Official Xbox Live Arcade Thread

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Bomberman for 600 pts? Sounds good to me. Wish it was 400 though but 600 seems fair.

Ill down load the Doritos game but im not expecting much.
 
I'm full of wonderfully stupid questions today.

Is there any way to buy just the code for a game to send to a friend? Or something? I'm in Taiwan and want to buy my brother in the States a few XBLA games for Xmas, but I don't think it's possible. I'd normally just buy the point card, but I'm pretty sure they're region-locked. Correct? What if I log onto his XBL from here and then redeem a points card...will that work?
 
AkuMifune said:
I'm full of wonderfully stupid questions today.

Is there any way to buy just the code for a game to send to a friend? Or something? I'm in Taiwan and want to buy my brother in the States a few XBLA games for Xmas, but I don't think it's possible. I'd normally just buy the point card, but I'm pretty sure they're region-locked. Correct? What if I log onto his XBL from here and then redeem a points card...will that work?
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None of what you are suggesting works.
Best way is to order a point card from Amazon and have it delivered to him.
 
I do wish you could gift games to other people like on the Wii. I've gifted about 3 or 4 games to people on the Wii, basically double dipping on the titles, for people that wouldn't have normally bought them. I don't know why Microsoft hasn't implimented the feature.
 
This week pretty much sucks for XBLA. I guess it's fine though since I'm distracted by Meteos Wars and a few other games.

Releasing only one XBLA game again is just stupid, especially when it's some dumb ad based game. I also can't believe how stingy they're being with these weekly deals. They can only manage one a deal a weak for one month? Also, how about being a bit more generous with the deals? They could only manage to knock 200 points off that XBLA game this week? It stinks of MS wanting people to end up with odd point amounts in their accounts so that they burn it on stupid themes and other junk.
 
http://www.gamerbytes.com/2008/12/puzzle_arcade_to_xbla_next_wee.php

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It seems the Xbox.com splash pages updated early this week. Puzzle Arcade has popped up, complete with a release date for the 24th of December 2008. Just in time for Christmas.

Source: Xbox.com - Puzzle Arcade
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I just recently got into Battlestar Galactica and noticed there's an XBLA game for it. I watched the trailer and wasn't very impressed. I downloaded the demo but haven't had a chance to check it out.

Anyone have some impressions of it? I liked the old school Wing Commander games and it seems to be a little bit like those from the trailer (although far less complex).

Since I doubt the online is very lively, I'd also like some single player impressions.
 
DrDogg said:
I just recently got into Battlestar Galactica and noticed there's an XBLA game for it. I watched the trailer and wasn't very impressed. I downloaded the demo but haven't had a chance to check it out.

Anyone have some impressions of it? I liked the old school Wing Commander games and it seems to be a little bit like those from the trailer (although far less complex).

Since I doubt the online is very lively, I'd also like some single player impressions.
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Play the demo for ten seconds and you won't have anymore questions.

Hint: It's awful and has 0% in common with old-school Wing Commander.
 
dskillzhtown said:
thanks for the Lode Runner info. Been waiting for that game for months now.
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http://www.gamereactor.eu/grtv/?id=3544&sid=7b47ee3c04ac4a149f6914541f9fb2cc

Recent video interview and footage

Shard said:
I call foul on this face plate, there are many titles listed on that thing that have not been released.
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I wouldn't be surprised... Anyone can do one of these things I'm sure. :P

sangreal said:
MVP only? :(
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If it's real I would get so. :P
 
http://xboxlive.ign.com/articles/939/939512p1.html

PC MMO Developer Making XBLA Game
Islands of Wakfu is set for late 2009.
by Ryan Geddes

December 18, 2008 - Ankama, developer of the free-to-play massively multiplayer online PC roleplaying game DOFUS, plans to bring a game to Xbox Live Arcade in late 2009, the company confirmed today.

