Who the hell started this Friend's List rumor? Better yet, why in the world are people buying into it?
I kid you not, to this moment I have gotten 45 messages from friends/clan mates saying something close to the following:
"Hey, don't delete this message becuase on Monday Bungie is going to clear the FL, and only people with messages will stay."
Seriously, stop it. There's no way or reason for Bungie to clear offf any freinds list.
This "Green Scare" is getting annyoing.
Friday, April 22, 2005
Bungie: WWWU Released
Bungie just did there WWWU...and, Frankie is starting to scare me alittle.
Apart from once again explaining the whole map cache thing and the whole concept of cheating, Bungie gave us some links to some Game Viewers for the four new maps.
The maps, once again, should go out on Monday, at around PM PST (Thats 12 in the East). It could take you longer than that, but, as we all know, it will get there eventually.
Bungie also commented on the Playlist update, which will include 2 Vs. 2, and a lot tweaks to others, including starting with BR in Coag, more Spectres, more variation (like Snipers, Rockets), the removal of the Radar in Head2Head, and some other stuff.
The PL will also incorportate the new maps into the mix...the two free ones everywhere, and the two $$ ones into a special, limited-edition playlist just for those two.
Bungie will reset the stats on the same day as the Playlist update.
Apart from once again explaining the whole map cache thing and the whole concept of cheating, Bungie gave us some links to some Game Viewers for the four new maps.
The maps, once again, should go out on Monday, at around PM PST (Thats 12 in the East). It could take you longer than that, but, as we all know, it will get there eventually.
Bungie also commented on the Playlist update, which will include 2 Vs. 2, and a lot tweaks to others, including starting with BR in Coag, more Spectres, more variation (like Snipers, Rockets), the removal of the Radar in Head2Head, and some other stuff.
The PL will also incorportate the new maps into the mix...the two free ones everywhere, and the two $$ ones into a special, limited-edition playlist just for those two.
Bungie will reset the stats on the same day as the Playlist update.
Thursday, April 21, 2005
SW: BattleFront 2 Annouced
LucasArts annouced today that BattleFront II is in development, with a tentitve release date of Fall 2005. The game will be on Xbox 1.
LucasArts commented that the game will include space combat, playable Jedis that can sense the force, new locations from Epiosde III, an actual storyline, more online players, and jack-able ships.
Lets hope that smoother online play is included in that list sometime soon...
LucasArts commented that the game will include space combat, playable Jedis that can sense the force, new locations from Epiosde III, an actual storyline, more online players, and jack-able ships.
Lets hope that smoother online play is included in that list sometime soon...
Bungie Plays New Maps!
This week in the Weekly Hump Challenge, Bungie played R Vs. B, on the new maps. All four of them. The final report, at Bungie.net, gives a nice lowdown of the maps.
I can't wait for Monday
I can't wait for Monday
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
EB Games Tells Us More of the Future
This EB Games people sure do know alot about what videogames are coming. They also seem to reviel all their info quite often.
Today, an updated listin on EB Games has started the rumor that a Ninja Gaiden 2 (Called "Black") is in the works for Xbox Next.
That's nice. Ninja Gaiden was a cool game...but I never got past the first level boss. It has nice graphics, but I didn't like the control layout. A NG 2 is not all that big for me, but, hey, it's another laucnh title rumor.
The list now kinda includes:
-Halo 2.5-Rember that? (Think XMas)
-PGR3- From OurColony.Net
-Ninja Gaiden 2- From EB Games
-Madden 2006-Only a semi-rumor, from EA
-Banjo Kazzoie Threeie- From a URL purchuse by Rare.
Today, an updated listin on EB Games has started the rumor that a Ninja Gaiden 2 (Called "Black") is in the works for Xbox Next.
That's nice. Ninja Gaiden was a cool game...but I never got past the first level boss. It has nice graphics, but I didn't like the control layout. A NG 2 is not all that big for me, but, hey, it's another laucnh title rumor.
