Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members get four free games, two on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, and two on Xbox 360, as part of the Games With Gold program this month. April 2022's lineup includes over $74.96 in value and up to 3200 in gamerscore. If you're not an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate member yet, sign up here and get your first month for just $1.
April 2022's Games with Gold lineup includes the Xbox One titles Another Sight and Hue, and through backwards compatibility, the Xbox 360 titles Outpost Kaloki X and MX vs ATV Alive.
Xbox Live Gold members will have exclusive access to these games for a limited time as part of Games with Gold. So will Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (@XboxGamePass) members, who receive all the fantastic benefits of Gold plus access to over 100 high-quality games with Xbox Game Pass.
Switch between two characters – the intrepid teen Kit, and the mysterious red-furred cat Hodge, as you explore the late Victorian era London in this the steampunk fantasy platform adventure. With an emphasis on culture and character and packed with historical cameos, Another Sight focuses on the emotional development of the relationship between its two protagonists as they rely on each other to traverse the cleverly designed levels.
Unlock a world of colors in this beautiful platform puzzler. Search through a gray world for your mother who has turned an impossible color due to the fracturing of the Annular Spectrum. Find the shards and make obstacles disappear to reveal new pathways and more puzzles. The further you go, the more colors you unlock and the tougher it gets.
Build your intergalactic tycoon empire. When life gives you lemons, blast into space and start selling lemonade. And while you’re at it, why not add on an arcade, singles bar, or whatever your entrepreneurial big tycoon brain can cook up? Keep the aliens happy and rake in the cash.
Gear up for some aggressive racing across a wide variety of tracks. Feel total control of your customizable rider and bike with the Rider Reflex. Have fun ripping thru the mud, sand, and snow as you own the competition.
Titles are available as free downloads for qualifying Xbox Live Gold members in all markets where Xbox Live is available. Some regions may offer different titles depending on market availability.
The guys over at Xbox 360 Rally have done a fantastic job and gone to all the effort of writing up a Complete List of FREE Xbox 360 Live Marketplace Downloads..
Kudo's must go to the guys for putting in such a great effort..
Please remember that this is a US-based list! If you live in, say, Canada or the EU and see items on here that are region specific.
The Xbox LIVE Marketplace is a true cornucopia of stuff. Whether it be classic arcade games like Paperboy, Time Pilot and Contra, or downloadable content for your favorite games, like Santa Claus outfits for Saints Row and expansions for Oblivion, Xbox LIVE is chock full o’ stuff for just about everyone. If you have the MS Points, you can open the door to all the world’s delight and joy.
But what if you’re broke? Are you just left outside in the snow, to stare in the window from behind the bushes to see all the joyous boys and girls playing with their horse armor and their extra Crackdown skins? Of course not! There’s stuff for you, too, cheap ass!
In fact, there is a LOT of free stuff for you. Whether it be extra content for your favorite game, or the most worthless of things (*coughgamerpicscough*), there is a surprisingly large amount of free stuff for your downloading delight on Xbox LIVE.
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”! Don’t let their tiny size fool you, because these bugs are armed to the teeth, ready to take your orders and spring into action.
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 Arcade’s 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.
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Three Locust Hordes, Two Race Cars and a Piñata in a Pear Tree.
From naughty to nice, Xbox 360 has something for everyone this holiday season: more than 160 high-definition games and a host of new accessories make up the best 12 days ever.
REDMOND, Wash. — Nov. 16, 2006 — It’s mid-December. Your fridge is barren — no milk, no bread, not even condiments, never mind the figgy pudding. You’ve got a holiday shopping list that rivals the most popular high-schooler’s buddy list, but have yet to set foot in a single store. You can’t put on your shoes without breaking into a cold sweat thinking of stocking stuffers. How did it get to this point? The good news is it doesn’t have to be this way. With 160 games, including the highly anticipated “Gears of War” and kid favorite “Viva Piñata™,” a smorgasbord of cool accessories, and the ultimate gift that keeps on giving — the Xbox Live® online entertainment network — the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft Corp. comes to your rescue with the perfect gift designed to meet the needs of every person’s interest, budget or age on your holiday shopping list.
For the Nice …
Who knows how they do it, but these folks make you want to be a better person. Reward them for their good behavior with these family-friendly offerings on Xbox 360, many of which can’t be played anywhere else:
Viva Piñata “Viva Piñata” (Rare Ltd.) Following the hit animated TV series “Viva Piñata” on Fox Saturday mornings, the game “Viva Piñata” makes its exclusive debut on Xbox 360. The Viva Piñata world is an evolving paradise where players of all ages create an immersive environment to attract and care for the more than 60 species of wild-roaming piñata animals for hours of challenge and fun for the whole family. MSRP (manufacturer’s suggested retail price): $49.99 (all prices are U.S.)
