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N-Strike Longshot

posted Monday, March 31, 2008 3:27 PM by Bastelyon
I've recieved a lot of emails about the Nerf gun that I was holding in the video we recently made about Rainbow Six Vegas 2.  It is called the Hasbro Nerf N-Strike Longshot CS-6.  You can find one on Amazon. Read More
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Pick Up & Play Warmup #2

posted Monday, March 31, 2008 2:01 PM by Nelson Rodriguez
We produce a weekly video segment for Inside Xbox, "Pick Up & Play", where we discuss games that are easy for people to play together with their gaming-neutral loved ones. Preparing for the show generates extra nervousness which we try to dissipate Read More
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NAMCO BANDAI Games Brings Classic “MR. DRILLER Online” to Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday

posted Monday, March 31, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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Mr. Driller, son of Dig Dug Drills his way onto Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday

posted Monday, March 31, 2008 9:00 AM by DirtyDiva
This Wednesday, Mr. Driller will be looking to you to help him crash through blocks without being smashed in a gooey mess by falling debris or running out of air. You can play alone or with up to 4 buddies on Xbox LIVE in either a vs. mode or as a team. Read More
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When Brain Challenge Turns Personal

posted Sunday, March 30, 2008 9:37 PM by DirtyDiva
I'm sure many of you have had those times where you wish you could just reach through the screen and strangle your best friend who ridicules you after one bad round of a game. You know, when you weren't quite warmed up or you just weren't paying attention. Read More
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Ads I Don't Mind - Xbox 360 Connects to Windows Media Center

posted Friday, March 28, 2008 4:42 PM by CPaladino
If you ask certain people on our team, they will tell you that I am a pretty harsh critic.  I have one nice thing to say for every three negatives.  It's interesting because even the work that I produce here at work doesn't live up to my unrealistic Read More
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Gamerscore Blogcast - 055 - Gamerscore Resets and McGruff the Xbox Crime Dog

posted Friday, March 28, 2008 9:27 AM by CPaladino
This week Nelson, Sara, Chris, Tony, and John talk about: Intro/Outro Music - Phylum Sinter Question of the Week - What is your least favorite video game cliche? Upcoming Games - Dark Sector (360), Universe at War (360), Viking – Battle for Asgard Read More
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Letting You Know

posted Friday, March 28, 2008 9:00 AM by johnporcaro
We're hearing that Xbox LIVE and Xbox.com will be down for routine maintenance for about three hours on Tuesday, April 1, from 2-5 AM PDT (0900-1200 GMT).  Read More
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Authentic Brute Spiker from Believe Ads for Sale

posted Thursday, March 27, 2008 7:04 PM by johnporcaro
In case you have a few thousand dollars burning a hole in your pocket, you might be interested in a live auction happening tomorrow where you can pick up a Screen-used Brute gun from the Halo 3 “Enemy Weapon” short film.  I'm not entirely Read More
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Fourth and Final “Grand Theft Auto IV” Trailer Available Today on Xbox.com and Xbox LIVE Marketplace

posted Thursday, March 27, 2008 3:00 PM by DirtyDiva
Today Grand Theft Auto fans will get another glimpse of “Grand Theft Auto IV” before it hits shelves on April 29. The fourth official trailer, titled “Good Lord, What are You Doing?” AKA “Everyone’s a Rat,” is now available on Xbox.com and Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Read More
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Microsoft Games at Sakura Con 2008

posted Wednesday, March 26, 2008 6:27 PM by Cindy Lou Grue
Okay, so I didn't warn anyone in advance last year, and I was duly chastised for it. Let the record show that I have seen the error of my ways! And let it also show that a group from Microsoft Games will be at Sakura Con in Seattle this coming weekend Read More
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Master Chief on (gasp) Another Console!

