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  Ask X3F: Gotta have Faith edition

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 6:00pm EST by Richard Mitchell

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  Welcome to the first installment of Ask X3F in the year 2009. We'd like to tell you it's extra special because its the first one of the year, but it's totally not! Nope, It's completely ordinary and mundane. All we do in answer some questions as best as we can. Nothing special about that. Still, if you insist on reading it, you should know that we discuss VGA backwards compatibility problems, Saints Row 2 issues, Faith and a .45, and an assortment of other random topics. Click forth and read like it's 2009. Because, well, it is.
  
  Got a question for Ask X3F? Maybe you have a story or some information you'd like to share? Send it all to ask [att] xbox360fanboy [dawt] com.

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  Ask X3F: Gotta have Faith edition originally appeared on Xbox 360 Fanboy on Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
  

   

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  Roy Orbison Rock Band DLC now available

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 5:15pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Xbox Live Marketplace, Rock Band 2

  
  Delayed only a few hours from its traditional early AM release, we're pleased to inform you that new Roy Orbison music for Rock Band is ready for purchase. All six DLC tracks can be found on the Xbox Live Marketplace, each costing 160 Microsoft points or bundled for 800. Look towards the fold for a listing of all of today's new Rock Band music and ponder how musically talented Orbison really is.

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  PETA gives Fable 2 its seal of approval, chicken kicking included

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 4:30pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Looks like PETA has jumped into the yearly award gifting by announcing that the video game they feel most deserving of the title "Most Animal-Friendly Game of 2008" is Fable 2. Chosen by the PETA folks because Fable 2 carries a "strong pro-vegetarian theme" that "teaches gamers the real-life benefits of a vegetarian diet" through the game's purity points. How nice!
  
  We'd agree with the PETA folks on the Fable 2 nod if it wasn't for a few not so animal friendly themes in the Albion world. You know, things like rewarding players with Gamerscore for kicking chickens, killing fluffy rabbits, eating crunchy chickadees and abusing your dog. True, if you do any of these activities, you'll build up your evil-ometer, but the fact that they're in the game PETA calls 2008's most "Animal-Friendly Game", well ... that's just odd. We guess vegetable purity points clouded their chicken kicking judgment.
  

  PETA gives Fable 2 its seal of approval, chicken kicking included originally appeared on Xbox 360 Fanboy on Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
  

   

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  Starting 2009 with a few popular Community Games

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 3:45pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Xbox Live Arcade, Community Games

  
  For those of you have yet to jump into the ever growing library of gaming fun found in the Community Games, we urge that you do. Really, there's a lot of goodness to be found and even though each game is paid content, there are trial versions for each and ever title.
  
  To get you started on your 2009 Community Games test drive, we took the liberty of compiling a list of the top seven most popular games available. All of which are, for the most part, good times (except Fireplace, it's that controversial title that got a Major plug). Go ahead, jump in!
  

  • Fireplace - "Enjoy the awesome ambiance of a crackling fireplace in your living room."
  • Air Legends - "Take to the skies in frenetic WWII dogfighting."
  • Johnny Platform's Biscuit Romp - "Play as Johnny Platform himself in this retro-styled platformer!"
  • sin(Surfing) - "Ever wished you could surf inside an oscilloscope?"
  • Weapon of Choice - "Insane action and humongous aliens tied together by a twisted story."
  • RPaints - "Do you like to mess with colors, or just doodle? RPaints allows you to do just that!"
  • Dr. Popper - "Dr. Popper is a bubble breaker game."

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  Scrabble is XBLA bound, Hasbro channel coming soon

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 3:00pm EST by Richard Mitchell

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  After it was first rumored nearly a year ago (along with Monopoly), EA has announced that Scrabble is indeed heading to Xbox Live Arcade. The company also announced the creation of a brand new Hasbro Family Game Night "channel" in Xbox Live Arcade. The channel will serve as a "digital game closet," according to EA Hasbro general manager Chip Lange, where players can quickly access various Hasbro games without leaving the channel. Players will be able to "earn virtual trophies, furniture and themes" to decorate their closets by playing Hasbro games. In addition to Scrabble, other titles planned for the service include Sorry!, Sorry! Sliders, Battleship, Connect Four, Boggle and Yahtzee.
  
