Wanna get mad? Cheek out the site below. Who the hell does he think he is? It's people like him that make me want to be a lawyer. Video games don't kill people moron...stupid people kill people...
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Wednesday, August 17, 2005
Reaction to the Price
Heres some posts from Major Nelson's blog abiut the 360 price point. Ignore the links, please.
starchief Says:
That price range is going to be over my head….. guess I will hve to wait a couple of months to pick one up.
--> Vella Says:
Wait, what the %^&*! The cheap version, which you would have to be a fool to buy, isn’t even fucking metallic?
Yeah, Major? Preorder=&*^ Cancelled.
--> expletive Says:
My initial reaction to this is that splintering the market with “hard drive” and “no hard drive” units is a big mistake. It seems the MS felt it was critical to offer *something* at the supposed magic $299 price point. Didnt the original ps1 sell for $399 when it came out or does my memory not serve me?
How will non-hard drive owners download content and updates to games via live? Wont a portion of the market not having hard drives make developers think twice about offering these types of value add services?
I dunno, this sounds bad all around. They should have figured a way to get a HD in the core unit, even at $349.
John
--> Black Says:
no, you are wrongps1, ps2 and psp was launched @ 299
preorder of x360 cancelled
--> Vanquish Death Says:
Actually PS1 was released at 399…for about 5 months…
--> Marco Says:
dissapointing really ….
this goes against anything which MS has stated before…
--> krypt0nian Says:
Never thought i’d say this but I’m out.
• Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter. With this, gamers can chat with friends and play games via Xbox Live, as well as stream videos and music to Xbox 360 from a Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005-based PC, all without the clutter of wires (estimated retail price $99.99 U.S./€79.99 /£59.99*).
Unbelieveable.
--> Kurt Says:
I’m dissapointed to say the least.
--> Garulon Says:
I’m getting a 360, but I [b]rilly[/b] wish the Core System didn’t exist. No HDD as standard is [b]dim[/b].
--> TheRedShadow Says:
My first post here.Very, very disappointingI’ll still be able to pick one up but now it looks like I’ll have to cut back on a few games. I’m curious to see how everything sells when it is released.
--> Hasan Ahmad Says:
So this is what i waited for german convention? im cancelling my pre-order, Good riddance MS
--> Mynameisbt Says:
I really feel mislead now. I was under the impression that wireless controllers and the HD would be standard. I spent so much time prasing the 360 on forums praising the 360 and convincing ps3 fans to get 360, and now i feel slapped in the face.
My interest level in 360 went from a 10 to a 4 now. Definately not getting this at launch and gonna wait and see for the ps3 to make my decision this generation.
--> swoosh bnd Says:
Agreed, I was looking forward to a wireless controller, silver level of xbox live, Hard drive, and a headset (headset was not officially announced) right out of the box for every xbox 360 console. I guess they could’ve done that but they would’ve raised the price to $399.99 and then we still would’ve been dissappointed.
--> Cold Shot Says:
Not sure why some of you seem upset. These are the price points and configurations (with drive / no drive) rumored for MANY months, and they seem quite reasonable. Four years ago, $299 was the price for the original Xbox. This is certainly more bang for the same bucks. I am looking forward to grabbing the premium addition and some extra controllers day 1. Thanks for the detailed post Major.
--> Boogieman Says:
Very, very poor decision.
--> Draft Says:
no HDD standard = super weak.
What is the freaking point of making Live’s silver service free if you have to buy the premium box to use it?! And with the HDD being an addon, it’s usefulness extends to storing MP3s and some bullcrap Velocity Girl made.
I was on the fence about X360, and this announcement has firmly pushed me onto the “wait for a price drop and/or halo 3″ side.
--> BlindMaphisto Says:
I can’t believe microsoft is stupid enough to fracture the hard drive base.
--> BraveQuail Says:
I’m still going to buy a xbox360 but i think microsoft let us down by creating two versions of the console. I think they should have upped the price by $50 and have the 20gb harddrive included. I still think it will sell well cuz $300 for a next gen consol is a decent price i mean the PSP cost $250 when it first came out.
--> Eliot Says:
There is now way i can afford 400 bucks, so i’ll by the 300 dollar version, and pick up the hard drive for christmasThats is a tad bit of a dissapointment though.
--> Hasan Ahmad Says:
Only an idiot will buy the 299 Console because
1) You cannot play Backward Compatible Games2) You cannot play it on an HD-TV3) You cannot download any Xbox Live Content4) You cannot use Xbox Live because it needs HD5) You cannot save games unless you buy a seperate memory card (PS2)6) You are basically F’d up
Maybe God punished J Allard on the mountain for lying to us.
--> Vella Says:
Agreed. My Xbox does more than the core 360. This is ridiculous. I’m going to have to wait until the price drops on the premium version.
--> Vanquish Death says:
Hasan?
