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Call of Duty: Black Ops Double XP Weekend is GO!

Call of Duty: Black Ops Double XP Weekend is GO!
Published by: forahobby on Friday, February 04, 2011
Tagged: Gaming, Xbox 360, Xbox Live,

Starting today Friday Feb 4th through until Sunday Feb. 6th, 2011 all Call of Duty: Black Ops players will earn twice the amount of XP. That's right, all weekend you'll earn those weapon unlocks twice as quickly. Looking to prestige? Now is the time to do it legit.

Black Ops Double XP Weekend

If you don't know what a double XP event is, this basically means starting Feb. 4th until Feb. 6th when you play CoD: Black Ops multi-player you'll be able to earn double the amount of experience points. This helps you quickly unlock additional killstreaks, guns and accessories just to mentioned a few things.

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Bionic Commando Rearmed 2 now available on LIVE Arcade - 1200 MSP

Bionic Commando Rearmed 2 now available on LIVE Arcade - 1200 MSP
Published by: forahobby on Wednesday, February 02, 2011
Tagged: Gaming, Live Arcade, Live Marketplace, Xbox 360, Xbox Live,

Capcom presents the next evolution in retro side-scrolling action with Bionic Commando Rearmed 2, now available on Xbox LIVE for 1200 MS Points. The game weighs in at 1.41 GB and should be available in most Xbox LIVE regions.


Content: Bionic Commando Rearmed 2
Price: 1200 Microsoft Points
Availability: Check availability in your region
Dash Text: Equipped with his famous bionic arm, Nathan “Rad” Spencer swings back into action in order to stop General Sabio from launching a deadly missile strike. Swing, leap, and shoot your way through lush new environments as you encounter countless enemies and huge bosses throughout the island of Papagaya.

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File Size: 1.41 GB
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EA Sports Fight Night Champion DEMO Hits Xbox LIVE

EA Sports Fight Night Champion DEMO Hits Xbox LIVE
Published by: forahobby on Wednesday, February 02, 2011
Tagged: Gaming, Live Marketplace, Xbox 360, Xbox Live,

A brand new Demo for Fight Night Champion has just been released via Xbox LIVE. Weighing in at roughly 1 GB, the demo is available to download for Xbox LIVE Gold Members. Check your region for availability.


More than just a change to the franchise name, Fight Night Champion takes the boxing experience one giant step forward by delivering an experience never before seen in an EA SPORTS video game.

Content: Fight Night Champion Demo
Price: Free
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Dash Text: EA SPORTS™ brings you the much anticipated Fight Night Champion. Learn the all-new Full Spectrum Punch Control mechanics that include button controls and step into the ring to do battle with boxing Legends Mike Tyson and Muhammad Ali and current day stars Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto. Also included are previews for new Fight Night Champion features including the highly anticipated Champion Mode trailer.

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File Size: 1.05 GB
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Call of Duty: Black Ops Double XP Event February 4-6

Call of Duty: Black Ops Double XP Event February 4-6
Published by: forahobby on Monday, January 31, 2011
Tagged: Gaming, Xbox 360, Xbox Live,

A double XP weekend has just been announced for Call of Duty: Black Ops and it's set to start this weekend (February 4th-6th). With double XP in Call of Duty: Black Ops all weekend, you'll earn those weapon unlocks twice as quickly.


The double XP event kicks off on Friday the 4th of February through until Sunday the 6th February, and will be ready for players to rank up just after the first DLC, "First Strike", is unleashed on Feb 1.

If you don't know what a double XP event is, this basically means starting Feb. 4th until Feb. 6th when you play CoD: Black Ops multi-player you'll be able to earn double the amount of experience points. This helps you quickly unlock additional killstreaks, guns and accessories just to mentioned a few things.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops Xbox LIVE Title Update 6 - Jan. 2011

Call of Duty: Black Ops Xbox LIVE Title Update 6 - Jan. 2011
Published by: forahobby on Saturday, January 29, 2011
Tagged: Gaming, Xbox 360, Xbox Live,

The latest Black Ops Xbox LIVE title update/patch has been deployed via Xbox LIVE. Title update 6 includes various improvements and fixes based on feedback from the community.