The list now kinda includes:
-Halo 2.5-Rember that? (Think XMas)
-PGR3- From OurColony.Net
-Ninja Gaiden 2- From EB Games
-Madden 2006-Only a semi-rumor, from EA
-Banjo Kazzoie Threeie- From a URL purchuse by Rare.
Tuesday, April 19, 2005
Today's News
Here's some news for today, nothing special:
- EA releases a second shot of Maddan '06. Very well could be a shot from Xbox 2.
- Pysconaughts finally shippped today
- No Revelotuon at E3? Nintendo says it will not be displaying it's next-gen consoles this year.
- Ninetendo picks Broadcom for wireless technology for Revolution. What the hell is going on ocer in Japan?
- Sims 2 annouced for Consoles and Handhelds-Yippee! (moves quickly on)
- Bungie released some screens of new maps. Videos can be found everywhere else.
- Feeding Frezy goes out to Xbox Live Arcade...again, any one care?
- AleinWare to release SW-themes PCs for Epsiode III
ROTS Single On iTunes
That's right, the first song has been released on iTunes! It's called Battle of the Heros, and it's awsome. I would recomend any and all Star Wars fans to GET IT NOW!
Monday, April 18, 2005
Perhaps Today is The Biggest Day Ever
At least as far as videogames is concered. Here's a round up of some news from today:
- Of course, Halo 2 recieved an AU, and the maps are dated for 4/25
- GameStop buys EB Games. I think this sucks.
- Oddworld dies-OOddworld Inhabinit has officaly stopped making games, in order to "continue making good characters"
- Pritates of the Carribean 2 annouced
- "Ring of Light" rumor is born--what's the connection between Ejigh Wood and Xbox Next?
And We Have a Date
Pull out the controlers...the batch of maps for Halo 2 is coming April 25, 2005.
In less then a week, we all will have two new maps...Containment and Warlock, and those of us willing to pay $6.00 will also get Turk and Sanctuary.
Yes, I will be paying the extra six bucks for the two maps.
Yes, I am excited. Now, back to your regualy sechduled programing...
In less then a week, we all will have two new maps...Containment and Warlock, and those of us willing to pay $6.00 will also get Turk and Sanctuary.
Yes, I will be paying the extra six bucks for the two maps.
Yes, I am excited. Now, back to your regualy sechduled programing...
The AU: First Thoughts
So, I just got home and DL the auto-update for Halo 2. Here's my thoughts:
Nothing "Huge" Happened, so don't freak.
The weapons are actually better.
No Ranks were reset. They are still visable.
No changes were made to plalist (at least none were visable)
No new maps, sorry rumor boys!
The loisted cheats seem to be fixed. Sorta.
I still don't know how they fixed the whole stand-by cheat...but I also have yet to see it in action.
That said, there are only 12 possible days for the maps to come out.
Nothing "Huge" Happened, so don't freak.
The weapons are actually better.
No Ranks were reset. They are still visable.
No changes were made to plalist (at least none were visable)
No new maps, sorry rumor boys!
The loisted cheats seem to be fixed. Sorta.
I still don't know how they fixed the whole stand-by cheat...but I also have yet to see it in action.
That said, there are only 12 possible days for the maps to come out.
Sunday, April 17, 2005
Reaction to Halo 2 AU
Here's some funny tidbits from over at TeamXbox:
SUPERIOR
The dual wielding its fcking up the game thats why they think they should down grade some of the weapons. But what if you dont like to dual wield you might be screw if you dont have a battle rifle.
Apr. 17th, 2005 12:03 pm
Mmmtastey
haloalldayloGreat job Bungie, you made the damn pistols even crappier. Keep up the good work.You think so? Solo the pistols are crap but with a SMG, 3 shots your dead. Considering alone either weapon is ****, together they were too powerfull, at both close range and mid range. That had to change.
