Update: Microsoft has confirmed Phil Harrison’s appointment is not a direct result of Peter Molyneux’s departure, but in fact a unrelated coincidence. The company also announced Lionhead COO Mark Webley would be taking over Molyneux’s role at Lionhead, while the Microsoft Studios Europe Creative Director position will be left vacant …
Read More »Halo 4: See the first new video in almost a year!
“What do we keep? What do we throw away? What do we add?” For the first time in a decade, Halo is poised to evolve, and this behind-the-scenes documentary from new developer 343 Industries is our first truly in-depth look at what major changes could be in store for the …
Read More »Todays news from Opposite World: Microsoft claims to be better than Sony at fresh new IP for core gamers
Yeah, it seems that in a recent interview (opens in new tab) with Game Informer, Microsoft Studios President Phil Spencer has been bandying about the platform holder’s apparent strength in fresh new IP for the hardcore player, while simultaneously giving Sony a bit of a kicking in that area. Also, …
Read More »New design chief will launch Xbox 360 successor in 2013, says source
A new team leader has been appointed by Microsoft to oversee the “design and experience” of the Xbox brand, working toward a 2013 launch for the line’s next console, says CNET. The site’s sources say previous rumors of a 2013 launch for the machine, informally referred to as the Xbox …
Read More »XBLA users report unauthorized purchases, hackers leave FIFA achievements to mark their crime
An unwelcome reminder of 2011’s PSN attacks came for a number of Xbox Live users this weekend, as multiple reports concerning compromised account details, unauthorized purchases, and transfers surface. Reports from affected users suggest the attacks follow a fairly recognizable pattern, but if you’re an XBLA user with credit card …
Read More »Gears of War 3 COG Tags and Campaign Collectibles Guide
The saga of Delta Squad’s continuing battle against the Locust Horde is unfortunately reaching its finale. Before it reaches its conclusion however, you’ll want to squeeze every juicy bit of information out of the campaign that you can. To do this, you’ll need to find the 42 different collectible items …
Read More »GameStop beta testing PS3 and Xbox 360 game streaming (but is it too late?)
There may soon be a day when GameStop beams its wares directly to your dashboard. A day in mid-2012, to be precise. This week, the brick and mortar video game retailer announced thatit hasstarted beta testing its own PS3 and Xbox 360 game streaming service, with plans invite US gamers …
Read More »Jersey Shore gear adds class to Xbox Live Avatar Store
Now you too can represent everything that’s wrong (and/or effin’ awesome!) with Western culture with the purchase of Jersey Shore Xbox Live avatar gear. Released to celebrate the hit reality show’s 4th season premiere, the selection includes clothing and accessories inspired by the Jersey Shore cast, and are available in …
Read More »Child of Eden – Kinect hands-on preview
We love Rez at GamesRadar, so much so that we included it in our 100 best games of all time (opens in new tab) at the #84 slot. Child of Eden, the spiritual successor to Rez by creator Tetsuya Mizuguchi, easily takes the seed that Rez planted and builds upon …
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