Umm
1) Microsoft has stated on MANY accounts that you will NOT have to recompile your games on the Xbox 360.
2) Actually you still can play it on an HDTV…
3) True.
4) No, Xbox Live does NOT need an HDD to play.
5) True, but this has been going on for almost a decade…
6) Your opinion based on false information.
Don’t get me wrong, I am still kind of upset that I will be spending $400 on a system in November instead of $300. But what the Hell? Better then the $500> price tag on the PS3.
--> thies Says:
400eur for a usable setup? Too expensive, not buying. What’s that messed up stuff with the harddrive only being on the expensive model anyway?
--> starchief Says:
I will have to stop my pre-order and wait a couple of months or a year for a price drop.
--> swoosh bnd Says:
Yeah, microsoft was in a very strong running for preorders as of yesterday and being able to easily beat sony. Now the preorders will be readily available and they aren’t in as much contention until you hear sony’s price.
--> FlaminMarz (Keith) Says:
I am pretty disappointed as well. Some of the accessories are OVER PRICED like the faceplates for $19 ??? and the tiny wireless adapter for $100? I couldnt even believe it. What makes it worse is that the core system doesnt come with the harddrive, then gamers and going to be thinking…..how will I download games?…..then gamers will also see that the harddrive sold separately will cost them $100, so might as well buy the full 360 package for $399.
And I thought that ALL controllers would be wireless…….didnt they say that the next generation will be wireless? And now they’re putting a WIRED controller in the core system package WHICH ONLY COSTS $10 LESS THAN A WIRELESS CONTROLLER.
Especially for the faceplates for $20? Its crazy, I thought they would be around $10. Im in Canada, so these prices are a lot higher.
starchief Says:
That price range is going to be over my head….. guess I will hve to wait a couple of months to pick one up.
--> Vella Says:
Wait, what the %^&*! The cheap version, which you would have to be a fool to buy, isn’t even fucking metallic?
Yeah, Major? Preorder=&*^ Cancelled.
--> expletive Says:
My initial reaction to this is that splintering the market with “hard drive” and “no hard drive” units is a big mistake. It seems the MS felt it was critical to offer *something* at the supposed magic $299 price point. Didnt the original ps1 sell for $399 when it came out or does my memory not serve me?
How will non-hard drive owners download content and updates to games via live? Wont a portion of the market not having hard drives make developers think twice about offering these types of value add services?
I dunno, this sounds bad all around. They should have figured a way to get a HD in the core unit, even at $349.
John
--> Black Says:
no, you are wrongps1, ps2 and psp was launched @ 299
preorder of x360 cancelled
--> Vanquish Death Says:
Actually PS1 was released at 399…for about 5 months…
--> Marco Says:
dissapointing really ….
this goes against anything which MS has stated before…
--> krypt0nian Says:
Never thought i’d say this but I’m out.
• Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter. With this, gamers can chat with friends and play games via Xbox Live, as well as stream videos and music to Xbox 360 from a Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005-based PC, all without the clutter of wires (estimated retail price $99.99 U.S./€79.99 /£59.99*).
Unbelieveable.
--> Kurt Says:
I’m dissapointed to say the least.
--> Garulon Says:
I’m getting a 360, but I [b]rilly[/b] wish the Core System didn’t exist. No HDD as standard is [b]dim[/b].
--> TheRedShadow Says:
My first post here.Very, very disappointingI’ll still be able to pick one up but now it looks like I’ll have to cut back on a few games. I’m curious to see how everything sells when it is released.
--> Hasan Ahmad Says:
So this is what i waited for german convention? im cancelling my pre-order, Good riddance MS
--> Mynameisbt Says:
I really feel mislead now. I was under the impression that wireless controllers and the HD would be standard. I spent so much time prasing the 360 on forums praising the 360 and convincing ps3 fans to get 360, and now i feel slapped in the face.
My interest level in 360 went from a 10 to a 4 now. Definately not getting this at launch and gonna wait and see for the ps3 to make my decision this generation.
--> swoosh bnd Says:
Agreed, I was looking forward to a wireless controller, silver level of xbox live, Hard drive, and a headset (headset was not officially announced) right out of the box for every xbox 360 console. I guess they could’ve done that but they would’ve raised the price to $399.99 and then we still would’ve been dissappointed.
--> Cold Shot Says:
Not sure why some of you seem upset. These are the price points and configurations (with drive / no drive) rumored for MANY months, and they seem quite reasonable. Four years ago, $299 was the price for the original Xbox. This is certainly more bang for the same bucks. I am looking forward to grabbing the premium addition and some extra controllers day 1. Thanks for the detailed post Major.
--> Boogieman Says:
Very, very poor decision.
--> Draft Says:
no HDD standard = super weak.