Bionicle Heroes “BIONICLE Heroes” (Eidos Interactive Ltd.) takes you to the amazing island of Voya Nui, a world filled with BIONICLE heroes and villains, past and present. Take control of the heroic Toa Inika and battle the villainous Piraka in a fight for the future of the island. Explore jungles, volcanoes and mountains on the mysterious island in this epic quest. To survive you must master the unique weapons and abilities of the Toa to battle through the ultimate BIONICLE adventure and emerge victorious. MSRP: $29.99
LEGO® Star Wars® II: The Original Trilogy “LEGO® Star Wars® II: The Original Trilogy” (LucasArts) combines the fun and endless customization of LEGO play with a hilarious, tongue-in-cheek take on the epic story, characters and action from the classic “Star Wars” episodes IV, V and VI films. Available for Xbox 360, MSRP: $49; Xbox, MSRP: $39; and Games for Windows, MSRP: $29
Sonic The Hedgehog “Sonic The Hedgehog” (Sega Corp.) redefines his trademark speed for the most intense, high-velocity adventure yet! Blaze through enormous and exotic worlds with all-new custom moves and take on Dr. Eggman and his horde of robotic minions to rescue a princess in peril. MSRP: $59.95
Cars Disney-Pixar’s “Cars” (THQ Inc.). Based on the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars” is a high-performance interactive experience in the open world created in the film, challenging you to relive the excitement created by Lightning McQueen and his friends. Discover unique characters and environments inspired by the film with more than 10 playable characters and 30 races and minigames to choose from. MSRP: $39.99
Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged Volume 1 “Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged Volume 1” (Microsoft) provides a taste of the Xbox Live Arcade experience for gamers everywhere, with a great collection of new and original casual games, including “Geometry Wars®: Retro Evolved” (Bizarre Creations Ltd.), “Bejeweled® 2” (PopCap Games Inc.), “Wik: Fable of Souls” (Reflexive Entertainment Inc.), “Texas Hold ’Em” (TikGames LLC), “Hardwood Backgammon®” (Silver Creek Entertainment) and “Outpost Kaloki X” (NinjaBee/Wahoo Studios Inc.). Not only are these games fun, engaging, and easy to learn and pick up and play, but each purchase of this compilation includes a free one-month Xbox Live Gold subscription and several downloadable Xbox Live Arcade title demos including “UNO®,” “Marble Blast Ultra” and “Feeding Frenzy™.” MSRP: $39.99
… The Naughty
They’re bad and they know it. And yet they do nothing but make you laugh or challenge you to save them, so you can’t help wanting to lavish them with gifts this holiday season. These gritty games should be right up their alley:
Gears of War “Gears of War” (Epic Games Inc.) thrusts gamers into humankind’s epic battle for survival against the Locust Horde, a nightmarish race of creatures that surfaces from the bowels of the planet. Blending the best of tactical action games with the best of survival horror titles, “Gears of War” features beautifully rendered interactive environments with high-definition visuals. Sign into Xbox Live Gold and enjoy the ultimate in multiplayer “Gears of War” action with friends. MSRP: $59.99
Call of Duty® 3 “Call of Duty® 3” (Activision), the follow-up to one of the best-selling next-generation titles, delivers the intensity of being closer than ever to the fury of combat during the historic campaign that made the liberation of Paris possible. Combined arms and team-based combat provide unprecedented depth and variety by allowing up to 24 players to battle it out online. “Call of Duty 3” also offers soldier classes, each with specific abilities and a ranking system, for truly diversified squad combat. MSRP: $59.95
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®: Vegas “Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®: Vegas” (Ubisoft Entertainment) sees Rainbow operatives take to the chaotic streets of Las Vegas as an escalating terrorist siege in “Sin City” threatens to take world terrorism to new, uncontrollable heights. The future of global security hangs in the balance as you battle to defend classic Vegas locations and environments such as Fremont Street, the Strip and casinos. Pair this game with the Xbox Live Vision Camera to put your face on your character as you play competitively or cooperatively on Xbox Live Gold. MSRP: $59.99
F.E.A.R.™ “F.E.A.R.™” (First Encounter Assault Recon) (Sierra Entertainment Inc.) is the award-winning first-person shooter that melds an intense combat experience with an engaging and richly atmospheric story. “F.E.A.R.” immerses you in an blend of stylized first-person combat and paranormal horror in which you are an elite soldier trained to deal with situations that are unexplainable. “F.E.A.R.” contains single-player and multiplayer campaigns as well as a unique Instant Action mode that will keep your senses on edge and your trigger finger itching. MSRP: $59.99