Islands of Wakfu is an adventure/beat-em-up set in the world of DOFUS, with an animated-cartoony look. The game will support up to two players in co-op mode. This is Ankama's first game for a current-generation videogame console.

The title will be published by Microsoft. No details on price have been released.
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http://www.360sync.com/2008/12/19/cellfactor-psychokinetic-wars-coming-in-2009

Ubisoft announced it will be releasing CellFactor®: Psychokinetic Wars on Xbox LIVE® Arcade from premier developer Immersion Games. CellFactor: Psychokinetic Wars is a fast-paced first-person multiplayer shooter that puts players in the center of the battle of technology vs. humanity. Complete with next-gen graphics and robust gameplay, CellFactor: Psychokinetic Wars allows players to wage war by using their choice of gunfire and/or telekinetic superpowers. Players can use telekinetic energy to rip objects from the surrounding environment and hurl them at enemies or draw on their powers to create a bullet-proof energy shield that protects against gunfire. Flying, teleporting and accelerated speed abilities give players countless ways to fight the good fight with plenty of intense combat action.

The game includes four multiplayer modes supporting up to sixteen players (Death Match, Capture the Flag, Team Death Match and Assault) and features a deep single-player campaign with 30 solo challenges, ten for each of the three characters. As your score increases, you gain access to added perks such as faster stamina regeneration, increased fire power and enhanced teleporting as well as unlockable customization options for your character.

CellFactor: Psychokinetic Wars will be available on Xbox LIVE Arcade in Early 2009 and is rated “T” for Teen.
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ESRB Watch:

Stoked

Platform: Xbox 360

Rating: Teen

Content descriptors: Lyrics, Mild Suggestive Themes

Rating summary: This is a snowboarding game in which players can compete in races down mountain slopes and earn points for performing aerial tricks and stunts. Some song lyrics contain references to explicit drug use (e.g., "Smoke ganja no cigar," "stash/lick coke off of cash" and "your little brother stopped smoking da crack") and sexual innuendo (e.g., "Holding her close so she can feel me grow more into the mood with her grin spilling over"). A snowboard design depicts the words, "Live Nude Girls."
 
ESRB Watch Part 2: Sega Classics

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 SEGA Everyone Comic Mischief Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3
Gunstar Heroes SEGA Everyone 10+ Cartoon Violence Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3
Phantasy Star II SEGA Everyone Mild Animated Violence Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3
Comix Zone SEGA Everyone Animated Violence Windows PC, Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3
 
Shard said:
ESRB Watch:

Stoked

Platform: Xbox 360

Rating: Teen

Content descriptors: Lyrics, Mild Suggestive Themes

Rating summary: This is a snowboarding game in which players can compete in races down mountain slopes and earn points for performing aerial tricks and stunts. Some song lyrics contain references to explicit drug use (e.g., "Smoke ganja no cigar," "stash/lick coke off of cash" and "your little brother stopped smoking da crack") and sexual innuendo (e.g., "Holding her close so she can feel me grow more into the mood with her grin spilling over"). A snowboard design depicts the words, "Live Nude Girls."
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I thought Stoked was a retail game...
 
Shard said:
ESRB Watch:

Stoked

Platform: Xbox 360

Rating: Teen

Content descriptors: Lyrics, Mild Suggestive Themes

Rating summary: This is a snowboarding game in which players can compete in races down mountain slopes and earn points for performing aerial tricks and stunts. Some song lyrics contain references to explicit drug use (e.g., "Smoke ganja no cigar," "stash/lick coke off of cash" and "your little brother stopped smoking da crack") and sexual innuendo (e.g., "Holding her close so she can feel me grow more into the mood with her grin spilling over"). A snowboard design depicts the words, "Live Nude Girls."
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ESRB Watch Part 2: Sega Classics
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Aren't these part of the compilation ?
 
