Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: Download The Lord of the Rings: Conquest™ online multiplayer demo and choose your side! Fight for either Good or Evil in the battle for Middle-earth!
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Demo: Lord of the Rings: Conquest™ Multiplayer Demo
Posted: January 2nd, 2009, 6:15am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2009/01/02/demo-lord-of-the-rings-conquest-multiplayer-demo.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Content: Lord of the Rings: Conquest™ Multiplayer Demo
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: Download The Lord of the Rings: Conquest™ online multiplayer demo and choose your side! Fight for either Good or Evil in the battle for Middle-earth!
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Show #303: The final show of 2008
Posted: December 31st, 2008, 1:01pm EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/31/show-303-the-final-show-of-2008.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Just in under the wire, it’s the final show of 2008. Thanks for all your support through out the year. We’re looking forward to a great 2009
This week’s show:
Co-host : e
We discuss the Holiday season
The great Seattle Blizzard of 2008
What we’re playing
Name the Game
Xbox 101
Much more…
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[us.imdb.com]
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Format:
52:59, 24.7 MB, (MP3)
Link dump (some of the things mentioned in this episode:
[www.cesweb.org]
[kotaku.com]
[majornelson.com]
[en.wikipedia.org]
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Arcade: Merv Griffin's Crosswords
Posted: December 31st, 2008, 6:12am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/31/arcade-merv-griffin-s-crosswords.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Content: Merv Griffin's Crosswords
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Availability: United States
Dash Text: Merv Griffin's Crosswords™ combines over a thousand unique and challenging crossword puzzles with fast-paced game show action in an incredibly addictive and entertaining game for the whole family. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts. -
Rock Band: Deep Purple, Jethro Tull and more
Posted: December 30th, 2008, 5:00am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/30/rock-band-deep-purple-jethro-tull-and-more.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';
Content: "Space Truckin'"
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "Space Truckin'"--Deep Purple. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "Hymn 43"
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "Hymn 43"--Jethro Tull. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: "Funk #49"
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "Funk #49"--James Gang. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: "Take Back the City'"
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "Take Back the City'"--Snow Patrol. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts. -
Arcade: Puzzle Arcade
Posted: December 24th, 2008, 6:04am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/24/arcade-puzzle-arcade.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Content: Puzzle Arcade
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia
Dash Text: Puzzle Arcade - the online jigsaw game with a twist! Multiple ways to play, loads of cool features and endless possibilities. Download the full version to experience Xbox LIVE Vision Camera support, multiplayer modes and access to downloadable content. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
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Demo: Legendary
Posted: December 24th, 2008, 5:21am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/24/demo-legendary.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Content: Legendary Demo
Price: Free
Availability: Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States
Dash Text: [ESRB: M (Mature) BLOOD AND GORE,INTENSE VIOLENCE] Download the demo for Legendary™, a first person shooter where the beasts of mythology have been unleashed on the modern world. Use heavy weapons and special powers to fight werewolves, minotaurs and more in this incredible fight for survival. -
Halo: Combat Evolved Deal of the Week is now available
Posted: December 23rd, 2008, 9:11am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/23/halo-combat-evolved-deal-of-the-week-is-now-available.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Halo: Combat Evolved is now available for 600 Points
Add this to your Xbox 360 download queue.
