Tag Archives: xbox 360

Sonic Generations speeds into view

Sega has at last officially confirmed the rumours that Sonic Generations is to be the next title for its speedy blue mascot. The twist this time out is that Sonic will be playable both as he was back in his debut in 1991 and as he is now is his …

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Michael Jackson hits Kinect and Move

Today sees the release of Ubisoft’s Michael Jackson: The Experience on Xbox 360 and PS3. The game, which until today has been available only on handhelds and Nintendo Wii, takes the successful formula laid down by Just Dance and adds a healthy dose of the King of Pop. Last week …

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NPD: Strong March for DS and Xbox

Nintendo’s DS was the best selling console in the US last month, according to the latest report from stats body NPD. Overall the American physical games market fell four per cent to $1.53bn. Software fell 16 per cent to $735.4m. Overall hardware sales were up 12 per cent compared to …

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Ubisoft reveals PowerUp Heroes

PowerUp Heroes is a fresh IP from Ubisoft that lets gamers control their Xbox Live avatar and use powers to defeat other players online. The game is exclusive to Xbox 360 motion accessory Kinect and features over 20 power suits that gamers can collect. After beating an enemy, players can …

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Kinect gets first ‘adult’ title

Microsoft Xbox 360 Kinect will take a small step in the traditional heartland of gaming later this year when the device receives it’s first adult-rated title. Sega’s Rise of Nightmares has been granted an M (mature) certificate in North America. It has already been granted a BBFC 18 rating in …

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2K embraces Xboxs new family audience

The first Carnival Games title developed for Kinect will be just as big a hit as its Wii and DS predecessors, says 2K Games. The franchise debuted on Nintendo formats in 2007 and has sold over 7m copies worldwide to date. The original is one of the best-selling third party …

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MotoGP given pole position at Silverstone

Capcom is targeting thousands of F1 fans as part of a new marketing drive for MotoGP 10/11. The Xbox 360 and PS3 motorcycle racing game – released last month – will be showcased at the Formula One VIP Paddock area at the British Grand Prix. This runs from Friday, July …

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Kinect gets augmented reality game

Nintendo fans may be enjoying the augmented reality functions on their new 3DS, but THQ is bringing a similar experience to Kinect owners. Due on April 15th, the 360-exclusive Fantastic Pets allows gamers to interact with virtual animals via gestures made to the motion-sensing camera. Unlike rival titles, such as …

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