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| Nirvana DLC For Rock Band | |
Nirvana DLC For Rock Band Published by: wes213 on Monday, October 20, 2008
Tagged: Gaming, Xbox 360,
Not much needs to be said here since there are only two types of people out there, ones who like Nirvana and ones that don't and if you the first type I'm willing to bet you will need no push to get you to download the new Nirvana track pack for Rock Band .
RockBand.com gives you the low down here: Harmonix and MTV Games announced today the addition of seven new tracks to the Rock Band® Music Store catalog of downloadable content. This week’s mammoth lineup features seven master recordings from legendary, alternative grunge band, Nirvana, including, “Breed,” “Lounge Act,” “On a Plain,” “Polly,” “Something in the Way,” “Stay Away,” and “Territorial Pissings.” These tracks join “In Bloom” from the original Rock Band soundtrack and “Drain You” featured on the Rock Band 2 soundtrack to make for a total of nine Nirvana songs available in the Rock Band music catalog.
Each Track will be available starting October 21, 2008, for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and October 23, 2008, for PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. The cost is $1.99 per track (160 Microsoft Points) or $10.99 (880 Microsoft Points) for the Nirvana 7-pack.
Release date:
Tuesday, October 21, 2008 (Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360)
Thursday, October 23, 2008 (PlayStation®Store)
Tracks:
Nirvana - Breed
Nirvana - Lounge Act
Nirvana - On a Plain
Nirvana - Polly
Nirvana - Something in the Way
Nirvana - Stay Away
Nirvana - Territorial Pissings
Price:
$1.99 (160 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) per track
$10.99 (880 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) for the Nirvana 7-pack
(All tracks are original master recordings)
Locations:
Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360 and PlayStation®Network
** Dates for Rock Band game tracks are tentative and subject to change **
News-Source: rockband.com
360-Hq Game Database: Rock Band 2 |
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| Rock Band AC/DC To Get Achievements and Trophies | |
Rock Band AC/DC To Get Achievements and Trophies Published by: wes213 on Monday, October 06, 2008
Tagged: Gaming, Xbox 360,
We got a little update for the AC/DC fans out there in the form of Achievements/Trophies, seems this was big news and got its own little post on the RockBand.com Forums so i figure why not inform the 360-HQ fans of the good news
The thred reads as follows: (Default Will the AC/DC disc come with Achievements/Trophies?)
"Since they decided to make AC/DC a stand alone game, I was wondering if there's been any discussion on Trophies and Achievements? It's only logical that a stand alone game should come with Trophies/Achievements, but being only 18 songs long, will they skimp out? Just curious."
(Answer)Yes!
There will be unique Achievements and Trophies for the AC/DC Track Pack, as well as several that are song specific.
Please re direct all future discussion to the Official AC/DC thread in Community's Greatest Hits!
LET THERE BE ROCK!
News-Source: RockBand.com |
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| Wal-Mart To Sell AC/DC Rock Band | |
Wal-Mart To Sell AC/DC Rock BandPublished by: wes213 on Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Tagged: Gaming, Xbox 360,
I have seen some odd stuff in my time but an old school band like AC/DC hooking up with a big name conglomerate like Wal-Mart just might take the cake, dont get me wrong here I'm not going to go over a bunch of crap about selling out and to tell the truth i am all about this game.
NYTimes.com reports: Just as Wal-Mart solidifies its power as a music industry hitmaker with an exclusive album from the rock band AC/DC, the chain is getting its first major exclusive video game to go with it.
MTV plans to announce on Tuesday that it has made a deal with the band and its label, Columbia Records, to create an AC/DC version of the channel’s popular Rock Band video game that will be sold in the United States only at Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club and the Wal-Mart Web site (walmart.com).
