The Xbox 360 Compendium, Version 2.3
10-03-06 | 11:19 AM
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From: Ytown, Ohio
Originally Posted by DJ_Longfellow
Just a HEAD'S UP on the AMAZON deal. ADD BOTH GoW and Viva Pinata and you will get BOTH FREE!!!! Excellent deal if someone needs a 360. I already have one, so I'll pass.
Order either an Xbox 360 or Xbox 360 Core system during the month of October, and we'll throw in a pre-order of either of Microsoft's highly anticipated titles, Gears of War or Viva Piņata as a free thank you gift. Gears of War and Viva Piņata are $59.99 and $49.99 values and will be released this coming November.
10-03-06 | 11:34 AM
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From: Keizer, OR
Originally Posted by tbird2340
Say what? Where does it say you get BOTH? If so, that is insane!
10-03-06 | 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by kgrogers1979
I especially like this pic with the way the king's hands are positioned. It looks like he is about to jump out and grab the girl's boobies.
Tune in Tokyo!!!!
10-03-06 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by hail2dking
It doesn't say it, it is a glitch. If you add both they will both show up free. Now whether you get both or not is YMMV
1) next day shipping
2) do not call to verify order
3) do not post at FW or CAG
You'll thank me later.
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10-03-06 | 02:10 PM
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I recently just purchased an xbox 360 last week at circuit city. Runs great but it sure gets hot like i read about. Is it normal? I hear different things that it isnt suppose to get hot on the side or top but the air can get hot in the (back vent).
With my 360 it gets very hot on the top or side ( i lay it horizontal) and the in the back where the vent is. If its normal great. If not i suppose i could exchange for another since i just bought it.( and yes i bought the extended warrenty but lets not cross that bridge unless i have to) My worse fear of course is i exchange it for a dud when the original one would of been fine. This may be old news for most but i just jumped on the bandwagon.
With my 360 it gets very hot on the top or side ( i lay it horizontal) and the in the back where the vent is. If its normal great. If not i suppose i could exchange for another since i just bought it.( and yes i bought the extended warrenty but lets not cross that bridge unless i have to) My worse fear of course is i exchange it for a dud when the original one would of been fine. This may be old news for most but i just jumped on the bandwagon.
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10-03-06 | 02:44 PM
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From: Keizer, OR
It's hot, just keep it well ventilate, i.e. off the carpet, not in small enclosed space, etc. I have had mine since launch without any problems. Although, since MS extended the warranty period, I am sorta hoping something happens in the next few weeks..
10-03-06 | 05:09 PM
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Keep the power supply elevated and put the console in an open area. If you do that, you shouldn't have any problems with it overheating, unless your house gets quite hot during the summer.
10-03-06 | 06:00 PM
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From: Formerly known as "Vryce"/Detroit, Michigan
Whats on the schedule for release tomorrow?
ANy updates on Totemball? I caved and bought the camera. Haven't used it yet. I hooked it up once to test it. The picture looked a bit grainy. Though it may have been the lighting in the room.
ANy updates on Totemball? I caved and bought the camera. Haven't used it yet. I hooked it up once to test it. The picture looked a bit grainy. Though it may have been the lighting in the room.
10-03-06 | 06:03 PM
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I gave up on Totemball. Cancelled my camera pre-order and tossed the money down on Call of Duty 3 instead. It really bums me out - i had high hopes i was going to get Eyetoy games for my 360.
10-03-06 | 06:04 PM
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From: Westchester, Los Angeles
Originally Posted by Vryce
Whats on the schedule for release tomorrow?
ANy updates on Totemball? I caved and bought the camera. Haven't used it yet. I hooked it up once to test it. The picture looked a bit grainy. Though it may have been the lighting in the room.
ANy updates on Totemball? I caved and bought the camera. Haven't used it yet. I hooked it up once to test it. The picture looked a bit grainy. Though it may have been the lighting in the room.
Barring an electricity blackout, I'll have a review up in the morning for anyone interested.
When the ancient Ptolmec tribe simultaneously discovered gunpowder and barbeque, the explosive results scattered their musical totems across the jungle! Now Pterry the Pturtle must roll over mountains, cross islands, scale pyramids, and battle giant pinball games to retrieve the lost totems and bring music back to the party.
With high-definition graphics, Xbox Live Vision camera compatibility, Xbox Live Achievements and Leaderboards, this next-gen title provides hours of fun.
