Tag Archives: Microsoft

The revamp of the original Halo will introduce the franchise to a new generation of fans, says Microsoft. Original 2001 Xbox launch game Halo will be remade and re-released in November as Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary. Celebrating ten years of the franchise, the game has been rebuilt for the Xbox …

The online hubs for Xbox and Games for Windows are to be merged on July 11th, platform holder Microsoft has announced. The move will merge the company’s disparate PC and console gaming brands. "All of the same content from GamesForWindows.com will be available on Xbox.com so members of communities across …

Despite not being due to hit retail until September 20th, an early build of Xbox 360 shooter Gears of War 3 has appeared for download on the internet. Microsoft has obviously said that it’s on the case with tracking the source down, but in the mean time it has claimed …

Upcoming XBLA title Trenched has been blocked from release due to a trademark dispute with a board game. Eurogamer reports that the game clashes with trademarks held by an abstract Portuguese board game Trench. The trademark was filed by Trench’s designer Rui Alpio Monteiro in 2007 and covers both board …

Format holder still uncertain as to the the need for 3D display on 360

Microsoft has questioned whether stereoscopic 3D gaming is something that players really want. While Sony has offered PS3 players a variety of 720p stereoscopic 3D-compatible games for use on 3D TVs, Microsoft hasn’t pushed the technology as much for Xbox 360. Gamers can currently play 360 titles such as Black …

In an interview with MCV, the EMEA VP of Xbox Chris Lewis has said that Kinect implementation in core Xbox 360 games will not happen simply for the sake of it. Earlier this month Microsoft Game Studios boss Phil Spencer said that he envisages that all first-party Xbox games will …

Cloud gaming firm 'ready to work with anyone'

Cloud gaming platform OnLive has had discussions with representatives of both Sony and Microsoft over a possible console collaboration for the service. OnLive already has some major publishing partners as well as agreements with key ISPs. Any possible tie-up with either Xbox 360 or PS3, however, would be its most …

Microsoft has announced a partnership with BMW that will see its upcoming 2012 M5 model appear first in Forza 4. Those who buy the 59.99 Limited Collector’s Edition will also gain access to 25 additional cars, with the 2012 M5 appearing as the cover star of the SKU – which …