to say that it's impressive. My score is exactly 11,715, which I suppose is a decent number for only a year of gaming. According to the new "Achievement Progress" tab...
Friday, Oct 16
BioWare: Mass Effect 2 Only On Xbox 360 and PC
BioWare and Electronic Arts have been quick to cover up any talk of a PlayStation 3 port. Do you think this will stay exclusive to PC and Xbox 360? 360-Hq Games Database: Mass Effect 2 for Xbox 360 Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3481-thread-1-0.html
Wednesday, Oct 14
System Update Preview Signups - Zune, Facebook & Twitter
This opportunity is open to all Xbox LIVE Members in regions where Xbox LIVE is available Zune: Zune comes to Xbox LIVE with instant-on 1080p HD streaming video on your console, delivering the selection of a video megastore with the convenience of cable.
Friday, Sep 25
Opinion: TGS09: NEW Xbox Live Arcade Titles Announced and more
March, Fly, and Bombs Away – Only on Xbox LIVE Arcade! “Toy Soldiers” (Signal Studios / Microsoft) “Snoopy Flying Ace” (Smart Bomb Interactive / Microsoft) “RayStorm HD” (Taito) Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3431-thread-1-0.html
Thursday, Sep 24
TGS09: 'Project Natal' Awakens Imagination of Video-Game Industry
Among the elite publishers actively working on games for "Project Natal" are Activision Blizzard, Bethesda Softworks, CAPCOM, Disney Interactive, Electronic Arts, Konami, MTV Games, Namco Bandai, Sega, Square Enix, THQ Inc. and Ubisoft. Together, these publishers account for more...
Wednesday, Sep 23
Patch: Snes9x Gx Beta001 released for 360 Homebrew
A new beta version of Snes9x Gx for Xenon/v1 Xbox 360 consoles using the JTAG Xell Hack has been released. For more information on all the latest homebrew check our Xbox 360 homebrew database 360-HQ Direct Download: here Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3412-thread-1-0.html
Tuesday, Sep 22
The Warriors: Street Brawl now on Xbox Live Arcade
Relive the unforgettable cult classic movie and experience The Warriors: Street Brawl in a 3-D side-scrolling fight fest for your Xbox 360. The Warriors: SB is now available for download from the Xbox Live Arcade. Game Features Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Saturday, Sep 12
"Xbox 1080" handheld Xbox 360 console prototype
The project is an attempt “to design a hand held gaming device that would combine the gaming power of the Xbox 360 and the music and video power of the Microsoft Zune.” That’s an idea that Microsoft itself is apparently working on, but something like this prototype here would be mighty nice t...
Sunday, Sep 6
Microsoft Announces Dream.Build.Play 2009 Winners
Four Independent Developers Take Home Share of $75,000 Today Microsoft Corp. revealed the highly-anticipated winners of its 2009 Dream.Build.Play Challenge, which encourages independent and hobbyist game developers to create fun and innovative video games for Xbox 360 using XNA Gam...
Saturday, Sep 5
Halo 3: ODST Live-Action Short, Debuting Labor Day Weekend
The short will also be available to download on Xbox LIVE starting September 8. 360-HQ Game Database: Halo 3: ODST for Xbox 360 MySpace Game Trailers: www.myspace.com/gametrailers Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3379-thread-1-0.html
Monday, Aug 31
Xbox 360 Price Cuts For Asia
The announcement follows Microsoft's $100 price cut on the Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite console in the U.S., which will end up at $299.99. The company also lowered the price of the Xbox 360 Pro console to $249.99, a $50 reduction, while the Xbox 360 Arcade remained $199.99.
Thursday, Aug 27
MS Confirms Elite Price Drop And More
LONDON – 27 August 2009 — Xbox 360 today invites you to experience more fun, more entertainment and more ways to connect with friends and family at an even better value. From August 28th 2009 an Xbox 360 Elite console will be priced at only Ј199.99 estimated retail price (ERP). And with 120GB of...
Sunday, Aug 23
Halo 3: ODST Transport Vehicle embarks on nationwide tour
“Halo 3: ODST” will have a suggested retail price of $59.99 USD and the Collector’s Pack available at GameStop (which includes an exclusive, laser etched “Halo 3: ODST” Wireless Controller) will have a suggested retail price of $99.99 USD. “Halo 3: ODST” launches on Sept. 22. and is rated “M” f...
