Re-imagined XCOM: Enemy Unknown revealed
Not content with one new XCOM game, 2K (via Game Informer) has lifted the lid on a re-imagining of XCOM: Enemy Unknown, coming to PC, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.
Development is being handled by trusted Civilization studio Firaxis Games and we’re promised a full-on strategy game that puts players in command of a global team fighting aliens.
"It’s been a dream of ours to recreate X-COM with our unique creative vision. We’re huge fans of the original game and it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to re-envision a game that is as beloved as X-COM," said Steve Martin, president of Firaxis Games. "we were careful to keep XCOM: Enemy Unknown true to the elements that made X-COM such a revered game while delivering an entirely new story and gameplay experience for both die-hard X-COM fans and newcomers to the franchise."
Turn-based gameplay is confirmed, as is a real-time strategic view and destructible environments. More details will be found in the February issue of Game Informer.
VideoGamer.com Analysis
The more action orientated XCOM slipped from its March date and is now set for release between April 2012 and March 2013. given the autumn date for Enemy Unknown, we expect XCOM to hit stores in the springtime or even miss 2012 altogether.
Re-imagined XCOM: Enemy Unknown revealed
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Microsoft Xbox 360 60GB – The 2nd Gen Gaming Console Whiz
Without a doubt, Microsoft hit big time with their foray in the gaming console community. Their first entry was the Xbox and its success helped elevate the technology involved in gaming consoles. Its successor, the Xbox 360 also met similar successes although it did have its fair share of problems. after its initial release in 2005, the box 360 received hardware upgrades which allowed it to store more data and perform better and faster than ever, one of the models, which was released in 2008, was the Microsoft Xbox 360 60GB, also known as Xbox 360 Pro or Xbox 360 Premium.
The Xbox 360 60GB was an upgrade of an earlier version of the Microsoft Xbox 360 Pro/Premium which had a 20GB hard disk. the new upgraded version was highly anticipated by numerous gamers all over the world but because of the problems it encountered in the initial release of the Xbox 360, the highly expected turnout was not met.
But, the Microsoft Xbox 360 60GB has received a big overhaul in its internal aspects and gained a solid position not only as an excellent game console, but also, a multi media hub for an entertainment centre whether in the living room or the bedroom. this was because the Xbox 360, despite having multitude internet content available to it, was also integrated with the online streaming service from Netflix. but again, the 360 was highly dependent on internet connection speed for quality so it wasn’t able to provide true high DVD quality because of the huge file size it generally comes in.
For hardcore gamers who don’t want to shell out the extra hundred bucks for a bigger HDD, 120 GB for the Elite model, the Microsoft Xbox 360 60GB will be adequate enough. While there is another model in the line-up cheaper than the Xbox 360 60GB, the entry level Xbox 360 Arcade, it does not come with a hard disk drive.
Another great addition that Microsoft added for the 2008 line-up was the increase in warranty. because of the highly publicized Three Rings of Death problem many Xbox users experienced, the increase in the warranty period offered a relief for those who might experience the failure, said to be caused by overheating of the unit. the Xbox 360 60GB though had decreased reports of this problem, including all models manufactured in 2007 and later, these are the units equipped with HDMI ports.
And those same models have also received a 65nm processor called the Falcon CPU, which was smaller, generated less heat, and did not require much energy like its predecessor, the 90nm version. but for all intent and purposes, this Microsoft Xbox has an internal system that is designed and built to perform like a computer. It’s capable of producing top notch video output and has a processing power from three cores operating at 3.2GHZ each.
Design wise, the Microsoft Xbox 360 60GB is slightly smaller than the original unit. the new model can also be made to stand up. when laid down, the 360 measured 12.15 inches in width, 3.27 inches in height, and a depth of 10.15 inches, it also weighed 8.8 pounds. the face of this Microsoft Xbox has a hinged door where underneath you will find 2 USB ports and two slots for memory cards.
Sleek and sexy looking with an inward curve, the Microsoft Xbox 360 60GB can also be personalized using interchangeable face plates. inside the box, you will find an instruction book, power lead and adaptor, a headset with mic, Ethernet cable, component lead, component to HDMI converter, component to SCART converter, and a wireless controller.
Despite having problems in the past, Microsoft has done a great job of continually improving the system. And at the end of the day, the Microsoft Xbox 360 60GB certainly delivers in quality and there really is no comparison to the performance quality it provides on its games.
Microsoft Xbox 360 60GB – The 2nd Gen Gaming Console Whiz
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Upcoming Game Releases of 2012
As 2011 draws to a close, we are already looking forward to the new year in gaming. here are our top 10 games of 2012 to look out for.
Halo 4
Platform: Xbox 360
One of the biggest reasons for the Xbox 360′s popularity has been the contribution from Bungie’s Halo franchise. Announced at E3, Halo 4 is the sequel of the 2007 game and continues where the 3rd game finished in which Master Chief and Cortana are lost in space and discovering a mysterious planet. with Halo 3 still ranked as the biggest ever selling game on Xbox 360, expect this new installment to gain a hype just a big.