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:55 am
SUPERIOR
funnygfgfhgghdgh
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:48 am
kopar
Vadcol:For somebody who hates a game/developer so much and so doens't play said developer's game at all, you sure do get worked up about it. If you want to play Halo:CE, GO PLAY HALO:CE AND SHUT UP!!Hiring a lawyer because you don't like a game? You need a life/girlfriend/boyfriend/gerbil or something. I hated KOTOR and thought it sucked ass and could name 1000 things I woulda done different, so you know what I did?That's right, I scoured TXB for every thread talking about KOTOR and posted how bad the game was. I also hired a FREAKIN' LAWYER to sue somebody somewhere for something (can't be specific, it's still in litigation). That's right! i also kicked my cat 3 times (because I was so emotional about being forced to play this game I hated and everybody else loved).Or, I traded to game to my firend for some comics and read them then went to bed.
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:47 am
ConkersHelmet53
I'm sorry, but this game is the worst game ever made! I'd rather play with barbie dolls than this game. Conker is gonna be the best! umm....wait. actually i'd rather play this than with barbie dolls....but i still dislike this game alot!
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:23 am
BlindMaphisto
The do enjoy nerfing the pistols lol. I loved the Plasma/SMG combo but I can live without it. Especially for better melee and grenading.
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:22 am
smokysmokerson
i'm glad Bungie listened to the gamers... it says a lot to their committment... haven't seen too many ps2 online updates fixing the myriad of bugs and glitches with their games yet tho.... i guess this is why xbox live is better than the competition.. good work, guys...
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:00 am
haloalldaylo
Great job Bungie, you made the damn pistols even crappier. Keep up the good work.
Apr. 17th, 2005 9:58 am
Last Spartan
SUPERIORDont forget about the different levels of sheilds also. In Halo CE
Apr. 17th, 2005 9:39 am
SUPERIOR
Perhaps the only way to actually balance the game its to make most of the weapons stronger, but by doing that we will need more stronger shields that we will be able to fight against someone that might have better combo or a better weapon. All this unfair balance of the weapons have to do with the shields because in halo 1 we had shields and health bars so even if we lost are shields we still had are health bars to count on. Bungie give us stronger shields or bring back the health bars.
Apr. 17th, 2005 1:33 am
FIG
"SUPERIORFIG wont play halo2 but he will be playing the next madden.what? Thats just crazy talk from you FIG. Fck EA and their crappy games, let it be known i hate EA. I hate EA as much as that vacolis guy hates Bungie. But Bungie is a company that at least is trying to fix the problems, unlike lazy EA their are glitches in their games and bet you will find more bugs on madden than halo2. Keep up your good work Bungie."I never said I would play the next Madden man. I said I played the previous Madden at a friends house and thought ESPNs game destroyed it. That said I am not into deathmatching but I am sure fans of that game mode will NOT be disappointed. I hope Bungies next game, whether it be Halo 3 or not, has coop over LIVE. Thats the best mode ever created in my opinion. I love playing Doom 3 and Splinter Cell : Chaos Theory on cooperative mode over LIVE.
Apr. 16th, 2005 11:47 pm
Judge_Jerk
Things that actually need to be fixed are stupid glithes, sudden death, etc.*Make the shotty a real shotgun.*Reduce the traking range of the PP*Dual mags ARE too strong and too accurate*Make frags stronger*Have BR as starting weapon on the huge levels*Reduce the aim-assist on the sniperBah, Bungie is full of it. I love how they tell us what WE want. Screw you Bungie. What makes me sick is that Bungie has the most butt kissing, easily seduced fanboys I've ever seen, next to Nintendo fanboys.
Apr. 16th, 2005 9:50 pm
Pastor Ramdotti
Vadcol memo: 2241 hoursPt.2The Plasma Pistol and SMG are so weak. Bungie needs to tweak these retard ass weapons with Hitting Power. You shouldn't have to need Dual Welding for these weapons to have any effect. A single SMG and Plasma Pistol should kick ass in short to medium range distance.The shot gun is just down right pathetic compared Halo:CE shot gun. **** it, all their weapons just plain suck.................................................................I'm tried of writing about these idiots at Bungie. They have screwed up Halo 2 so bad it makes me want to cry. I'm pisst and mad as hell, I am so emotional right now.......I'm finding a lawyer on Monday morning. I'm tired of the bull****.