The release of the video game AC/DC Live: Rock Band Track Pack will give MTV a prominent role in the partnership between the rock group and the retailer to promote AC/DC’s forthcoming album, “Black Ice.” Wal-Mart will create a special area in each of its stores to display the new album and the new game, as well as the band’s other CDs, DVDs and T-shirts and other licensed clothing. Although this is Wal-Mart’s first significant exclusive video game, the chain has emerged as a force in the music business because of the promotional muscle it has put behind recent albums from the Eagles and Journey, which were available only in its stores. Such a partnership is especially important for AC/DC, since the band does not sell its music on Apple’s iTunes store.
“If you want to be a physical band, you better make an alliance with a strong physical retailer,” said Steve Barnett, chairman of Columbia Records. “It’s a great way to sell the new album, the catalog, the game, merchandise and DVDs.” MTV and Wal-Mart are exploring the idea of setting up temporary shops to sell the game and the album in Manhattan and Los Angeles, where the retailer has no stores.
AC/DC Live: Rock Band could help MTV’s Rock Band franchise make further headway against Activision’s more popular “Guitar Hero” titles. Both products allow gamers to play along with music on instrument-shaped controllers.
Although Activision released Guitar Hero: Aerosmith in August and plans a title based on Metallica, this is the first version of Rock Band based on a specific group. Over the last few years AC/DC has sold more CDs than any band except the Beatles, which suggests that the group appeals to teenagers as well as to older fans.
“They rock hard, and that still works for our audience,” said Van Toffler, the president of the MTV Networks’ Music and Logo Group. “It comes down to getting really great marketing, because Wal-Mart is so meaningful in terms of sales if they get behind something.”
Both Columbia and the band will make money on the game, which contains the songs from the popular DVD “AC/DC Live at Donnington.” The game, which will be available for all consoles in early November, will cost less than most new games, about $40 instead of about $60. That makes it an attractive product to Wal-Mart, which believes that lower prices drive demand.
“We think people love music as much as ever, but it translates differently at retail,” said Greg Hall, Wal-Mart’s vice president for content and services, who runs its video game sales. “Music games are a key platform for us, so as the AC/DC release got closer, we talked about how to bring it to life in games.”
News-Source: nytimes.com |
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| Australia Gets Rock Band | |
Australia Gets Rock BandPublished by: wes213 on Monday, September 22, 2008
Tagged: Xbox 360,
Here we are playing Rock Band 2 and having a good ol time at it while our poor friends down under just now get word that they will soon get Rock Band 1, for God sake why even bother at this point and what i want to know is why they still pay the full price since the things been out for so long and part 2 is here.
Game Spot has the full details right here: An industry rumour started circulating over a year ago saying that Harmonix-developed rhythm title Rock Band would not be coming to Australian shores to coincide with the Christmas 2007 holiday period launch in the US. The rumblings were given further credence when Charles Huang--cocreator of RedOctane and the Guitar Hero brand--went on record to GameSpot AU in 2007 saying he believed the product would miss its intended launch window in multiple territories outside of North America due to insufficient manufacturing. Sure enough in December last year when the game launched it turned out exactly as Huang predicted and almost a year after going on sale EA was still making announcements at E3 2008 about new European regions due to receive the game. Australia so far has not been one of the listed countries to receive Rock Band and attempts at ascertaining a firm release date or reason for the delay from the game's distributor EA has fallen on deaf ears.
Rock Band, the Harmonix-developed rhythm game that features guitar, drums, and vocals has had a well-documented rough trip to reach retail shelves in Australia. The recent news that Activision had priced and dated Guitar Hero: World Tour for our market made it look as if Guitar Hero would be the first full band game to go on sale down under. EA hit back today announcing Rock Band will be available from November 7 on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, and Nintendo Wii platforms in Australia. The product will be sold in multiple configurations with hardware only bundles on all platforms--consisting of one guitar, microphone, and drum kit--carrying an RRP of A$199.99 ($166.47), the hardware bundle including software will cost A$249.99 ($208.23), and standalone drum kits and guitars will retail for A$129.99 ($108.30) and A$89.99 ($74.99) respectively.
An EA spokesperson was unavailable at time of print to comment on the availability and pricing of Rock Band downloadable content for Australia or an estimated timeframe for the launch of the game's sequel, Rock Band 2.
