Posts Tagged ‘xbox live arcade’

MS: Create Original Games and Share them Online

February 20th, 2008

In their GDC keynote earlier today, Microsoft announced that users will soon have the ability to play, rate and share community-created games over Xbox LIVE. Along with the announcement came the news that seven original XNA 2.0 games will be immediately available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Hit the link for the full press release.

Update: Major Nelson has just announced the availability of the XNA Creators Club Game Launcher from Xbox LIVE Marketplace. The app will allow you to download an launch games from the XNA Creators Club.

Link: Xbox 360 Becomes First Video Game Console Ever to Invite the World to Create Original Games and Share Online With Millions

XBLA Wednesday: N+

February 18th, 2008

n.gifLong anticipated N+ is finally coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wendesday for 800 points. Metanet Software has announced via their website that they have received approval from Microsoft and can now officially confirm the game’s release date.

Also available are some gamerpic packs, which Metanet is quick to point out will not be free, much to their admitted frustration.

Link: N+ on XBLA this Wednesday (the 20th)!! YES!!!!!!! [Via Kotaku]

XBLA Wednesday: Discs of Tron, Commanders: Attack of the Genos

February 13th, 2008

discsoftron.jpgcommandersattackofthegenos.jpgNow available for download are this week’s Xbox LIVE Arcade releases: Discs of Tron and Commanders: Attack of the Genos at a cost of 400 and 800 points respectively.

I’m sure some will have fond memories of Discs of Tron, but I can’t say I’ve ever played it. Commanders appears to be similar to Advance Wars, if that’s your kind of thing.

Anyone planning on purchasing either of these games?

XBLA: Poker Smash Available Now

February 6th, 2008

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Poker Smash is now available for download on Xbox LIVE Arcade for 800 points. Here’s the summary of the game from Marketplace:

[ESRB: E (EVERYONE) MILD LANGUAGE] Single Player, Xbox LIVE Multiplayer 2-4, Local Multiplayer 2, HD (High Definition). Unlock the full version of Poker Smash to experience seven unique game modes, eleven immersive environments, next-gen 3D graphics, original music, and innovative gameplay. Hone your skills, earn achievements, show off your prowess in LIVE multiplayer tournaments, compete with your friends, and see how you stack up in the Poker Smash community!

Link: Arcade: Poker Smash

Rez HD Available Now (Oh, and Chessmaster LIVE Too)

January 30th, 2008

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As of this morning, you can download Rez HD and Chessmaster LIVE from Xbox LIVE Marketplace for 800 points each.

Rez HD has been highly anticipated, and it seems that it just might live up to the hype. 1UP.com has given the game a 10/10, saying it’s “…one of the best games ever made…”

Link: Arcade: Rez HD | Arcade: Chessmaster Live

XBLA Wednesday: Rez HD and Chessmaster LIVE

January 28th, 2008

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This week’s Xbox Live Arcade releases have been revealed by Major Nelson. Come Wednesday morning, we will be graced with Rez HD and Chressmaster LIVE for 800 points each.

Link: This week on Arcade: Rez HD and Chessmaster LIVE