Category: Microsoft

Microsoft transitioning Halo to internal team from Bungie

November 7, 2009

Microsoft transitioning Halo to internal team from Bungie Microsoft created 343 Industries, a new internal studio. This studio will be handling future Natal projects and also take over the development efforts of Halo games. According to a new job posting it seems like Microsoft is ramping up to work on a new Halo game internally.

Halo: Reach uses improved engine – leaked photos prove it

November 6, 2009

Halo: Reach uses improved engine – leaked photos prove it Halo: Reach is Bungie’s last hurrah within the Halo universe before Microsoft takes over development of the franchise. There is very little information about the game as it was recently announced. However, some early screenshots have leaked online and it looks like the game is running on an improved engine.

Dragon Age: Origins superior on PS3 than Xbox 360 – Bayonetta in reverse?

November 3, 2009

Dragon Age: Origins superior on PS3 than Xbox 360 - Bayonetta in reverse? Dragon Age: Origins is Bioware’s next big title for this year before Mass Effect 2 hits in 2010. The reviews for the game have started pouring in and there is an odd difference between the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions. The PS3 version of Dragon Age: Origins is apparently superior to the Xbox 360 version.

Bayonetta PS3 vs Xbox 360 useless war continues

November 2, 2009

Bayonetta PS3 vs Xbox 360 useless war continues For some odd reason Bayonetta has become the catalyst for the second console war. There are more articles about the impact Bayonetta is making in the console war than about the game itself. Interestingly enough, the controversy over the game has escalated enough for retailers to drop the price and put the title under a microscope.

Xbox Bayonetta sells out and Microsoft banning Xbox 360 hackers

October 31, 2009

Xbox Bayonetta sells out and Microsoft banning Xbox 360 hackers A sore subject regarding the Xbox 360 is around the mod community or hackers running rampant with the console. It looks like Microsoft is doing another clean sweep of XBL users who have a hacked Xbox 360 by banning their accounts. In other news, early reports seem to indicate that the Xbox 360 version of Bayonetta is more popular than the PS3 version.

Week in gaming: Forza 3 physics fiasco, mini-Ballad of Gay Tony, and Eyetoy was Natal

October 30, 2009

Week in gaming: Forza 3 physics fiasco, mini-Ballad of Gay Tony, and Eyetoy was Natal This week in video gaming news there are new releases and new revelations about games out on the market. Forza 3 has a bit of a physics mishap and Ballad of Gay Tony shakes the GTA community. Also, there is an interesting video showing what Sony could have done with the Eyetoy if the company just had the foresight.

Xbox 360 owners playing Halo 3 over ODST: XBL activity

October 29, 2009

Xbox 360 owners playing Halo 3 over ODST: XBL activity Halo 3 is the biggest title to hit the Xbox 360. The game is so popular it has literately cemented itself within the number one spot on the top 10 Xbox 360 Live active titles. Surprisingly, Halo fans seem to be sticking to Halo 3 over ODST, which is sitting at number four. Will Halo 3 remain on top with great games coming out this holiday?

Pachter: PS3 Netflix circumvents Xbox 360 exclusivity deal

October 28, 2009

PS3 Netflix circumvents Xbox 360 exclusivity deal Netflix and Sony recently revealed a new partnership. Considering Microsoft’s belief that the company has some sort of exclusivity with Netflix, this news was a bit confusing. The great Michael Pachter believes that the Netflix disc for the PS3 is to circumvent the deal with Microsoft.

Microsoft wrong about PS3 position history but right about sales boost longevity

October 25, 2009

Microsoft wrong about PS3 position history but right about sales boost longevity Microsoft representatives have always entertained the gaming industry with their little quips and snide remarks when it comes to the competition between the Xbox 360 and Sony’s PS3. When asked about the PS3’s sudden surge in sales, a Microsoft rep made an interesting snide remark.

Microsoft Stores offer on-site Xbox 360 repairs – the Red Ring of Death no more

October 24, 2009

Microsoft Stores offer on-site Xbox 360 repairs - the Red Ring of Death no moreMicrosoft was already doing a good job of fixing borked Xbox 360 consoles in a timely fashion with as little customer irritation as possible. But it’s just opened its first Microsoft Store to coincide with the release of Windows 7 and is offering on-site Xbox 360 repairs. Now that is customer service for you.


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