  The Hasbro Family Game Night channel is set to debut this spring, though no specific dates have been given for any of the individual game releases. Oh, one more thing: No Monopoly mentioned, folks. Sorry.
  
  [Via Joystiq]

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  MS predicts a Playstation 3 price cut 'soon'

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 2:15pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  With a 28 million Xbox 360 base and keeping a sales lead over the Playstation 3, Microsoft knows that the worldwide console price cuts they enacted in 2008 have been a key component to their strategy. Something that Sony has yet to do with PS3, which Microsoft exec Aaron Greenberg finds surprising.
  
  "We absolutely expect the PS3 price drop to happen in the next couple of months," Greenberg told Edge. "We're frankly surprised it's taken this long... I would expect they'd have to move on price, sooner than later, for sure." Color us surprised as well.
  
  Continuing into 2009, Microsoft is well aware that Sony will become more aggressive in their PS3 pricing which, truth be told, is still an expensive piece of hardware for the casual market. Greenberg is right though, it's truly odd to see Sony staying firm on their pricing structure, especially with how things are playing out in the industry.
  
  [Via Eurogamer]

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  Free skintight Lara Croft wetsuits now on the XBLM

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 1:30pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Xbox Live Marketplace, Tomb Raider: Underworld

  
  There's new Tomb Raider: Underworld downloadable content on the Xbox Live Marketplace today, free content that'll add two new costumes to Lara's wardrobe. But these aren't just any boring old costumes, these two free outfits are skin tight, spandex-like and curve enhancing wetsuits. Mmmhmm. We aren't exactly sure what they look look (probably something like the pic above), but the DLC is free so there isn't much of a decision to be made. Download away!

  Free skintight Lara Croft wetsuits now on the XBLM originally appeared on Xbox 360 Fanboy on Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
  

   

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  Columbia movies back on Netflix instant view

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 12:45pm EST by Richard Mitchell

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  Keen-eyed observers (or at least one keen-eyed observer, anyway) over at 360Sync have noticed that movies from Sony's Columbia Pictures are once again available for Netflix streaming on Xbox 360. After the titles were first yanked from the service in November, we later reported that most of the Columbia movies had returned, but it seems that now all of them are available once again. Just to be sure, we decided to see if our beloved Paprika had returned. Lo and behold, it has! Now go and add some movies to your queue! Do it because it's more fun than working.

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  Video: The good guys of The Lord of the Rings: Conquest

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 11:45am EST by Richard Mitchell

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  After revealing the evil minions of Sauron last month, EA has released a new trailer for Lord of the Rings: Conquest that showcases the good people of Middle Earth. Gandalf: check. Aragorn: check. Gimli and Legolas: they're there. And let's not forget the throngs of nameles archers, warriors and scouts that comprise the various classes players will spend most of their time with. The most important thing we learned from the video: We want, nay, need to play as an Ent. What's that? You say there's a demo available right now? Well then, we're off. Enjoy the video.

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  Resident Evil 5 and Star Ocean 4 bundles headed to Japan

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 11:00am EST by Richard Mitchell

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  Filed under: News, Resident Evil 5

  
  Microsoft has announced that two new Xbox 360 bundles are headed to Japan. The first is a Star Ocean 4 bundle which will be available February 19 and will include an Xbox 360 Arcade unit with 256MB of internal memory, a faceplate and a soundtrack CD for ¥24,800 ($263). The second is a Resident Evil 5 bundle which will include a 60GB Xbox 360 Pro console, the Resident Evil 5 Deluxe Edition and a headset. The Deluxe Edition -- which appears to be different from the Limited Edition announced last month -- comes in a collector's tin case and includes a soundtrack CD. The Resident Evil 5 bundle is set to arrive in Japan on March 5 and will sell for ¥34,800 ($370).
  