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Guitar Hero World Tour: Reggae and more
Posted: December 23rd, 2008, 5:09am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/23/guitar-hero-world-tour-reggae-and-more.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Content: Reggae Rock Track Pack
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Downloadable Track Pack for Guitar Hero World Tour featuring "Your Face" by Pepper, "Jimi" by Slightly Stoopid, and "Sacrifice" by The Expendables. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading. For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com.Content: Hard Rock Track Pack
Price: 440 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Downloadable Track Pack for Guitar Hero World Tour featuring "Use Me" by Hinder, "Light It Up" by Rev Theory, and "Because of You" by Nickelback. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading. For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "Light It Up" by Rev Theory
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] "Light It Up" by Rev Theory downloadable single for Guitar Hero World Tour. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading. For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "Because of You" by Nickelback
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] "Because of You" by Nickelback downloadable single for Guitar Hero World Tour. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading. For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "Use Me" by Hinder
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] "Use Me" by Hinder downloadable single for Guitar Hero World Tour. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading. For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts. -
Rock Band: Holiday Pack and Foo Fighters
Posted: December 23rd, 2008, 5:00am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/23/rock-band-holiday-pack-and-foo-fighters.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Content: Rockin' the Holidays 2008 Pack 01
Price: 240 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia or India
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: Rockin' the Holidays 2008 Pack. This pack includes "Blue Christmas" by the Pretenders, "Christmas in the Time To Say I Love You" by Billy Squier, and "Hanukkah Blessings" by Barenaked Ladies. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. This song game track pack includes three song game tracks at a discounted rate over individual purchases. Many Rock Band songs are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These songs are exactly the same. Be aware that it is possible to download the same song twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "Blue Christmas"
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia or India
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "Blue Christmas"--the Pretenders. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "Christmas is the Time To Say I Love You"
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia or India
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "Christmas is the Time To Say I Love You"--Billy Squier . PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "Hanukkah Blessings"
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia or India
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "Hanukkah Blessings"--Barenaked Ladies. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: Foo Fighters Pack 01
Price: 440 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Asia or India
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: Foo Fighters Pack 01. This pack includes "DOA," "Times Like These," and "This Is a Call" by Foo Fighters. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. This song game track pack includes three song game tracks at a discounted rate over individual purchases. Many Rock Band songs are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These songs are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "Times Like These"
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Size: 94.04 MB
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "Times Like These"--Foo Fighters. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "DOA"
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "DOA"--Foo Fighters. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: "This Is a Call"
Price: 160 Microsoft Points
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) MILD LYRICS,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track: "This Is a Call"--Foo Fighters. PLEASE NOTE: Rock Band game disc is required to play song game tracks. Many Rock Band song game tracks are available as both a multipack and as a single game track. These song game tracks are exactly the same (unless expressly noted as a special version or remix). Be aware that it is possible to download the same song game track twice so please carefully consider your purchases. For music credits, visit www.RockBand.com. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
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Show #302: Wil Wheaton, Turtle Beach and Geoff Keighley
Posted: December 13th, 2008, 1:45am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/12/show-302-wil-wheaton-turtle-beach-and-geoff-keighley.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';This week’s show:
Co-host : e
Interview: Will Wheaton (16:11–50:06)
Interview: Carmine Bonanno, Turtle Beach (50:07–1:03:38)
Interview: Geoff Keighley, Spike Video Game Awards (1:03:39–1:20:45)
Name the Game
Much more…
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Format:
01:57:25, 53.7 MB, (MP3)
Link dump (some of the things mentioned in this episode:
[www.childsplaycharity.org]
[www.geekchichq.com]
[wilwheaton.typepad.com]
[www.turtlebeach.com]
[www.spike.com]
[majornelson.com]
e's equipment list:Case: Antec Fusion Remote Max ([www.antec.com])
Power Supply: Corsair 520HX ([www.corsair.com])
Motherboard: Asus P5Q3 ([usa.asus.com])
CPU: Intel Q9400 ([processorfinder.intel.com])
CPU Fan/Heatsink: Zalman 9700 NT ([www.zalman.com])
RAM: 4GB Patriot Viper DDR3 ([www.patriotmem.com])
Hard Drive: 1TB Western Digital Caviar Black ([www.westerndigital.com])
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Show #301: Phil Spencer, Keiichi Yano, Jerry Johnson and Seth Killian
Posted: December 7th, 2008, 9:23pm EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/07/show-301-phil-spencer-keiichi-yano-jerry-johnson-and-seth-killian.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';This week’s show:
Co-host : e
Interview: Phil Spencer, General Manager of Microsoft Game Studios (15:06–30:44)
Interview: Keiichi Yano, Lips (30:46–1:04:33)
Interview: Jerry Johnson,GM Xbox Europe (1:04:35–1:19:22)
Interview: Seth Killian, Capcom (1:19:24–1:37:57)
Name the Game
Much more…
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Format:
02:14:07, 61.4 MB, (MP3)
Link dump (some of the things mentioned in this episode:
[live.xbox.com]
[en.wikipedia.org]
[live.xbox.com]
[marketplace.xbox.com]
[live.xbox.com]
[www.amazon.com]
[www.childsplaycharity.org]
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Xbox LIVE scheduled maintenance
Posted: December 5th, 2008, 12:20am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/12/04/xbox-live-scheduled-maintenance-dec-4.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';On Friday December 5th from 2:00 AM PST for up to 15–minutes, Xbox Live will be offline for scheduled maintenance. As a result, Xbox LIVE and the ‘My Xbox’ section of Xbox.com will be unavailable, and the Xbox forums will be in read only mode (you won’t be able to post.) The remainder of Xbox.com will be available with limited interruptions.