Saints Row “Saints Row” (THQ) gets started in Stilwater — an open-world city with attitude, a city controlled by rival gangs, a city YOU are about to take over. As a low-level thug in the 3rd St. Saints, you’ll do what it takes to get the money and build the respect to power your way past rival gangs standing in your way. And when you’re ready to Protect Tha Pimp, collect Big A$$ Chains, cruise your Blinged Out Ride and have an old fashioned Gansta Brawl, visit Xbox Live Gold for expansive online play. MSRP: $59.99
Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Double Agent® “Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Double Agent®” (Ubisoft) brings Sam Fisher back, but he’s never faced an enemy like this before. This time he must infiltrate and destroy a terrorist cell from within. For the first time ever, experience the relentless tension and gut-wrenching dilemmas of life as a double agent. Lie, sabotage, kill, betray. How far will you go to complete your mission? Available for Xbox 360, MSRP: $59.99; and Games for Windows, MSRP: $49.99
… And Everyone in Between
Maybe they forgot to take out the trash a few times because they were obsessed with the “big game” on TV, or didn’t return a couple of phone calls. No big deal. Show them you love them anyway with these stellar titles:
Madden NFL 07 “Madden NFL 07” (EA Sports) is the exclusive video game license of the NFL and PLAYERS INC. “Madden NFL 07” continues to be the No. 1 football franchise in history. Now you can step up as the lead blocker to create a hole, and then take control of the tailback and smash through, overpower or slash away from would-be tacklers as you fight for every yard. With the game’s increased focus this year on running backs, you’ll experience a game-breaking ground attack featuring all-new jukes, cutbacks and the skills to emulate distinct running styles of your favorite backs. New Xbox 360 exclusive features include Mini-Camp to get players in shape, the Replay Challenge to throw the red flag and Madden Gamer Level to track your standings while playing in Franchise mode. MSRP: $59.99
Need for Speed™ Carbon “Need for Speed™ Carbon” (Electronic Arts Inc.) delivers the next generation of adrenaline-filled street racing. “Need for Speed Carbon” will challenge you to face the ultimate driving test on treacherous canyon roads. “Need for Speed Carbon” also delivers the next generation of customization, giving you the power to design and tweak your crew’s cars in every way, using the groundbreaking new Autosculpt™ technology. Represent your car class, your crew and your turf in “Need for Speed Carbon,” a revolution in racing games. As the police turn up the heat, the battle ultimately shifts to Carbon Canyon, where territories and reputations can be lost on every perilous curve, so you’ll want to pair this title with the Xbox 360 Wireless Wheel to gain every edge you can get. MSRP: $59.95
NBA 2K7 “NBA 2K7” (2K Sports) is the latest installment of the No. 1-rated NBA 2K series and features breathtaking graphics, tight controls and a revolutionary shooting game. “NBA 2K7” delivers a new benchmark in high-level player detail with Signature Style player animations that add a new level of gameplay strategies as gamers adjust to the different shooting styles of each NBA player. ESPN The Magazine called “NBA 2K7” “Arguably, the best basketball game ever made.” MSRP: $59.99
Tiger Woods PGA® Tour 07 “Tiger Woods PGA® Tour 07” (EA Sports) features the thrills of championship Sunday on 12 championship courses and the most realistic looking golfers in a video game. By using revolutionary Universal Facial Capture or UCAP technology, world-class golfers such as Tiger Woods, Chris DiMarco, Mike Weir, Colin Montgomerie and Luke Donald have the same reactions, emotions and characteristics in the game as they do out on the PGA Tour MSRP: $59.99
WWE® Smackdown vs. Raw® 2007 “WWE® Smackdown vs. Raw® 2007” (THQ) cranks up the intensity of being a World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. Superstar with new, unparalleled levels of choice and control. The No. 1 wrestling franchise in the world delivers the next generation of WWE video games with key new features, incredible graphics and engaging, highly realistic WWE action in and out of the ring. MSRP: $59.95
Tony Hawk’s Project 8 “Tony Hawk’s Project 8” (Activision). Re-engineered from the ground up for Xbox 360, “Tony Hawk’s Project 8” immerses you in the definitive skateboarding experience, using ultra-realistic graphics, enhanced physics and extremely responsive controls that simulate the feeling of skating with every trick and bail. The game challenges you to experience the intensity and pressure of skating against some of the world’s top amateurs in true-to-life competitions as you aim to become the No. 1 skater. MSRP: $59.95
Jeff Bell, corporate vice president of global marketing for the Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft, understands your holiday gift-giving plight: “This year, give friends and family the freedom to personalize their entertainment experiences on Xbox 360. With award-winning titles like ‘Gears of War’ and ‘Viva Piñata’ and a console that lets them play games in high definition, connect to friends on Xbox Live, and enjoy downloadable games, movies, music and photos, you will find the very best in interactive entertainment to satisfy every wish list.”