Wednesday, Aug 19
Fable III Set For 2010
Compassion or Cruelty? The Race for the Crown of Albion Begins in “Fable III” Exclusively on Xbox 360Microsoft and Lionhead Studios unveil a thrilling new adventure in the multimillion-selling “Fable” franchise, while introducing episodic distribution of “Fable II” only on Xbox LI...
Monday, Aug 10
Nielsen Chart Shows Even Gamecube Beats The Wii
Overall, Nielsen found that the transition to the current generation of consoles is in full effect. The data shows that Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii accounted for 50% of total share of minutes in June 2009, while last generation consoles (PS2, GameCube, Xbox) made up only 31% of total minutes. Some...
Sunday, Aug 9
Bring It V2: Online cash and prize gaming on Xbox 360, PS & Wii
Our partners over at "bringit.com" have just released the latest version of their website dubbed "Bring It V2".. If your into online gaming with a chance to win cash prizes then head over to the brand new site and check out the new features and community they have on offer.
Thursday, Aug 6
Dashboard Update: Games on Demand & MORE - Aug 11, 2009
Movie night on Xbox LIVE 4. Call of Duty 2 (Activision) 10. Mass Effect (Microsoft Game Studios) 23. Viva Pinata (Microsoft Game Studios) 3. Call of Duty 2 (Activision) 7. Mass Effect (Microsoft Game Studios) 20. Viva Pinata (Microsoft Game Studios)
Tuesday, Aug 4
XBLA: Xbox 360 Deal of the Week is R-Type Dimensions
R-Type Dimensions fans might want to look at this weeks Xbox 360 "Deal of the Week" from XBLA. This week only "R-Type Dimensions" will be available for 800 Microsoft Points. That's a saving of 400 MS Points. 360-Hq Game Database: R-Type Dimensions for Xbox 360
Monday, Aug 3
New NXE reduces size of Xbox 360 hard drive installs
Clever users with the beta of the new Xbox 360 NXE-thing have noticed something: the size of game installs on the hard drive have decreased. So, good news for those of you with smaller hard drives. (I’m still kicking about with the old school 20GB hard drive. I soldier on.)
Wednesday, Jul 29
Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Now On Live Arcade
Dash Text: (Online Interactions Not Rated by the ESRB) Fans asked, and Capcom listened! One of the most popular fighting games of all time returns! MvC 2 brings legendary characters from throughout Marvel and Capcom history to duke it out in an insane tag-team fighting experience. Featu...
Sunday, Jul 26
Madden NFL 10 Demo Now on Xbox LIVE
Xbox 360 invites members of Xbox LIVE to be the first to score a touchdown with an exclusive, playable demo of the upcoming Madden NFL 10 starting July 23 for Xbox LIVE Gold members.* Available exclusively via Xbox LIVE Marketplace one week before anywhere else, the launch will grant early...
Friday, Jul 24
Bayonetta Xbox 360 Give Away
This Friday, we’re holding a special event with PlatinumGames to show off our upcoming game, Bayonetta. The event will feature some face time with the PlatinumGames crew, a chance to play some Bayonetta in an exclusive event, and potentially win one of the hottest Xbox 360’s I’ve ever see...
Sunday, Jul 19
Silver Members: Play “1 vs 100” on Xbox LIVE again for FREE!
So rally your Silver friends – or get people to join Xbox LIVE if they haven’t already – brush up on your trivia, and get ready to play “1 vs 100” on Xbox LIVE! 360-Hq Game Database: 1 vs. 100 for Xbox 360 Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3311-thread-1-0.html
Friday, Jul 17
Next Xbox Live Update Details Announced
Avatar Marketplace Clothing Download premium items, including branded apparel from your favorite fashion labels and Xbox 360 games such as "Halo." Select READ MORE for the full list. Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3310-thread-1-0.html
Wednesday, Jul 1
Maloof Money Cup Makes Its Way To Skate 2
Compete in the World’s Greatest Skateboarding Event with Skate 2’s Latest Downloadable Content Skate 2 is developed by Black Box, an Electronic Arts Inc. studio in Burnaby, British Columbia. The game is rated “T” for Teen by the ESRB and 16+ by PEGI. 360-Hq Game Database: Skate 2
Monday, Mar 2
Opinion: PODCAST: OZBoxLive Episode #045 - Season IV Begins
OzBoxLive Radio brings listeners the latest Xbox 360 News with different members of the team. EPISODE #045 FEATURES XBLA Game of the Week with ManlySey - Bomberman Live Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-3079-thread-1-0.html
Friday, Jan 16
Xbox 720: Why should they update now?
