Official Xbox Live Arcade Thread
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This quote stands out:
Here we are, Game | Life's Bomberman LIVE hand-on impressions.
http://blog.wired.com/games/2007/06/handson_bomberm.html
http://blog.wired.com/games/2007/06/handson_bomberm.html
a Master Ninja
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DarkStar said:
Uno is the #1 "social game" on XBLA, and I think it is now officially the best selling Live Arcade game. Only consider it if you want to relax and chat with online friends and strangers.
Shard said:
The customization really sounds very detailed; great that there'll be no bitching about "REVENGE" mode as you can pretty much play it as old- or new-school as you want. Didn't get much of a feel for the gameplay from that write-up but it seems that he liked it a lot.
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DarkStar said:
I think the best advice is to turn on the XBLA auto-downloading and the low power downloads tonight, turn off the machine, wake up tomorrow and start playing some of the 70 trials games you now have. Then buy the full version of whatever experience you liked best.
You can also check out http://joaomgcd.planetaclix.pt/GafGamersLeaderboard.xml to see what's popular among people here.
BobFromPikeCreek
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Oh damnit. I forgot about Bomberman. I spent 800 points today on Worms because I couldn't think of anything else I wanted. Bah. Guess I'll have to buy a new card for that.
a new Tetris game for Xbox Live Arcade confirmed... (rated by USK yesterday)
Tetris Splash (Microsoft EPDC)
06/13/07
Genre: Arcade
http://www.xblarcade.com/node/710
Tetris Splash (Microsoft EPDC)
06/13/07
Genre: Arcade
http://www.xblarcade.com/node/710
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Hooray for Tetris. I love Tetris but wanted it on the HDD with the other arcade games. It's a great pick up and play game, not something I need to put the disc in for whenever I want to play. Sounds like someone came to their senses.
Lunar Duality returns with the second part of his preview of the Band of Bugs level editor.
http://www.xblarcade.com/node/714
http://www.xblarcade.com/node/714
I have questions regarding TMNT and Double Dragon.
TMNT:
1) Is the online solid? Will I encounter any problems if I'm in NA and am trying to play with someone in the UK?
2) Can guests jump in? Eg. 2 players from each system.
DD:
1) Is the online solid? Will I encounter any problems if I'm in NA and am trying to play with someone in the UK?
2) Can guests jump in? Eg. 2 players from each system.
3) Are the slowdowns that bad? Is the game playable/enjoyable? How does it compared to the NES's DD2 (which I loved to bits)?
TMNT:
1) Is the online solid? Will I encounter any problems if I'm in NA and am trying to play with someone in the UK?
2) Can guests jump in? Eg. 2 players from each system.
DD:
1) Is the online solid? Will I encounter any problems if I'm in NA and am trying to play with someone in the UK?
2) Can guests jump in? Eg. 2 players from each system.
3) Are the slowdowns that bad? Is the game playable/enjoyable? How does it compared to the NES's DD2 (which I loved to bits)?
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Does this mean we get Bomberman Live this Wednesday? This is the Xbox Live Arcade page on xbox.com, with a section that says "New on Xbox LIVE Arcade." Bomberman is listed, and also the last three games to come out are also listed in order of release. Is this anything to pick up a clue from?
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/livearcadexbox360/default.htm
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/livearcadexbox360/default.htm
1) Not sure, but if I recall, there were many complaints about lag and as I only played with people from my country and never encountered problems it was probably about intercontinental play.Llyranor said:
2) No, don't think so.
1) It's ok as far as I've seen.Llyranor said:
2) Well, uh, Double Dragon is a 2-player game. You can play two people on one console, but it'd be impossible to go online with it.
3) Yes. No, because it's an outdated piece of shit. It's 15 minutes long and has four levels, ie not comparable to DD2.
SHOTEH FOCK OP said:Does this mean we get Bomberman Live this Wednesday? This is the Xbox Live Arcade page on xbox.com, with a section that says "New on Xbox LIVE Arcade." Bomberman is listed, and also the last three games to come out are also listed in order of release. Is this anything to pick up a clue from?
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/livearcadexbox360/default.htm
Pretty much every time this has happened, that was the next game released. The only exception I can think of is Luxor 2, which was listed for two weeks before release.
Edit: wow it even has the price - 800 points. That's a steal for Bomberman with 8-player Live play.
GhaleonEB said:
Interesting, very interesting.
