EA has made a controversial decision -- it will lock players who buy used copies out of online multiplayer matches. They will only offer a 7 day trial.
Electronic Arts is the king of the sports game market with hot upcoming titles including NCAA Football 11, NHL 11, Madden NFL 11, NBA 11, FIFA 11, and EA Sports MMA. Now it has made a controversial decision concerning all of those titles -- it will lock players who buy used copies out of online multiplayer.
"Online services, features and bonus content" will all be covered by a one time code, that won't work for the new purchaser. EA describes, "You will be unable to play multiplayer online game modes or use your downloaded content in online game modes."
Used purchasers do gain access to a 7 day trial, but they will have to purchase a $10 pass if they want to continue to play online.
2K Games have just announced details for their latest installment of BioShock 2 DLC which is set for release today.. The new DLC packs arrive today, May 11, 2010. 2K Games will also releasing two additional DLC packs.
The Rapture Metro Pack, the latest multiplayer expansion into the world of Rapture, will be available tomorrow on XBL and PSN. The Games for Windows-LIVE version will follow soon. We will also be releasing two additional DLC packs tomorrow: Kill’Em’Kindly, a free multiplayer mode where players fight to the death with golf clubs, and the Character Pack, a new pack which adds two new characters to the multiplayer experience of the game for 160 Microsoft Points/ $1.99.
Rapture Metro Pack (800 Microsoft Points/$9.99):
Six all-new maps, some built from the single-player portion of the game,
Three new Achievements/Trophies,
Rebirth Feature – players who reach the rank of 50 have the option to rank down to Level 1 and receive a special mask.
Kill’Em’Kindly (FREE):
Kill’Em’Kindly is a free multiplayer mode where players fight to the death with golf clubs
Character Pack (160 Microsoft Point/$1.99):
Character Pack, a new pack which adds two new characters to the multiplayer experience of the game for 160 Microsoft Points/ $1.99.
A new demo for UFC Undisputed has just been released on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace. The FREE demo weighs in at 970MB and is available in all Xbox LIVE regions. UFC Undisputed 2010 is set for release May 25, 2010.
Content: UFC Undisputed 2010 Price: Free Availability: All Xbox LVE regions Dash Text: So you want to be a fighter? This is how! Choose from one of 4 selectable fighters and challenge the best in exhibition mode or an 4 man tournament. UFC Undisputed 2010 features the most authentic MMA action while boasting the best fighters in the world. After one round with all the new features and key improvements, you’ll embody the essence and spirit of a real fighter. Are you ready to be one?
RayStorm HD is the second release on the Xbox LIVE Arcade this week and is now available for direct download in all Xbox LIVE regions except Australia, Germany, Korea and New Zealand. It will cost you 1200 MS Points and weighs in at 408 MB.
Content: RayStorm HD Price: 1200 Microsoft Points Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions except Australia, Germany, Korea, New Zealand Dash Text: The classic shooting game RAYSTORM returns with the original gameplay and newly-updated graphics. Players control the R-GRAY, a fighter plane equipped with a lock-on laser system, and battle their way through a total of 8 stages. A variety of game modes includes Arcade Mode and Extra Mode, with a total of 4 selectable planes including the untested new R-GEAR. Rankings can be registered, and replay data can be uploaded and downloaded online.
Zeno Clash: Ultimate Edition is now available for direct download from the Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360. Zeno Clash is available in all Xbox LIVE regions except those in Asia. It will cost you 1200 MS Points and weighs in at a whopping 2 GB.
Content: Zeno Clash™ Ultimate Edition Price: 1200 Microsoft Points Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions except those in Asia Dash Text: In the land of Zenozoik, the city of Halstedom is ruled by a powerful clan, one which Ghat has betrayed by killing Father-Mother, the clan's leader. As Ghat, you'll have to face your brothers and sisters, insane anarchists and other enemies, in order to escape in this unique first-person puncher. The bare-knuckled brawl to reach the truth has just begun.
Xbox LIVE users in Canada and the United States can now download the remake of the classic Tecmo Super Bowl. Tecmo Bowl Throwback will cost you 800 Microsoft Points and weighs in at 150MB. A FREE demo is also available.
The legend is back! Tecmo Bowl® Throwback is a remake of the classic Tecmo Super Bowl, with the same rules and fast-paced gameplay as the original, but with the option to play it in brand new high-definition 3-D graphics. Switch it back to old school in real time with the same graphics and music from back in the day. Tecmo Bowl Throwback brings back the gameplay you loved, and stays true to the Tecmo Super Bowl legacy.
Content: Tecmo Bowl Throwback Price: 800 Microsoft Points Availability: Canada and United States Dash Text: (ONLINE INTERACTIONS NOT RATED BY THE ESRB) The legend is back! Tecmo Bowl® Throwback is a remake of the classic Tecmo Super Bowl, with the same rules and fast-paced gameplay as the original, but with the option to play it in brand new high definition 3D graphics. Switch it back to old school in real time with the same graphics and music from back in the day! Tecmo Bowl® Throwback brings back the gameplay you loved, and stays true to the Tecmo Super Bowl legacy!
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