posted Wednesday, March 26, 2008 6:02 PM by johnporcaro
You've all seen the story in Business Week about an Unreal Tournament modder who made a character for UT3 on the PS3 that looks just a bit like Master Chief.  Earlier today, Susan over at Game|Life asked what our lawyers thought, so I asked Read More
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Stereotyping the "Gamer"

posted Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:58 PM by DirtyDiva
I'm sure we've all experienced at least one incident of gaming stupidity in our playtime and for some of us, I'm sure it's more than one. I, for one, am thankful for the controls given to me to block those who try to make my gaming Read More
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Gears of War 2: GDC - Behind the Scenes Video

posted Tuesday, March 25, 2008 10:13 AM by DirtyDiva
Join Epic Games President Mike Capps and Lead Designer Cliffy B as they take you behind the scenes of their GDC presentation. See what happens backstage before a major game announcement is made and watch as nerves set in - but don't Read More
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Epic Games and Microsoft Game Studios Offer Fans a Front Row Seat at GDC with Two New “Gears of War 2” Videos, Now Available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace

posted Tuesday, March 25, 2008 10:07 AM by Gamerscore News
Epic Games and Microsoft Game Studios Offer Fans a Front Row Seat at GDC with Two New “Gears of War 2” Videos, Now Available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace Go behind the scenes and on stage with Epic Games as they show off “Gears of War 2” and the updated Unreal Engine 3 at the 2008 Game Developers Conference Read More
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Gamerscore Correction

posted Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:02 AM by johnporcaro
Ouch. A small number of accounts are being reset for tampering with gamesaves and Achievements.  Larry Hryb explains in a blog post what his team is doing to the accounts of the most serious offenders: Resetting the entire Read More
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Outside the Xbox

posted Monday, March 24, 2008 2:06 PM by Nelson Rodriguez
Some of you know that we are now producing a weekly segment, called "Pick Up & Play", for Inside Xbox, targeted at building a bridge between hardcore gamers and their non-gamer or casual gamer friends and relatives.  Before we record an episode Read More
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The Legend of N+

posted Monday, March 24, 2008 10:30 AM by Bastelyon
If you've been a dedicated listener to the Gamerscore Blogcast, you probably know that the Legend of Zelda is one of my all time favorite video games.  Additionally, you would also know that we failed to mention that N+ is on Xbox Live Arcade on Read More
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Co-Optimus.com - XBox 360 Co-Op Games Listing

posted Monday, March 24, 2008 10:05 AM by CPaladino
A few weeks back on our blogcast (or podcast for those who insist on perpetrating the rumor that Microsoft forces employees to NOT use the word "pod"), we brought up a website with a list of co-operative games for the Xbox 360. The website is called Read More
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Slapdash Games Launches TiQal on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday – Plus, Sierra Online Releases Free Gameplay Update for Switchball

posted Monday, March 24, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
“TiQal,” a new challenge sure to delight fans of the puzzle game genre, is launching on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (1:00 a.m. PDT). Read More
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TiQal Coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday

posted Monday, March 24, 2008 9:00 AM by johnporcaro
TiQal is launching on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (1:00 a.m. PDT). From the media alert: With graphics inspired by the ancient Mayan culture, “TiQal” takes players on an epic journey to save the village of the Read More
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Xbox LIVE on Your Phone

posted Thursday, March 20, 2008 11:00 AM by Nelson Rodriguez
I am a semi-disloyal so-and-so.  When I make my way into the office every morning, I take my beloved iPhone and wrap it in a Zune skin and wear brown headphones so that nobody notices that I enjoy the warm embrace of a non-Redmond product.  Read More
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Dreamfall Coming to Xbox Originals March 24

posted Thursday, March 20, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
Starting next Monday, March 24, you can download the Xbox Original game Dreamfall: Game of the Year Edition, to play on your Xbox 360. Read More
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Gamerscore Blogcast - 054 - Advertising, and Friends Lists

posted Wednesday, March 19, 2008 5:15 PM by CPaladino
Another discussion this week revolving primarily around advertising and its effects, and the use of LIVE friends lists. MP3 File: 12.4 MB, 37 minutes AUDIO podcasts - available via the RSS feed, or the iTunes feedVIDEO podcasts - available via the RSS Read More
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Halo 3 - New Maps A'coming!