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Show #300: After NXE Launch
Posted: November 23rd, 2008, 7:30pm EST by Major Nelson
Enclosure: [download]
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/11/23/show-300-after-nxe-launch.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';This week’s show:
Co-host : e
NXE Ships
Interview: Kathleen Sanders, Xbox LIVE Community Games (9:28–24:16)
Interview: Marc Whitten, The NXE Boss (24:17–37:00)
Name the Game
Much more…
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Format:
01:18:05, 36.1 MB, (MP3)
Link dump (some of the things mentioned in this episode:
[live.xbox.com]
[creators.xna.com]
[marketplace.xbox.com]
[live.xbox.com]
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Xbox Live Service Maintenance
Posted: November 17th, 2008, 1:53am EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/11/16/xbox-live-service-maintenance-11-17.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';On Monday,11/17/2008 from 2:00 AM PST for up to 45–minutes, Xbox Live will be offline for maintenance. As a result, Xbox LIVE and the ‘My Xbox’ section of Xbox.com will be unavailable, and the Xbox forums will be in read only mode (you won’t be able to post.) The remainder of Xbox.com will be available with limited interruptions.
This service maintenance is in preparation for the new Xbox experience which will be available this Wednesday.
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Show #299.5 : Mirror's Edge, You're in the Movies, World At War, Banjo-Kazooie and Left 4 Dead
Posted: November 16th, 2008, 10:02pm EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/11/16/show-299-5-mirror-s-edge-you-re-in-the-movies-world-at-war-banjo-kazooie-and-left-4-dead.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';This week’s show:
Co-host : e
More NXE Preview Program additions
Interview: Tom Farrer Mirror's Edge (17:03–30:11)
Interview: Andy Trowers , You’re in The Movies (30:13–36:34)
Interview: Daniel Suarez and David Vonderhaar, Call of Duty: World at War (36:34–56:04)
Interview: Adam Miller, Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts (56:05–1:04:39)
Interview: Chet Faliszek, Left 4 Dead (1:04:11–1:16:51)
NPD
Name the Game
Much more…
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Format:
01:44:11, 47.5 MB, (MP3)
Show open/close music courtesy of Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts -
Show #299: NXE Preview, Tomb Raider, Quantum of Solace, Janitor and Fallout 3
Posted: November 2nd, 2008, 9:29pm EST by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/11/02/show-299-nxe-preview-tomb-raider-quantum-of-solace-janitor-and-fallout-3.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';This week’s show:
Co-host : e
Special guest: Lollip0p stops by to discuss Xbox LIVE Parties in NXE
NXE Preview Program begins
In the LA area? Come see Cliff Bleszinski and me at the Gears of War 2 launch event Thursday (Nov. 6) evening
Interview: Eric Lindstrom, Tomb Raider Underworld (15:50–27:05)
Interview: Garret Young, Quantum of Solace (27:07–56:24)
Interview: John Clishasm, Janitor (56:26–1:02:21) (Part of Xbox LIVE’s Horror Meets Comedy program)
Interview: Pete Hines, Fallout 3 (1:02:22–1:31:53)
Name the Game
Much more…
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Format:
2:14:38, 61.7 MB, (MP3)
Link dump (some of the things mentioned in this episode:
[live.xbox.com]
[gamerscoreblog.com]
[www.xbox.com]
[www.xbox.com]
[www.xbox.com]
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Show #298: The New Xbox Experience Preview Program
Posted: October 25th, 2008, 4:17am EDT by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/10/25/show-298-the-new-xbox-experience-preview-program.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';This week’s show:
Co-host : e
A special show where I talk about my trip to Paris and the Xbox Preview Program.(The discussion about the Xbox Preview Program start at 14:42)
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Show #297: TGS, EndWar, Dead Space and Age of Booty
Posted: October 19th, 2008, 9:07pm EDT by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/10/19/show-297-tgs-endwar-dead-space-and-age-of-booty.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';This week’s show:
Co-host : e (contact e over LIVE or email him)
TGS News
New Xbox Experience coming November 19th
Interview: Michael de Plater, Tom Clancy’s EndWar (26:37–38:06)
Interview: Rich Briggs, Dead Space (38:07–52:37)
Interview: Max Hoberman, Age of Booty (52:39–1:06:53)
Name the Game
Xbox 101
