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Xbox 360 Pro on its way: related news

Unreal Tournament III | Xbox 360 | Epic Games has made a few gamers smile after announcing that Unreal Tournament III wouldnt only be a PS3 exclusive, that it would also finds its way to the Xbox 360, in time. This time has arrived and we have fired

Epic Games has made a few gamers smile after announcing that Unreal Tournament III wouldn’t only be a PS3 exclusive, that it would also finds its way to the Xbox 360, in time. This time has arrived and we have fired up our Xbox, logged into Live and tried out this impressive frag-fest on Microsoft’s Xbox 360. Let’s see how this version stacks up and get the final verdict on the fastest FPS on the market.

New Site For Xbox 360 Games Download

Tired of the same old game that you play on your Xbox 360? Done with the same patterns and almost the same game that just changed the scenes? Well, today is the right time to discover new xbox 360 games and adventures you never encounter. There are many ways to download xbox 360 games online that will surely fit your interests. You do not have to pay for large fees because some of the xbox 360 games downloads are very cheap. It will offer you non-stop action that will boost your adrenalin rush and let you feel that you are really into it. Almost all of the games are available for easy download anywhere you are so long as you are connected to the internet. The Xbox 360 downloads are in high resolution that will provide a clearer and better gaming experience.

Xbox 360 $299 Confirmed?

There have been rumours doing the rounds of an imminent price drop for Microsoft's Xbox 360 console. The hearsay might indeed be true as advertisements were recently spotted showing the Xbox 360 selling for about $50 less than it's $350 price tag: The Xbox 360 Pro is being sold at Target's brick-and-mortar stores for $299.99. This US price drop follows a similar move in the UK. Could an Indian price drop be far behind? Given the history of the Xbox 360 in India, it could very well be; hopefully, the console will reflect its new international price come Diwali, at the latest.

Official: Xbox 360 Price Slashed Across All SKUs

It's been in rumor territory for weeks, but it's now finally official: Microsoft is cutting the price on the Xbox 360 console, Major Nelson has confirmed. After Microsoft Japan cut the prices on Xbox 360 in the land of the rising sun, today the company announced that in the U.S. the Xbox 360 Arcade model will drop to $199 (which is $50 cheaper than Nintendo's Wii), the standard ("Pro") 60GB model will drop to $299, and the Xbox 360 Elite 120GB model will come down to $399.

Puzzle Quest on XBLA Reaches Arcade Hit Status

D3Publisher, Inc. today announced that critically-acclaimed game Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords for the Xbox LIVE Arcade for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft has been inducted into the elite Arcade Hits program, which offers some of the best-selling Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 games at permanently reduced prices. An instant success with fans at its launch for Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 in October 2007, Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords delivers its popular and highly addictive game features that blend match-three puzzle gameplay with strategy, character-building elements and a persistent storyline set in the much-loved Warlords universe. The game incorporates all the best-loved Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 gameplay features like voice chat, leaderboards and online competitive play.

Smash Court Tennis(TM)3 for Xbox 360 Serves Its Way Up Into North American Retailers

NEW YORK, Aug. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Atari, Inc., one of the world's most recognized brands and a third-party video game publisher and distributor, has unleashed Smash Court Tennis(TM) 3 for the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the latest star-packed tennis smash in the renowned series from NAMCO BANDAI Games. Featuring many of the biggest names in tennis including Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova, highly realistic visuals, a host of gameplay enhancements and online play via Xbox LIVE(R) online entertainment network, Smash Court Tennis(TM) 3 has smashed its way into North American retailers. Smash Court Tennis(TM) 3 is rated E for Everyone and available for a suggested retail price of $39.99 for the Xbox 360 and available on Xbox LIVE.

Xbox 360 20GB being axed in favor of 60GB model?

So we already know about the Xbox 360 Pro price cut, and rumors of an upcoming 60GB model on the way have been floating around on the web longer than that. Now comes word from Ars Technica that today's 20GB Xbox 360 Pro will be discontinued to make room for the 60GB model. So in essence this isn't a price cut, but a clearance sale on 20GB Xbox 360s.

Xbox 360 Enlisting New Recruits for Gears of War 2 at Comic-Con 2008

Gamers can enlist to join Delta Squad from the Xbox 360 exclusive game“Gears of War 2” at Comic-Con International 2008 (July 24-27), the largest comic book and pop culture gathering of its kind. Xbox 360 is bringing this blockbuster sequel to the original five-million-selling action game to San Diego, along with renowned design director, Cliff Bleszinski of Epic Games. Comic-Con attendees may also walk away with one of two limited edition Xbox 360 consoles– featuring custom artwork by Brandon Badeaux from the upcoming“Gears of War” comic book– in exclusive giveaways being hosted in both the Xbox 360 (#5225) and DC Comics (#1915) booths.