The news comes only days after Games Conference Asia 2008--Asian version of Leipzig's trade show--where EA Asia Pacific President Jon Niermann confirmed the game would begin shipping to Singapore from September 25 this year.
News-Source: gamespot.com
360-Hq Game Database: Rock Band |
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| Xbox 360 price cut for the US confirmd | |
Xbox 360 price cut for the US confirmd Published by: wes213 on Thursday, September 04, 2008
Tagged: Hardware,
With the new price drop on the 360 hitting more folks can now get there hands on this killer console now, with the Xbox 360 price falling again in the US and the price drop that hit japan not so long ago the question is will they get a drop in Europeans and why does it always seem that With the new price drop on the 360 hitting more folks can now get there hands on this killer console now, with the Xbox 360 price falling again in the US and the price drop that hit japan not so long ago the question is will they get a drop in European and why does it always seem that Europe is always the last to get anything from Microsoft?
Xbox 360 Arcade $199 / Xbox 360 $299 / Xbox 360 Elite $399
The Press release reads as follows: Imagine if friends and families had the ability to instantly watch movies from Netflix, live out their musical fantasies through Rock Band 2 and Lips, star in their own Hollywood classics with You're in the Movies, or have the power to never miss the latest episode of Heroes—all from one device, starting at $199.*
Xbox 360 is the most affordable next-generation console on the market, offering something for everyone.
That device is Xbox 360®, and today Microsoft announced lower retail prices for the gaming and entertainment console in the United States, which offers the leading Xbox LIVE® service. Beginning September 5, Xbox 360 Arcade retails for the estimated price of $199.99, the Xbox 360 console for $299.99, and Xbox 360 Elite for $399.99.
Industry Milestone
"We are thrilled to be the first next-generation console on the market to reach $199, a price that invites everyone to enjoy Xbox 360," said Don Mattrick, senior vice president of the Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft. "Xbox 360 delivers amazing performance at an extraordinary value with the leading online service and best lineup of games, downloadable movies and TV shows available from a console. The majority of consumers make the decision to buy consoles once the price falls to this mark, making this an important milestone for consumers and the industry."
No matter what kind of game makes your heart race, Xbox 360 has something for everyone.
History shows that more than 75 percent of all console sales happen after the price falls below the $200 mark. For millions of consumers who have been waiting for the perfect time to buy an Xbox 360 console, their moment has finally arrived. At $199, Xbox 360 is the most affordable next-generation console on the market, offering something for everyone with the most dynamic, interactive entertainment experiences available.
Digital Entertainment Powerhouse
Xbox 360 Arcade plus a 12-month Xbox LIVE Gold Membership and a Netflix subscription costs $100 less than 12 months of digital cable. Xbox 360 invites everyone into a limitless world where the best games, movies and TV shows can be enjoyed live side-by-side with your personal pictures and music library.
No matter what kind of game makes your heart race, Xbox 360 has something for everyone. Music lovers can play new games such as Lips, the only singing game that offers wireless motion-sensitive microphones and the ability to sing along to your own music collection.**
If you're ready to rock and roll, Guitar Hero® World Tour and Rock Band 2 let you virtually step into the shoes of your favorite bands. Enjoy family-friendly games such as the big-screen movie-maker You're in the Movies and blockbusters such as Gears of War® 2, the biggest entertainment event of this holiday season. With Xbox LIVE Arcade, downloadable games are available that the entire family can enjoy—titles such as Braid, Castle Crashers, Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2, PAC-MAN Championship Edition, and UNO®.***
Hi-Def Movies and TV Shows
Whether you want access to streaming movies and TV shows or a library of high-definition content, it's on Xbox 360. Starting this fall, Xbox 360 is the only game console to offer instant streaming of more than 12,000 feature films and television shows from Netflix.****
In addition, the Xbox LIVE Video store has more than twice as many hours of high-definition (HD) movies and TV shows than the nearest competitor.***** Download your favorite TV shows such as 30 Rock, The Office, and House, or even get a little old school with episodes of The A-Team. If it's movies you want, check out the latest blockbusters and the best in family films, cult classics, horror and much more, all available through Xbox LIVE and Xbox 360.