posted Wednesday, March 19, 2008 9:50 AM by DirtyDiva
If you need incentive to file those tax returns early, on April 15, THREE new Halo 3 maps will be released. Ghost Town is a multi-level map that makes use of great ground cover with mazes of battle ruins as well as using catwalks for high-ground Read More
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The Fight Continues - New Halo 3 Downloadable Map Pack

posted Wednesday, March 19, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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My Wife Found My Copy of Condemned 2

posted Tuesday, March 18, 2008 1:16 PM by CPaladino
If you are new to the Gamerscore Blog you may not have seen the Instant Messenger conversation from my wife when she started playing my copy of The Orange Box. My wife apparently decided to try out Condemned 2: Bloodshot for the Xbox 360.  Although Read More
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Xbox 360 Fanboy Contest - Mass Effect Xbox 360 Elite

posted Tuesday, March 18, 2008 11:18 AM by CPaladino
Rare occurrences aren't always good.  No one wants Malaria, or Rigid Spine Syndrome.  At least no one that I know wants those things. I'm happy to inform you of something that you probably WOULD like! Richard and the gang over at X3F are giving Read More
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Gamerscoreblog Goes Primetime

posted Monday, March 17, 2008 6:09 PM by Nelson Rodriguez
If you read that banner at the top of our website, you'll see that we like to offer "the inside scoop" from people working day to day with Xbox and Games for Windows.  Our weekly blogcast, event interviews and wacky videos are just some of the tools Read More
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Rainbow Six Vegas 2 Close to Home

posted Monday, March 17, 2008 4:04 PM by Nelson Rodriguez
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 is due out next week.  This never-before-seen video reveals how a lot of passion for the first game here at Microsoft nearly changed the entire theme of the sequel.  Ubisoft probably made the right choice.   Read More
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Xbox LIVE Arcade Titles Become "Hits"!

posted Monday, March 17, 2008 12:12 PM by DirtyDiva
This Wednesday, add two games to your Xbox LIVE Arcade collection when Doom and Assault Heroes will have their prices lowered to 400 points each.   Also, check out some of the new games that will be on their way to you in the near future: Read More
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New Downloadable Cars for Forza 2

posted Monday, March 17, 2008 11:45 AM by DirtyDiva
On March 19, 2008, you will have the chance to add to your Forza 2 car collection with new downloadable content available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace. The pack will include 13 new cars and can be yours for a mere 400 Microsoft Points. The cars included Read More
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Spring Fever is in the Air – Xbox LIVE Arcade Adds New Arcade Hits and Gives You a Sneak Peek at Upcoming Titles

posted Monday, March 17, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
Spring Fever is in the Air – Xbox LIVE Arcade Adds New Arcade Hits and Gives You a Sneak Peek at Upcoming Titles More top-selling arcade titles available Wednesday at discounted prices as they become Xbox LIVE Arcade Hits. Read More
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New Forza Motorsport 2 DLC goes live March 19

posted Monday, March 17, 2008 7:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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New Forza Motorsport 2 DLC - Car Comments

posted Monday, March 17, 2008 7:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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The Achievement Points Scandal

posted Friday, March 14, 2008 4:07 PM by johnporcaro
In an unnamed podcast hosted by an unnamed Gamerscore Blog member (we’ll just call him NR) and his co-host Natalie Sousa, some spurious and scandalous accusations were thrown out, and we thought we should bring the whole conversation to your attention.  Read More
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Gamerscore Blogcast - 053 - Multi Player and Single Player

posted Thursday, March 13, 2008 4:58 PM by CPaladino
Another discussion this week revolving around single player, multi player, and co-operative game play. MP3 File: 11.2 MB, 33 minutes AUDIO podcasts - available via the RSS feed, or the iTunes feedVIDEO podcasts - available via the RSS feed This week Nelson, Read More
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Last Month's NPD Numbers

posted Thursday, March 13, 2008 5:24 PM by johnporcaro
Earlier today, we sent an email to our media contacts with our take on this month's NPD numbers.  Here are the highlights. For February’s NPD reporting period, Xbox 360 remained in a supply constrained situation. The situation is improving and Read More
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February Monthly NPD Update

posted Thursday, March 13, 2008 5:00 PM by Gamerscore News
For February’s NPD reporting period, Xbox 360 remained in a supply constrained situation. The situation is improving and we are confident consumers will soon be able to find the Xbox 360 SKU they seek, in time for the launch of “Grand Theft Auto IV”, which we expect to be one of the biggest titles of the year with huge impact on the Xbox 360 platform. Read More
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Mass Effect DLC Explained