Much more…
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Format:
1:51:10, 203.0 MB, (MP3)
Link dump (some of the things mentioned in this episode:
[www.xbox.com]
[www.flickr.com]
[en.wikipedia.org]
[en.wikipedia.org]
[www.flickr.com]
[www.xbox.com]
[www.xbox.com]
[live.xbox.com]
[www.xbox.com]
[www.xbox.com]
[www.xbox.com]
[www.xbox.com]
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Marketplace Roundup for October 13, 2008
Posted: October 13th, 2008, 4:34pm EDT by Major Nelson
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TrailerTitle: Gears of War 2Content: Never Fight Alone - Trailer
Price: Free
Availability: Not available in Japan or Germany
Dash Text: [ESRB: M (Mature) BLOOD AND GORE,INTENSE VIOLENCE,STRONG LANGUAGE] How do you take one of the most popular multiplayer games ever, and add even more “meat” to it?In Game ContentTitle: Dead Space™
Content: Scorpion Suit
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except Germany, Japan
Dash Text: [ESRB: M (Mature) BLOOD AND GORE,INTENSE VIOLENCE,STRONG LANGUAGE] Download the Scorpion Suit now! Equip Isaac with this stunning Level 5 suit featuring enhanced armor and fully unlocked slots, in an awesome red Scorpion Skin.Content: Elite Suit
Price: Free
Availability: All regions except Germany, Japan
Dash Text: [ESRB: M (Mature) BLOOD AND GORE,INTENSE VIOLENCE,STRONG LANGUAGE] Download the exclusive Elite Suit now, available only for the Xbox 360! Isaac Clarke becomes a juggernaut in this Level 5 suit featuring the Xbox 360 colors, upgraded toughness, and extra inventory slots. Note: Free for a limited time only. -
TGS 2008: Aaron Greenberg
Posted: October 10th, 2008, 6:25am EDT by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/10/10/tgs-2008-aaron-greenberg.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';I was able to grab a few minutes with Aaron Greenberg (BIGVIP) at the end of the day today here at TGS to discuss what we announced and how things are going in Japan. We also (try to) put to bed the rumors about Blu-Ray coming to the Xbox 360 (it’s not.)
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TGS 2008 Bringing It Home
Posted: October 10th, 2008, 2:40am EDT by Major Nelson
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I just noticed that a bunch of new content centered around TGS 2008 Bring It Home is now available. Here is an updated list, along with additional content now available on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace:
ThemeTitle: TGS 2008 Bring It Home
Content: Star Ocean 4 - Theme
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: Star Ocean 4 Theme
Content: The Last Remnant - Theme
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: Theme of The Last Remnant.
TrailerTitle: The Last Remnant
Content: Last Remnant Trailer revealed at Tokyo Game Show 2008
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: M (Mature) BLOOD,LANGUAGE,SUGGESTIVE THEMES,VIOLENCE] Last Remnant Trailer revealed at Tokyo Game Show 2008.Title: TGS 2008 Bring It Home
Content: バンジョーとカズーイの大冒険 : ガレージ大作戦 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: [CERO: A] Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: ミラーズエッジ 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: FIFA 09 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: [CERO: A] Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: カオスヘッド 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: 怒首領蜂 大往生 ブラックレーベル EXTRA 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: プリンス・オブ・ペルシャ 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: H.A.W.X 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: Far Cry 2 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: [CERO D] Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: NINJA BLADE 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像 (英語、レーティングなし)
Content: BIONIC COMMANDO® 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: STREET FIGHTER® IV 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: バイオハザード® 5 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: Trailer of Resident Evil 5
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: Resident Evil 5 Trailer shown at Tokyo Game Show 2008. (Not Rated)
Content: Trailer of NINJA BLADE
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions Dash Text: [ESRB: RP (Rating Pending)] NINJA BLADE Trailer shown at Tokyo Game Show 2008.
Content: Trailer of Prince of Persia
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: RP T (Teen) Blood, Violence ] Prince of Persia Trailer shown at Tokyo Game Show 2008.
