Microsoft has officially announced that they are rolling out a mandatory system update for all Xbox 360 owners via Xbox LIVE. This new update adds voice search capabilities for Australian and New Zealand users but doesn't add any other improvements.
Starting today when you sign in to Xbox LIVE you’ll receive a prompt to accept this mandatory update. If you are signed into LIVE already, you may be signed out and asked to accept the update and you’ll be back online in a few moments.
The update is being deployed in waves, so if you haven't received it yet, give it some time and you'll eventually be prompted for it. So far, users who have updated are reporting no adverse effects (on the surface) as far as firmware-flashed 360s are concerned.
What’s in it, you ask? Behind the scenes foundational improvement that will not be visually noticeable, but will help enable an easy update this Fall. There is an area that some of you may notice: We’ve added voice search for Australia and New Zealand.
If you own a Datel controller, read more here about issues after the system update.
Created by legendary game designer Richard Garfield "Magic 2013" features ten customizable decks, new game items to unlock and introduces the option to choose what lands to tap when you cast your spells.
Face a greater challenge in the latest version of this hit franchise. Play with friends or the AI, take on new encounters and opponents, and face up to three other players in the Planechase multiplayer format.
If you missed it, you can check out the debut Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 trailer here.
Bethesda Softworks today announced that DOOM 3 BFG Edition, which includes Doom 3 and the Resurrection of Evil add-on pack with enhanced visuals, new seven-level campaign, Doom, and Doom II, has an official release date of October 16th, 2012 in North America, and October 19th, 2012 in Europe on all three major platforms.
DOOM 3 BFG Edition features re-mastered versions of both DOOM 3 and the Resurrection of Evil add-on pack, as well seven new levels of content entitled ‘The Lost Mission.’ DOOM 3 BFG Edition will be available in North America on PC for $29.99 and on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 for $39.99.
Re-mastered for both Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, DOOM 3 and it’s expansion pack offer enhanced visuals further immersing you in the demonic world like never before. DOOM 3, Resurrection of Evil, and ‘The Lost Mission’ have been optimized in 3D, featuring 5.1 surround sound, Xbox 360 Achievements, PlayStation 3 trophies, improved rendering and lighting, and a new check point save system allowing for smoother progression through the game. id Software has fine-tuned the controls to bring the intensity of the DOOM single and multiplayer experience to the consoles, and DOOM 3 now features the new armor-mounted flashlight, allowing players to illuminate dark corners and blast enemies at the same time.
DOOM 3 BFG Edition will also include the original DOOM and DOOM II games, making it the definitive collection of the genre-defining games developed by id Software, the pioneers of the first-person shooter genre.
DOOM 3 BFG Edition is slated for release in North America on October 16, 2012 and throughout Europe on October 19, 2012.
This years Summer of Arcade kicks off on July 18th with the release of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater HD. Purchase three or more titles and get 400 MSP ($5) back!
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater HD is the twelfth skateboarding video game in the Tony Hawk's series. Developed by Robomodo and Published by Activision THPS HD focuses on the satisfaction of linking tricks for maximum points.
Wreckateer
Release: July 25th, 2012
Price: 800 Microsoft Points ($10)
Wreckateer uses the Kinect to put you in control of a massive castle-wrecking Ballista. With the help of Wreck and Tinker, use 6 magic projectiles to travel the land and destroy 60 castles.
Deadlight
Release: August 1, 2012
Price: 1200 Microsoft Points ($15)
This visually stunning Cinematic Survival Platformer will challenge you to run, jump, climb, and struggle for your life as you look for answers and the ones you love.
As the mysterious warrior, Dust, you must master the ancient Blade of Ahrah to battle dozens of enemies with an intuitive combat system, take on a variety of quests, discover powerful upgrades throughout the massive, open world, and uncover the story of an ancient civilization on the brink of extinction as you fight to uncover your own past.
TT Games and Warner Bros. Interactive today announced that the free playable demo for LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes is now available for download from Xbox LIVE. The demo weighs in at 1.03 GB.
In LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes, the Dynamic Duo of Batman and Robin join other famous super heroes from the DC Universe including Superman, Wonder Woman and Green Lantern to save Gotham City from destruction at the hands of the notorious villains Lex Luthor and the Joker. Batman fans of all ages will enjoy a new and original story filled with classic LEGO videogame action and humor as players fight to put the villains back behind bars. Collect 50 DC Comics characters, flex your new super abilities, and master new suits and gadgets.
To download the free demo from Xbox LIVE click the link just after the screenshots and add the game to your download queue.
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Infinity Ward has announced that the latest set of multiplayer maps for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 will become available June 19th for premium members of the Call of Duty: Elite service.
Content drops 13-15 includes three multiplayer maps for the new Face Off mode and one Spec Ops mission. Content drop 13-15 also includes 3 brand new achievements to unlock for Artic Recon: Stay Frosty (15G), Sub Zero (25G) and Dr0n3d (35G).
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