What is the freaking point of making Live’s silver service free if you have to buy the premium box to use it?! And with the HDD being an addon, it’s usefulness extends to storing MP3s and some bullcrap Velocity Girl made.
I was on the fence about X360, and this announcement has firmly pushed me onto the “wait for a price drop and/or halo 3″ side.
--> BlindMaphisto Says:
I can’t believe microsoft is stupid enough to fracture the hard drive base.
--> BraveQuail Says:
I’m still going to buy a xbox360 but i think microsoft let us down by creating two versions of the console. I think they should have upped the price by $50 and have the 20gb harddrive included. I still think it will sell well cuz $300 for a next gen consol is a decent price i mean the PSP cost $250 when it first came out.
--> Eliot Says:
There is now way i can afford 400 bucks, so i’ll by the 300 dollar version, and pick up the hard drive for christmasThats is a tad bit of a dissapointment though.
--> Hasan Ahmad Says:
Only an idiot will buy the 299 Console because
1) You cannot play Backward Compatible Games2) You cannot play it on an HD-TV3) You cannot download any Xbox Live Content4) You cannot use Xbox Live because it needs HD5) You cannot save games unless you buy a seperate memory card (PS2)6) You are basically F’d up
Maybe God punished J Allard on the mountain for lying to us.
--> Vella Says:
Agreed. My Xbox does more than the core 360. This is ridiculous. I’m going to have to wait until the price drops on the premium version.
--> Vanquish Death says:
Hasan?
Umm
1) Microsoft has stated on MANY accounts that you will NOT have to recompile your games on the Xbox 360.
2) Actually you still can play it on an HDTV…
3) True.
4) No, Xbox Live does NOT need an HDD to play.
5) True, but this has been going on for almost a decade…
6) Your opinion based on false information.
Don’t get me wrong, I am still kind of upset that I will be spending $400 on a system in November instead of $300. But what the Hell? Better then the $500> price tag on the PS3.
--> thies Says:
400eur for a usable setup? Too expensive, not buying. What’s that messed up stuff with the harddrive only being on the expensive model anyway?
--> starchief Says:
I will have to stop my pre-order and wait a couple of months or a year for a price drop.
--> swoosh bnd Says:
Yeah, microsoft was in a very strong running for preorders as of yesterday and being able to easily beat sony. Now the preorders will be readily available and they aren’t in as much contention until you hear sony’s price.
--> FlaminMarz (Keith) Says:
I am pretty disappointed as well. Some of the accessories are OVER PRICED like the faceplates for $19 ??? and the tiny wireless adapter for $100? I couldnt even believe it. What makes it worse is that the core system doesnt come with the harddrive, then gamers and going to be thinking…..how will I download games?…..then gamers will also see that the harddrive sold separately will cost them $100, so might as well buy the full 360 package for $399.
And I thought that ALL controllers would be wireless…….didnt they say that the next generation will be wireless? And now they’re putting a WIRED controller in the core system package WHICH ONLY COSTS $10 LESS THAN A WIRELESS CONTROLLER.
Especially for the faceplates for $20? Its crazy, I thought they would be around $10. Im in Canada, so these prices are a lot higher.
Xbox 360 Pricing
Here it is, the moment from Germany we've been waiting for:
Microsoft Announces Xbox 360 Price for Europe and North America: Starts at $299.99 U.S./€299.99/£209.99Feature-packed system brings high-definition gaming to the masses this holiday season.
LEIPZIG, Germany — Aug. 17, 2005 — Ending weeks of speculation about which upcoming video game platform will give gamers the most bang for their buck, today at the German Games Convention, Microsoft Corp. revealed that consumers can get their hands on Xbox 360™ — the most powerful and feature-packed next-generation video game and entertainment system — for as little as $299.99 U.S./€299.99/£209.99 starting this holiday season. For gamers who want to experience the ultimate digital entertainment thrill ride, Microsoft also announced a model with hundreds of dollars worth of accessories for $399.99 U.S./€399.99/£279.99, giving consumers the definitive entertainment experience at an unbelievable value right out of the box.
The Xbox 360 and Xbox 360 Core System — along with an impressive lineup of high-definition game titles from the world’s best publishers and developers — will make their debut in North America, Europe and Japan in time for this Christmas holiday, several months ahead of the competition. Although details for the Japan launch will be addressed at the Tokyo Game Show in September, the unprecedented three-region launch signifies an industry first.
The Xbox 360 platform will deliver the most powerful console, the best games, the next generation of the Xbox Live® service, and amazing digital entertainment experiences never seen in console entertainment.“The sheer entertainment value of Xbox 360 cannot be overstated,” said Robbie Bach, chief Xbox officer for Microsoft. “While the system has the muscle to power awe-inspiring graphics, audio and online play, it’s also got the intelligence to serve as a one-of-a-kind entertainment device that plays CDs, DVDs, MP3s and digital content from an array of devices, including portable music players and digital cameras.”