Content: Trailer of Street Fighter 4
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: RP (Rating Pending)] Street Fighter 4 Trailer shown at Tokyo Game Show 2008.
Content: Trailer of BIONIC COMMANDO
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: BIONIC COMMANDO Trailer shown at Tokyo Game Show 2008. (Not Rated)
Content: TEKKEN 6
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: RP (Rating Pending)] Tekken is coming to the Xbox 360®! Tekken’s over the top visuals and strategic gameplay have made it a fan favorite in 3D fighting around the world. The stunning graphics and solid gameplay the series is known for achieve new heights on the Xbox 360®!
Content: 鉄拳６（仮称）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: 「鉄拳」シリーズの家庭用最新作が遂にXbox 360®に登場！！「鉄拳」は圧倒的なビジュアルと戦略性の高いバトルが全世界の多くのゲームファンから支持されている３Ｄ対戦格闘ゲームです。次世代機だからこそ実現できたシリーズ最高となるグラフィックスとクオリティにぜひご期待ください。
Content: Saints Row 2 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: [CERO: Z] Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: End War 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: [CERO: C] Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: オトメディウスG（ゴージャス！） 予告編（TGS2008）
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Dash Text: [CERO: C] Tokyo Game Show 出展タイトルの映像
Content: Fallout 3 ゲームプレイ映像第2弾
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Size: 124.65 MB
Dash Text: プロデューサーのナレーション付きゲームプレイムービー第2弾、「Megaton」。
Content: Fallout 3 ゲームプレイ映像第１弾
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Japan
Size: 150.07 MB
Dash Text: プロデューサーのナレーション付きゲームプレイムービー第１弾、「The Escape」。
In Game ContentTitle: Civilization Revolut'n
Content: CivRev Scenario Pack: Victory Pack
Price: 100 Microsoft Points
Dash Text: [ESRB: E10+ (Everyone 10+) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES,TOBACCO REFERENCE,VIOLENCE] Conquer the world like never before with The Victory Pack. This new scenario pack contains three variations on Civilization Revolution’s classic victory conditions. Players can display their civilization’s grandeur before all the world in “Enlightenment,” join in a high-speed space race in “Hyper Drive,” or make their fortunes in “Gold Rush.” There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: CivRev SP Map Pack: Brave New Worlds
Price: Free
Availability: All regions except Japan
Dash Text: [ESRB: E10+ (Everyone 10+) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,MILD SUGGESTIVE THEMES,TOBACCO REFERENCE,VIOLENCE] Expand your horizons with Brave New Worlds, a new single player map pack for Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution! Explore the labyrinthine mountains of “Mazeworld,” fight for the dominant position in “Chokepoint” or meet your foes on the uniquely-shaped “Donutworld” – Brave New Worlds contains four new maps for Civilization Revolution, each with its own unique geography, providing uncharted new challenges for players.
Gamer PictureTitle: Tom Clancy's End War
Content: Faction Picture Pack
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: Collect the pictures that represent the 3 factions that will ultimately decide the fate of the world in EndWar.
VideoTitle: Ministry of Sound
Content: Utah Saints 'Something Good'08' - Video (SD)
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Ireland, United Kingdom
Dash Text: Utah Saints 'Something Good'08' (Not Rated) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Skepta 'Rolex Sweep' - Video (SD)
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Ireland, United Kingdom
Size: 52.12 MB
Dash Text: Skepta 'Rolex Sweep' Music Video (Not Rated) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: September 'Cry For You' - Video (SD)
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Ireland, United Kingdom
Size: 51.42 MB
Dash Text: September 'Cry For You' Music Video (Not Rated) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Samim 'Heater' - Video (SD)
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Ireland, United Kingdom
Dash Text: Samim 'Heater' Music Video (Not Rated) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Joey Negro 'Make A Move On Me' - Video (SD)
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Ireland, United Kingdom
Dash Text: Joey Negro 'Make A Move On Me' Music Video (Not Rated) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Ida Corr Vs Fedde Le Grand 'The Creeps' - Video (SD)
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Ireland, United Kingdom
Dash Text: Ida Corr Vs Fedde Le Grand 'The Creeps' Music Video (Not Rated) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Edit : Corrected a typo.
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2008 Tokyo Game Show Microsoft Keynote
Posted: October 9th, 2008, 12:37am EDT by Major Nelson
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Here it the Keynote, directly off of the sound board.