Apr. 16th, 2005 9:40 pm
Pastor Ramdotti
Vadcol memo: 2229 hoursPt. 1Tweak weapons balance? Damn, these new Bungie employees are ****'in retarded. I going to speak my mind and if you don't like it....too damn bad. The main thing that needs to be tweaked is WEAPONS AMMO and Hitting Power. I'm carrying a Battle Rifle and I only have 72 rounds only and no additional rounds to be found. That is complete bull****. Halo:CE you had plently of ammo for your Assault Rifle, like 600 bullets.The Covenant Carbine only has less rounds than the Battle Rifle with a stupid 18 rounds in reserve. Stupid!!!!Now I'm hearing that Bungie is making the weak-ass Magnum less powerful. It is official these guys are on crack cocaine.Melee attacks should be deadly no matter how you hit your opponent. Why? Because you're a badass Spartan and not some weak-ass E-1 Private Marine, good lord Bungie is so STUPID!!!!!! Now you have to jump in the freakin air just to kill the enemy? Bullcrap. Somebody please sue Bungie for being stupid.
Apr. 16th, 2005 9:14 pm
BlindMaphisto
The needler has it's uses. It can kill a completly oversheilded person with only 8 needles.
Apr. 16th, 2005 9:06 pm
Judge_Jerk
I hope the fix the ***** BB that is the shotgun, PP/mag combo.
Apr. 16th, 2005 8:57 pm
SUPERIOR
IF you playing with experts not even the best combos will make you unstopable.
Apr. 16th, 2005 8:55 pm
SUPERIOR
oh yeah the game its unbalance but its still fun.
SUPERIOR
The dual wielding its fcking up the game thats why they think they should down grade some of the weapons. But what if you dont like to dual wield you might be screw if you dont have a battle rifle.
Apr. 17th, 2005 12:03 pm
Mmmtastey
haloalldayloGreat job Bungie, you made the damn pistols even crappier. Keep up the good work.You think so? Solo the pistols are crap but with a SMG, 3 shots your dead. Considering alone either weapon is ****, together they were too powerfull, at both close range and mid range. That had to change.
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:55 am
SUPERIOR
funnygfgfhgghdgh
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:48 am
kopar
Vadcol:For somebody who hates a game/developer so much and so doens't play said developer's game at all, you sure do get worked up about it. If you want to play Halo:CE, GO PLAY HALO:CE AND SHUT UP!!Hiring a lawyer because you don't like a game? You need a life/girlfriend/boyfriend/gerbil or something. I hated KOTOR and thought it sucked ass and could name 1000 things I woulda done different, so you know what I did?That's right, I scoured TXB for every thread talking about KOTOR and posted how bad the game was. I also hired a FREAKIN' LAWYER to sue somebody somewhere for something (can't be specific, it's still in litigation). That's right! i also kicked my cat 3 times (because I was so emotional about being forced to play this game I hated and everybody else loved).Or, I traded to game to my firend for some comics and read them then went to bed.
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:47 am
ConkersHelmet53
I'm sorry, but this game is the worst game ever made! I'd rather play with barbie dolls than this game. Conker is gonna be the best! umm....wait. actually i'd rather play this than with barbie dolls....but i still dislike this game alot!
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:23 am
BlindMaphisto
The do enjoy nerfing the pistols lol. I loved the Plasma/SMG combo but I can live without it. Especially for better melee and grenading.
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:22 am
smokysmokerson
i'm glad Bungie listened to the gamers... it says a lot to their committment... haven't seen too many ps2 online updates fixing the myriad of bugs and glitches with their games yet tho.... i guess this is why xbox live is better than the competition.. good work, guys...