News-Source: xbox.com |
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| Drumsensor.com Replacement Hit Sensor Review | |
Drumsensor.com Replacement Hit Sensor Review Published by: frozenfire12 on Friday, August 15, 2008
Tagged: Hardware, Xbox 360,
DrumSensor.com's "Replacement Hit Sensor" Review
By Joel Kuntz (frozenfire12) www.360-Hq.com
Supplier: www.DrumSensor.com
The guys over at www.DrumSensor.com have recently given 360-Hq the opportunity to review their "Replacement Hit Sensors" which can be used to replace your old sensors that may be worn out or cracked. They have two different kinds of sensors, the Plug and Play Sensors as well as the Scotchlok Sensors, and we got a chance to review their Plug and Play one. Thanks must go to DrumSensor.com for this opportunity to review their product.
If you are on the 360-Hq Homepage click Read More to check out the full review. |
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| Xbox 360 System update From Aug 6th | |
Xbox 360 System update From Aug 6th Published by: wes213 on Thursday, August 07, 2008
Tagged: Xbox 360,
I'm sure you all turned on your 360 and got the update on the 6th and if you are wondering what it was or why it was there since it obviously did nothing to change your dash at all then i got your answer right here guys, it seems the update was just a small bit of ground work to prepare your 360 for future growth.
 Major Nelson has reported the following to clear it all up for us: "A few minutes ago, the team released a system update for the Xbox 360 over Xbox LIVE. Sometime over the next few hours when you sign in to Xbox LIVE you’ll recieve a prompt to accept this mandatory update. This update contains code to ‘prepare for future growth of the service.’ There are no other changes or enhancements in this update…in other words no new features."
"To be clear: This is not the new Xbox experience update. That will come in the Fall."
So to recap and beat the dead horse it was just some preparation for the fall update that will include such features as:
* Entertainment without limits: With LIVE Party, bring your favorite games, TV shows, movies, and pictures to life by sharing those experiences with friends, wherever they are around the world.
* Express yourself: With the new Xbox 360 experience, personalize your entertainment like never before. Create your own avatar, designed exclusively by Rare, and jump into a party with friends from around the world.
* "Must See TV" and more: The biggest names in entertainment worldwide, such as Netflix, NBC Universal, Universal Studios Home Entertainment, SCI FI Channel, USA Network, Constantin, and MGM are bringing their content to Xbox 360.
360 Degrees of Entertainment
The 2008 Xbox 360 entertainment lineup of games, movies and TV shows is its best and broadest ever. Whether for fans of action, role-playing, racing, sports, strategy, party, or action-adventure games, Xbox 360 has the biggest blockbusters and the most exclusive content in 2008 and beyond:
* The new game show: The new Xbox LIVE channel Xbox LIVE Primetime represents an all-new way to play. A collection of virtual game shows such as "1 vs. 100," Xbox LIVE Primetime allows thousands of gamers to become contestants from their living rooms, playing together simultaneously, live with content that is always fresh and relevant. The global phenomenon 1 vs. 100 is created by Endemol, the world's largest independent production company and the producer of the hit show Deal or No Deal.
* Blockbusters: Final Fantasy XIII will be available on Xbox 360 at launch in North America and Europe. Xbox 360 is the only place to play the year's biggest games, such as Gears of War® 2, Resident Evil 5, Fable® II, and exclusive Grand Theft Auto IV episodes.
* Music: Xbox 360 is the preferred stage for all the best music games, including Lips, Rock Band 2, Guitar Hero World Tour and DanceDanceRevolution® UNIVERSE3.
* Family: Xbox 360 gets the whole family playing with titles such as Banjo Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts,Scene It? Box Office Smash and Viva Piñata®: Trouble in Paradise.
