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Microsoft is to chop up previous full release Kinect Sports: Season Two into smaller, downloadable chunks. Specifically, three of the game’s individual events are to be made available for 240 Microsoft Points each – Darts vs Zombies, Ski Race and 3 Point Contest. Each will offer a total of 50 …
Read More »Have American Express? Then complete Halo 4 on Legendary and get a free trip to E3
Leading finance company American Express has teamed up with Xbox Live for a first of its kind promo offer. American Express cardholders will be offered the opportunity to unlock content, offers and experiences by syncing their eligible Cards with Xbox Live”. Members will be able to access their AMEX presence” …
Read More »Save wiping Borderlands 2 ‘virus’ spreading across Xbox Live
A bug that wipes game progress is being transmitted across Xbox Live to players of Borderlands 2. Believed to be linked to code connected to a ‘hardcore’ game mode left in by developers, the ‘Graveyard’ exploit has seemingly been affecting those who have played online with other infected players. The …
Read More »MW3 loses Xbox Live throne to Minecraft
Port of Mojang's block buster beats blockbuster shooter for number of unique users
Read More »NBA Game Time app brings live games to Xbox 360
Live NBA games are heading to the 360 via Xbox Live’s new NBA Game Time app. The app, in conjunction with NBA League Pass, will give Xbox Live Gold subs access to regular season games in 720p, for a price – those interested can purchase either a Premium or Choice …
Read More »Facebook and Twitter apps pulled from Xbox Live
Microsoft has removed the dedicated Facebook and Twitter apps from the Xbox 360 marketplace. The apps are no longer available to download for all users who have updated to the latest Xbox 360 dashboard update, which has already begun rolling out to users. The Verge reports that multiple sources familiar …
Read More »Pwned creators sign Xbox Live Europe video deal
Attention Seekers Productions, creators of Pwned and The Boot Room, has signed a deal with Microsoft to release video content on Xbox Live in Europe. The company currently produces trailers and video content for YouTube and TV as well as publishers such as EA and Codemasters. The partnership with Microsoft …
Read More »GameSpot launches Xbox video app
Popular site GameSpot has created a new app for Xbox Live that will make it easier for gamers to access its video content. The GameSpot app is now available in the UK, US and Canada, and includes a vast library of footage from the site’s video team, including event coverage, …
Read More »ToeJam & Earl comeback confirmed
Sega’s popular retro franchise ToeJam & Earl is making a comeback. Rumours of a re-release first circulated in July, but now Sega has officially confirmed an Xbox Live and PSN release for the Mega Drive title on November 7th. The game will cost 3.69. Also releasing on the same day …
Read More »IGN launches Xbox Live App
Video games media site IGN Entertainment has launched its IGN application today on Xbox Live. The application will give Xbox Live gold subscribers access to the site’s video content direct from their console. The app will stream gaming-related content including previews, guides, live streams, presentations, industry events and more. IGN’s …
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