Apr. 17th, 2005 11:00 am
haloalldaylo
Great job Bungie, you made the damn pistols even crappier. Keep up the good work.
Apr. 17th, 2005 9:58 am
Last Spartan
SUPERIORDont forget about the different levels of sheilds also. In Halo CE
Apr. 17th, 2005 9:39 am
SUPERIOR
Perhaps the only way to actually balance the game its to make most of the weapons stronger, but by doing that we will need more stronger shields that we will be able to fight against someone that might have better combo or a better weapon. All this unfair balance of the weapons have to do with the shields because in halo 1 we had shields and health bars so even if we lost are shields we still had are health bars to count on. Bungie give us stronger shields or bring back the health bars.
Apr. 17th, 2005 1:33 am
FIG
"SUPERIORFIG wont play halo2 but he will be playing the next madden.what? Thats just crazy talk from you FIG. Fck EA and their crappy games, let it be known i hate EA. I hate EA as much as that vacolis guy hates Bungie. But Bungie is a company that at least is trying to fix the problems, unlike lazy EA their are glitches in their games and bet you will find more bugs on madden than halo2. Keep up your good work Bungie."I never said I would play the next Madden man. I said I played the previous Madden at a friends house and thought ESPNs game destroyed it. That said I am not into deathmatching but I am sure fans of that game mode will NOT be disappointed. I hope Bungies next game, whether it be Halo 3 or not, has coop over LIVE. Thats the best mode ever created in my opinion. I love playing Doom 3 and Splinter Cell : Chaos Theory on cooperative mode over LIVE.
Apr. 16th, 2005 11:47 pm
Judge_Jerk
Things that actually need to be fixed are stupid glithes, sudden death, etc.*Make the shotty a real shotgun.*Reduce the traking range of the PP*Dual mags ARE too strong and too accurate*Make frags stronger*Have BR as starting weapon on the huge levels*Reduce the aim-assist on the sniperBah, Bungie is full of it. I love how they tell us what WE want. Screw you Bungie. What makes me sick is that Bungie has the most butt kissing, easily seduced fanboys I've ever seen, next to Nintendo fanboys.
Apr. 16th, 2005 9:50 pm
Pastor Ramdotti
Vadcol memo: 2241 hoursPt.2The Plasma Pistol and SMG are so weak. Bungie needs to tweak these retard ass weapons with Hitting Power. You shouldn't have to need Dual Welding for these weapons to have any effect. A single SMG and Plasma Pistol should kick ass in short to medium range distance.The shot gun is just down right pathetic compared Halo:CE shot gun. **** it, all their weapons just plain suck.................................................................I'm tried of writing about these idiots at Bungie. They have screwed up Halo 2 so bad it makes me want to cry. I'm pisst and mad as hell, I am so emotional right now.......I'm finding a lawyer on Monday morning. I'm tired of the bull****.
Apr. 16th, 2005 9:40 pm
Pastor Ramdotti
Vadcol memo: 2229 hoursPt. 1Tweak weapons balance? Damn, these new Bungie employees are ****'in retarded. I going to speak my mind and if you don't like it....too damn bad. The main thing that needs to be tweaked is WEAPONS AMMO and Hitting Power. I'm carrying a Battle Rifle and I only have 72 rounds only and no additional rounds to be found. That is complete bull****. Halo:CE you had plently of ammo for your Assault Rifle, like 600 bullets.The Covenant Carbine only has less rounds than the Battle Rifle with a stupid 18 rounds in reserve. Stupid!!!!Now I'm hearing that Bungie is making the weak-ass Magnum less powerful. It is official these guys are on crack cocaine.Melee attacks should be deadly no matter how you hit your opponent. Why? Because you're a badass Spartan and not some weak-ass E-1 Private Marine, good lord Bungie is so STUPID!!!!!! Now you have to jump in the freakin air just to kill the enemy? Bullcrap. Somebody please sue Bungie for being stupid.