Mass Effect 3
Release date: 6th March NA, 9th March EU
Platforms: PC, PS3, Xbox 360
The final edition in Bioware’s epic trilogy. the sci-fi RPG game follows from Mass Effect 2′s DLC Arrival pack and follows Commander Shepard’s last attempts to the save the galaxy. Unlike the previous two games, the third game includes multiplayer co-op for the first time and will also include a Gears of War style Horde mode.
Borderlands 2
Release date: 1st September
Platforms: PC, PS3, Xbox 360
Set 5 years after the first game, Borderlands 2 comes with new enemies, weapons, environments and a new gun system. As well as that there is also two player spilt-screen and four player online co-op.
GTA V
Platforms: Ps3,Xbox 360(TBC)
The controversial open world game returns. the debut trailer was released by Rockstar Games in november and is set away from Liberty city but to the L.A based city Los Santos. Rockstar president Sam Houser has said that GTA 5 is a “radical reinvention of the Grand Theft Auto universe”.
Tomb Raider
Release date: TBC
Platforms: PC,PS3, Xbox 360
A young Lara Croft is shipwrecked and kidnapped to strange island. the game has a new look compared to its predecessors and is based on survival rather than discovery. it is also a change from the recognised gameplay with inclusions of quick time events and more complex puzzles.
FIFA Street
Release date: March 2012
Platforms: PS3, Xbox 360
The fourth game is an entirely new change to the series and gets rid of the cartoon style visuals of the third game. EA’s biggest announcement for this game was the signing of Lionel Messi who appears on the cover and is no longer the face of the PES games.
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
Release date: 6th March NA, 9th March EU
Platforms: PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, DS, PSP
The fourth game in the Ghost Recon series is set in the futuristic settings of the Middle East and Asia. the third person shooter includes more specific aiming and a camouflage setting. the game also uses the Xbox Kinect peripheral and its voice control to present a new way of playing the game.
Assassin’s Creed III
Platforms: PC, PS3, Xbox 360 (TBC)
No confirmation has yet been announced about the surroundings of the game. however the director of Revelations, Alexandre Amacio, has stated that a new Assassin’s Creed game should be released around December 2012. former creative director Patrice Desilets has also said that the game could revolve around the conspiracy theory that the world will end in 2012.
Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance
Release date: TBC
Platforms: PS3, Xbox 360
Between the events of metal gear solid 2 and 4, this installment does not play you in the role of Solid Snake but inside the cyborg ninja Raiden. the game focusses on sword-fighting rather than the traditional stealth gameplay from most of the games.
Max Payne 3
Release date: March 2012
Platforms: PC, PS3, Xbox 360
Another gaming series from RockStar returns with its first on the current generation consoles. Set eight years after the second game, Max has left new York City and has been double-crossed in the new setting of Sao Paulo, Brazil. the new gameplay features include new cover mechanics and an over-the-shoulder zoom aiming.
Upcoming Game Releases of 2012
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The Future of the Gaming Industry – The Xbox Kinetic Is Truly Remarkable
Take your self on a gaming experience of epic proportion. the new Xbox kinetic was designed to bring people into gaming that normally would not be a gamer. with an unique full body game play, where your whole body is the controller.
The Xbox 360 has just jumped into the motion sensor gaming technology. the PlayStation 3 just released the PlayStation move controller. Xbox had to come up with something unique of their own, so Xbox has just release the kinetic, which enables full body game play.
The Xbox kinetic is very unique in the fact the kinetic isn’t a controller at all. It’s a sensor which plugs into your console via USB port. the idea behind it, was to create an innovative way to bring games to all ages of people. the kinetic wants to bring people and families together in a social way as you can all play together. So in sorts, the Xbox 360 is now advertising itself as the new family gaming console. the kinetic is very cool, in the fact you play a game the way you think it should be played. If for example you are playing a soccer game, you would use your legs and feet in a similar fashion as playing soccer. this is a perfect way for kids to exercise in the dead of winter. Even for adults of all ages, video games are a perfect way to get off the couch and moving.
The kinetic uses no controllers or cords to play, all sensor technology. the coolest part is the fact it is voice activated. Meaning you can know tell your Xbox 360 console to turn on, shut off, and browse all with the quick movement of your hand. this quite possibly could be the future of the gaming industry.
The kinetic does sound like a great gadget to enhance your gaming experience. the motion sensor sounds great, but how good are the games going to be? Gamers want to be able to play the action adventure, role playing games with this device. the current library only consists of: sports games, exercise games, and so on. the kinetic will cost you around $150, which is pretty expensive for a gadget. I just need to know if quality games or going to be released or will it have the same lack luster library of the Nintendo Wii.
The Future of the Gaming Industry – The Xbox Kinetic Is Truly Remarkable
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