Xbox 360 Enlisting New Recruits for Gears of War 2 at Comic-Con 2008

Gamers can enlist to join Delta Squad from the Xbox 360 exclusive game Gears of War 2 at Comic-Con International 2008 (July 24-27), the largest comic book and pop culture gathering of its kind. Xbox 360 is bringing this blockbuster sequel to the original five-million-selling action game to San Diego, along with renowned design director, Cliff Bleszinski of Epic Games. Comic-Con attendees may also walk away with one of two limited edition Xbox 360 consoles - featuring custom artwork by Brandon Badeaux from the upcoming "Gears of War" comic book - in exclusive giveaways being hosted in both the Xbox 360 (#5225) and DC Comics (#1915) booths.

Microsoft to Slash Price of Xbox 360 Pro

The Hollywood Reporter reveals that Microsoft is planning on slashing the price of its Xbox 360 Pro version of gaming console by $50 in the coming few weeks. Which means the Xbox 360 Pro will bear a price tag of $299 after the price cut.

Xbox 360 price cut next month?

Based on a leaked Kmart promotional ad, Joystiq is speculating that an Xbox 360 price cut is on the way. According to the ad, Microsoft's Xbox 360 Premium will sell for $299.99 beginning next month. How will this affect the Arcade and Elite models is anyone's guess. Rumor has it that Microsoft will be unveiling a new Xbox 360 SKU with a built-in 60GB HDD. If so, the Arcade may be getting bumped entirely, with the Premium taking its spot at $299.99 and the rumored 60GB model priced at $349.99, or perhaps MS will drop the price on the Arcade from $280 to $250 to take on the Wii directly, while the Premium will sell for $50 more than that?

Smash Court Tennis 3 Ships For Xbox 360 In North America

Atari, Inc., one of the world's most recognized brands and a third-party video game publisher and distributor, has unleashed Smash Court Tennis 3 for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the latest star-packed tennis smash in the renowned series from Namco Bandai Games. Featuring many of the biggest names in tennis including Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova, highly realistic visuals, a host of gameplay enhancements and online play via Xbox Live online entertainment network, Smash Court Tennis 3 has smashed its way into North American retailers. Smash Court Tennis 3 is rated E for Everyone and available for a suggested retail price of $39.99 for the Xbox 360 and available on Xbox Live.

Now shipping: Xbox 360 Pro 60GB

Microsoft's 60GB Xbox 360 Pro has hit store shelves a week earlier than expected, with reports of consoles being spotted at multiple brick and mortar outlets, and now Amazon lists the 60GB Xbox 360 in stock as well.

Xbox 360 price cut, 60GB model coming soon?

Xbox 360 price cut, 60GB model coming soon? If you are thinking of buying an Xbox 360 console you may want to wait a couple weeks, as reports are circulating that Microsoft will be announcing a price cut in time for this years E3 show in mid-July. The reports are based on an alleged leaked scan of an upcoming K-mart ad that shows a $50 reduction on the standard 20GB Xbox 360 console, bringing it to a $299 price point.

New Xbox 360 Dashboard Experience Installable On Hacked Xbox 360s

Some leaky monkey at or near Microsoft has just dumped the new Xbox 360 Dashboard "Experience", also known as the fall update, onto the internet. For most of us, this means that that we've got new videos like the one above that illustrate some of the features we didn't get to see at E3. For people who have a hacked Xbox 360, it means they can actually install this and try it out for themselves, but risk brickage in the process. This reminds us of the story of the tortoise and the hare, except instead of animals you have super nerds that want to install stuff months too early. [Xhavok87 via Xbox Scene]

Microsoft confirms 60GB Xbox 360 Pro...

Microsoft today preceded E3 by announcing its anticipated 60GB Xbox 360 Pro, tripling the storage of the game console. The extra space is said to be necessary for the extra amount of content owners have been likely to store since the system's launch, which includes not just larger game demos and Xbox Live Arcade games but also the ability to hold more TV shows and to rent HD movies without having to clear space. The Pro is otherwise unchanged and includes a wireless gamepad and a wired headset along with the HDMI video output that was added to the normal video port last year.