Apr. 16th, 2005 9:14 pm
BlindMaphisto
The needler has it's uses. It can kill a completly oversheilded person with only 8 needles.
Apr. 16th, 2005 9:06 pm
Judge_Jerk
I hope the fix the ***** BB that is the shotgun, PP/mag combo.
Apr. 16th, 2005 8:57 pm
SUPERIOR
IF you playing with experts not even the best combos will make you unstopable.
Apr. 16th, 2005 8:55 pm
SUPERIOR
oh yeah the game its unbalance but its still fun.
Saturday, April 16, 2005
Saw A Shut-Out Last Night
I was at the Padre/Dodgers game last night, and Derek Lowe was amazing. The game was over in just a little over 2 hours...no runs allowed, and only four hits. Thats what I call a nice game.
I was going to do a MobCast from the game...but I forgot the number and it wasn't saved on mey cell phone.
I also got to see Ruban Studdard (2 yrs ago American Idol winner) sing the national anthem and the tribute to Robinson. It was a nice game.
I was going to do a MobCast from the game...but I forgot the number and it wasn't saved on mey cell phone.
I also got to see Ruban Studdard (2 yrs ago American Idol winner) sing the national anthem and the tribute to Robinson. It was a nice game.
Friday, April 15, 2005
MS Wants To Spend Developer's Money
Standard TVs are not going to cut it for any Xbox booths at this year's E3.
Apparently, MS has set up a stipulation that all developers must use 720p HD Ready TVs to display any Xbox 2 data.
720p looks nice, in case you've never seen it. And, with the stipulation that the TVs must be Ready, not just compatable. This mean clear, perfect picture that is in no way scaled down.
For MS, the HD Era has officialy begun. But, MS has bette not start telling ME I need a 720p TV to play Xbox Next.
Apparently, MS has set up a stipulation that all developers must use 720p HD Ready TVs to display any Xbox 2 data.
720p looks nice, in case you've never seen it. And, with the stipulation that the TVs must be Ready, not just compatable. This mean clear, perfect picture that is in no way scaled down.
For MS, the HD Era has officialy begun. But, MS has bette not start telling ME I need a 720p TV to play Xbox Next.
We're Getting Fixed
On Monday, Bungie will release the AutoUpdate that will (hopefully) fix the game for the better.
The update, which was long in coming, and hyped more by Bungie than by anybody else, will change just about everything sbout the game, from the weapons to the flags.
Also, Bungie revieled they will be clearing the leaderboards.
I think thats stupid, crass and just plain idiotic, but, hey, I'm not on their pay roll. I belive that it is going to only make things worse, not better. Not at all. With rankings reset, we all go back to zero. That means for at least a week, you r be playing the same guys that were at the top of the leaderboards. And that's no fun. Not at all.
Now, for the first four maps...
The update, which was long in coming, and hyped more by Bungie than by anybody else, will change just about everything sbout the game, from the weapons to the flags.
Also, Bungie revieled they will be clearing the leaderboards.
I think thats stupid, crass and just plain idiotic, but, hey, I'm not on their pay roll. I belive that it is going to only make things worse, not better. Not at all. With rankings reset, we all go back to zero. That means for at least a week, you r be playing the same guys that were at the top of the leaderboards. And that's no fun. Not at all.
Now, for the first four maps...
Thursday, April 14, 2005
Looking in UBI's Crystal Ball
Or just their E3 lineup. This looks like a solid year for both UbiSoft and Xbox as they finish their relationship together, which probably, besides the MS-Bungie one, is the best in the world right now.
Here's the offical lineup, taken from www.teamxbox.com:
My Comments in Slant
AND 1 Streetball [PlayStation 2]: Experience the jaw-dropping moves of genuine streetball legends or establish your reputation by creating your own unique moves and signature style.
Can it take on EA? Dosn't EA own part of UBI?
Far Cry Instincts [Xbox]: The PC survival shooter and smash hit of 2004 re-imagined for console gamers.
Nothing to say here. This is a serious game of the year contender.