Xbox 360 and Games for Windows Accessories: More Ways to Play
The roster of cross-platform accessories continues to give gamers more ways to experience their favorite games and movies and stay connected with friends. Gamers will be able to take the thrill of wireless gaming one step further on the Xbox 360 console and Windows®-based PC, with the following accessories this holiday:
Xbox 360 Live Vision Camera "Xbox 360 Live Vision Camera" will change the face of your gaming experience — literally. Face-in-game technology lets you try your best poker face on opponents, and get a read on theirs, while you play “World Series of Poker”; classic “UNO” gets a “facelift” with video chat, putting even the best bluffers to the test. It’s the first next-generation video camera that integrates with Xbox 360 and Xbox Live to bring interactive gaming to life and true video chat to the Xbox Live community. And that’s a great way to connect with relatives who couldn’t be home for the holidays. Vision, MSRP: $39.99; Vision Gold, MSRP: $79.99
Xbox 360 Wireless Headset "Xbox 360 Wireless Headset" heightens the Xbox Live experience by letting gamers strategize with teammates or trash-talk opponents while playing games. Its stylish design and premium voice quality provide for a great interactive gaming experience — no strings attached. MSRP: $59.99
· Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel places you in the professional driver’s seat. With the latest technology in wireless and force feedback, form and function are placed into high-speed, gaming motion. MSRP: $149.99
If the gamers in your household also received a high-definition TV, they’ll want the gear that helps them get the most out of it. The Xbox 360 HD DVD Player lets gamers get the ultimate HD experience a DVD can offer:
Xbox 360 HD DVD Player "Xbox 360 HD DVD Player" gives Xbox 360 fans the ultimate choice in creating their own high-definition entertainment experiences. Want to outfit your system with the power to play back the latest in high-definition DVD movies? Just connect the Xbox 360 HD DVD Player to your Xbox 360 and be blown away by HD DVD movies at six times the resolution of DVD. With the Xbox 360 HD DVD player, Microsoft makes it easy by offering the most affordable way for Xbox users to jump into the next generation of DVD technology. MSRP: $199.99
About Microsoft Game Studios
Microsoft Game Studios is a leading worldwide publisher and developer of games for the Xbox and Xbox 360 video game systems, the Windows operating system and online platforms. Comprising a network of top developers, Microsoft Game Studios is committed to creating innovative and diverse games for Windows (http://www.microsoft.com/games), including such franchises as “Age of Empires®,” “Flight Simulator” and “Zoo Tycoon®”; Xbox® and Xbox 360 (http://www.xbox.com), including such games as “Gears of War” and franchises such as “Halo®,” “Fable®,” “Project Gotham Racing®” and “Forza Motorsport™”; and MSN® Games (http://www.games.msn.com), the official games channel for the MSN network and home to such hits as “Bejeweled” and “Hexic®.”
About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is the most powerful video game and entertainment system, delivering the best games, the next generation of the premier Xbox Live online gaming network, and unique digital entertainment experiences that revolve around gamers. Xbox 360 is expected to have a catalog of 160 high-definition games and to be available in 37 countries by the end of 2006. More information can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/xbox360.
About Xbox Live
Xbox Live is the first and only unified online entertainment network seamlessly integrated throughout the entire console experience, making it easy for people to find the friends, games and entertainment they want from the moment they power on their Xbox 360 system. Xbox Live connects millions of members across 24 countries to enjoy hundreds of multiplayer games, downloadable games via Xbox Live Arcade, free and premium playable game demos, music videos, and movie trailers, as well as new game levels, characters and vehicles for all their favorite retail games. More information can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/en-us/live.
About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
'Frogger', 'Galaga', 'Street Fighter II' Hyper Fighting', and Pac-Man make their next-gen debut on Wednesday's this summer – bringing exciting new retro content to Xbox 360 gamers.
Today, Xbox Live unveils Xbox Live Arcade Wednesdays, a new program that will provide a regular launch schedule of new Xbox Live Arcade titles on the Xbox 360. Starting today, Xbox Live Arcade games will now go live worldwide*[1] on Wednesdays at 0800 GMT (Midnight Pacific) – hitting gamers around the world all on the same day.
