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Originally Posted by Yancey
Rich, thanks for the thoughts on Scene It. I was going to start a thread on it the other day. I've been close to getting it for my gf and I (she's a Luminees player but not much else), but was worried all of the questions would be <i>too</i> mainstream/contemporary. This based on the back cover, which features <i>Night at the Museum</i> and some animated films. Are there many questions on film history, or anything more nerdy along those lines?
Some older clips (and their question sets) I've seen so far, and this might be a spoiler for some, include Out of Africa, From Here to Eternity, Trading Places, Naked Gun, Ghostbusters, Lawrence of Arabia, Close Encounters, Raising Arizona, etc; and questions (from clips) range from the basic (name the movie) to what are "the instructions" in Raising Arizona (the Spock book, which isn't in the clip) to historic facts (When a certain event happend in real life) and other details. During Credit Roll you'll get stuff as abstract as costume designer, to director, then actors and character names. Other bits cover more popular foreign films as well such as Pan's Labyrinth and Run Lola Run. It doesn't dig too horribly deep but proves challenging. Overall, it keeps things pretty well balanced, you won't get a lot of Godard questions, but the game seems aware that people other than Ben Stiller and Steven Spielberg (though he is in it a lot) exist in the world. On a side note, I'm a movie nut and have watched a ton, my buddy is into movies though not quite as much but has killer knowledge of the 80s flicks he grew up on. He kicks my ass when they popup. IMO, this is one of the better "casual"/party games on any console right now, I just hope for expansion disks in the future. (According to VGChartz the game has sold about 110,000 copies worldwide in its first 3 weeks, about 70k in the US (increased 2k each week), about 40k in Europe. That really doesn't seem bad for a $60 trivia game.) |
NFL 2K5 runs fairly well on the 360. The load screens stutter a little, and there are some goofy effects here and there during a game, but overall this is still a fun title.
Custom stadium music does not work, however. Hunter: The Reckoning is now on the BC list as well, and if you can find it cheap I recommend it. It's a great mindless hack and slash with a decent story too. |
Originally Posted by Yancey
Rich, thanks for the thoughts on Scene It. I was going to start a thread on it the other day. I've been close to getting it for my gf and I (she's a Luminees player but not much else), but was worried all of the questions would be <i>too</i> mainstream/contemporary. This based on the back cover, which features <i>Night at the Museum</i> and some animated films. Are there many questions on film history, or anything more nerdy along those lines?
My biggest complaint is I really wish there was online play options. I consider myself a film buff, but of course my kids 13 & 17 can't compete on the same level because they haven't seen 1/4 of what I have, even though they like playing. I need to have a get together with 3 other 'buffs' and see how I actually rate with some competition. I have 3 friends who would qualify but getting them available and together at one time is proving difficult. I was really disappointed when the box did not mention anything about download content, although there is a menu option within the game to check for available downloads, so I'm hoping for future 'question packs'. I would love to see some genre themed packs (Horror!), but just general question packs would be fine also. |
Thanks for the info guys. I might very well pick it up.
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Lame as shit that MVP Baseball 2003 and 2004 are BC but not 2005.
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Originally Posted by lotsofdvds
NFL 2K5 runs fairly well on the 360. The load screens stutter a little, and there are some goofy effects here and there during a game, but overall this is still a fun title.
Custom stadium music does not work, however. Hunter: The Reckoning is now on the BC list as well, and if you can find it cheap I recommend it. It's a great mindless hack and slash with a decent story too. |
Originally Posted by astrochimp
84 Xbox games have been added to the compatability list for the 360.Im new to this so dunno how it works but im glad to see ESPN nfl2k5 on there.
heres the list: http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/837/837948p1.html YES!!!!! :D :D :D :D |
Originally Posted by Setzer
FINALLY MVP '05!!!!!
YES!!!!! :D :D :D :D |
Originally Posted by lordwow
As per my post about 2 back, MVP 05 is NOT on the BC list.
Do you mean that there is no update for it to work when you put the game in? Edit : Ahhh... it is on the listed on the link posted... but not on the "official list" that is sited as it's source. http://www.majornelson.com/archive/2...at-update.aspx Looks like it was on the list, but silently removed, as someone commented on it being included on the same page. |
Originally Posted by lordwow
As per my post about 2 back, MVP 05 is NOT on the BC list.