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Marketplace Roundup for October 7, 2008
Posted: October 7th, 2008, 8:19pm EDT by Major Nelson
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ThemeTitle: Children's Miracle NetworkContent: Children's Miracle Network Theme
Price: Free
Availability: United States
Dash Text: Every year, Children’s Miracle Network hospitals treat 17 million children for every disease and injury imaginable. Download this theme to show your support as 100% of Microsoft’s net proceeds from this Family Games pack will go to support local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.TrailerTitle: Mercenaries 2
Content: Mercenaries 2 More Payback Trailer (HD)
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Size: 138.32 MB
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) LANGUAGE,USE OF ALCOHOL,USE OF TOBACCO,VIOLENCE] See what others have been saying about Mercenaries 2: World in FlamesTitle: Mirror's Edge
Content: Faith and The City Trailer (HD)
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) BLOOD,LANGUAGE,VIOLENCE] Once this city used to pulse with energy; dirty and dangerous, but alive and wonderful. The changes came slowly at first. The authorities said the constant monitoring was for the greater good. But good doesn't mean right. Download the new Mirror's Edge trailer about the changing city!Title: Legendary
Content: Legendary Behind the Scenes Part 5
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Canada, United States
Size: 168.43 MB
Dash Text: [ESRB: M (Mature) BLOOD AND GORE,INTENSE VIOLENCE] Download and watch part five of the behind the scenes series looking at the making of Legendary. In this episode, the dev team describes how they set out to create a new first person shooter experience by creating formidable monster AI. Additionally, the team goes into depth on the origins of the main character – Charles Deckard - and his unique abilities.Title: STORMRISE™
Content: The Origin - Trailer (HD)
Price: Free
Availability: Only in Canada, United States
Size: 135.04 MB
Dash Text: [ESRB: RP (Rating Pending)] The first truly 3D Real Time Strategy game that combines the action and emotional intensity of a squad-based 3rd-person shooter with the intelligence and strategic gameplay of a classic RTS game. Use Verticality for the first time and add a whole new level of tactics to your game experience.In Game Content
Title: NBA LIVE 09
Content: NBA Live 365 Subscription
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: E (Everyone)] Get NBA LIVE 365 for daily updates to Dynamic DNA all season long. Dynamic DNA brings unprecedented realism to NBA LIVE 09 with real world results driving Player DNA that drives how a player scores, Team DNA rating how players play together and Player Tendencies from each spot on the floor. Replay any NBA game all season with actual streaks, tendencies and DNA from that day in NBA LIVE Rewind. Basketball made fresh daily all season long! There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: Oklahoma City Pack
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: E (Everyone)] Get the up-to-date uniforms, logos, arena art and cheerleaders for the recently announced Oklahoma City Thunder NBA franchise. You must download this free update pack to have an authentic recreation of the new look for the newest team in the NBA. Download it now!Title: Tales of Vesperia
Content: Battle Support Item Pack
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, United States
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,FANTASY VIOLENCE,MILD BLOOD,MILD LANGUAGE,SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Items that can support you in battle. You'll never regret taking these to a battle. (Magic Lens, Life Bottle, Cure Bottle, Syrup Bottle, Nectar Bottle, Limit Bottle) x 10 (All-Divide, Hourglass) x 3 *Can also be obtained in the game. *This can only be purchased once. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: Customize Pack: Repede
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, United States
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,FANTASY VIOLENCE,MILD BLOOD,MILD LANGUAGE,SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Costume changing attachments for Repede. (Attachment: Pork Chop, Overdrive Warrior, Overdrive Princess, Overdrive Kid, Overdrive Researcher, Overdrive Old Man, Overdrive Lady, Doggy Jerky) *Can also be obtained in the game. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Content: 300,000 Gald (3)
Price: 300 Microsoft Points
Availability: Only in Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, United States
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,FANTASY VIOLENCE,MILD BLOOD,MILD LANGUAGE,SUGGESTIVE THEMES] Obtain 300,000 Gald. *This can only be purchased once. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Gamer PictureTitle: Children's Miracle Network
Content: Children's Miracle Network Picture Pack
Price: Free
Availability: Only in United States
Dash Text: Every year, Children’s Miracle Network hospitals treat 17 million children for every disease and injury imaginable. Download these gamer pictures to show your support as 100% of Microsoft’s net proceeds from this Family Games pack will go to support local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.VideoTitle: Children's Miracle Network
Content: Children's Miracle Network Video
Price: Free
Availability: Only in United States