* Sports: Xbox 360 remains the best place to play sports titles, including leading franchises like Madden NFL, Tiger Woods PGA TOUR, NBA Live, NHL 2K, and more.
* TV and movie entertainment: Xbox is home to the best TV and movie entertainment, including exclusive games such as You're in the Movies and 1 vs. 100, exclusive films and TV from Netflix, and the world's largest online library of on-demand high-definition TV shows and movies.
News-Source: Major Nelson
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| Arcade Prices to $199.99 on Sept. 7th | |
Arcade Prices to $199.99 on Sept. 7thPublished by: IrishGunner on Monday, August 04, 2008
Tagged: Gaming, Hardware, Live Arcade, Xbox 360,
Price drop for the XBOX 360 Arcade comming to a store near you:
This picture is confirmation of the earlier Ars Technica article from an informant stating that the Xbox 360 would drop it's price in September to $199.99 for the Core, $299.99 for the 60GB model, and $399.99 for the 120GB Elite model. This picture shows nearly irrefutable proof that those rumors are substantiated, and are set to happen in just over a month.
Calculating the Impact of the $199.99 Price Point
Microsoft has been no stranger to the $199.99 price point. In interviews, high brass officials from Microsoft have stated they are 'very aware' that the $199.99 is the sweet spot for console sales. Earlier this year, a weakening Xbox 360 had it's price re-vamped to the 199 Euro price point in February. According to VGChartz.com tracking information, this price drop has allowed the Xbox 360 to gain traction, and sell 100% more units in the February-July timeframe - From an estimated 750,00 to 1,750,000 units in the 6 month timeframe.
Could a similar boost happen in the United States? It is entirely possible: Such a price point will leave the Xbox 360 as the lowest priced Next-Gen console on the market ($50 below the Wii's $249.99 price point), and digging ever-closer to the Playstation 2's pricepoint of $129.99
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| Rocking Repair's Replacement Rock Band Drum Sensor | |
Rocking Repair's Replacement Rock Band Drum SensorPublished by: frozenfire12 on Friday, August 01, 2008
Tagged: Gaming, Hardware, Xbox 360,
Rocking Repair's "Replacement Rock Band Drum Sensor" Review
By Joel Kuntz (frozenfire12) www.360-Hq.com
Supplier: www.RockingRepair.com
The guys over at www.RockingRepair.com have recently given 360-Hq the opportunity to review their "Replacement Rock Band Drum Sensors" which can be used to replace your old sensors that may be worn out or cracked. They have two different kinds of sensors, the Plug and Play Sensors as well as the Quick Crimp Sensors, and we got a chance to review both. Thanks must go to Rocking Repair for this opportunity to review their product.
If you are on the 360-Hq Homepage click Read More to check out the full review. |
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| RUMOR: Guitar Hero: World Tour set list leaked | |
RUMOR: Guitar Hero: World Tour set list leakedPublished by: wes213 on Thursday, July 24, 2008
Tagged: Gaming, Xbox 360,
Seems like game makers are having a hard time keeping there game info and content on the down low and and to show this as fact here is what the web is saying will be the track line up for the up coming Guitar Hero: World Tour and keep in mind it has not been confirmed so far but nether was the Rock Band set list and it turned out true.
Eagle Rock High School Tour:
“Dope Nose” by Weezer
“The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World
Encore: “Today” by Smashing Pumpkins
Big City Kids Tour:
“Roland” by Interpol
“Santeria” By Sublime
Encore: “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers
Feelin’ Nostalgic Tour:
“Take It on the Run” by REO Speedwagon
“Hold the Line” by Toto
Encore: “Rebel Yell” by Billy Idol
Vixens Tour:
“Heartbreaker” by Pat Benatar
“All Around Me” by Flyleaf
Encore:”Misery Business” by Paramore
Undertow Tour:
“Stinkfist” by Tool
“Lateralus” by Tool
“Schism” by Tool
Synchronicity Tour:
(UPDATE) Thist list has been called BS by Activision and they said some of the tracks are right but the mass of the list is way off. "Damn"
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