posted Thursday, March 13, 2008 11:15 AM by CPaladino
There seems to be some confusion surrounding how the “Bring Down the Sky” Mass Effect downloadable content works. Because of the way the module is tied in with the rest of the galaxy, players need to be able to access space to access ‘Bring Down the Read More
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Play Halo 3 with DJ Irie

posted Thursday, March 13, 2008 10:22 AM by Nelson Rodriguez
Do you have your own custom shoes?  I don't mean the discontinued pair you bought at Sneaker Warehouse that your mother thought looked "cute".  And not the Pro-Keds you marked up with a red marker.  I mean, did Adidas make a pair of sneakers Read More
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Mass Effect: Bring Down the Sky

posted Wednesday, March 12, 2008 9:56 AM by johnporcaro
In case you missed the trailer, it's worth a look.  To celebrate, BioWare is giving away a custom Mass Effect Xbox 360 Elite to a lucky community member.  Check out the details at masseffect.bioware.com. Read More
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More Mass Effect, Please!

posted Monday, March 10, 2008 2:04 PM by DirtyDiva
Revive Commander Shepard and lead him/her on a new adventure in "Bring Down the Sky" - new downloadable content available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Save millions on Terra Nova from a hijacked mobile asteroid on course for collision with the planet. This Read More
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Players Can Now Explore Even More of the “Mass Effect” Universe with the First Downloadable Content, “Bring Down the Sky”

posted Monday, March 10, 2008 1:56 PM by DirtyDiva
Players Can Now Explore Even More of the “Mass Effect” Universe with the First Downloadable Content, “Bring Down the Sky” Read More
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XBLA Challenges Your Brain and Takes You to Bliss Island

posted Monday, March 10, 2008 9:00 AM by DirtyDiva
*Update: Marketplace has been updated to show the correct price for Bliss Island. It is now 400 Microsoft Points. We are looking at solutions for those who downloaded the full game before the update.   This week, not one, but two arcade Read More
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Give Your Brain a Boost with “Brain Challenge” and Control the Wind with “Bliss Island” – Both Available this Wednesday on Xbox LIVE Arcade

posted Monday, March 10, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
Give Your Brain a Boost with “Brain Challenge” and Control the Wind with “Bliss Island” – Both Available this Wednesday on Xbox LIVE Arcade Read More
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Microsoft Drops Price of Xbox 360 in Europe

posted Monday, March 10, 2008 7:00 AM by DirtyDiva
"With Estimated Retail Price Starting At €199.99/£159.99, Even More European Consumers Can Enjoy The Definitive High-Definition Gaming and Entertainment Experience" For more information on this price drop, please see the full press release here. Read More
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Everyone's Invited to Experience Xbox 360 as Microsoft Lowers Estimated Retail Price in Europe

posted Monday, March 10, 2008 7:00 AM by Gamerscore News
With Estimated Retail Price Starting At €199.99/£159.99, Even More European Consumers Can Enjoy The Definitive High-Definition Gaming and Entertainment Experience Read More
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The Case of the Wiped 360

posted Friday, March 07, 2008 5:49 PM by DirtyDiva
Recently, the story of Nathaniel and the "wiped" console hit the interwebs. Nathaniel was the owner of a prized possession. He had an Xbox 360 that had several very cool signatures and drawings on it. He had to send it in for repair and tried to make Read More
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On Achievement Points

posted Thursday, March 06, 2008 4:35 PM by johnporcaro
For those of you that skim the blog, skip the podcast, and ignore the comments, there's an interesting discussion going on stemming from a discussion we had in this week's podcast.  What kind of impact has the pursuit of Xbox 360 Achievements had Read More
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Gamerscore Blogcast - 052 - Achievements, and the Gamer Caste System

posted Wednesday, March 05, 2008 2:10 PM by CPaladino
Tony was out sick, but the rest of us were here delivering thoughtful content. No that's not a joke.  It's a little different than what we usually deliver to your ears, feedback wanted! MP3 File: 12.4 MB, 36 minutes AUDIO podcasts - available via Read More
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GDC - The Lost Videos - Geoff Keighley Interview

posted Tuesday, March 04, 2008 4:07 PM by CPaladino
Chris talked to Gametrailer's Geoff Keighley at the Too Human Press event at GDC a few weeks back asking if gamers are setting unrealistic expectations at every conference that isn't E3. Special shoutout to Nelson who made the dorky green pen I had Read More
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