  Source - techPowerUp! Forums -- Xbox 360 gets Star Ocean 4 and Resident Evil 5 bundles
  Source - gamesindustry.biz -- Japan to receive Resident Evil 5 Xbox bundle

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  Come February, Gamestop will shun Xbox trades

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 10:15am EST by Dustin Burg

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  If you've been thinking about unloading your old Xbox games or even your big black box at Gamestop in hopes of getting some coinage, you best be getting to it soon. We just learned that effective February 9th, Gamestop will no longer be accepting original Xbox hardware, accessories or games for trade-in cash. Then again, is the $1.45 they pay for each Xbox game really worth it?

  Come February, Gamestop will shun Xbox trades originally appeared on Xbox 360 Fanboy on Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
  

   

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  Gears 2 patch detailed, adds new achievements, set for Jan. release

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 9:30am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Gears of War 2

  
  There's no denying it, Gears of War 2's online multiplayer is less then perfect. Ever since Gears 2's launch, the community has been demanding a patch to fix the various (and numerous) game bugs. Finally, Epic Games is speaking out about the patch, what it'll fix and has even informed us that they expect the patch to release sometime this month.
  
  Over on the official Epic forums, Epic's Mark Rein detailed exactly what the Gears 2 patch will fix and the enhancements that'll be made once the patch is released. You can view a comprehensive listing of all the fixes that'll be included in the patch after the break. And from what we can tell, the patch should resolve most (if not all) the Gears 2 exploits we've heard about including that dreadful melee through the wall exploit. Oh, we should also mention that the patch will bring some new Gears 2 achievements based on the DLC. How 'bout them apples?

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  Gears 2 patch detailed, adds new achievements, set for Jan. release

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 9:30am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Gears of War 2

  
  There's no denying it, Gears of War 2's online multiplayer is less then perfect. Ever since Gears 2's launch, the community has been demanding a patch to fix the various (and numerous) game bugs. Finally, Epic Games is speaking out about the patch, what it'll fix and has even informed us that they expect the patch to release sometime this month.
  
  Over on the official Epic forums, Epic's Mark Rein detailed exactly what the Gears 2 patch will fix and the enhancements that'll be made once the patch is released. You can view a comprehensive listing of all the fixes that'll be included in the patch after the break. And from what we can tell, the patch should resolve most (if not all) the Gears 2 exploits we've heard about including that dreadful melee through the wall exploit. Oh, we should also mention that the patch will bring some new Gears 2 achievements based on the DLC. How 'bout them apples?

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  Gears 2 patch detailed, adds new achievements, set for Jan. release

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 9:30am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Gears of War 2

  
  There's no denying it, Gears of War 2's online multiplayer is less then perfect. Ever since Gears 2's launch, the community has been demanding a patch to fix the various (and numerous) game bugs. Finally, Epic Games is speaking out about the patch, what it'll fix and has even informed us that they expect the patch to release sometime this month.
  
  Over on the official Epic forums, Epic's Mark Rein detailed exactly what the Gears 2 patch will fix and the enhancements that'll be made once the patch is released. You can view a comprehensive listing of all the fixes that'll be included in the patch after the break. And from what we can tell, the patch should resolve most (if not all) the Gears 2 exploits we've heard about including that dreadful melee through the wall exploit. Oh, we should also mention that the patch will bring some new Gears 2 achievements based on the DLC. How 'bout them apples?

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  Gears 2 patch detailed, adds new achievements, set for Jan. release

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 9:30am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Gears of War 2

  
  There's no denying it, Gears of War 2's online multiplayer is less then perfect. Ever since Gears 2's launch, the community has been demanding a patch to fix the various (and numerous) game bugs. Finally, Epic Games is speaking out about the patch, what it'll fix and has even informed us that they expect the patch to release sometime this month.
  
  Over on the official Epic forums, Epic's Mark Rein detailed exactly what the Gears 2 patch will fix and the enhancements that'll be made once the patch is released. You can view a comprehensive listing of all the fixes that'll be included in the patch after the break. And from what we can tell, the patch should resolve most (if not all) the Gears 2 exploits we've heard about including that dreadful melee through the wall exploit. Oh, we should also mention that the patch will bring some new Gears 2 achievements based on the DLC. How 'bout them apples?

