Heads up freetards -- time to get your fill your online gaming boots, as Microsoft's giving the UK a free weekend of Xbox Live Gold. You know, just in case you haven't tried it yet. Starts 12pm Friday, and there's even double XP up for grabs in Gears of War, Assassin's Creed 3 and Far Cry 3. [TomsHardware] Read More >>
A new collection of rumours regarding what we may see at Microsoft's May 21st Xbox launch appeared over the weekend, with sources claiming the new home console will see Microsoft update the Achievements system, add video sharing and leave the hot potato always-on internet connection decision down to the game makers. Read More >>
Featured comment by EngineerMoore:
"heres a thought. what if the big publishers use the DRM knowing that it will have an impact on xbox 360 sales. It could kill the console giving them o..." More »
The internet was full of more moaning sad men than usual over the weekend, as a massive chunk of downtime broke Xbox Live and crippled Microsoft's gaming service in the UK and overseas. This is why we don't want to have to deal with an always-on console. Read More >>
Microsoft has agreed with reports that claimed a hacking team managed to take control of some high-profile box Live accounts, but says that came about through stealing credit card and login information rather than breaking into the servers and doing it the hard way. Read More >>
Have you got a bucket list? A list of things that you yearn to try out before you snuff it and shuffle off this mortal coil? You should get one -- they make life truly worth living. Read More >>
Up 'till now, Microsoft's kept the XBox Live system inside the family -- Xbox, Windows Phone and now Windows 8. With the release of a new Microsoft game for iOS though, all that's about to change -- you can now get your XBox Live groove on from your iPhone. What's next -- Halo 4 on the iPad? Oh I dearly wish. Read More >>
The Verge reports that Microsoft will release a set-top box next year alongside its next generation Xbox. The "Xbox TV" will deliver the popular Xbox Live streaming entertainment services currently available on the Xbox as well as some basic gaming. In other words, it'll bring you Netflix and Angry Birds but not Call of Duty. Read More >>
Featured comment by CVerrier:
"..aaand here's the link.
http://winsupersite.com/windows-8/availability-matrix-shows-limits-microsoft-media-ecosystem
Hey, where's the 'Edit' bu..." More »
Once upon a time, online console gaming was a novel thing. And a singular, cohesive, online community built around a console was downright mindblowing. Enter Xbox Live, which turns 10 this week. Read More >>
Featured comment by Fynolt:
"I was a fan of the original xbox controller. yes it was rather large but I felt it was a better fit that the controller designed by sony for a 5 year ..." More »
In a wholly unsurprising move, Microsoft's taking the ban hammer to anyone and everyone who fires up that leaked Halo 4 image on their Xbox Live-connected console. You may get to play if before everyone else, but you'll never connect to Xbox Live again. Read More >>
Featured comment by KENNERS:
"That's like putting a box of twinkies infront of a fat and saying DON'T EAT THEM FOR 4 DAYS surely it's not the gamer who should be punished but the s..." More »
Major Nelson announced that Microsoft is accepting beta testers for the next version of Xbox Live, which includes new features like Internet Explorer for Xbox, better search and discovery, an updated dashboard and more. If you're interested and of course you are (new features yay!) you can sign up right here. [Major Nelson] Read More >>
Later tonight, Microsoft will—reportedly, hopefully—finally unleash its tablet on the world. But other than that it might possibly exist, not much is known about Redmond's iPad and/or Kindle Fire fighter. Since we don't know what it is, let's talk about what it should be. Read More >>
Everyone wants to be a superhero, armed with amazing powers. Whether it be the ability to see through the clothing of attractive people; the ability to clean a grimy window just by staring at it, or the power to cause Piers Morgan some kind of excruciating internal pain using the power of your mind and some tools, we'd all like a piece of the superhero action. Read More >>
Featured comment by LeftofNever:
"Tempted to get a Sony Tablet S; but not sure we need another tablet at home given we have two iPads (1st and 3rd gen)." More »
If you didn't catch Microsoft's press conference at E3 today, here's a brief recap: game, game, XBOX LIVE CONTENT STREAMING SPORTS MUSIC APPS, South Park game, exeunt. The message was clear. The Xbox 360 is officially one of the best set-top boxes in the world. Read More >>
Featured comment by rustybullet:
"I've got both Xbox and PS - the Xbox network is by far the better online gaming experience
But it does seem quite a lot of money, these days. I kno..." More »
We regularly bring you bargains that provide you with hours of unbridled fun – no need to thank us, it’s just the way that we’re wired. But what happens when the fun comes to an end? That’s right – there’s ALWAYS a huge mess to clear up. Read More >>
Today’s top deal is one for those of you who are put off by the high-speed driving and terribly bad behaviour inherent in games such as the GTA series. It also helps if you’re an obsessive-compulsive tidier. Read More >>
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