Dash Text: [ESRB: RP (Rating Pending)] Every year, Children’s Miracle Network hospitals treat 17 million children for every disease and injury imaginable. 100% of Microsoft’s net proceeds from this Family Games pack will go to support local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Download this video to learn more. -
Marketplace Roundup for October 2, 2008
Posted: October 2nd, 2008, 6:10pm EDT by Major Nelson
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ThemeTitle: C&C Red Alert 3
Content: Command & Conquer Red Alert 3 Soviet Art Theme
Price: 150 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: Comrade, mother Russia needs your strength. Download this theme and display the tremendous power of the Soviet army, including the Tesla Trooper, Apocalypse Tank, Hammer Tank and more! After seven years, Red Alert is back! Go back in time and battle alongside your friends and Hollywood stars in an action-packed, over-the-top world, as the bestselling and most beloved series of the Command & Conquer franchise returns. Play the campaign with three factions – Allied, Soviet, or the all-new Empire of the Rising Sun – or team up with a friend in the first-ever full RTS co-op campaign on air, land, and sea! Includes over one hour of HD footage starring the biggest live-action cast ever in a video game! Welcome back, Comrade. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Title: Family Guy
Content: Stewie Loves Lois Theme
Price: 150 Microsoft Points
Availability: United States
Dash Text: Download this theme. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Sibling Rivalry Theme
Price: 150 Microsoft Points
Availability: United States
Dash Text: Download this theme. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Title: The House Bunny
Content: The House Bunny Theme
Price: Free
Availability: European Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: Spice up your dashboard. Download The House Bunny theme now.
TrailerTitle: Tom Clancy's End War
Content: Voice Command Video Briefing (HD)
Price: Free
Availability: Canada, United States
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,BLOOD,LANGUAGE,SUGGESTIVE THEMES,TOBACCO REFERENCE,VIOLENCE] Strategy at the speed of thought: This video will show you how to control your army with your voice.
Content: Combat Chain Video Briefing (HD)
Price: Free
Availability: Canada, United States
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,BLOOD,LANGUAGE,SUGGESTIVE THEMES,TOBACCO REFERENCE,VIOLENCE] Use your units effectively: This video will teach you about the main units in the game, focusing on how to maximize their strengths and defend their weaknesses in battle.
Content: Voice Command Video Briefing (HD)
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Size: 96.36 MB
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,BLOOD,LANGUAGE,SUGGESTIVE THEMES,TOBACCO REFERENCE,VIOLENCE] Strategy at the speed of thought: This video will show you how to control your army with your voice.
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Content: Combat Chain Video Briefing (HD)
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) ALCOHOL REFERENCE,BLOOD,LANGUAGE,SUGGESTIVE THEMES,TOBACCO REFERENCE,VIOLENCE] Use your units effectively: This video will teach you about the main units in the game, focusing on how to maximize their strengths and defend their weaknesses in battle.Title: C&C Red Alert 3
Content: Command & Conquer Red Alert 3 Soviet Art Gamerpics
Price: 100 Microsoft Points
Dash Text: Attention Comrade! Display the might of the Soviet army with these fearsome gamerpics, featuring the Kirov Airship, Tesla Trooper, War Bear and more. After seven years, Red Alert is back! Go back in time and battle alongside your friends and Hollywood stars in an action-packed, over-the-top world, as the bestselling and most beloved series of the Command & Conquer franchise returns. Play the campaign with three factions – Allied, Soviet, or the all-new Empire of the Rising Sun – or team up with a friend in the first-ever full RTS co-op campaign on air, land, and sea! Includes over one hour of HD footage starring the biggest live-action cast ever in a video game! Welcome back, Comrade. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Title: Major League Gaming
Content: Major League Gaming - Picture Pack 5
Price: 90 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Canada
Dash Text: Download new icons from Major League Gaming! There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Title: Family Guy
Content: Chris Picture Pack
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: United States
Dash Text: Download this picture pack. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Brian Picture Pack
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: United States
Dash Text: Download this picture pack. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Lois Picture Pack
Price: 80 Microsoft Points
Availability: United States
Dash Text: Download this picture pack. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.Title: The House Bunny
Content: The House Bunny Gamer Picture Pack
Price: Free
Availability: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Dash Text: Add the bunny to your profile. Download the The House Bunny gamer picture pack now.Title: Xbox 360 Community
Content: Shocktober Picture Pack
Video
Price: Free
Availability: Canada, France, Germany, United Kingdom, United States
Dash Text: Download this picture pack.