Heroes of Might & Magic V [PC]: The legendary heroic fantasy game returns, based on features and values of the original saga, but with a more mature fantasy universe and unrivaled innovation.
187 Ride or Die [Xbox, PlayStation 2]: Outrageous urban combat racing comes to life as you defend your turf.
Odd. But UBI likes Odd. Like Chessmaster.
Peter Jackson’s King Kong [Xbox, PlayStation 2, next-generation console]: Experience the must-have game based on Universal Pictures’ King Kong film from Academy Award winning director Peter Jackson.
Going to suck. Jackson was a one-time wonder with LOTR. But, Next Gen? Nice Indeed. Only more confirmation Xbox Next is coming soon.
Prince of Persia 3 [Xbox, PlayStation 2]: Blending the winning elements from the first two masterpieces to bring a unique and unexpected twist to the award-winning franchise.
News to me. I'm not in to the whole Ninja game, but the POP series has always been nice.
Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII (working title) [Xbox]: Experience the most gripping and famous battles of World War II through the eyes of a squadron commander and ace fighter pilot.
Xbox-Only! Nice!
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon 3 (working title) [next-generation console]: Next-generation console technology meets the soldier of the future to revolutionize the classic squad-based shooter.
Did they really have to annouce this? But, Next Gen is a nice hint!
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Lockdown [Xbox, PlayStation 2]: The critically acclaimed multiplayer experience returns with the all new Rivalry Mode and Persistent Elite Creation Mode.
America’s Army: Rise of a Soldier [Xbox, PlayStation 2]: The most authentic military game to date incorporating true-to-life character progression with an all-new Career mode (displayed at the U.S. Army Booth, #1608 in the South Hall).
The AA always seemed to me like propaganda. Weird stuff.
Here's the offical lineup, taken from www.teamxbox.com:
My Comments in Slant
AND 1 Streetball [PlayStation 2]: Experience the jaw-dropping moves of genuine streetball legends or establish your reputation by creating your own unique moves and signature style.
Can it take on EA? Dosn't EA own part of UBI?
Far Cry Instincts [Xbox]: The PC survival shooter and smash hit of 2004 re-imagined for console gamers.
Nothing to say here. This is a serious game of the year contender.
Heroes of Might & Magic V [PC]: The legendary heroic fantasy game returns, based on features and values of the original saga, but with a more mature fantasy universe and unrivaled innovation.
187 Ride or Die [Xbox, PlayStation 2]: Outrageous urban combat racing comes to life as you defend your turf.
Odd. But UBI likes Odd. Like Chessmaster.
Peter Jackson’s King Kong [Xbox, PlayStation 2, next-generation console]: Experience the must-have game based on Universal Pictures’ King Kong film from Academy Award winning director Peter Jackson.
Going to suck. Jackson was a one-time wonder with LOTR. But, Next Gen? Nice Indeed. Only more confirmation Xbox Next is coming soon.
Prince of Persia 3 [Xbox, PlayStation 2]: Blending the winning elements from the first two masterpieces to bring a unique and unexpected twist to the award-winning franchise.
News to me. I'm not in to the whole Ninja game, but the POP series has always been nice.
Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII (working title) [Xbox]: Experience the most gripping and famous battles of World War II through the eyes of a squadron commander and ace fighter pilot.
Xbox-Only! Nice!
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon 3 (working title) [next-generation console]: Next-generation console technology meets the soldier of the future to revolutionize the classic squad-based shooter.
Did they really have to annouce this? But, Next Gen is a nice hint!
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Lockdown [Xbox, PlayStation 2]: The critically acclaimed multiplayer experience returns with the all new Rivalry Mode and Persistent Elite Creation Mode.
America’s Army: Rise of a Soldier [Xbox, PlayStation 2]: The most authentic military game to date incorporating true-to-life character progression with an all-new Career mode (displayed at the U.S. Army Booth, #1608 in the South Hall).
The AA always seemed to me like propaganda. Weird stuff.