EDIT- This is the list I looked at... LINK |
Originally Posted by Setzer
I checked the list and MVP '05 is on it. Which list did you look at?
EDIT- This is the list I looked at... LINK |
Anyone using the Windows Media Center Extender thingy to access music/pics/videos from your PC on your 360? I have WinXP SP 2 and WMP11. I'm currently using TVersity, and I'm wondering if I will gain enough functionality or ease of use using MCE to bother going through the hassle of changing.
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you will lost functionality. MCE doesnt handle xvid or divx.
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No Otogi 1, 2, Samurai Shadown 5, Iron Phoenix, Kingdom Under Fire: Hereoes, Voodoo Vince, Oddworld Stranger's Wrath, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sub., Men of Valor, Crimson Sea, Deus Ex: Invisible War, The Sims, The Sims: Bustin' Out....etc.
Oh well, look like we must wait till April for new BC Pack :( |
Originally Posted by Jtnguyen12
No Otogi 1, 2, Samurai Shadown 5, Iron Phoenix, Kingdom Under Fire: Hereoes, Voodoo Vince, Oddworld Stranger's Wrath, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sub., Men of Valor, Crimson Sea, Deus Ex: Invisible War, The Sims, The Sims: Bustin' Out....etc.
Oh well, look like we must wait till April for new BC Pack :( |
DOB: 11-7-2005
RROD: 11-28-2007 Didn't get a chance to crack open Mass Effect either, maybe by Christmas?? I just got off the phone earlier today w/ MS to get a coffin for my month old Woot Zune... hmmm karma kickin' in? |
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/community/...ls/default.htm
How to Enter: Register your gamertag. Download any Xbox Originals game between December 4-5. Check your e-mail to see if you're a winner! Related Links: Xbox Originals Official Sweepstakes Rules More Play & Win Contests Xbox Originals Play & Win Sweepstakes Published November 27, 2007 Following the exciting news that original Xbox games are now available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, we've got a fun Play & Win Sweepstakes to celebrate! To enter, all you have to do is register your gamertag and then download any of the Xbox Originals from Marketplace between December 4 and December 5. We're giving away five Xbox 360 VIP Accessory Kits, as well as dozens of other prizes! Travel in style with this VIP Accessory Kit. Five (5) First Prizes: Xbox 360 VIP Accessory Kit (Wireless Controller, 2 Play & Charge Kits, Xbox LIVE Vision camera, Quick Charge Kit, Universal Media Remote, Wireless Networking Adapter, Wireless Headset, Memory Unit (64MB), Limited Edition Xbox 360 Aluminum Carrying Case) Twenty-Five (25) Second Prizes: 12-month Xbox LIVE Gold Subscription Twenty-Five (25) Third Prizes: 1600 Microsoft Points You must register for your chance to win! Register your gamertag before the end of the promotion on December 5. Check out the Play & Win rules for full details on the sweepstakes, including more info on how to register and participate, as well as detailed prize information. The Play & Win promotions from Xbox.com are an easy way to jump in and interact with the Xbox LIVE community. It's easy to enter and you could win some great prizes. Look for more exciting Play & Win promotions in the future! NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States (includes the District of Columbia) 18+. Game ends December 5, 2007. For details including free, alternate method of entry, see the Official Rules List of Xbox Originals: Burnout 3: Takedown Crash Bandicoot: Wrath of Cortex Crimson Skies Fable Fusion Frenzy Halo Psychonauts |
Originally Posted by hail2dking
DOB: 11-7-2005
RROD: 11-28-2007 Didn't get a chance to crack open Mass Effect either, maybe by Christmas?? I just got off the phone earlier today w/ MS to get a coffin for my month old Woot Zune... hmmm karma kickin' in? I believe my 360 was a similar production date as yours and up until it RROD, I had never had 1 issue with it. I'm curious to see if I get mine back (doubtful with the turnaround), a refurb or a new unit. I'd either like to get mine back or a new one with an HDMI output, but we'll see what happens. |
Originally Posted by sniper308
Mine should be delivered back to me today. I don't have the entire timeline in front of me, but I believe I called it in, the first week of November. Got the box a week later (according to UPS tracking I'm looking at), shipped it to them which took 5 total days (including a weekend), then its taken 6 days from time it shipped from them (which was 2 days after it arrived at their location), if its delivered today. Xbox customer service via phone was actually very helpful, and was able to provide me UPS tracking numbers on the coffin, as well as the outgoing shipment of my Xbox back to me.