Also, Gamespot mentions a rather confusing development about Beautiful Katamari in their preview page.
http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/beautifulkatamari/news.html?sid=6172594&mode=previews
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Shard said:
What on earth!?!
Shard said:
You're right, Carcassonne was not listed on the Main Page. It was listed in an Xbox Live Newsletter, though. Everyone assumed that was a confirmation of it's imminent release at the time. Here is the post that brings this information to light, and the picture that seemed to announce Carcassonne.
Has anyone been able to get those achievements in Bankshot Billiards? It's not the greatest game, but I may play it for the achievement if they were, you know, achievable. They are so hellishly hard that I just can't be bothered. Some of them, aren't even possible (like the golf one). Anyway, just venting.
Right, I was just checking the grand XBLA release list on the Wikipedia and the calender has already been updated with the presumed releases for Wednesday.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Xbox_Live_Arcade_games_by_date
According to said list Bomberman LIVE is indeed coming this week and in addition to that they list a second game, Konami's Track and Field.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Xbox_Live_Arcade_games_by_date
According to said list Bomberman LIVE is indeed coming this week and in addition to that they list a second game, Konami's Track and Field.
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Shard said:
Don't get your hopes up. Some Hudson dude said in OXM podcast that Bomberman is coming in early/mid July.
Diablohead
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If it is bomberman this wednesday i'll have to go out and buy a points card for it, and it will give me a break from forza 2 and lost planet 
Huh, I didn't get a PR this morning. I wonder why they haven't decided what game to release yet. It seems like it's going to be Bomber Man but I'd like some confirmation. I need something new to play. I've only been playing Pac Man for the past few weeks. I'm damn good, but I could use a change of pace.
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Let's get a collective "Noooo" going if true.Mojovonio said:
GhaleonEB said:
I just got the PR from Gamerscore. It's true. It's coming.
Um... yay? I have no clue what to expect but I loves my XBLA.
PR:
This Xbox LIVE Arcade Wednesday, experience turn-based tactical combat on an insect-like scale with the newest addition to the Xbox 360, Band of Bugs! Dont let their tiny size fool you, because these bugs are armed to the teeth, ready to take your orders and spring into action.
Band of Bugs Storms onto Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday
The third Xbox LIVE Arcade title from NinjaBee, Band of Bugs builds on the success of their previous titles, Outpost Kaloki X and Cloning Clyde, and delivers quality gameplay in a unique setting. Band of Bugs is available for download beginning Wednesday, June 20th at 9 a.m. GMT (2 a.m. PDT).
Band of Bugs is a fun, strategic diversion for fans of tactical gameplay, while the unique animations and environments in the game make it a fun, approachable title for newcomers as well. Band of Bugs is one of few turn-based tactical strategy games available on Xbox LIVE Arcade. Players will enjoy unlimited variety in their gameplay choices with the Xbox LIVE Arcades first ever free built-in level editor, which they can use to create custom maps and play with friends over Xbox LIVE.
Available worldwide, Band of Bugs can be downloaded for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E for Everyone.
Game Features
Choose to play through a story-based campaign, stand-alone missions or skirmishes
Story-based campaign: Action and adventure in a single-player campaign story! Follow the adventures of young Maal as he leads an elite team of bug warriors to protect the kingdom from evil insect enemies.
Stand-alone missions: Try your hand at one of these unique single-level scenarios. These short battles include a background story, unique events and custom goals.
Skirmish: Test your skills on a variety of individual maps, including custom maps designed by the player with the in-game editor! Select a game type (Elimination, Capture, or Escape) and choose to control any party in the battle to demonstrate your superior tactical skill.
Four unique multiplayer modes for up to 4 players either locally or over Xbox LIVE, including:
Elimination: The first team to lose all the bugs in one party loses the battle!
Capture: Capture (or defend) a strong point.
Escape: Reach an escape point, or stop the enemy from reaching it.
Mission: A unique scenario with custom story, events, and goals.
Challenge friends to Spider Hunter, a more relaxed game that allows up to 8 people to join and leave on the fly!
Use the games built-in level editor to design your own custom scenarios for play against others over Xbox LIVE (a first for an Xbox LIVE Arcade game!)
Xbox LIVE Vision camera support in all Xbox LIVE multiplayer modes.
Mystery leaderboard where players earn points for items they are not told about Players can check the board and figure out what will help them get to the top of the leaderboard!
Earn up to 200 Gamerscore and 12 Achievements.
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