Xbox 720 is the pre-announcement accepted name for the next Xbox. Xbox 720 is by no means the name of the next system, nor is it even suggesting that there is a new system in the works even. In my mind, Microsoft has got to be working on the Xbox 720. They are slowly losing console sales and the wii is...
Tuesday, Dec 2
Bethesda to release developer tools
Bethesda plans to release additional content for the game as well, in the form of three “content packs,” which will be downloadable add-ons for the game. These are not due until after “G.E.C.K.”, with one pack schedule for released every month for the first three months of next year.
Saturday, Oct 11
Microsoft Sues DHL Over 21,600 Xboxes
The report by gamepro.com reads as follows: Microsoft is suing shipping company DHL for allegedly losing 21,600 Xbox 360 consoles in a Texas train derailment, according to court documents. Microsoft sues DHL after train dumps 21,600 Xboxes
Friday, Oct 10
Ending Any Rumors Of Blu-Ray
This is getting to be the most commen rumor about the XBOX 360 to date and all of Microsofts officles seem to be saying the same thing and that is that XBOX 360 will never run Blu-Ray and I don't personally think the Blu-Ray format will hang on as long as DVD did.
Thursday, Sep 4
Xbox 360 price cut for the US confirmd
That device is Xbox 360®, and today Microsoft announced lower retail prices for the gaming and entertainment console in the United States, which offers the leading Xbox LIVE® service. Beginning September 5, Xbox 360 Arcade retails for the estimated price of $199.99, the Xbox 360 console...
Monday, Aug 11
OXM List Xbox 360 Dead Online Games
The most popular games online are Call of Duty 4 and Halo 3. You know that, I know that, everyone knows that. RELEASED: November 2006 RELEASED: November, 2005 3. F.E.A.R. RELEASED: November 2006 RELEASED: March 2007 Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-2802-thread-1-0.html
Thursday, Aug 7
Xbox 360 System update From Aug 6th
The 2008 Xbox 360 entertainment lineup of games, movies and TV shows is its best and broadest ever. Whether for fans of action, role-playing, racing, sports, strategy, party, or action-adventure games, Xbox 360 has the biggest blockbusters and the most exclusive content in 2008 and bey...
Wednesday, Jul 30
Soulcalibur IV Is Now Available Nationwide
Yoda kicks but on the 360: Leading video game developer and publisher, Namco Bandai Games America Inc., announced today that Soulcalibur IV, is now available at retailers throughout North America for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation 3 com...
Thursday, Apr 24
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 Xbox Live Patch/Update Info List
Ubitsoft has today released a online game update/patch for Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas 2 on Xbox 360. Jump onto Xbox Live to update your console with the latest fixes. There are a huge list of improvements and fixed features in this ...
Monday, Mar 31
Peter Safran Videos For 360
Mr. Safran said, “The Xbox is unique. It operates at a level outside of what we generally consider Web entertainment,” in his interview with The New York Times and also included the fact that at least some of the shows would be supported by advertising.
Sunday, Mar 16
Xbox 360 price cut before GTA IV?
Rumors are starting to flow in that soon after the time Grand Theft Auto IV is released on the Xbox 360, a significant console price cut announcement will also be made by Microsoft. Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-2455-thread-1-0.html
Friday, Mar 14
Battlefield: Bad Company Multiplayer Beta Announced for Xbox 360
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.– March 13, 2008– DICE, a studio of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) today announced the multiplayer beta test for Battlefield: Bad Company on the Xbox 360™ video game system from Microsoft®. IGN Founders’ Club and IGN Insider will offer keys to members and the publi...
Tuesday, Mar 11
ROCK BAND Teams Up With SXSW Music Festival
Release date: Tuesday, March 11, 2008 (Xbox LIVE® Marketplace) Thursday, March 13, 2008 (PLAYSTATION®Store) 360-Hq Game Database: Rock Band for Xbox 360 Official Site: http://sxsw.com Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-2440-thread-1-0.html
Monday, Mar 10
Europe: Xbox 360 Price Drop Confirmed Ђ199.99/Ј159.99
Everyone's Invited to Experience Xbox 360 as Microsoft Lowers Estimated Retail Price in Europe Xbox 360 exclusives for 2008 include Fable 2, Gears of War 2 and Too Human, setting new standards for next-generation gaming 360-Hq Hardware Database: Microsoft Xbox 360 Console
The Bourne Conspiracy New Screenshots for Xbox 360
For more info on the upcoming Xbox 360 Title "Robert Ludlum's: The Bourne Conspiracy" please be sure to add this game to your wishlist or check back to the site so you can all keep track of the latest news, images/screenshots and videos we have.