Content: Lionhead Video Diary Episode 7 Video HD
Price: Free
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: M (Mature) BLOOD,LANGUAGE,SEXUAL THEMES,USE OF ALCOHOL,VIOLENCE] This is the seventh in a series of behind-the-scenes video diaries for Fable 2. The episodes provide a look behind the scenes of the long-awaited sequel to the 2004 Xbox® exclusive best-seller “Fable®.” Get a sneak peek inside the game, as well as get to know the people behind the action.
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Xbox Live Maintenance Complete
Posted: September 30th, 2008, 5:10am EDT by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/09/30/xbox-live-maintenance-complete.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';Ok, you can stop finding things to keep you busy…LIVE is back. I am happy to report that the Xbox Live Maintenance is now complete which means that Xbox LIVE is back online, and you can now resume posting in the Xbox forums. Thanks again for your patience during this maintenance.
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Reminder: Xbox Live Service Maintenance Updated
Posted: September 30th, 2008, 3:01am EDT by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/09/30/reminder-xbox-live-service-maintenance.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';As I mentioned earlier in the week, tomorrow (Monday, 9/29/2008) from 12:01 AM PST for up to 24 hours, Xbox Live will be offline for maintenance. As a result, Xbox LIVE and the ‘My Xbox’ section of Xbox.com will be unavailable, and the Xbox forums will be in read only mode (you won’t be able to post.) The remainder of Xbox.com will be available with limited interruptions. When the service returns, you will not have any new features and you will not have the new Xbox experience update. That will happen later this Fall. I will update my Twitter when the service returns.
Edit: The LIVE maintenance is taking longer than expected. I'll have an update at 0200 PT.
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Show #294: Zune 3.0, BF:BC and GTA IV Live Weekend
Posted: September 28th, 2008, 1:03am EDT by Major Nelson
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This week’s show:
Co-host : e
Interview: Brian Seitz, Zune (25:35–54:31)
Interview: Gordon Van Dyke, Battlefield Bad Company (54:32–1:05:59)
Interview: Jeronimo Barrera, GTA IV Live Weekend (1:06:01–01:14:18)
Much more…
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Link dump (some of the things mentioned in this episode:
[www.zune.net]
[www.zune.net]
[live.xbox.com]
[social.zune.net]
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Xbox Live Service Maintenance
Posted: September 23rd, 2008, 12:00pm EDT by Major Nelson
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digg_url = 'http://majornelson.com/archive/2008/09/23/xbox-live-service-maintenance.aspx';digg_bgcolor = '#ffffff';digg_skin = 'compact';digg_window = 'new';On Monday, 9/29/2008 from 12:01 AM PST for up to 24 hours, Xbox Live will be offline for maintenance. As a result, Xbox LIVE and the ‘My Xbox’ section of Xbox.com will be unavailable, and the Xbox forums will be in read only mode (you won’t be able to post.) The remainder of Xbox.com will be available with limited interruptions.
This service maintenance is in preparation for the new Xbox experience which will be available later this fall.
Let me reiterate: When the service returns, you will not have any new features and you will not have the new Xbox experience update. That will happen later this Fall.
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Show #293: Rock Band 2
Posted: September 21st, 2008, 9:47pm EDT by Major Nelson
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This week’s show:
Co-host : e
Avatars in the new Xbox experience
Interview: Sean Baptiste, Rock Band 2 (21:26–35:13)
Name the Game
Much more…
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Show #292: New Xbox Experience and Burnout Paradise Motorcycles
Posted: September 14th, 2008, 9:15pm EDT by Major Nelson
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This week’s show:
Co-host : e
NPD
Interview: Pete Lake on the upcoming free Burnout Bikes coming to Burnout Paradise (20:53–28:58)
Interview: Marc Whitten (Notwen) talks about the Developer Diaries and the New Xbox Experience (29:00–36:33)
Name the Game
Much more…
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[www.criteriongames.com]
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Marketplace Roundup for September 11, 2008
Posted: September 11th, 2008, 8:33pm EDT by Major Nelson
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