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battlefield
Battlefield 1943 A Hit, Server Problems Be Damned
Sure, the game has its share of problems. But they're problems EA say are down to overwhelming popularity, and you know what? It looks like they're right. More » -
demo
Ghostbusters Demo Now Available
If you've been too frightened to pick up a copy of Ghostbusters: The Video Game for the Xbox 360, a demo is now available to help you determine if bustin' makes you feel good. More » -
psn
Sony Not Playing "Catch Up" With Xbox LIVE Anymore
Xbox LIVE first debuted back in November 2002. Sony had an online service for the PS2, but it was no where near Xbox LIVE. Sony got competitive when it launched the PlayStation Network in November 2006. More » -
gamertags
Taste the Painbow, Belgian Rofl Honored in Gamertag Awards
Two weeks back on 1 vs. 100, The Ones were - consecutively, now - players with the gamertags BLooDYxGenocide and Banana Hammicks. Definitely memorable. In that spirit, The BBPS has created its inaugural gamertag awards. More » -
microsoft
Microsoft Comments On 360 Dash Advertisements
Following the revelation yesterday that the company would later this year be placing advertisements on Xbox Live, Microsoft have moved to assure users that the ads will "enhance, not interfere" with their experience. More » -
legal
Microsoft Sued Over Xbox Live
In 1994, Peter Hochstein and Jeffrey Tenenbaum patented a method for "communicating live while playing the same video game in separate locations". In 2004, they sued Microsoft, accusing Xbox Live of infringing on that patent. More » -
xbox 360
Xbox Game Creator Software Now Out, Available For Download
Microsoft's "Kodu Game Lab" - often labelled the "LittleBigPlanet of the Xbox 360" - is now available for download via Xbox Live Community Games. More » -
michael jackson
Xbox Live Offering "Thriller" for Free
The Michael Jackson Grief-a-Thon rolls into its fourth big moneymaking day. Except that "Thriller" is being offered free for the rest of the weekend on Xbox Live Marketplace. Ordinarily it goes for 160 Microsoft points. More » -
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games on demand
Early Mass Effect Listing Confirms New Content?
An apparently accidental listing of Mass Effect in the rebranded "Games on Demand" category (originally "Xbox Originals") was pulled quickly after getting out, but its RSS feed presence still lingers. And it's a little curious. More » -
xbox live
Garou: Mark of the Wolves Dated For Japan
SNK's arcade fighting Garou: Mark of the Wolves is coming to Xbox LIVE — Japan is getting it June 24 for 800 Microsoft Points. More » -
snk
Where Is Our Metal Slug 7 for Xbox LIVE?
At an earlier Microsoft press event, SNK announced a bunch of Xbox LIVE titles that include Garou: Mark of the Wolves and The King of Fighters: Sky Stage. Noticeably absent was Metal Slug 7. More » -
iphone
A Quick Look At iPhone's Answer to Xbox Live and PSN
When the latest firmware update hit the iPhone and Touch yesterday so did a new gaming network for the device. More » -
xbox 360
It's Too Early To Discuss Whether Xbox 360 Could Do OnLive
Remember the possible gaming revolution that will or could be OnLive? We recently connected some dots and asked Microsoft if they could be a part of it. We received an answer and a compliment. More » -
microsoft
Xbox Live's Return Brings Xbox Live Issues
Xbox Live has just successfully completed an entire day of downtime. Unfortunately, the current uptime isn't quite as successful, with missing games, failing downloads, and unredeemable code issues abounding.
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housekeeping
Xbox LIVE Is Back Online
Yes, we know. After being down off the grid for 24 for some scheduled maintenance, LIVE is back up. Notice any differences? -
xbox live
Microsoft: 1 Vs 100 Live Season Pass "Simply A Test"
1 Vs. 100 Live is currently in beta testing on Xbox Live and currently free to Xbox Live Gold members. That may change with the introduction of the "Season Pass," but Microsoft calls the double subscription possibility "simply a test." More » -
Gay tony
Msoft: Gay Tony OK, Gay Gamer Tags Not Yet
This fall, an Xbox 360 game will have the word "gay" in its title. But will 360 gamers be able to call themselves gay by then?
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xbox live
Break Xbox Live With The Push Of A Button
That button may look like a joke, an elaborate piece of stock art, or something out of Ghostbusters, but it's not. It's the emergency shutdown button located in a Microsoft server facility in Quincy, Washington. More » -
xbox live
Is Xbox Live Primetime's 1 Vs. 100 Becoming Pay To Play?