Rockstar Bully Patch For Xbox 360
We will be releasing a title update through Xbox Live within the next week that we are confident will rectify the problem. We apologize wholeheartedly for the inconvenience that this matter has caused some owners of the game." 360-Hq Game Database: Bully Scholarship Edition for Xbox 360
Thursday, Mar 6
Codemasters announces Damnation for Xbox 360, PC and PS3
Coming to the Xbox 360, PS3, and Games for Windows in late 2008, get ready for Damnation! Official Site: http://www.codemasters.complaydamnation 360-Hq Game Database: Damnation for Xbox 360 Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-2426-thread-1-0.html
Monday, Feb 25
Opinion: AUSTRALIA: OzBoxLive Radio #025 - GDC 2008 Special
This Week Group Discussion - GDC 2008 Xbox 360 Keynote You could win a copy of Lost Odyssey thanks to Microsoft, along with a copy of The Official Australian Xbox Magazine AND a “Making of - MASS EFFECT DVD“, AND a Halo 3 Bag worth $50 Bucks AND lots more goodies.
Wednesday, Feb 20
"Gears of War 2" Exclusively for Xbox 360 November, 2008
“Defense Grid: The Awakening” (Hidden Path Entertainment LLC). “Defense Grid: The Awakening” is the definitive tower defense game experience designed specifically for Xbox LIVE Arcade and launches this summer. 360-Hq Game Database: Gears of War 2 for Xbox 360
Monday, Jan 28
Checkmate friends with “Chessmaster Live” on LIVE Arcade this Wed, Jan 30th
Chess fans and newcomers alike will enjoy checkmating friends with “Chessmaster Live” on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, January 30 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (1:00 a.m. PST). 360-Hq Game Database: Chessmaster Live for Xbox 360 Permalink: http://www.360-hq.com/article-2309-thread-1-0.html
Rez HD Comes to Xbox Live Arcade This Weds, Jan 30th 2008
A brand new recreation of the cult-classic shooter created by Tetsuya Mizuguchi, “Rez HD” launches on Xbox LIVE Arcade and will be available from Wednesday, January 30 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (1:00 a.m. PST) for 800 MS Points. View more "Rez HD" Screenshots for Xbox 360
Saturday, Dec 15
Strange Xbox Signal Suspected of Jamming Wireless LANs
Barber says the signal seems be created by the console's embedded 2.4GHz radio, which is used to communicate with the handheld wireless controller -- the gizmo with the buttons that manipulate a game running on the console. The Xbox also takes an optional Wi-Fi adapter, in the form of an USB...
CoD4, Mario Highlight $2.63 bln November
360 Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Activision—1.57 million* PS2 Guitar Hero III, Activision—967,000* Wii Play w/ Remote, Nintendo—564,000 360 Mass Effect, Microsoft—473,000* PS3 Call of Duty 4 Modern Warfare, Activision—444,000 360 Halo 3, Microsoft—387,000*
Tuesday, Nov 13
Opinion: Call of Duty 4 shoots to the top
THQ's WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 claimed second place, having launched on six formats including next-generation consoles. However, PlayStation 2 owners accounted for 44 per cent of its sales, demonstrating that the console still has plenty of support.
Monday, Nov 12
Call of Duty 4 Could Outsell Halo 3
Thus far, the game has an average score of 9.5/10 on Metacritic.com, which is almost unprecedented and puts it on par with Halo 3. It certainly is the highest-rated game Activision has ever created. Keep in mind, CoD4 is launching on four times as many platforms (Xbox 360, PlayStation3, PC, DS...
Monday, Oct 8
Opinion: Microsoft Confirms Console Bundle with 2 Free Games
The acclaimed “Forza Motorsport 2” (Microsoft Game Studios) and “Marvel Ultimate Alliance” (Activision) will both be included for the recently reduced prices of $349.99 (U.S.) for Xbox 360 and $449.99 (U.S.) for Xbox 360 Elite. Both bundles will be available retail-wide by the end of October.