  Continue reading Gears 2 patch detailed, adds new achievements, set for Jan. release

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  Xbox 360 install base surges to 28 million

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 8:30am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Late last night, Microsoft sent word that they've reached an Xbox 360 install base milestone, announcing that by 2008's end they have been able to sell 28 million consoles worldwide. That's an increase of around 10 million consoles since last January, don'tcha know.
  
  On top of the 28 million install base news, Microsoft proudly informed us that 2008 saw an 84% increase in year-over-year online consumer spending, that the Xbox Live community has ballooned to 17 million members and that over $1 billion has been spent on Xbox Live since its launch in 2005. High fives all around!

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  Xbox 360 install base surges to 28 million

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 8:30am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Late last night, Microsoft sent word that they've reached an Xbox 360 install base milestone, announcing that by 2008's end they have been able to sell 28 million consoles worldwide. That's an increase of around 10 million consoles since last January, don'tcha know.
  
  On top of the 28 million install base news, Microsoft proudly informed us that 2008 saw an 84% increase in year-over-year online consumer spending, that the Xbox Live community has ballooned to 17 million members and that over $1 billion has been spent on Xbox Live since its launch in 2005. High fives all around!

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  Xbox 360 install base surges to 28 million

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 8:30am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Late last night, Microsoft sent word that they've reached an Xbox 360 install base milestone, announcing that by 2008's end they have been able to sell 28 million consoles worldwide. That's an increase of around 10 million consoles since last January, don'tcha know.
  
  On top of the 28 million install base news, Microsoft proudly informed us that 2008 saw an 84% increase in year-over-year online consumer spending, that the Xbox Live community has ballooned to 17 million members and that over $1 billion has been spent on Xbox Live since its launch in 2005. High fives all around!

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  Xbox 360 install base surges to 28 million

  Posted: January 6th, 2009, 8:30am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Late last night, Microsoft sent word that they've reached an Xbox 360 install base milestone, announcing that by 2008's end they have been able to sell 28 million consoles worldwide. That's an increase of around 10 million consoles since last January, don'tcha know.
  
  On top of the 28 million install base news, Microsoft proudly informed us that 2008 saw an 84% increase in year-over-year online consumer spending, that the Xbox Live community has ballooned to 17 million members and that over $1 billion has been spent on Xbox Live since its launch in 2005. High fives all around!

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  Look out Japan! Red Xbox 360 controllers coming soon

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 6:45pm EST by Richard Mitchell

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  Japanese gamers can finally stop holding their collective breath, as Microsoft has finally announced a release date for the limited edition wireless red controller in the Land of the Rising Sun. More specifically, the company has announced that the red controller will only be sold as part of a bundle with the Play & Charge kit. How is this different from the same bundle that has been available in North America since last year? We suppose the biggest difference is that you can only buy one with yen, ¥6,279, specifically. The bundle will be available in Japan beginning on March 5.

  Look out Japan! Red Xbox 360 controllers coming soon originally appeared on Xbox 360 Fanboy on Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
  

   

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  Xbox 360 Fancast 098 -- New Year's Fanmail

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 6:00pm EST by Richard Mitchell

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  Happy New Year, fanboys, and happy first Xbox 360 Fancast of the year 2009. We thought we'd start off the new year by catching up on some fanmail, so that's exactly what we did. Yup, this show is nothing but fanmail. Gasp, as we discover that Canada does in fact have 1-2 flush toilets. Thrill, as we discuss hackneyed gaming conventions. Become confused as we discuss the mysterious pleasure of creating spreadsheets. It's all in this week's episode. Download ... and discover.
  
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  Hosts: Richard Mitchell (SenseiRAM), Dustin Burg (SuperDunners), Alexander Sliwinski (Sli Xander)
  
  Produced by Richard Mitchell
  
  Music: Intro/Outro: "Electromooq" by Uma Floresta, "She Won't Look at Me" by The Simple Carnival.
  
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  Molyneux: Gaming in 2009 'looking a bit dry'

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 4:45pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Fable 2

  Being brutally honest, Lionhead Studios' own Peter Molyneux gave BBC his industry predictions for 2009 and, truthfully, isn't really all that excited.
  