I believe my 360 was a similar production date as yours and up until it RROD, I had never had 1 issue with it. I'm curious to see if I get mine back (doubtful with the turnaround), a refurb or a new unit. I'd either like to get mine back or a new one with an HDMI output, but we'll see what happens. |
Got my same unit back also.......the drive was alot louder, but man, my 360 can be on all day and still cool to the touch........
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Hmmm Fable, might have to download that and finally play it...Not sure when I am going to have time in between Halo, NHL, Puzzle Quest, and the games I am getting for xmas.
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Not once have I ever cared about the Artist of the Month thing Live offers until now...
Dream Theater is the December Artist of the Month! LIVE members on Xbox 360 will have access to exclusive performance, interview, and behind the scenes footage from Dream Theater's recent tour Dream Theater will be playing over Xbox LIVE on 12/5 in the Game with Fame program. Get onto Xbox LIVE and prepare to play your favorite band. Details at Xbox.com Awesome. Now, if only a track or two would show up in GHIII or RB. :) |
Hmm.. some Dream Theater in rockband. That would be nice.
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How much will the Xbox Originals be and how big will the DL files be? (Not that I would buy any of them, I'm just curuious)
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Every game will be 1,200 points ($15).
File size will vary by game. I think the OG Halo is 2GB. |
I was considering Psychonauts, but if the whole thing is handled like the live arcade then I might have to think twice about it. I'd hate not to be able to play a game because I somehow got disconnected from Live or decided not to keep Live.
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
Unless you are talking about the issues of their usability if you have to get a new 360, I'll agree. But, you should have 100% access to them and your XBLA titles if you do not have a Live Gold account or if you're offline.
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Originally Posted by Michael Corvin
Every game will be 1,200 points ($15).
File size will vary by game. I think the OG Halo is 2GB. Cool. I don't like DL games like this beause I want a physical disc. Either way hope this forces Gamestop and others to price their used XBOX games around $9 max. :D |
Anyone who has not played Psychonauts should make it a point to get this game. I still stand solid behind my rating of Collectors Series and I will be spending the points to play it again. http://www.videogametalk.com/review.php?ID=146
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Originally Posted by SteelgearX
I was considering Psychonauts, but if the whole thing is handled like the live arcade then I might have to think twice about it. I'd hate not to be able to play a game because I somehow got disconnected from Live or decided not to keep Live.
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Originally Posted by Liver&Onions
Anyone who has not played Psychonauts should make it a point to get this game. I still stand solid behind my rating of Collectors Series and I will be spending the points to play it again. http://www.videogametalk.com/review.php?ID=146
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
Likewise, I can only hope that Beyond Good & Evil is added to the BC list and offered up on the Xbox Originals Channel so that it can have a second chance to shine (at least until Beyond Good & Evil 2 comes out on the Wii).
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Originally Posted by Liver&Onions
Isn't it called Way Beyond Good & Evil?
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Originally Posted by Michael Corvin
Every game will be 1,200 points ($15).
File size will vary by game. I think the OG Halo is 2GB. |
Originally Posted by PixyJunket
(at least until Beyond Good & Evil 2 comes out on the Wii).
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Originally Posted by taffer
You still have hope that BG&E 2 will ever be made?
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Rumors have persisted about BG&E 2 for years. I won't believe it until I hear an actual official word saying the game is in development.
After all, there were also a lot of rumors that Kid Icarus would be "re-imagined" on the Wii. Nothing yet... |
So much lost potential...
Every programmer on here should apply for a job at Nintendo, just so we can persuade from the inside :) |
No need, Retro Studios is already working on the next Kid Icarus. :D2:
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
Nope, it's now called Beyond Good & Evil: Warrior Within. Jade is now blond and bustier and war has hardened her with added scorn and attitude! The eclectic score has been changed to a heavy metal/hip-hop soundtrack. Combat has been revamped with a heavy combo system and the photography, exploration and adventure elements have been removed.
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