Bungie to Play New Maps!
This week's Humpday provided something a little unusual: a tidbit of info on the new Halo 2 maps. Heres the quote:
"Stay tuned next week for a super special edition of the Humpday Challenge. It will be played here in the studio, face-to-face with our opponents, on new maps!"
The maps are coming. I. Can't. Wait. Any. Longer.
People.Must.Think.Putting.Periods.After.Every.word.is.cool.and.
makes.me.seem.more.excited. becuase. see. all.the. punk.twelve.year.olds.in.the.forums.doing.this.wow.i.am.so.cool.now.
"Stay tuned next week for a super special edition of the Humpday Challenge. It will be played here in the studio, face-to-face with our opponents, on new maps!"
The maps are coming. I. Can't. Wait. Any. Longer.
People.Must.Think.Putting.Periods.After.Every.word.is.cool.and.
makes.me.seem.more.excited. becuase. see. all.the. punk.twelve.year.olds.in.the.forums.doing.this.wow.i.am.so.cool.now.
Upload YOUR Video
Heres a link so that you too can upload your very own video files to Google Video.
Be sure that they are CC Licensed or below.
https://upload.video.google.com/
Be sure that they are CC Licensed or below.
https://upload.video.google.com/
Google Does Video
The guys that first changed web searching, then the web itself, are now aiming to change the world of video content.
Google Video, which opened in early Beta today, will allow people to upload video content, then allow others to search for it, watch clips, or buy the file.
Right now, Google is accepting "applications" for your video file to be included in the Beta, which will release at a YTBD date, probably late summer.
I think this will be really nice. The MPAA keeps complaining about illegal downloads...what it needs is what iTunes did for music, a nice way to look, try, and buy ligitmatly. I heard rumors that Sony was attempting something of the same...but since Sony distributes movies, it would never be the same as iTunes (think a Virgin Records owned version). But, if Google could do the samething, that would be cool.
To be clear, this current project is for Creative Commons only, no Major Motion Pictures allowed. Thats still a dream.
Google Video, which opened in early Beta today, will allow people to upload video content, then allow others to search for it, watch clips, or buy the file.
Right now, Google is accepting "applications" for your video file to be included in the Beta, which will release at a YTBD date, probably late summer.
I think this will be really nice. The MPAA keeps complaining about illegal downloads...what it needs is what iTunes did for music, a nice way to look, try, and buy ligitmatly. I heard rumors that Sony was attempting something of the same...but since Sony distributes movies, it would never be the same as iTunes (think a Virgin Records owned version). But, if Google could do the samething, that would be cool.
To be clear, this current project is for Creative Commons only, no Major Motion Pictures allowed. Thats still a dream.
Wednesday, April 13, 2005
In Xbox 1 News Today...
DLC was reviled for almost every game except for Halo 2. Looks like GR 2 is getting a full new upgrade, which looks really nice (A typical UBI DLC, awsome). Also, looks like Snowblind is alreadly getting some DLC. I still have to buy that game...
It's getting sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo old now with no new DLC. Hurry up!
It's getting sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo old now with no new DLC. Hurry up!
Xbox Next, This Year and For Less then $300
If the best investment firm out there is to be belived, Xbox Next will release this year and will cost about the same as Xbox 1.
This comes as, well, good news. It's clear the next generation is indeed upon us, and zI'd like to get started on it. And for as little money as possible.
But it is still all rumor untill E3. Remeber, noithing is final and occial until the big MS sings it out loud. Rumors are cool and fun to listen to, but, in the end, they are just rumors, and it's hard to get real excited about anything that could be total BS.
This comes as, well, good news. It's clear the next generation is indeed upon us, and zI'd like to get started on it. And for as little money as possible.
But it is still all rumor untill E3. Remeber, noithing is final and occial until the big MS sings it out loud. Rumors are cool and fun to listen to, but, in the end, they are just rumors, and it's hard to get real excited about anything that could be total BS.
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