  "Next year [2009], well, it's all looking a bit dry," admitted Peter Molyneux, adding that "all the triple A titles came out this Christmas." Continuing his lack of 2009 optimism rant, Molyneux mentioned that "there is stuff in 2010 we can look forward to, off the top of my head I cannot think of anything next year that really excites me." Well sir, with the utmost respect, we do not agree.
  
  [Via Joystiq]

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  Crazy expensive 360 mod gives gamers mouse and keyboard use

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 4:00pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Hacks / mods

  
  If you've inherited a small fortune and have an obsessive urge to use a mouse and keyboard on your Xbox 360, then the hardware modding folks over at XIM360 have a solution. Behold, the $179 (that is not a typo) XIM 2, pre-built, plug and play mod that gives 360 gamers complete freedom to use a mouse and keyboard. We can think of numerous better ways of spending $179, but if you must, slap a pre-order down over at XIM360's online store ... richy rich.
  
  [Via Engadget]

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  Microsoft wants Radiant Silvergun XBLA remake

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 3:15pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Chatting with Gamasutra, Treasure CEO Masato Maegawa revealed that Microsoft has been trying to win over their hearts, gifting them chocolates and giving massages all in an effort to bring the Saturn's Radiant Silvergun to the Xbox Live Arcade. Kidding about the chocolates and massages.
  
  Though, Maegawa makes it clear that even though Microsoft wants a remake that he and Treasure have yet to decide if they want to bring Radiant Silvergun love to the XBLA. Why wouldn't they? Well, Maegawa says that it'd take a lot of dev time to make it work on the 360 and he admits that "it's certainly aged in assorted ways, and I'm not sure they're all good." We were under the impression that aged Radiant Silvergun is like a fine wine. It only gets better years down the road.
  
  [Via Joystiq]

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  Shipping this week: Nothing edition

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 2:30pm EST by Richard Mitchell

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  It's another one of those weeks. You know the kind, the kind where nothing new releases on the Xbox 360. These weeks serve a double purpose. On one hand, they remind us of the sad emptiness that is life. That keeps us grounded. On the other hand, the help us remember release filled weeks gone by and also help us to look forward to happier, brighter weeks on the horizon. This week, grab your old games, hug them close and know that there will come a day when new games will flow once again.

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  Fallout 3 Collector's Edition for $50 at Amazon today

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 1:45pm EST by Richard Mitchell

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  If you've yet to explore the not quite barren wastelands of Fallout 3, today might just be the day to get started. Amazon is currently offering the collector's edition of Fallout 3 for $49.98, just over $30 less than the retail price of $79.99. Lest you've forgotten, the collector's edition comes with a Vault Boy bobblehead, a 100 page art book, a making-of DVD and a sweet metal lunchbox (It also includes the game, which is important). If that sounds just a bit too paltry for your expensive taste, Amazon is also offering its exclusive Survival Edition for $109.98, a $20.01 savings over the regular price. The Survival Edition includes all the extras of the collector's edition, with the addition of a replica Pip-Boy digital clock.
  
  Like we said, if you've been waiting to get Fallout 3, nabbing the collector's edition for less than the standard edition is a pretty sweet deal.
  
  [Thanks, Alex]
  
  Source - Amazon.com -- Fallout 3 Collector's Edition
  Source - Amazon.com -- Fallout 3 Survival Edition

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  Interpol and its trail of clues release to the XBLA this Wednesday

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 1:00pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  This Wednesday, January 7th, TikGames' investigative puzzler Interpol: The Trail of Dr. Chaos will be making its way to the Xbox Live Arcade. Please, hold your thunderous applause and ear deafening whistles of excitement.
  
  The 800 Microsoft point Interpol is a puzzler-style game at its core, coming complete with detective work, seek and uncover missions, clue searching and plenty of mini games. It does boast four player co-op, but we aren't sure if you'll be able to find three other folks to play with. Only kidding (no we aren't).
  
  

  Gallery: Interpol: The Trail of Dr. Chaos (XBLA)

  

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  Forza 3 artwork all but confirms game's existence

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 12:30pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Kaarbo Designs, a company sub-contract by Microsoft Game Studios to create menu assets for all previous Forza Motorsport titles, has gotten a bit ahead of themselves in terms of revealing the project they just finished. That project being Forza Motorsport 3.
  