Yeah, That $299 Xbox 360 Is Definitely On the Way

There have been a few blurry screenshots floating around the web that promise a $299 Xbox 360—a $50 reduction on the current 20GB model. But these latest pictures from a Gamestop employee are by far the most conclusive. The first is of an internal document that's not to be opened until 7/13 (the Sunday before this year's E3). And in not-so-subtle letters it announces "Xbox 360 Pro Systems $299.99." The second is of all the signage:

Rock the Vote Partners With Xbox Live

Gamepolitics notes that starting next Monday, Xbox Live users will be able to register to vote using their game console. They'll also be able to participate in polls and "voice their opinions to the presidential candidates." Quoting the press release: "This is the first time that Rock the Vote has joined forces with an entertainment partner such as Xbox to reach voters under 30. Xbox LIVE is the largest online social network connected to the television, with membership totaling 12 million -- if Xbox LIVE were a state, it would rank as the country's seventh largest, giving it approximately 20 electoral votes. Xbox also will have a presence at both the Democratic and Republican conventions, promoting the Rock the Vote partnership and educating delegates about creating a safer entertainment environment on Xbox 360 and Xbox LIVE using the bui

Xbox 360 with triple memory, same price

the Redmond, Wash., software on Sunday unveiled a version of its Xbox 360 games-and-entertainment console with triple the storage space of the original machine at the same estimated retail price, $349. The new 60-gigabyte Xbox 360 will be available at retail early in August, Microsoft said. The company also cut the price of its 20GB Xbox 360 console in the U.S. and Canada to US$299 from US$349. End of Story

Xbox 360 Likely To Cost Less in U.S.

Microsoft is reported ready to cut $50 off the U.S. price for its Xbox 360 video-gaming console with a 20GB hard drive, from $349 to $299. The move for Microsoft's Xbox 360 is expected to boost sales, which have lagged behind Sony's PlayStation 3 and Nintendo's Wii. The Xbox 360 price has already been slashed $50 in New Zealand and Australia.

Xbox 360 Price Cuts Arrive in Australia, US Probably Following Soon

Normally we'd skip over Australia-only news, but the official Xbox 360 price cuts there most likely means those rumors of a drop in the US are pretty much locked in for sure (even if the European price reduction a few months ago didn't cross over). Kotaku says all three models got slashed, "with the Arcade down $50 to AUD$349, the Pro down a whopping $180 to AUD$499 and the Elite down $80 to AUD$649." With the new sticker of $349, the Xbox 360 Arcade is actually cheaper than the Wii, which is $400. Toilet flushing and the seasons aren't the only things backwards down there now. [Xbox AU via Kotaku]

Xbox 360 20 GB Price Cut "While Supplies Last"

Erik J sends word that the rumored price cut on the 20-GB Xbox 360 is true, sort of. The Seattle PI's coverage says: "But the reduction isn't exactly what it might have appeared. In reality, it's more like a clearance sale, designed to empty the shelves for a new Xbox 360 with three times the digital storage, at the same price as before... As widely reported in advance, Microsoft is dropping the price of the 20-gigabyte Xbox 360 to $299.99. The unexpected twist: Sales of that model will end when current supplies run out."

Xbox 360 Unveils Gameplay for Every Passion

Music, movies and megahits. No matter what kind of game makes your heart race the world of Xbox 360 just got bigger, broader and more exciting than ever with its blockbuster line-up. “The fantastic game line up that we have just announced articulates well how Xbox 360 has become the centre of the living room experience. Music & socialising are key components of the youth’s life in the region and games like Lips are all set to revolutionise that experience.” said Aman Sangar, Product Marketing Manager, Interactive Entertainment Business Middle East. “The holiday season for Xbox 360 is jam packed with the most anticipated sequels for blockbuster titles and we are aware that locally Gear of War 2 ranks pretty high up on that list.”. “.

More Xbox 360 Price Drops?

If you are thinking of buying an Xbox 360 you may want to wait a couple weeks. There are reports Microsoft is about to drop the price of the Xbox 360. The Hollywood Reporter is citing an anonymous source who says that the Xbox 360 will knock $50 off the price tag of its 20GB model from $349 to $299.

Microsoft sets Xbox 360 with triple memory at original price

the Redmond, Wash., software on Sunday unveiled a version of its Xbox 360 games-and-entertainment console with triple the storage space of the original machine at the same estimated retail price, $349. The new 60-gigabyte Xbox 360 will be available at retail early in August, Microsoft said. The company also cut the price of its 20GB Xbox 360 console in the U.S. and Canada to US$299 from US$349. End of Story


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