The XBLA Thread
10-07-07, 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Decker
Even though the ad clearly allowed the purchase of a 1600 and getting another one free, the computers didn't allow it (it required a manual override) and it probably wasn't what the folks at CC had intended. I ended up with 7200 points for $45 + tax (which I never understood, why pay tax for the purchase of points?).
I should have purchased more but I was travelling that week.
I should have purchased more but I was travelling that week.
10-07-07, 09:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Michael Corvin
And that was assuming your CC actually had cards. Mine had 1 1600 point card the day of the ad and didn't get any more that week.
10-08-07, 08:02 AM
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And to add to it, they took the cards out of their search engine for that week, so that no one could do an in-store pickup and try to get a pricematch. However, they weren't smart enough to pull the whole page, and if you had the old url in cache, you could still check stock. Of course, no stores around here put them into inventory until after the sale was over. I'm done with the CC talk for now.
Let's get back to talking about Puzzle Quest!
Let's get back to talking about Puzzle Quest!
10-08-07, 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Decker
Even though the ad clearly allowed the purchase of a 1600 and getting another one free, the computers didn't allow it (it required a manual override) and it probably wasn't what the folks at CC had intended. I ended up with 7200 points for $45 + tax (which I never understood, why pay tax for the purchase of points?).
I should have purchased more but I was travelling that week.
I should have purchased more but I was travelling that week.
The manager refused to honor the sale saying "I'm not giving you basically one of the items for free. The points aren't accessories, you have to buy the XBox accessories." He pointed me to controllers and headsets. When I showed him a big sign in their own store that showed the point cards, he said "I guess I will let you get one point card if you buy an actual accessory." I asked him, what the difference was if I bought a $20 headset and the $20 point card, one was still going to be free. He just shook his head and removed the sign from the display.
That was the last time I step foot in CC.
10-08-07, 10:57 AM
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CVG is stating that next week's (10/17) release is SpeedBall II: Brutal Deluxe.
10-08-07, 11:10 AM
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2 new Arcade releases this week: (One of them is FREE, but possibly filled with Toyota advertising.)
SCREENSHOTS of both games are up on VGT as well as video trailers: http://www.videogametalk.com/news.php
Check VGT for reviews of both titles this week.
SCREENSHOTS of both games are up on VGT as well as video trailers: http://www.videogametalk.com/news.php
Two brand spankin’ new titles join the Xbox LIVE Arcade library this week! “Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords™” ups the ante on traditional puzzle games by incorporating strategy and role-playing elements in a captivating world with a persistent storyline. Also, gamers will get a special treat this week as Toyota brings to life one of their newest model of cars in “Yaris,” the first dodger/shooter driving game on the platform, for free! Both games are available for download this Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT).
“Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords” delivers classic puzzle-game action paired with an epic story of good versus evil. The Xbox LIVE Arcade version of “Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords” contains all of the content found on other platform versions, but is now optimized to take advantage of a widescreen, HD display and LIVE features like camera support, Achievements, leaderboards and Gamerscore. Additionally, the game includes some minor rebalancing and gameplay tweaks to enhance the gaming experience. Developed by Infinite Interactive Pty. Ltd., “Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords” is available for download worldwide on Xbox LIVE Arcade for 1200 Microsoft Points.
· For more details on “Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords,” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/p/pu...de/default.htm
“Yaris” is a quick, fast and easy-to-learn game that puts players behind the wheel of a customizable Toyota Yaris to destroy enemies, avoid obstacles, and finish the course before it finishes them. Players will enjoy customization options and an arsenal of weapons while they attack enemies and advance to the next level. “Yaris” features online multiplayer over Xbox LIVE, allowing gamers to challenge each other for the best time and score. Developed by Backbone Entertainment, “Yaris” is the first free brand-supported game on Xbox LIVE Arcade and is available for download in the U.S. and Canada for one full year.
· For more details on “Yaris,” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/y/ya...de/default.htm
“Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords” delivers classic puzzle-game action paired with an epic story of good versus evil. The Xbox LIVE Arcade version of “Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords” contains all of the content found on other platform versions, but is now optimized to take advantage of a widescreen, HD display and LIVE features like camera support, Achievements, leaderboards and Gamerscore. Additionally, the game includes some minor rebalancing and gameplay tweaks to enhance the gaming experience. Developed by Infinite Interactive Pty. Ltd., “Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords” is available for download worldwide on Xbox LIVE Arcade for 1200 Microsoft Points.