  Yes sir, listed under their website's clients section are a few Forza 3 posters (now removed, but preserved by Forzacentral) that sorta prove that the yet to be officially announced racing title is real and in development by Turn 10. You can even sneak a peek at the threequel's logo on the upper left of each poster.
  
  Interestingly enough, Kaarbo mentions that the asset posters (galleried below) are not their templetes, "are only samples and are not to be used" in any Forza title. They're still pretty, though, so check 'em out below.
  
  

  Gallery: Forza 3 - Leaked Artwork

  
  [Via TeamXbox]

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  Euro 360 sales at 8 million thanks to record holiday

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 11:45am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Puffing out their chest with pride, today Microsoft revealed that - to date - they've sold 8 million Xbox 360 consoles in the European market thanks to record setting holiday sales. Sales that were nearly double that of the same holiday period last year.
  
  "2008 saw us grow faster than any of our competitors and we over-achieved in sales during the crucial Christmas selling period," explained European Xbox VP Chris Lewis. "With eight million consoles sold since we launched, and consistently out-selling PlayStation 3 in EMEA, we're poised to build on this success in 2009." Oh yes, the gloves are off ...

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  3 months of Xbox Live free with Gears 2 purchase

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 10:00am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Just thought you'd like to know that the always deal plentiful Amazon.com is offering a free 3 month Xbox Live subscription card with purchase of a $53.99 copy of Gears of War 2. That's a retail savings of about $20. This Gears 2 and free Xbox Live bundle offer is valid through January 13th, so be sure to decide on a purchase within' the next week or so.
  
  Some of us around Fanboy Towers think Gears 2 is Game of the Year worthy and highly recommend a purchase. Just saying ...
  
  [Thanks, Daniel]

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  Rumor: Microsoft's CES keynote to be a yawnfest

  Posted: January 5th, 2009, 9:15am EST by Dustin Burg

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  Later this week, Microsoft's Steve Ballmer will be taking the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) stage, filling Bill Gate's shoes to deliver the expo's keynote. Years past, we'd get excited at the possibility that Microsoft would reveal some juicy Xbox 360 news. But if TechCrunch is to be believed, this year's CES keynote will be yawn inducing.
  
  According to TechCrunch and their new embargo breaking attitude, Microsoft has briefed them and other media outlets on their (lackluster) CES announcements, including the Xbox 360 news. Supposedly, Ballmer and crew's only Xbox news will be a reminder that Halo Wars and Halo: ODST will be releasing in 2009. That's it. So, if this turns out to be fact, we recommend looking forward to March's Games Developers Conference for a dose exciting Xbox news, because CES will be dull, dull, dull.

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  List of the most played Live games of 2008

  Posted: January 4th, 2009, 5:30pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  Filed under: News, Halo 3, Gears of War 2, Call of Duty: World at War

  
  Just in case you weren't keeping (weekly) track of the most played games of 2008, our pal Major Nelson thought he'd do the community a service by listing the Top 20 Live Games of 2008, based on Live connectivity over the course of the past 52 weeks. We copied 2008's top five 360 games below, because we can, but you can view a listing of 2008's twenty most played games after the jump. For those who are interested in XBLA and original Xbox 2008 stats, Major posted those as well. Congrats to Halo 3, Castle Crashers and Halo 2 for being so darn popular.
  

  • 1. Halo 3
  • 2. Call of Duty 4
  • 3. GTAIV
  • 4. Gears of War 2
  • 5. Gears of War

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  Sunday Deals: $15 Orange Box and more

  Posted: January 4th, 2009, 4:10pm EST by Dustin Burg

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  This week, you can view all of the Sunday weekly ad's best Xbox 360 deals after the break and in bulleted form thanks to the fact that there are too many games to list in a paragraph and because we just like to use bullets. Don't worry though, the same amount of care went into organizing this week's best deals, so jump towards the break to find your weekly list-o-money-savings. Pro tip: The Orange Box for $15 is a steal.

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