With its built-in Ethernet port and free Silver level of service right out of the box, Xbox 360 also connects players to Xbox Live, the premier global online console games and entertainment network. With Xbox Live, gamers can chat with friends online, build and share gamer profiles, send and receive text and voice messages, and access Xbox Live Marketplace for new content such as game demos, trailers and casual games from Xbox Live Arcade. Subscribers to the Gold level of service will also enjoy access to online multiplayer gaming in their favorite games, as well as great promotional programs such as worldwide tournaments, the chance to play online with their favorite celebrities, and opportunities to win big prizes.
For gamers who want the ultimate experience (and the best value) right out of the box, Microsoft will offer the $399.99 U.S./€399.99/£279.99 Xbox 360 console. This premium edition — distinguished by signature metallic detailing on the console itself — comes fully loaded for the ultimate gaming experience, with components and accessories that would cost more than $200 if sold separately:
• Xbox 360 console. Sexy styling that packs a punch — three powerful core processors are poised to pump out 720p/1080i output, 16×9 cinematic aspect ratio, anti-aliasing for smooth textures, full surround sound and DVD playback right out of the box.
• Xbox 360 Hard Drive (20 GB). 20 GB and detachable, the hard drive allows gamers to store their games, music, downloaded trailers, levels, demos and community-created content from Xbox Live Marketplace.
• Xbox 360 Wireless Controller. Hassle-free high-performance precision wireless gaming features the Xbox® Guide Button for quick access to digital movies, music and games libraries as well as a range and battery life of up to 30 feet and 30 hours of life on two AA batteries.• Xbox 360 Faceplate. The removable Faceplate comes in stylish “chill” (white) and can be swapped out with custom Faceplates to reflect gamers’ personalities or decor.
• Xbox 360 Headset. This lets gamers strategize with teammates or trash-talk opponents while playing games on Xbox Live.
• Xbox 360 Component HD-AV Cable. This connects gamers to the world of Xbox 360 games and graphics through high-definition and standard-definition connections.
• Xbox Live Silver membership. With this, gamers can chat with friends online, send and receive voice and text messages, and access new content from Xbox Live Marketplace demos such as trailers and casual games from Xbox Live Arcade.
• A bonus Media Remote. Included for a limited time, the integrated control center for the entire digital experience lets consumers play DVDs, movies and music, as well as access their Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005-based PC’s controls with a single remote.
At $299.99 U.S./€299.99/£209.99, the Xbox 360 Core System comes standard with what consumers need to jump right into next-generation games and media, and is fully expandable to the complete Xbox 360 experience:
• Xbox 360 console. As with the premium edition, three powerful core processors pump out 720p/1080i output, 16×9 cinematic aspect ratio, anti-aliasing for smooth textures, full surround sound and DVD playback right out of the box.
• Xbox 360 Controller. This wired controller features an extended nine-foot cable and a comfortable, enhanced ergonomic design.
• Xbox 360 Faceplate. Like no other console before, the Xbox 360 console allows customization and a removable Faceplate that comes in stylish “chill” (white), which can be swapped out with other custom Faceplates to reflect gamers’ personalities or decor.
• Xbox 360 Standard AV Cable. This connects gamers to the world of Xbox 360, delivering great next-generation graphics and games using standard-definition connections.
The Xbox 360 console also comes ready for customization. With an array of Xbox 360 accessories, gamers can trick out their systems to suit their individual tastes and personalize their experiences. In addition to an ever-growing selection of eye-catching Faceplates ($19.99 U.S./€19.99/£14.99), Xbox 360 Controller (estimated retail price $39.99 U.S./€34.99/£24.99*) and Component HD AV Cable (estimated retail price $39.99 U.S./€29.99/£19.99*), the lineup includes a wealth of accessories that brings next-generation gaming entertainment to its optimum:
• Xbox 360 Hard Drive (20 GB). 20 GB and detachable, the hard drive allows gamers to store their games, music, downloaded trailers, levels, demos and community-created content from Xbox Live Marketplace and more (estimated retail price $99.99 U.S./€99.99/£69.99*).
• Xbox 360 Memory Unit (64 MB). Easily portable, this lets gamers save games, in-game achievements and unique gamer profiles for quick and easy access on the go (estimated retail price $39.99 U.S./€34.99/£22.99*).
• Xbox 360 Wireless Controller. The same hassle-free high-performance precision wireless gaming that comes with the premium edition features the Xbox Guide Button for quick access to digital movies, music and games libraries as well as a range and battery life of up to 30 feet and 30 hours of life on two AA batteries (estimated retail price $49.99 U.S./€44.99/£32.99*).
• Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit. This allows plug and play for high-performance, precision wireless gaming with the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller. Gamers will be given ample warning when the end of battery life is nearing so they can connect the Play & Charge cable for uninterrupted play (estimated retail price $19.99 U.S./€19.99/£14.99*).
