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Video Walkthrough Of The New Xbox 360
I unboxed a new Xbox 360 today. And then I shot a video showing all of the key changes and features. Enjoy this on-the-fly Kotaku video special and learn things about the brand new model of the Xbox 360. Touch-buttons! New harddrive! Smaller brick! Quieter? Click to view
By Stephen Totilo Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Old Republic’s E3 Trailer Takes The Fight To Alderaan
In this new cinematic trailer for Star Wars: The Old Republic, we’re supposed to feel sorry for Alderaan, as it’s enslaved by the Sith Empire. I don’t know. They’re only occupying it. It’s not like they blew it up I’m still not sure if this game can stand against the might of World of Warcraft,…
By Luke Plunkett Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Need For Speed Is In Hot Pursuit of A New Game
At today’s EA press conference, the latest entry in the Need for Speed series, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit was unveiled. The game is classic cops vs. robbers chases and features, what Kotaku’s own Michael Fahey calls, “slow-motion crashes like in Burnout”. The game features solo play or online play via an all new online…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
The 15 Kinect Launch Titles Are…
Microsoft is promising 15 games at launch for its new motion controller Kinect, which hits first in North America on November 4. Those games include Sonic Free Riders, Dance Masters, another dance based title and at least four fitness games. Microsoft’s games include Kinectimals and Joy Ride, while third parties kick out their own mini-game…
By Michael McWhertor Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
New Castlevania Game Confirmed, Will Be Part Of XBLA’s Summer Of Arcade
Microsoft’s now-traditional “Summer of Arcade” continues next month, with a jam-packed schedule seeing the release of five new Xbox Live Arcade titles, among them a brand new Castlevania game from Konami. That game is the previously-rumoured Castlevania: Harmony of Despair, which is not only a multiplayer side-scroller, but was also designed by series veteran –…
By Luke Plunkett Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Microsoft Believes Sony Will Charge for Playstation Network
Microsoft believes that Sony’s E3 press conference tomorrow will, among other things, introduce a pay plan for the traditionally free Playstation Network. Buried in a 12-page E3 press document filled with questions and answers prepared by Microsoft for the media is this questio and answer: Q: Sony announced their subscription for PSN today. What’s your…
By Brian Crecente Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
GameStop Prices Kinect, New Xbox 360 Kinect Bundles
Microsoft says “We haven’t yet announced pricing details for Kinect,” but retailer GameStop is taking a stab at pricing the new Xbox 360 accessory, putting a $149 USD sticker on pre-orders. The new Xbox 360 bundles may be a better deal. While Kinect by itself may fall under “too much,” if you’re jumping in for…
By Michael McWhertor Published June 14, 2010 -
UncategorizedA Look at the Tunnels, Helicopter Combat and Blood of Call of Duty: Black Ops
We already saw a bit of gameplay from Treyarch’s upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops, but this E3 trailer shows us some interesting surprises. There’s the harrowing tunnel combat, the ability to gun down enemies from the back of a Hind helicopter and more blood then we’re used to seeing from a Treyarch title.
By Brian Crecente Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
These Are The New Xbox 360 Specs
These are the specs for the new Xbox 360, which include a “custom Kinect port,” a new system fan that’s “as quiet as a PS3,” according to Microsoft, and some other noteworthy changes, like the official death of Memory Units. Touch Sensitive Buttons – turn the Xbox 360 on or off and eject a disc…
By Stephen Totilo Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
New Xbox 360 Shipping Today, Costs $299
Microsoft unveiled its smaller, sleeker Xbox 360 design, packing a 250GB hard drive and built-in wireless-n. Microsoft’s Don Mattrick said it will be in stores by the end of the week, and will still cost $299.
By Owen Good Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Kinect Launching November 4 With 15 Launch Titles
Microsoft has nailed down November 4 as the release date for the Kinect control system, with 15 titles available at launch. The date was nailed down at the Microsoft E3 2010 press conference, after showing off several of the titles coming to the system. Interestingly enough, no price was given for Kinect, so we’ll continue…
By Mike Fahey Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Ubisoft Unveils Kinect-Enabled Fitness Title
Your Shape: Fitness Evolved by Ubisoft will make use of Microsoft Kinect to deliver a range of exercises, from cardio-kickboxing to yoga. The title will perform a full-body scan of the user help it provide detailed data on performance and progress.
By Owen Good Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Kinect Brings Voice And Motion Control To Xbox Live
Kinect engineer Ron Forbes demonstrated how users will navigate Xbox Live using Microsoft’s motion-control system today, using a combination of movement and voice controls. Ron took the stage at Microsoft’s 2010 E3 presser to show the audience how Kinect would change the way we navigate Xbox Live. The Kinect camera recognized Ron, logging him into…
By Mike Fahey Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
ESPN to Deliver Programming Over Xbox Live
Microsoft and ESPN have struck a deal delivering exclusive sports programming to Xbox Live. The partnership will deliver more than 3,500 sports events, most of which will be in high definition. ESPN anchors Trey Wingo and Josh Elliot took the stage to demonstrate the service, which will be free to Xbox Live Gold subscribers. Highlights…
By Owen Good Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Fable III Rises To Power In October
Peter Molyneux took the stage today at Microsoft’s E3 2010 press conference to nail down an October release date for the third entry in Microsoft Game Studios’ flagship action role-playing game series000 “It’s everything you love about Fable and more,” Molyneux promised regarding Fable III, which could be one of the most reasonable promises he’s…
By Mike Fahey Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Crytek Exclusive Will Bring Gladiatorial Combat to Xbox 360
At Microsoft’s E3 news conference, live now, Crysis maker Crytek revealed via live action trailer it’s working on an Xbox 360 exclusive game, Codename Kingdoms. The game appears to have a sword-and-sandals theme, featuring brutal combat sequences.
By Owen Good Published June 14, 2010 - Uncategorized
Metal Gear Solid: Rising Is All About The Slice And Dice
During Microsoft’s E3 press conference, Metal Gear Creator Hideo Kojima introduced a trailer for Metal Gear Solid: Rising, showing off a fast-paced action game with Raiden using his sword to slice enemies, vehicles, and scenery to pieces. Check out our live blog for images from the trailer!
By Mike Fahey Published June 14, 2010