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I bought Pinball FX at launch and I'm still really enjoying it. There was word at one stage that they were working on some licensed tables. Anyone have any news about this?
 
eibboR said:
Just downloaded Undertow last night and I must say it is probably my favorite XBLA game right now. The multiplayer is fantastic fast paced fun, although people really don't play it online.

The art and audio are great pieces of work too.
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Indeed, it was better than I expected, surprisingly so. And it isn't plagued by screen tearing, unlike other certain UE3 games.

Also, about the multiplayer: read this if you want to play against others.
 
Bearillusion said:
I bought Pinball FX at launch and I'm still really enjoying it. There was word at one stage that they were working on some licensed tables. Anyone have any news about this?
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They're coming out at the same time as the licensed music for Lumines.
 
I never picked a full XBLA game yet, maybe Prince of Persia classic and one of Qs games later? Right now, my most anticipated one is definitely Omega Five.
 
Pirates Vs. Ninja Dodgeball looks interesting. I may pick it up.
I DL'd the demo for Pinball FX and wasn't impressed by the physics or the tables at all.
What ever happened to Castle Crashers? Is that in mothballs, or will it ever come out?

I'm still on the fence about Catan. I like the game a lot, but I have a feeling nobody would ever be online playing it or would drop if they lose. Anybody play it online who can report?
 
MicVlaD said:
Indeed, it was better than I expected, surprisingly so. And it isn't plagued by screen tearing, unlike other certain UE3 games.

Also, about the multiplayer: read this if you want to play against others.
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Thanks for the link. I was actually hoping to contact them and give them compliments about their game.

EDIT: I think we should have an XBLA night once every week. Anyone up for this?
 
OFLC Update:

REZ HD has been classified, hooray!

New unannounced game appears to have popped up, as it's applied for by Microsoft - Brain Challenge by Gameloft.
 
D3VI0US said:
Classified? You mean certified or what?
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Classified as in it's rated "G" or whatever. Just means we will actually get it and not get screwed over like TMNT 1989 until recently :)
 
2DMention said:
Pirates Vs. Ninja Dodgeball looks interesting. I may pick it up.
I DL'd the demo for Pinball FX and wasn't impressed by the physics or the tables at all.
What ever happened to Castle Crashers? Is that in mothballs, or will it ever come out?

I'm still on the fence about Catan. I like the game a lot, but I have a feeling nobody would ever be online playing it or would drop if they lose. Anybody play it online who can report?
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I haven't played Catan for quite some time (I'm loving free Carcasonne instead), but from everything I've heard, it's still not too hard to find a game online.
 
Check Out Xbox LIVE Arcade’s Double Header This Week as Arkadian Warriors and GripShift Arrive Wednesday!
Prepare for an action-packed dungeon crawl with Sierra Online’s “Arkadian Warriors” and experience the innovative cross genre gameplay of “GripShift®,” by Sidhe Interactive, this week on Xbox LIVE Arcade. Both games launch on Wednesday, December 12th, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PST).

Three heroic shape-shifting warriors fight to release the Land of Arkadia from the evil Gorgon’s stony gaze. In the uniquely expansive “Arkadian Warriors,” randomly generated dungeons and cooperative multiplayer hack & slash action enhances a deep single-player campaign. The robust cooperative multiplayer mode is available for two players both locally and over Xbox LIVE. Upgrading is key as players hone their skills, acquire loot and master powerful magic spells and numerous deadly weapons in a journey of mythical proportions. “Arkadian Warriors” will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E10+ by the ESRB.
• For more details on “Arkadian Warriors” please visit:
o http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/a/arkadianwarriorsxboxlivearcade/

Through a mix of sky-high platforming and stunt driving, “GripShift” combines automotive and puzzle solving skills across 120 challenging levels, 25 rubber burning race tracks and 20 deadly deathmatch arenas across four themed worlds. Zoom to victory with four players over Xbox LIVE or race solo, all while enjoying a customizable music experience! Choose your driver, unlock faster vehicles and customize your ride with new skins. Developed by Sidhe Interactive, “GripShift” is a gravity-defying thrill ride every racing fan must experience! The game will be available worldwide for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E10+ by the ESRB.
• For more details on “GripShift” please visit:
o http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/a/gripshiftxboxlivearcade/
o www.gripshiftgame.com
 
2DMention said:
I'm still on the fence about Catan. I like the game a lot, but I have a feeling nobody would ever be online playing it or would drop if they lose. Anybody play it online who can report?
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I played a ranked match yesterday and it took about a minute to find three more players. Not too bad.
 
Picked up a 3000 point card last week - definitely grabbing Gripshift. Will look at AW, I'm usually not one for that kind of game.

Incidentily, does Gripshift have support for multiplayer offline, ie; Splitscreen, or is it online only?
 
Damn, I only have 800 points, and it will be a while before another free one comes in.

Guess I'll wait for the reviews, they both look awesome.
 
Gripshift looks alright. It looks like Monkey Ball with cars. I might pick it up.. Will be the first XBLA title I've bought in a while.
 