· For more details on “Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords,” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/p/pu...de/default.htm
“Yaris” is a quick, fast and easy-to-learn game that puts players behind the wheel of a customizable Toyota Yaris to destroy enemies, avoid obstacles, and finish the course before it finishes them. Players will enjoy customization options and an arsenal of weapons while they attack enemies and advance to the next level. “Yaris” features online multiplayer over Xbox LIVE, allowing gamers to challenge each other for the best time and score. Developed by Backbone Entertainment, “Yaris” is the first free brand-supported game on Xbox LIVE Arcade and is available for download in the U.S. and Canada for one full year.
· For more details on “Yaris,” please visit http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/y/ya...de/default.htm
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10-08-07, 02:13 PM
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That's kinda clever, free game to advertise your car brand. I doubt it'll sell many cars, but it may increase brand awareness among a desired demographic. Interesting. I have no doubt that the game will suck, however.
I'm over 90% certain that I'll buy Puzzle Quest. It's such a great game and after some consideration it's probably worth 1200 points to me just to be able to play it on the big TV.
I'm over 90% certain that I'll buy Puzzle Quest. It's such a great game and after some consideration it's probably worth 1200 points to me just to be able to play it on the big TV.
10-08-07, 02:16 PM
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PQ will be much better if we have a good community of opponents to choose from here as well. Each 1200 points spent by us makes each of our 1200 points spent more of a bargain.
10-08-07, 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Decker
That's kinda clever, free game to advertise your car brand. I doubt it'll sell many cars, but it may increase brand awareness among a desired demographic. Interesting. I have no doubt that the game will suck, however.
10-08-07, 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by abrg923
1200 points? Not a chance...not for a game I've never played.
It's basically competitive Bejeweled with RPG/character-customization elements that include abilities based on your class and level. But it requires you to match gems on the board to build up your mana pools to use/cast such abilities.
There's a lengthy single-player quest, plus online. What's not to love?!
10-08-07, 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted by pinata242
There's a lengthy single-player quest, plus online. What's not to love?!
10-08-07, 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
What's not to love? The fact that it's an insurmountable $15, apparently.
Also that single-player quest can be quite different depending on the class you choose.
10-08-07, 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by pinata242
Hey, you're in luck! Rumor has it that this XBLA game will allow you to download and try out the game before you have to buy it!
http://www.infinite-interactive.com/...quest/demo.php
Try that, THEN tell me you're still not interested.
10-08-07, 05:54 PM
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I'll probably get Puzzle Quest, but I just broke down last week and bought myself a DS, along with PQ. I'm not sure I need to buy the same game on two platforms within a span of 7 days.
10-09-07, 06:40 AM
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I am buying Puzzle Quest. I waited to get it for XBLA instead of DS, and now's the time to bite. And ya, I'll dl Yaris. Should be an easy 200 achievement points at the least.
10-09-07, 06:54 AM
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Originally Posted by lordwow
I am buying Puzzle Quest. I waited to get it for XBLA instead of DS, and now's the time to bite. And ya, I'll dl Yaris. Should be an easy 200 achievement points at the least.
That's what everyone said about the BK games before they came out and some of those are damn near impossible to get.
10-09-07, 06:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Michael Corvin
That's what everyone said about the BK games before they came out and some of those are damn near impossible to get.
10-09-07, 07:42 AM
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I've only spent money on Puzzle Fighter, Pacman: CE, and Geometry Wars. But those three are easily my most played games on my 360. I find myself always going to them instead of "real" games.
10-09-07, 07:44 AM
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In the DS version of Puzzle Quest difficulty level was pretty broken, and had some annoying spelling errors and display bugs. But even in the event of none of that being fixed (I've heard that the balanced is tweaked at least) I think it's still pretty recommendable at $15.
10-09-07, 07:47 AM
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Originally Posted by boredsilly
I've only spent money on Puzzle Fighter, Pacman: CE, and Geometry Wars. But those three are easily my most played games on my 360. I find myself always going to them instead of "real" games.