• Xbox 360 rechargeable battery pack. This provides up to 25 hours of gameplay for wireless gaming fun (estimated retail price $11.99 U.S./€14.99/£9.99*).
• Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter. With this, gamers can chat with friends and play games via Xbox Live, as well as stream videos and music to Xbox 360 from a Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005-based PC, all without the clutter of wires (estimated retail price $99.99 U.S./€79.99 /£59.99*).
• Xbox 360 Headset. This heightens the Xbox Live experience by letting gamers strategize with teammates or trash-talk opponents while playing games (estimated retail price $19.99 U.S./€19.99/£14.99*).
• Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote. Sold as an accessory, this integrated control center for the entire digital experience lets consumers play DVDs, movies and music, as well as control a TV and their Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005-based PC controls with a single controller (estimated retail price $29.99 U.S./€29.99/£19.99*).
• Xbox 360 S-Video AV Cable (U.S. only) Xbox 360 SCART AV Cable (Europe only). This versatile cable works for both high-definition and standard-definition TVs that use S-Video or composite video inputs. It provides optimal audio and video signal transfer (estimated retail price $29.99 U.S./€24.99/£17.99*).
• Xbox 360 VGA HD AV Cable. Gamers can experience high-definition gaming on flat-panel TV or VGA monitors. This cable provides optimal audio and video signal transfer (estimated retail price $39.99 U.S./€29.99/£19.99*).
“With both the Xbox 360 and the Xbox 360 Core System, we’re offering consumers real choice and real value,” said Peter Moore, corporate vice president of worldwide marketing and publishing for the Home Entertainment Division at Microsoft. “We’re bringing true next-generation experiences into gamers’ living rooms this Christmas holiday.”
*subject to change
Microsoft Announces Xbox 360 Price for Europe and North America: Starts at $299.99 U.S./€299.99/£209.99Feature-packed system brings high-definition gaming to the masses this holiday season.
LEIPZIG, Germany — Aug. 17, 2005 — Ending weeks of speculation about which upcoming video game platform will give gamers the most bang for their buck, today at the German Games Convention, Microsoft Corp. revealed that consumers can get their hands on Xbox 360™ — the most powerful and feature-packed next-generation video game and entertainment system — for as little as $299.99 U.S./€299.99/£209.99 starting this holiday season. For gamers who want to experience the ultimate digital entertainment thrill ride, Microsoft also announced a model with hundreds of dollars worth of accessories for $399.99 U.S./€399.99/£279.99, giving consumers the definitive entertainment experience at an unbelievable value right out of the box.
The Xbox 360 and Xbox 360 Core System — along with an impressive lineup of high-definition game titles from the world’s best publishers and developers — will make their debut in North America, Europe and Japan in time for this Christmas holiday, several months ahead of the competition. Although details for the Japan launch will be addressed at the Tokyo Game Show in September, the unprecedented three-region launch signifies an industry first.
The Xbox 360 platform will deliver the most powerful console, the best games, the next generation of the Xbox Live® service, and amazing digital entertainment experiences never seen in console entertainment.“The sheer entertainment value of Xbox 360 cannot be overstated,” said Robbie Bach, chief Xbox officer for Microsoft. “While the system has the muscle to power awe-inspiring graphics, audio and online play, it’s also got the intelligence to serve as a one-of-a-kind entertainment device that plays CDs, DVDs, MP3s and digital content from an array of devices, including portable music players and digital cameras.”
With its built-in Ethernet port and free Silver level of service right out of the box, Xbox 360 also connects players to Xbox Live, the premier global online console games and entertainment network. With Xbox Live, gamers can chat with friends online, build and share gamer profiles, send and receive text and voice messages, and access Xbox Live Marketplace for new content such as game demos, trailers and casual games from Xbox Live Arcade. Subscribers to the Gold level of service will also enjoy access to online multiplayer gaming in their favorite games, as well as great promotional programs such as worldwide tournaments, the chance to play online with their favorite celebrities, and opportunities to win big prizes.
For gamers who want the ultimate experience (and the best value) right out of the box, Microsoft will offer the $399.99 U.S./€399.99/£279.99 Xbox 360 console. This premium edition — distinguished by signature metallic detailing on the console itself — comes fully loaded for the ultimate gaming experience, with components and accessories that would cost more than $200 if sold separately:
• Xbox 360 console. Sexy styling that packs a punch — three powerful core processors are poised to pump out 720p/1080i output, 16×9 cinematic aspect ratio, anti-aliasing for smooth textures, full surround sound and DVD playback right out of the box.
• Xbox 360 Hard Drive (20 GB). 20 GB and detachable, the hard drive allows gamers to store their games, music, downloaded trailers, levels, demos and community-created content from Xbox Live Marketplace.