Rlan said:
Incidentily, does Gripshift have support for multiplayer offline, ie; Splitscreen, or is it online only?
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Online only multiplayer at this stage.

The code base wasn't set up well for splitscreen multiplayer, but its something we could consider adding if there is demand and the game sells well.
 
LIVE Activity for week of 12/3 - Top Arcade Titles (Full Versions)
1 Marble Blast Ultra
2 Sonic The Hedgehog 2
3 Asteroids & Deluxe
4 Zuma
5 UNO
6 Bomberman LIVE
7 Small Arms
8 Bankshot Billiards 2
9 Worms
10 TMNT 1989 Arcade

The arcade list is based on full versions purchased.
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XBLA Hits games are taking over the charts - Marble Blast Ultra at #1 (well deserved). Zuma, Small Arms, and Bankshot Billiards 2 all made the top 10 again. This is very good news I think, will hopefully lead to more games dropping in price later on.
 
Secks4Food said:
What 400 point games do you have right now?
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Hmm...

Uno
Frogger
Smash TV
Sonic
Jetpac
Space Giraffe
Geometry Wars
Marble Blast
Small Arms (Think those two are 400 now, right?)

Don't know what else is worthwhile at 400. How did Ecco turn out?
 
Sean said:
XBLA Hits games are taking over the charts - Marble Blast Ultra at #1 (well deserved). Zuma, Small Arms, and Bankshot Billiards 2 all made the top 10 again. This is very good news I think, will hopefully lead to more games dropping in price later on.
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They need to get Cloning Clyde on there, stat.
 
The following achievements have been uncovered for Metal Slug 3.

http://www.achieve360points.com/game/metalslug3/

Achievements

1. Mission All Completed
Complete all the missions.
10 points

2. All Completed without Continue
Complete all the missions without continue.
25 points

3. Point Hunter
Achieve over 3,000,000 points.
20 points

4. Mission 1 Master
Complete Mission 1 without any miss.
10 points

5. Mission 2 Master
Complete Mission 2 without any miss.
15 points

6. Mission 3 Master
Complete Mission 3 without any miss.
20 points

7. Mission 4 Master
Complete Mission 4 without any miss.
20 points

8. Final Mission Master
Complete Final Mission without any miss.
40 points

9. Save President
Save President in the mission.
10 points

10. Hyakutaro Ichimonji
Save Hyakutaro Ichimonji.
10 points

11. No More Weapon
Complete any mission, without getting power-up items.
10 points

12. Strong Zombie
Defeat the Boss Enemy while the player is Zombie.
10 points
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Shard said:
The following achievements have been uncovered for Metal Slug 3.

http://www.achieve360points.com/game/metalslug3/

Achievements
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Anyone who gets 200/200 in that game is a god. Getting more than ~75 points seems like a total nightmare.

Has there been any news if Metal Slug 1 and 2 will be coming to XBLA? Having only MS3 seems a bit odd. I would love to get the first 2 games in the series as well.

If they ported MS1-3 with combat school and the mini-missions that would be pure heaven. Although I'm guessing this is a pure arcade port.
 
Sean said:
XBLA Hits games are taking over the charts - Marble Blast Ultra at #1 (well deserved). Zuma, Small Arms, and Bankshot Billiards 2 all made the top 10 again. This is very good news I think, will hopefully lead to more games dropping in price later on.
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Excellent! I helped contribute to that.
 
Son of Godzilla said:
Hmm...

Uno
Frogger
Smash TV
Sonic
Jetpac
Space Giraffe
Geometry Wars
Marble Blast
Small Arms (Think those two are 400 now, right?)

Don't know what else is worthwhile at 400. How did Ecco turn out?
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Ecco is decent but I notice a distinct lack of Streets of Rage 2 on that list.
 
Ecco has some god awful achievements though. Even if they're not your main consern, it's still very stupid of them.

I'd say Sonic 2, TMNT 1989, or Streets of Rage 2. Failing that, there are plenty of 800 Point games which are fantastic. Might be time to get another point card :)
 
Generally, when the achievements go up how long does it take for the game to come out? I'm really hyped for this game.
 
Shard said:
Yea, that sounds ultra Hardcore gamer to me.
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I think we should petition that MS makes an exception to the rule, and MS3 should have a total of 2000 points to distribute. THEN the achievements would be fair. :lol
 
According to ESRB, it seems Cosmic Osmo's Hex Isle may be coming to XBLA:

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http://www.hexisle.com/
 
Looks like a good week, I may have to buy both games.

Question: Whatever happened to flash games, I thought those were coming to Xbox Live with the fall update?
 
btw, last night I noticed the Canadian Video Marketplace went up, but I couldn't watch previews. Said it couldn't find my HD.

This happen to anyone else?
 
I had the same issue Mojovonio but I just assumed it had something to do with the fact that my 360 is a Japanese unit. I guess thats not the case.

Also Arkadian warriors looks good. Is it going up tomorrow?
 
Shard said:
The following achievements have been uncovered for Metal Slug 3.

Achievements
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Holy crap.

Definitely an instant nominee to the hardest achievements ever list.

I mean...it's not Robotron or SmashTV impossible...but it's pretty damn close.
 
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