With all the new Xbox 360 price cuts, even Hot Topic, which is a retail chain store that specializes in pop-culture attire, is getting into the Xbox 360 mix. They are currently selling a limited edition Xbox 360 Arcade system for $199. Although that price tag is similar to other Xbox 360 Arcade consoles, this limited edition from Hot Topic comes equipped with some goodies. First, this limited edition has a 20GB hard drive, as suppose to none with the original XBox 360 Arcade console. Additionally, the limited edition comes with a play and charge kit, a headset, and a stylish, Hot Topic-ish, Spartan Green paint job. Very nice! If one were looking for a deal on an Xbox 360, this is it.

- Geoff

[Source: Gizmodo]

A classic battle displayed on the new Street Fighter 4 engine. It is so reminenscant of my childhood arcade fiascos. I would play Street Fighter 2 for hours, feeding coins to the bottomless pit arcade machine. The dynamics displayed in this demo is almost overwhelming. From the clothing to the impact hits. Not to mention background action and special ability effects. This is a big comeback for the Street Fighter series and I believe it will live up to the hype.

All an Xbox 360 gamer could want is more games for their Xbox 360. Well good news gamers! Japan’s From Software has announced that a new action adventure game entitled Ninja Blade is in the works. This is probably a game that will compete with Ninja Gaiden II. Check out this trailer for the game.

As far as online features for the game, nothing has yet been announced. Check back as more information comes our way.

- Geoff

[Source: Xboxic]

After all the speculation and hype Microsoft finally announced the much anticipated (and needed to compete with the PS3) Xbox 360 pricecuts. The new prices for the Xbox 360 to be released on September 5 are are as follows:

• Xbox 360 Arcade – $199
• Xbox 360 – $299
• Xbox 360 Elite – $399

-Ray

[Source: gizmodo]

Disney Interactive announced today that a demo of Pure, Disney’s new action sports game on four wheels, will be made available for the Xbox 360 on the Xbox Live Marketplace. According to Disney, the demo is to set place in Italy, the Mount Garda track. In the demo, gamers will be able to mix speed with tricks as they fight off 15 AI competitors to the finish. In the retail version, gamers will be able to build up their vehicles and play either against 15 AI competitors or 15 other gamers online. The purpose of performing tricks during the race is to boost the gamer’s vehicle. Doing more unbelievable tricks would help boost the player past the finish line. The game is set to release on September 16.

- Geoff

[ Source: The HD Room]

Nintendo vs. Sega, Sony vs. Microsoft, Gears of War vs Resistance, the videogame industry is never short on rivalries. Videogame forums are filled with posts of people explaining the differences between the current generation systems and making arguments as to the superior of the two. Read the rest of this entry »

A new week means new video game releases. For those of you who have been living under a rock, here is a list of games that will be releasing this week for each gaming console. Enjoy!

Mercenaries 2: World in Flames – Xbox 360, PS3, PC and PS2
Viva Piñata: Trouble in Paradise and Pocket Paradise – Xbox 360 and DS
Monster Madness: Grave Danger – PS3
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Clear Sky – PC
Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution – DS
SPORE Creatures – PC, Mac, and DS
Infinite Undiscovery – Xbox 360
Facebreaker – Xbox 360 and PS3
Final Fantasy IV – DS
Assassins Creed (Budget) – PS3 and Xbox 360
Dinosaur King – DS
Gravity Zero Racing – DS
Guild Wars: The Complete Collection – PC
Hannah Montana: Spotlight World Tour – PS2
Nostradamus: The Last Prophecy – PC
Oblivion: Game of the Year Edition – Platinum – PS3
Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI – PC

- Geoff

[Source: VideoGamer]

Well PAX 2008 has came and gone as another great year of exhibitors showing off what is to come. Standing out was the developer walkthrough of the well anticipated Fallout 3 from the RPG kings Bethesda Softworks. Very impressive landscape that will definetly put those high end processors to work in the consoles. Here it is in a 5 part series.

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