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Top 5 Games of 2010

Shafnitz — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 22:15:58 +0000

Here are my picks for the best Xbox 360 games of 2010.

#3: Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood

Walmart Madden Commercial

Shafnitz — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:45:08 +0000

See more funny videos at Funny or Die

DRM Tool Now Available

Shafnitz — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:58:00 +0000

This news broke last week, so I’m a little late. But it’s important news, so I’ll post it anyway.

The Content License Transfer Tool (aka DRM Tool) is now available for use. This tool will allow you to consolidate licenses to a single console. What exactly does this mean? Well, a lot of sites reporting on this don’t seem to have a full understanding of what this is and exactly how it works. Even the official FAQ doesn’t make everything entirely clear, so I’ll do my best to what this is and why we have it. Hit the jump for the best explanation I can come up with.

Every time you download a piece of content onto your Xbox 360, that license for that content is tied to two things: your Gamertag and the console you originally downloaded the content to. The console license is significant because it allows your content to be used by other Gamertags on that console AND by you when you’re not signed into Xbox LIVE.

If your console changes (i.e. You swapped your console at your retailer, you upgraded to an Elite, etc.), you will need to be signed into Xbox LIVE or your content will either not work (DLC for games) or in the case of XBLA games, will revert to Trial mode. For you and any other users of your new console, the content and XBLA games will only work if YOU are signed into Xbox LIVE. Confused yet? Good!

Anyway, here’s where the new tool comes in. The tool will allow you to move all licenses from any consoles you have made purchases on to your new console. Doing this will let you use your content and games offline and will let other users use that content, just like it should be.

Now, this tool is not for use if you have had your console repaired by Microsoft. The repair centers should be migrating your content for you before you get your 360 back. If you have your console repaired and these licenses weren’t migrated, you will probably want to contact Microsoft Support as opposed to using this tool. The reason for this is the tool is only usable once in a 12-month period. This is to prevent people from moving their content willy-nilly. Personally, I feel 12 months is a little overkill. Three to six months would be more reasonable, but I digress.

That’s pretty much the rundown of the new tool and why it even exists. Head over to Major Nelson’s blog for a walkthrough video of the new tool. If anything about the tool or the 360′s DRM doesn’t make sense, feel free to post a comment and ask a question. I’d be happy to answer any inquiries as I’ve done quite a bit of research on this topic.

Link: Content License Transfer Tool [Via Major Nelson]

Castle Crashers Playthrough Video

Shafnitz — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 18:56:29 +0000

I’ve been really excited about this game for a long time. The art style is great as are the hand drawn graphics. Four player co-op is going to be a blast. I simply cannot wait for this game.

Link: Castle Crashers GDC 2008: Cartoon Carnage Walkthrough [Via Xbox 360 Fanboy]

XBLA Wednesday: Triggerheart Exelica

Shafnitz — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:14:07 +0000

This week’s XBLA release is Triggerheart Exelica, which is apparently a remake of a classic Japanese arcade game. Never heard of it myself, but I’m sure someone out there has been waiting for this game. From the media release:

“Triggerheart Exelica” on Xbox LIVE Arcade is an upgraded version of the original Japanese arcade game and allows players to take down or trap and toss enemies by controlling humanoid weapons systems known as Triggerhearts. Players will enjoy the smallest and newest model of Triggerhearts, which feature the perfect blend of artificial intelligence and an imposing arsenal. They are the ultimate weapon against the mysterious enemy ships of the Ver’mith! “Triggerheart Exelica” also features five stages of enhanced graphics, BGM sound tracks, three difficulty levels and a “Variable Boss Attack System,” which adjusts the difficulty level to match player’s skills.

Link: Triggerheart Exelica Coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday

HD DVD Drive Production Halted

MrSpinch — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 13:12:55 +0000

Well, we all knew this was coming sooner or later… Microsoft announced on Saturday that all production of the HD DVD attachment for the 360 has been stopped. Microsoft will, however, continue to honor the warranty for the drives that have already been sold. Additionally, the company said that the failure of HD DVD and the decision to stop selling the players will have “no material impact” on its video game business. You can read the full press release here.

For those of you who do own this technological white elephant, just think of it this way… it could be worse. You could have the original Nokia N-Gage.

Link: Microsoft says it will stop making HD DVD players for Xbox 360 after Blu-ray wins format war

Ninja Gaiden II – Temple of Sacrifice

Shafnitz — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 21:19:57 +0000

Link: Ninja Gaiden II – Temple of Sacrifice [Via Joystiq]

Fable 2 – Co-op Gameplay

Shafnitz — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 21:08:44 +0000

Link: Fable 2 – Co-op Gameplay [Via Xbox 360 Fanboy]

Rainbow Six Vegas 2 – Weapons Trailer

Shafnitz — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 21:02:22 +0000

Link: Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 [Via Xbox 360 Fanboy]

Microsoft: “No Plans” for 360 Blu-ray Drive

MrSpinch — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:32:44 +0000

British gaming news site Digital Spy brings news from the Game Developers Conference. Microsoft’s John Schappert told attendees of his keynote speech that

“We have no plans to announce (a Blu-Ray drive) right now. But I’d also urge you to look at the attach rate for the HD-DVD drive. It was a 3% attach rate…you also have to take into account how did the other accessory do when you look at the future.”

We’ll see if Microsoft’s tune changes in the future, but for now movies downloaded in Xbox Live are going to be the only way to get HD film content from the 360.

Link: Digital Spy: Microsoft says ‘no’ to Xbox Blu-ray