1 Vs. 100 Live, the first Xbox 360 game show for Microsoft's Xbox Live Primetime push, is currently in beta testing. Originally pitched as a free game for Xbox Live Gold subscribers, it appears Microsoft may begin charging for it. More » -
xbox 360
Reminder: Xbox Live Going Down Tonight
If you need to get any multiplayer gaming in on your Xbox 360 today, make sure you do it before the clock strikes 12:01 AM PST. Xbox Live will be going down for maintenance tonight, for up to 24 hours. More » -
crime
Japanese Xbox Live Guy Mugged Before E3
This is less game-related, and more crime-related. Right before E3, Icchou Mori from Xbox Live's Inside Xbox was taking pictures pictures in front of the convention center, when... More » -
e3 2009
Zombie Apocalypse Preview: Top Down Left 4 Dead
Haven't we had enough of zombie games already? No, and really, I can't seem a time when we will. More » -
e3 2009
Microsoft: Xbox Live Is Like An MMO
Given Microsoft's demonstration of Avatars gathering in a shared virtual movie theater at E3, it seemed that Xbox Live could be going in a PlayStation Home direction. Not quite, we were told. More » -
xbox 360
Xbox Live Will Be Down Next Tuesday, Maybe For The Whole Day
Microsoft sent word earlier today that Xbox Live is in line for some scheduled maintenance. It'll take place next Tuesday, and could leave the service down for up to 24 hours. More » -
e3 2009
The Secret of Monkey Island Special Edition Impressions: Fall in Love All Over Again
There's something very important you need to know about The Secret of Monkey Island Special Edition: It may look new, but the classic, the original you love is always just a button push away. More » -
1 vs 100
Is 1 vs 100's Participation Capped? (Updated)
1 vs. 100, the free Xbox Live game show open to, theoretically, everyone, is telling U.S. players "the game session is full" on the first day of the beta. More » -
xbox live
Microsoft Offering 360 Games On Demand Starting August
Microsoft had more news than they could fit in their press briefing, announcing an on-demand download gaming service during a post-briefing lunch. Microsoft points not required. More » -
xbox live
Microsoft Shooting For A 300,000 Player Online Game?
Yeah, you read that right. 300,000 players. A job listing issued by Microsoft's says exactly that, indicating that the game will be for the 360 and that it will be in "real-time". More » -
big numbers
Xbox 360: More Than 30 Million Served
Microsoft has announced that global sales of the Xbox 360 have now surpassed the 30 million mark, with the Xbox Live community swelling to 20 million active members, all swearing at each other. More » -
the system is down
Xbox Live Is Not Here Right Now
No, it's not just you. Xbox Live is down for everybody, but Microsoft is working feverishly to have service restored before the riots begin. More » -
grand theft auto iv
GTA IV Fabulously Expands With The Ballad of Gay Tony
Your Liberty City adventures will continue this Fall on the Xbox 360, as Rockstar Games has announced Grand Theft Auto: The Ballad of Gay Tony as the game's second downloadable episode. More » -
diy
How To Use Your 3G Phone To Connect To Xbox Live
If your house loses internet, or you're taking your 360 on the road, connecting to Xbox Live can be a hassle. Oh, unless you have a 3G phone and follow this handy guide! More » -
1 vs 100
Yanks Gate Crashing Canada's 1 vs. 100 Beta
Deux-deux-deuxs and Cuban cigars are joined by the 1 vs. 100 closed beta on the list of semi-forbidden indulgences Americans are sneaking from across the great northern border. Virtually of course. More » -
legal
Texas May Force Sex Offenders To Register Gamertags
Legislators in Texas have proposed a bill that would expand what registered sex offenders would be required to disclose, including the release of online screen names. That could potentially even cover online gaming social networks. More » -
free points
1 vs 100 Could Be Achievement Treasure Trove
For Xbox Live Gold members playing Microsoft's next experiment, Achievement points — lots of them — will be free. More » -
xbox 360
Bionic Commando Demo Hot Dogs Onto 360 On April 29
Capcom have announced that a multiplayer demo for upcoming swingy-shooter Bionic Commando will be out on April 29. Which is tomorrow! More » -
captivate 09
Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 Confirmed With HD, Online Support, Demo Coming
It's been rumored. It's been practically verified. Now it's announced: Marvel VS Capcom 2 will be coming to the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 this summer with a new visual filter and online matching modes. More » -
well played
What Ails The World's Biggest Gaming Platform?
It is the most powerful gaming platform in the world, and with more than 300 million users, the most widely owned as well, so why does computer gaming seem to be suffering from an inferiority complex?
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xbox live
Euro Xboxers, Xtival is Back
Not sure what "free Gold membership for the weekend" means other than "free multiplayer" - and maybe taking advantage of the deal of the week. But all European gamers get it May 1-4. More »






