• Xbox 360 Wireless Controller. Hassle-free high-performance precision wireless gaming features the Xbox® Guide Button for quick access to digital movies, music and games libraries as well as a range and battery life of up to 30 feet and 30 hours of life on two AA batteries.• Xbox 360 Faceplate. The removable Faceplate comes in stylish “chill” (white) and can be swapped out with custom Faceplates to reflect gamers’ personalities or decor.
• Xbox 360 Headset. This lets gamers strategize with teammates or trash-talk opponents while playing games on Xbox Live.
• Xbox 360 Component HD-AV Cable. This connects gamers to the world of Xbox 360 games and graphics through high-definition and standard-definition connections.
• Xbox Live Silver membership. With this, gamers can chat with friends online, send and receive voice and text messages, and access new content from Xbox Live Marketplace demos such as trailers and casual games from Xbox Live Arcade.
• A bonus Media Remote. Included for a limited time, the integrated control center for the entire digital experience lets consumers play DVDs, movies and music, as well as access their Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005-based PC’s controls with a single remote.
At $299.99 U.S./€299.99/£209.99, the Xbox 360 Core System comes standard with what consumers need to jump right into next-generation games and media, and is fully expandable to the complete Xbox 360 experience:
• Xbox 360 console. As with the premium edition, three powerful core processors pump out 720p/1080i output, 16×9 cinematic aspect ratio, anti-aliasing for smooth textures, full surround sound and DVD playback right out of the box.
• Xbox 360 Controller. This wired controller features an extended nine-foot cable and a comfortable, enhanced ergonomic design.
• Xbox 360 Faceplate. Like no other console before, the Xbox 360 console allows customization and a removable Faceplate that comes in stylish “chill” (white), which can be swapped out with other custom Faceplates to reflect gamers’ personalities or decor.
• Xbox 360 Standard AV Cable. This connects gamers to the world of Xbox 360, delivering great next-generation graphics and games using standard-definition connections.
The Xbox 360 console also comes ready for customization. With an array of Xbox 360 accessories, gamers can trick out their systems to suit their individual tastes and personalize their experiences. In addition to an ever-growing selection of eye-catching Faceplates ($19.99 U.S./€19.99/£14.99), Xbox 360 Controller (estimated retail price $39.99 U.S./€34.99/£24.99*) and Component HD AV Cable (estimated retail price $39.99 U.S./€29.99/£19.99*), the lineup includes a wealth of accessories that brings next-generation gaming entertainment to its optimum:
• Xbox 360 Hard Drive (20 GB). 20 GB and detachable, the hard drive allows gamers to store their games, music, downloaded trailers, levels, demos and community-created content from Xbox Live Marketplace and more (estimated retail price $99.99 U.S./€99.99/£69.99*).
• Xbox 360 Memory Unit (64 MB). Easily portable, this lets gamers save games, in-game achievements and unique gamer profiles for quick and easy access on the go (estimated retail price $39.99 U.S./€34.99/£22.99*).
• Xbox 360 Wireless Controller. The same hassle-free high-performance precision wireless gaming that comes with the premium edition features the Xbox Guide Button for quick access to digital movies, music and games libraries as well as a range and battery life of up to 30 feet and 30 hours of life on two AA batteries (estimated retail price $49.99 U.S./€44.99/£32.99*).
• Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit. This allows plug and play for high-performance, precision wireless gaming with the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller. Gamers will be given ample warning when the end of battery life is nearing so they can connect the Play & Charge cable for uninterrupted play (estimated retail price $19.99 U.S./€19.99/£14.99*).
• Xbox 360 rechargeable battery pack. This provides up to 25 hours of gameplay for wireless gaming fun (estimated retail price $11.99 U.S./€14.99/£9.99*).
• Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter. With this, gamers can chat with friends and play games via Xbox Live, as well as stream videos and music to Xbox 360 from a Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005-based PC, all without the clutter of wires (estimated retail price $99.99 U.S./€79.99 /£59.99*).
• Xbox 360 Headset. This heightens the Xbox Live experience by letting gamers strategize with teammates or trash-talk opponents while playing games (estimated retail price $19.99 U.S./€19.99/£14.99*).
• Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote. Sold as an accessory, this integrated control center for the entire digital experience lets consumers play DVDs, movies and music, as well as control a TV and their Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005-based PC controls with a single controller (estimated retail price $29.99 U.S./€29.99/£19.99*).
• Xbox 360 S-Video AV Cable (U.S. only) Xbox 360 SCART AV Cable (Europe only). This versatile cable works for both high-definition and standard-definition TVs that use S-Video or composite video inputs. It provides optimal audio and video signal transfer (estimated retail price $29.99 U.S./€24.99/£17.99*).
• Xbox 360 VGA HD AV Cable. Gamers can experience high-definition gaming on flat-panel TV or VGA monitors. This cable provides optimal audio and video signal transfer (estimated retail price $39.99 U.S./€29.99/£19.99*).