Shard said:
ESRB Watch Part 2: Sega Classics

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 SEGA Everyone Comic Mischief Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3
Gunstar Heroes SEGA Everyone 10+ Cartoon Violence Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3
Phantasy Star II SEGA Everyone Mild Animated Violence Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3
Comix Zone SEGA Everyone Animated Violence Windows PC, Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3
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Gunstar Heroes. GUNSTAR HEROES!

They had online coop in Golden Axe and Streets of Rage, so they might have coop for GUNSTAR FREAKING HEROES!

YAY!
 
That looks like a full blown FPS.. nice to see that on the arcade. I hope it controls well, looks like it may be in line with Quake or Unreal as far as gameplay.
 
Is the Puzzle Quest expansion worth the 700 pts? Downloaded the game this week and it was pretty much all I played, so addictive. Price for the dlc seems kinda steep though
 
Darunia said:
Is the Puzzle Quest expansion worth the 700 pts? Downloaded the game this week and it was pretty much all I played, so addictive. Price for the dlc seems kinda steep though
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In my opinion, a huge NO.

I bought the game and the expansion as soon as they came out. The game is fantastic, played for hours, loved every minute.

The expansion, however, is half-baked, and worse, short. If I remember well it took me around 2 hours to finish every new quest (and there is only a hand of them). For 200 pts, yes, but for 700? Hell no.
 
Darunia said:
Is the Puzzle Quest expansion worth the 700 pts? Downloaded the game this week and it was pretty much all I played, so addictive. Price for the dlc seems kinda steep though
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If you're going to play online multi-player, I'd say yes. The four new classes are must-play. In terms of game content, it's rather light. If you're looking for a ton of new missions, it's somewhat disappointing on that front. If you play online multi-player though, the four new classes are must-haves. I have maxed out chars in all four of the new classes, so it's well worth it for me.
 
Puzzle Arcade is coming to XBLA this week

Eidos Announces PUZZLE ARCADE

The First Interactive Jigsaw Puzzle Game on Xbox LIVE Arcade

Monday 22nd December/... Eidos Interactive, creator of some of the world’s leading videogame properties, introduces PUZZLE ARCADE, an interactive jigsaw puzzle game coming to Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft this Christmas.

PUZZLE ARCADE delivers a fun-filled, finely-tuned jigsaw building engine making full use of the Xbox LIVE service and LIVE Vision camera, with head-to-head and co-op play, both over Xbox LIVE and on the console.

“PUZZLE ARCADE is an easy to play and genuinely fun and innovative game.” said Paul O’Sullivan, Business Development Manager for PUZZLE ARCADE. “It’s perfectly suited to the platform because you can personalise it by snapping a quick picture using the LIVE Vision camera and then challenge friends to complete and uncover your picture. Social gameplay appeals to Xbox LIVE Arcade users and PUZZLE ARCADE offers a truly inclusive multiplayer experience to subscribers. Have a free trial online and see what you think.”
Fully customisable, PUZZLE ARCADE boasts a variety of game modes and difficulty levels and has a gradual learning curve which reveals the depth and scope of potential game play available.

There are multiplayer options, lots of achievements to unlock and also fractal puzzles - which when completed, reveal the finished image’s place within a much bigger picture - providing PUZZLE ARCADE with possibly some of the biggest online jigsaw puzzles ever created.

PUZZLE ARCADE is available on Xbox LIVE Arcade from the 24th December.

PUZZLE ARCADE’s key features include:

• A wide choice of puzzle images, including downloadable puzzle packs
• Full support for the LIVE Vision camera to grab your own pictures and use them to make puzzles
• A range of customizable game options
• Play in the traditional way with Classic mode or try Turbo mode for a more casual experience
• A simple and intuitive control system
• 3D virtual galleries
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What happened to Shardbot? This week's XBLA game looks interesting. Has anyone played it on partnernet? Any impressions? I'm thinking of picking it up. I love anything with vision cam support.
 
Thanks for the dlc info Eggo and Chiaroscuro, looks like I'll be skipping it until (if?) they cut the price.

Right now I'm playing the copy of Gripshift that I won, awesome game really.
 
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