During Microsoft's pre-E3 2011 Media Briefing, it revealed that it will ramp up its Kinect support. Just about every upcoming game will have a Kinect feature, including Mass Effect 3, Ghost Recon: Future Soldier, and even the previously PC-only indie title, Minecraft.
by Rainier on June 6, 2011 @ 12:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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At E3 Microsoft announced new game titles from blockbuster franchises like Halo and Gears of War, and unveiled a flood of new Kinect games and hands-free controller support for titles such as Mass Effect 3, Forza, and Ghost Recon: Future Soldier.
by Rainier on June 6, 2011 @ 11:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft kicked off the Electronic Entertainment Expo by solving the challenge of finding the entertainment you want, quickly and easily. The solution: voice search with Bing on Xbox 360.
by Rainier on May 20, 2011 @ 6:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft has kicked off a new campaign to promote its Xbox 360, offering student a free Xbox 360 4GB when they purchase a PC of $699 value or greater.
by Rainier on May 2, 2011 @ 11:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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MGS Vancouver is building a world-class development team in Vancouver, BC, Canada, dedicated to making games for “core” gamers. Its mission is to push the limits of proven and unexplored game development and show the world what’s possible on Microsoft’s game consoles. While
Art Director/Senior Artist Shawn Woods'
resume reveals that the new studio is working on a "core AAA shooter experience using Kinect."
by Rainier on March 10, 2011 @ 10:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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As a part of Microsoft's ongoing commitment to improve Xbox Live, it is are rolling out an optional testing program called Xbox LIVE Labs which performs a number of network tests from your console to Xbox Live.
by Rainier on Jan. 6, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In addition to the Xbox LIVE experiences unveiled during Steve Ballmer’s keynote, Microsoft is revealing new downloadable games and LIVE experiences for the Xbox 360 console, Windows PC and Windows Phone 7 onsite at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
by Rainier on Dec. 1, 2010 @ 10:43 a.m. PST | Filed under
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After recently
raising the subscription fee, Microsoft is giving back,
sign up and start earning Microsoft Points by watching movies and sports, playing games and more. Plus, when you sign-up for Xbox Live Gold, or renew your membership you’ll earn even more.
by Rainier on Nov. 29, 2010 @ 11:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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This week, until Monday Dec. 6, 2010, Xbox Live Gold members can get the following Xbox Live Arcade titles for 50% off their normal price, Worms 2: Armageddon (now 400 Points), Band of Bugs (now 400 Points), Earthworm Jim HD (now 400 Points) and Centipede & Millipede (now 200 Points)
by Rainier on Nov. 15, 2010 @ 1:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft's new
Games for Windows Marketplace launched today. Now consumers will be able to take full advantage of the great PC gaming content and deals on the Marketplace.
by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2010 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Whopper lovers don’t have to camp out to get a chance at scoring the new Kinect for Xbox 360. Every 15 minutes for the next 28 days, guests who purchase a Whopper Value Meal, at participating Burger King restaurants, can play to nab a shot at winning a Kinect for Xbox 360 Prize Pack.
by Rainier on Oct. 22, 2010 @ 1:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft announced the Games for Windows Marketplace, a new online PC games store that combines the convenience of the Web with the power of Games on Demand online distribution offering PC gamers a robust lineup of games, easier navigation and purchase, and recurring specials such as Deal of the Week.
by Rainier on Oct. 21, 2010 @ 12:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gear up for a fun fall too, full of thrilling downloadable games, brought straight to your Xbox 360 by Microsoft Game Studios.
by Rainier on Oct. 18, 2010 @ 11:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kinect, previously known as Project Natal, is the controller-free gaming and entertainment experience from Microsoft for its Xbox 360 console.
Earlier today Konami revealed its launch titles, and now Microsoft has unveiled the entire list of titles you'll be able to wave at upon launch.
by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2010 @ 7:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft is further expanding its digital entertainment service this fall, as Zune will extend its music and video footprint and bring the free Zune software, Zune Marketplace online store, Zune Pass music subscription service and enhanced features on Zune.net to new markets on PCs, Windows Phone 7 and through Xbox Live.
by Rainier on Sept. 8, 2010 @ 8:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft announced the Special Edition Xbox 360 250GB, the Kinect sensor and Kinect Adventures packaged together for £299.99/$399.99. Kinect Adventures, lets players experience 20 adventures, navigating raging rapids and ducking and dodging through mountain top obstacle courses and exotic locations - no controller required.
by Rainier on Aug. 31, 2010 @ 12:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gear up for a fun fall too, full of thrilling downloadable games with The Game Feast, brought straight to your Xbox 360 by Microsoft Game Studios.
by Rainier on Aug. 31, 2010 @ 10:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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This November, Xbox 360 owners will be able to alter their controller with the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller with Play & Charge Kit – with Transforming D-pad.
by Rainier on Aug. 24, 2010 @ 8:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kinect, previously known as Project Natal, is the controller-free gaming and entertainment experience from Microsoft for its Xbox 360 console.
by Rainier on Aug. 24, 2010 @ 5:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Step into the boots of a Spartan III, as Halo: Reach charts the story of Noble Team in their heroic stand to defend the planet Reach, its people and secrets against a ruthless assault by an alien collective known as the Covenant.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 2:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kinect, previously known as Project Natal, is the controller-free gaming and entertainment experience from Microsoft for its Xbox 360 console.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 1:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft Flight brings a new perspective to the long-standing franchise, welcoming everyone, including long-time fans, to experience the magic of flight. From new game play elements and enhanced scenery and terrain to new aircraft and integrated content marketplace, it is an entirely new breed of virtual flight.
by Rainier on July 20, 2010 @ 10:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft announced the all-new Xbox 360 4GB console, the Kinect sensor and Kinect Adventures packaged together for £249.99. Kinect Adventures, lets players experience 20 adventures, navigating raging rapids and ducking and dodging through mountain top obstacle courses and exotic locations - no controller required.
by Rainier on July 15, 2010 @ 8:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kinect, previously known as Project Natal, is the controller-free gaming and entertainment experience from Microsoft for its Xbox 360 console.
by Rainier on July 14, 2010 @ 1:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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As thousands of comic fanatics, gamers and sci-fi junkies flock to the 40th annual Comic-Con International starting Thursday, July 22, Microsoft will be showing off Halo: Reach, Gears of War 3, Fable III, Xbox LIVE Arcade, playable Kinect experiences, and more.