The very next time you turn on your Xbox 360 and boot Black Ops you will be prompted to download and install the latest Call of Duty: Black Ops title update/patch. Read on for the complete list of updates.

New Features:
  • New contracts added to the rotation.
  • Added optional pre-match timer for LAN / System-Link games.
  • Support for “First Strike” map pack. All First Strike maps will be available in every playlist on 2/1.

Issues Addressed:
  • Fix timing specific issue where the game can be put into slow motion.
  • Addressed "disconnected path" error when using the doors in Radiation after a host migration.
  • Fixed stability issues navigating lobbies after client on Split Screen Zombies quits out of a game.
  • Addressed issue/exploit when removing Counter Spy Plane effects with the Jammer.
  • Fixed a freeze when quickly loading maps one after another in private match.
  • Fixed issue where players get primary weapons in Second Chance.
  • Fixed “NEW” stamp not disappearing for Custom Slot 9 when highlighting the slot.
  • Removed water vision effect when respawning after dying in the acid pool in Radiation.
  • Several contract fixes.
  • Now allow players to connect to System Link Games even if they are not connected to LIVE.
  • Fixed crash when host migration occurred during a join-in-progress.
  • Fixed issue with players seeing incomplete Create a Class submenus when Party leader switches lobbies or kicks player.
  • Fixed in-game Friends List from opening when viewing then closing the playercard of a player in a lobby.
  • Addressed Zombies split screen issue where players sometimes get booted back in the lobby.
  • Replaced debug text appearing for some content in the in-game Store.
  • Fixed crash when attempting to watch a film or clip with 3 or more profiles signed in.
  • Fixed freeze while watching films and changing sign-in status using inactive profiles.
  • Fixed a freeze if a player opens the Xbox Guide while the match is ending and quits immediately as they arrive in the post-game lobby.

Gameplay Tuning:
  • Second Chance – players that put an enemy into Second Chance are now credited for a full kill once that enemy dies. If another player kills the enemy while the enemy is in Second Chance, they will get assist credit.
  • Adjustments to the PSG1 with attachments.
  • AK74U adjustments.
  • RCXD adjustments.
  • Silenced sniper rifle adjustments.
  • Removed hit markers when shooting friendly equipment.

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Xbox LIVE goes FREE this Weekend - Jump on in!

Xbox LIVE goes FREE this Weekend - Jump on in!
Published by: forahobby on Friday, January 28, 2011
Tagged: Gaming, Live Arcade, Live Marketplace, Xbox 360, Xbox Live,

The FREE Xbox LIVE Weekend for all gamers hits today January 28 (12:00 p.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. PST) through until January 31 (12:00 p.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. PST). That's right, all Xbox LIVE members will be able to try Xbox LIVE Gold for FREE!

For those who don't already know, this means you can all participate in social media programs like Twitter and Facebook as well as create your own online multiplayer sessions and Xbox Live Parties with your friends.


If you can't afford or simply just don't want to purchase an Xbox LIVE subscription this weekend is your chance to put all your prejudices aside and play Xbox LIVE Multiplayer games for the next 3 days for FREE! Jump on in - All of the services usually associated with the Xbox Live Gold subscription are available for free.

Xbox LIVE FREE Weekends are the best time to tidy up all the older gamers you have with online multi-player achievements of some sort.We cover all the latest Xbox 360 Achievements right here on 360-HQ so if you get stuck be sure to view our database for all the secret achievements you may not know about.

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Xbox LIVE Free Weekend Start: January 28 (12:00 p.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. PST)
Xbox LIVE Free Weekend Finish: January 31 (12:00 p.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. PST)
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