TotemBall includes multiple game modes including:
TotemBall Camera-controlled platforming gameplay gamers control the characters in the game by moving their hands in the air and gesturing in front of the camera
Juggling - Co-op juggling game with one player using Xbox Live Vision and the other player juggling totems with the controller
Pinball - Play any of the bonus pinball tables that have been unlocked through regular TotemBall play
Freeplay Explore the game with no time pressure and infinite lives great mode for kids
Super Challenge Play the entire game with one life and a time limit in each level
TotemJam Freely mix and match the games musical totems another fun exploration game for kids
With high-definition graphics, Xbox Live Vision camera compatibility, Xbox Live Achievements and Leaderboards, this next-gen title provides hours of fun.
TotemBall includes multiple game modes including:
TotemBall Camera-controlled platforming gameplay gamers control the characters in the game by moving their hands in the air and gesturing in front of the camera
Juggling - Co-op juggling game with one player using Xbox Live Vision and the other player juggling totems with the controller
Pinball - Play any of the bonus pinball tables that have been unlocked through regular TotemBall play
Freeplay Explore the game with no time pressure and infinite lives great mode for kids
Super Challenge Play the entire game with one life and a time limit in each level
TotemJam Freely mix and match the games musical totems another fun exploration game for kids
Last edited by Flay; 10-03-06 at 06:13 PM.
10-03-06 | 06:49 PM
#515
Originally Posted by xmiyux
I gave up on Totemball. Cancelled my camera pre-order and tossed the money down on Call of Duty 3 instead. It really bums me out - i had high hopes i was going to get Eyetoy games for my 360.
Wait... so you were going to get a camera/totemball instead of the next FPS game to play with us? Its one or the other?? Maybe if you taught in the inner city theyd pay you a lot more so you could buy all the games you wanted
10-03-06 | 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Save Ferris
Wait... so you were going to get a camera/totemball instead of the next FPS game to play with us? Its one or the other?? Maybe if you taught in the inner city theyd pay you a lot more so you could buy all the games you wanted
Although i am open to taking any donations towards funding this teacher's gaming needs.
10-04-06 | 01:00 AM
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Originally Posted by edstein
Totemball sounds cool. I'll be getting that.
10-04-06 | 03:24 AM
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Totemball is up now. I downloaded it, now I just need the camera. I launched the game just for the hell of it, and for some reason I get logged off of Live when the game launches, and I get signed back in as soon as I exit.
10-04-06 | 03:39 AM
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Originally Posted by eatntae
Totemball is up now. I downloaded it, now I just need the camera. I launched the game just for the hell of it, and for some reason I get logged off of Live when the game launches, and I get signed back in as soon as I exit.
10-04-06 | 04:11 AM
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Just downloaded. It's not stopping me, but I do have a camera.
First impressions, it's very much like an EyeToy version of Super Monkey Ball, or even Katamari Damacy. You hold both arms up to go straight, pull one arm down to rotate that way, or have both lowered to go in reverse. It's simple, but not exactly fun. I don't like it.
The pinball mode is moderately entertaining, then it gets boring. It's nothing that can't be done with a push of the A button. Instead, you have to wave your arm about. Eh.
This doesn't mean future games won't be good, it's just this concept isn't.
Oh well, it was free, I guess.
First impressions, it's very much like an EyeToy version of Super Monkey Ball, or even Katamari Damacy. You hold both arms up to go straight, pull one arm down to rotate that way, or have both lowered to go in reverse. It's simple, but not exactly fun. I don't like it.
The pinball mode is moderately entertaining, then it gets boring. It's nothing that can't be done with a push of the A button. Instead, you have to wave your arm about. Eh.
This doesn't mean future games won't be good, it's just this concept isn't.
Oh well, it was free, I guess.
10-04-06 | 08:59 AM
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From: You might catch me in Atlanta, looking like a boss
Originally Posted by DJ_Longfellow
Need For Speed Carbon demo is up....1GBish.
(too cheap to actually buy the game!)
10-04-06 | 09:50 AM
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You can get NFS: Most Wanted for like $30 new now.
Originally Posted by Daryl
Ahh, I guess I can finally stop playing the NFS: Most Wanted demo from last year (too cheap to actually buy the game!)
(too cheap to actually buy the game!)