“With both the Xbox 360 and the Xbox 360 Core System, we’re offering consumers real choice and real value,” said Peter Moore, corporate vice president of worldwide marketing and publishing for the Home Entertainment Division at Microsoft. “We’re bringing true next-generation experiences into gamers’ living rooms this Christmas holiday.”
*subject to change
Tuesday, August 16, 2005
Game Boy Micro Set For September
Just saw this pop up over at IGN.com...looks like the Game Boy Micro will be ready for a September 17, 2005 release. Now...can I find out what the thing is?
IMAGE CREDIT: WWW.IGN.COM
Stay Here For Complete Civerage From Germany
Tomorrow, at around 6:30 AM PST, major annoucments will be coming for the world of Xbox from Liepeig, Germany in their version of E3. Continual Randomness will be your place for up-to-the-minute coverage...starting at 6 AM. I will personally be searching the web for any and all updates on not one...but two computers. Stay here for any news from Xbox, GameCube, PlaySation, PSP, GBA, DS, and PC.
Xbox 360 Box?
Red Vs. Blue Season 4
Rooster Teeth confimed that the fourth season of Red V. Blue, the popular Halo mini-series, will continue on August 29, 2005. Cheek it out at redvsblue.com
Zelda's Late and the DS is Cheaper
Nintendo annouced two potentialn shockers to the world today. First, the much-anticipated Zelda: Twilight Princess has been delayed into April 2006. They cited the fact that "the game wasn't ready yet" as the reason for the delay.
Also, Nintendo annouced that starting next week, the DS will now be $129 in the US. Nintendo is obviously trying to make the most out of the anticipated Nintendogs that also goes on sale next week.
Also, Nintendo annouced that starting next week, the DS will now be $129 in the US. Nintendo is obviously trying to make the most out of the anticipated Nintendogs that also goes on sale next week.
Monday, August 15, 2005
Who I Need To Win
It's Week 20 in my Fantasy BBall league this week. It all comes down to this. $400 is on the line...and a trip to the playoffs. Heres what pitchers I need to win this week:
Carptender (Preferably a CG SO)
Oswalt
And another win by Herdandez (won tonight)
Plus a couple of saves by Codero of the Nats
Go Third Echelon!
Carptender (Preferably a CG SO)
Oswalt
And another win by Herdandez (won tonight)
Plus a couple of saves by Codero of the Nats
Go Third Echelon!
NBA 2K6: Powered By Desail
2K just annouced that Shaq, center for the Maimi Heat, will the the cover man for NBA 2K6. Does that mean that Shaq will now be totally unstoppable? Will he come with a special genie power-up? Kazaam!
Saturday, August 13, 2005
PSP 2.0 Arrives Next Week
After some pushbacks and vague annoucments, SCEA has made it "official", at least for now, that the 2.0 update for the PSP, the one with the browser update, will launch next week, August 15- 21, at some point. Until then, Wipeout Pure will have to do the trick.
TiVo Jumps on the Online Bandwagon
Looks like TiVo is working on getting connected to the Internet to directly download shows oonto its HD. Media Center PC owners may be syaing "So what?" but heres the catch: get the shows before they air. It's probably just a gimick...but still, catching an early "CSI" would be something that perks my attention.
LINK to Story
LINK to Story
Friday, August 12, 2005
Mostly Good...But Not 100%
From soem weird rating thing that uses "vaules" of words...click on pic for info. MN blog got 17% evil, TriXie's got 99% good.
Cheek This Screen Out
From Quake 4 on the 360. Looks like its real-time...and it looks good. Nothing "Oh My God!!" but still pretty nice looking. This game is looking pretty sweet!
IMAGE CREDIT: TEAMXBOX.COM
Wednesday, August 10, 2005
Current TV?
Last night I just found Current, the new Al Gore TV channel thing. I watched it probably for about 2 hours or so...and its pretty good. Different, but good.
Current dosn't have shows...it has pods. Little seven minute video things, mostly made by amatures. In between are some cool Google stats )Popular searches with "symtoms') and one commerical at a time. The channel also has old news footage from historical days, but I only saw one on the LA Riots...not to sure what else is included.
It seems like a cool channel that can keep you really hooked...but two drawbacks: No Tivo (Its listed as just one 6 hour long block) and it could get old fast
Current dosn't have shows...it has pods. Little seven minute video things, mostly made by amatures. In between are some cool Google stats )Popular searches with "symtoms') and one commerical at a time. The channel also has old news footage from historical days, but I only saw one on the LA Riots...not to sure what else is included.
It seems like a cool channel that can keep you really hooked...but two drawbacks: No Tivo (Its listed as just one 6 hour long block) and it could get old fast
Tuesday, August 09, 2005
Blogger Down
Just an update for those who, for some reason might care, Blogger will be down at 6 PST Wednesday, August 10, 2005 (thats tomorrow). My blog my not be accessable at this time.