Xbox Live Arcade Wednesdays kicks off with a blockbuster summer schedule of eagerly anticipated retro titles. Gamers looking for a blast from the past can download 'Frogger' – the beloved Konami classic arcade title – today on Xbox Live Arcade. Other Xbox Live Arcade Wednesdays titles debuting in the coming weeks include 'Cloning Clyde', 'Street Fighter II' Hyper Fighting,' 'Galaga' and 'Pac-Man.' To date, Xbox 360 gamers have downloaded more than 5 million Xbox Live Arcade games and the release schedule sizzles all summer long, with the following titles arriving on Xbox Live Arcade:
Kicking off with 'Frogger', fans of the Konami classic can download the game that first hit arcades in 1981 and once again be able to dodge traffic and eats flies with their frog, this time racking up Achievements along the way. There's no better way to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Frogger and the launch of Xbox Live Arcade Wednesdays than downloading this latest title from the Xbox Live Arcade game portfolio.
Xbox Live Arcade's 'Frogger' has been enhanced and reinvigorated for the Xbox 360 and features new, enhanced artwork that matches and compliments the original style. In addition the game's audio, including sound effects and music ditties, has been modernized to sound crisp and clear on today's high performance sound systems.
New features include:
- Enhanced artwork and backdrops; players can now choose to play the original arcade classic graphics or the new enhanced graphics
- Fresh soundtrack and upgraded sounds effects
- New Xbox Live Arcade split screen multiplayer modes
- Addictive new Co-op vs Speed, and Head-to-Head Modes
The release of 'Frogger' will be followed up by a host of highly anticipated titles:
– 'Cloning Clyde,' the action adventure/puzzle game created by Wahoo Studios/NinjaBees (developer of the popular 'Outpost Kaloki X' for Xbox Live Arcade), will bring its wacky, classic animation-style world to Xbox 360 on July 19
– 'Galaga,' the popular space shooter from Namco, which was first released back in 1981, comes packed with a new online multiplayer function, enhanced graphics and all new game modes on July 26
– 'Street Fighter II' Hyper Fighting' takes the best from classic arcade gaming and brings it online, combining the signature features of Xbox 360 and Xbox Live to create the greatest 'Street Fighter' experience to date on August 2
Of course, a line-up of retro classics wouldn't be complete without perhaps the most classic title of them all, 'Pac-Man,' the fruit-eating maze game that changed the face of gaming upon its release in 1980. The Xbox Live Arcade version, which comes out on August 9, takes the famous franchise to the next-generation. With multiplayer over Xbox Live and tons of cool Achievements, 'Pac-Man' stays true to the original while powering-up to next-gen standards.
To help kick-off the summer of Xbox Live Arcade and the launch of these classic game titles, Xbox Live celebrated the 80s with the second Xbox Live Gold Experience event last night in San Francisco for its community members and is now helping other Xbox gamers do the same. Xbox 360 gamers that are interested in throwing their own 80s game night can visit www.xbox.com to secure a retro party-in-a-box complete with Microsoft Points cards good for free arcade title downloads, pizza coupons courtesy of Papa John's, and a gift card for 80s music.
Although the default Xbox.com Gamercard for Xbox 360 users (here's mine [FORAHOBBY]) looks fairly nice, there's already a host of third-party websites taking Microsoft's data and rearranging it into sleeker designs for you to embed in your websites, and one of the best of these is Glop's Xbox Live Gamercard Generator.
The site generates GIF, JPG, or PNG graphics specific to your Gamertag in 11 different designs, and the app's author is kindly hosting them on its own site and dynamically updating them so you can permalink them (here's mine, elongated) - unfortunately one imagines this will get bandwidth-heavy, eventually? (Random note: Glop.org is also home of the 'Boycott Starforce' webpage, if you're into sue-happy Russian game protection software.) [Via QT3.]
Another interesting new X360-related site is Achieve 360 Points, a third-party site that's listing all of the Xbox 360's achievements in one place, along with the icons and point values for each. It's still early in development, but its FAQ page has some very interesting tidbits on a few achievements which simply aren't gettable: "The creators of [Outpost Kaloki X] have stated that the "Eight-Port Master" and "Adventure Story Gold" achievements are not possible at this time, and cannot release information as to whether Microsoft will allow them to patch or fix these at this time", plus: "There is a glitch in Joust/Robotron: 2084 that makes the game go from Wave 99 back to Wave 0, thus rendering these achievements impossible." Interesting.
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