G-Phoria 2005 Winners
Skip the boring speeches, the lame bands and the overall G4 crappyness and just read the winners below. No, I'm not physcic, nor was any hacking needed...TeamXbox posted the list last month. Here 'ya go:
Alt Sports Award Fueled by Mountain Dew
NBA Street V3
Best Adaptation
LEGO Star Wars The Video Game
Best Action Game
God of War
Best Boss
Halo 2 - Scarab Battle
Best Cinematic
God of War
Best Graphics
Half-Life 2
Best Handheld Game
The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap
Best Innovation
Katamari Damacy
Best Licensed Soundtrack
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Best Multiplayer Game
Halo 2
Best Original Game
God of War
Best Original Soundtrack
Halo 2
Best Racing Game
Burnout 3: Takedown
Best RPG Star Wars
Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords
Best Shooter
Halo 2
Best Sound Design
Halo 2
Best Traditional Sports Game
Madden NFL 2005
Best Voice Performance - Female
Half-Life 2 - Merle Dandridge
Best Voice Performance - Male
Halo 2 - David Cross
EB Gamers Choice Award
World of Warcraft
Favorite Character
God of War - Kratos
Game of the Year
Halo 2
Legend Award Presented by Jeep
Ralph Baer
So, Halo2 ends up with 7 awards...pretty good. Perhaps the biggest surprise was KOTOR 2's win...but then again, there really wern't a whole lot of good, popular RPGs this year...save maybe Fable. Expect G-Phoria 2006 to be crowded with all Xbox 360 games... I can hardly wait.
Alt Sports Award Fueled by Mountain Dew
NBA Street V3
Best Adaptation
LEGO Star Wars The Video Game
Best Action Game
God of War
Best Boss
Halo 2 - Scarab Battle
Best Cinematic
God of War
Best Graphics
Half-Life 2
Best Handheld Game
The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap
Best Innovation
Katamari Damacy
Best Licensed Soundtrack
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Best Multiplayer Game
Halo 2
Best Original Game
God of War
Best Original Soundtrack
Halo 2
Best Racing Game
Burnout 3: Takedown
Best RPG Star Wars
Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords
Best Shooter
Halo 2
Best Sound Design
Halo 2
Best Traditional Sports Game
Madden NFL 2005
Best Voice Performance - Female
Half-Life 2 - Merle Dandridge
Best Voice Performance - Male
Halo 2 - David Cross
EB Gamers Choice Award
World of Warcraft
Favorite Character
God of War - Kratos
Game of the Year
Halo 2
Legend Award Presented by Jeep
Ralph Baer
So, Halo2 ends up with 7 awards...pretty good. Perhaps the biggest surprise was KOTOR 2's win...but then again, there really wern't a whole lot of good, popular RPGs this year...save maybe Fable. Expect G-Phoria 2006 to be crowded with all Xbox 360 games... I can hardly wait.
Monday, August 08, 2005
Happy B-Day Blog!
It's offical: this blog is exactly one year old. It was this day last year when I registared for a Blogger accountant and posted my very first entry into "Continual Randomness". Since then, the blog has changed over the months, gone days without updates, and then dozens of updates in one day.
At the start, the blog was desgined for my Black Arrow days. Then it morphed into antipatication for "Star Wars Day 2004", then into a singing coutdown for Halo 2. Since November 9, it served as mostly a Halo 2 fan page...before morphing into just an all-around everything blog that it is now.
What does the future hold for Continual Randomness? I geuss whatever my future holds. Hopefully, this year maybe I'll get serious about blogging, desgin some HTML and maybe even do a PodCast with the blog. Expect more updates about better stuff, and lots more pictures and links of "random" things. This year, I'm heading right to the roots of the blog..."Continual" meaning a lot more posts, and "Randomness" meaning stuff about everything. Some of next years, which starts right now, highlights include:
- My Senoir Year at YHS, including college stuff and graduation.
- The Launch of Xbox 360, PS3, and the Nintendo Revolution.
- The (maybe) release of Bungie's next game.
- Windows Vista and its new wave of crappyness.
- More globe trotting
- Harry Potter #7 build up
- Star Wars Day 05, release of ROTS DVD and BF 2
- More Xbox Live attachments
- And more...
Thats just a list of someof the stuff I know will happen in the rest of 05 and 06. I'm sure there will be plenty of more stuff to talk about...and maybe I few surprises I know about but can't yet say.
Also, I may try to either regroup or start a new blog for this year, as the links on the side are getting kinda long.
Maybe latter I'll set up a special B-day Poll...cheek back here latter and vote.
Lastly, thanks readers. Without you, no one would read. Heres to another year just as good as this one.
StarDrummer
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