Well, 2012 is coming to a close. Allegedly, the next generation will start towards the end of 2013 (no the WiiU doesn't really count for me). The only currently announced 2013 game I am interested in is the South Park: The Stick of Truth.
So what did I get for Xmas/the end of the year metropolitan policy. I guess these games have to last me a while, since I currently don't intend to go "next gen". Many of these were Black Friday deals (or online - I did take advantage of some Xmas XBLA points and Xbox Live sales), a few were presents.
Monday, December 31, 2012
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Karaoke (Xbox 360 Apps): Impressions
Yesterday saw the release of an app on the Xbox 360 (i think you find it in the app section) titled "Karaoke". This seems to be an iNiS game (they did Lips on the 360) and a Karaoke Channel license. It is free to download and currently has 5 free songs per day.
So how is the app? Well, i would say middling.
So how is the app? Well, i would say middling.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Game Room Report for October 2012
It is closing in on a whole two years without any new content. i guess the odds of new content coming out are probably about the same as me winning a large (multi-state) lottery jackpot.
Observed Leaderboard Increases (October 11 - November 12, 2012):
* Battlantis (+10,000)
* Konami GT (+100)
* Missile Command (+1,000)
* Pinball (+1,000)
* Plaque Attack (+100)
* Quadrun (+100)
Summary:
For the last several weeks, i have observed 7 or so increases. Over this period i noticed only 6 increases for a leaderboard increase of 12,300. The big increase was Battlantis (a launch pack title) finally ascending to the 20,000 mark. Will there be any other new 20,000 leaderboard games in the future? i would say doubtful. Though if i did have to pick a few i would say Astrosmash, Lunar Lander and Red Baron have the best shots. No new titles passed the 1,000 leaderboard mark, though Konami GT and Plaque Attacked inched closer (the 800 mark).
Cumulative Stuff (maybe i'll get into more detail on the 2 year anniversary of the last pack):
* Estimated Ranked "Sales" (at 87.5% of leaderboard): 423,662
Observed Leaderboard Increases (October 11 - November 12, 2012):
* Battlantis (+10,000)
* Konami GT (+100)
* Missile Command (+1,000)
* Pinball (+1,000)
* Plaque Attack (+100)
* Quadrun (+100)
Summary:
For the last several weeks, i have observed 7 or so increases. Over this period i noticed only 6 increases for a leaderboard increase of 12,300. The big increase was Battlantis (a launch pack title) finally ascending to the 20,000 mark. Will there be any other new 20,000 leaderboard games in the future? i would say doubtful. Though if i did have to pick a few i would say Astrosmash, Lunar Lander and Red Baron have the best shots. No new titles passed the 1,000 leaderboard mark, though Konami GT and Plaque Attacked inched closer (the 800 mark).
Cumulative Stuff (maybe i'll get into more detail on the 2 year anniversary of the last pack):
* Estimated Ranked "Sales" (at 87.5% of leaderboard): 423,662
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Game Room Report: For September 2012
Another month has come and gone (as months typically do). Did any leaderboards increase since my last "report". i would guess the answer is "yes" (or else why post). December 22nd of this year will mark the 2 year anniversary with no new content.
Observed Leaderboard Increases (September 13 - October 11, 2012)
* Flak Attack (+1,000)
* Jail Break (+1,000)
* Kabobber (+100)
* Pooyan (+1,000)
* Thin Ice (+100)
* Rack 'Em Up (+1,000)
* River Raid (+1,000)
Summary:
There were 7 games with observed leaderboard increases during the time period (for 5,200). That, ironically, was the exact same amount as last "report" - go figure.
Thin Ice joined the 1,000 leaderboard club. Ranked games not yet to that plateau: Beamrider (still at 900), Cosmic Commuter (700), Dodge 'Em (800), Dolphin (600), Gravitar 2600 (400), Hover Force (100), Kabobber (300), Konami GT (700), Off The Wall (200), Plaque Attack (700), Pressure Cooker (500), Quadrun (100), Radar Lock (300), Star Strike (100), Submarine Commander (100), Super Pro Decathalon (100), Vectron (81). So if anyone asks you what the worst selling ranked game on Game Room is - the answer is Vectron (i wonder if Venetian Blinds sold better).
Observed Leaderboard Increases (September 13 - October 11, 2012)
* Flak Attack (+1,000)
* Jail Break (+1,000)
* Kabobber (+100)
* Pooyan (+1,000)
* Thin Ice (+100)
* Rack 'Em Up (+1,000)
* River Raid (+1,000)
Summary:
There were 7 games with observed leaderboard increases during the time period (for 5,200). That, ironically, was the exact same amount as last "report" - go figure.
Thin Ice joined the 1,000 leaderboard club. Ranked games not yet to that plateau: Beamrider (still at 900), Cosmic Commuter (700), Dodge 'Em (800), Dolphin (600), Gravitar 2600 (400), Hover Force (100), Kabobber (300), Konami GT (700), Off The Wall (200), Plaque Attack (700), Pressure Cooker (500), Quadrun (100), Radar Lock (300), Star Strike (100), Submarine Commander (100), Super Pro Decathalon (100), Vectron (81). So if anyone asks you what the worst selling ranked game on Game Room is - the answer is Vectron (i wonder if Venetian Blinds sold better).
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Dview: Fable the Journey (Xbox 360, Kinect)
The Bottom Line:
Fable the Journey is a spin-off of the Fable series. Supposedly this takes place 50 years or so after the events of Fable 3. This game is mostly Fable in name only. There are some of the recurring monsters (like trolls, hobbes, hollow men, balverines). Some of the characters (especially from Fable 2 are mentioned briefly). It is not at all like one, two or three. In this game you play as a dweller (kind of like a gypsy) named Gabriel. i am curious if Gabriel will show up in Fable 4 (if it happens, probably next generation)
This is a Kinect only game with no gamepad support. Unlike many other Kinect games, you play this one seated and use mostly your arms. Basically this is a light shooter game for Kinect, i guess there is also a lot of horse stuff (but the horse can almost go off on its own, except during certain game sequences). Basically, the horse just fills in the blanks between dungeons. When this game works it is fun at times (though tiring), however at times the controls will kind of mess up (especially aiming).
Fable the Journey is a spin-off of the Fable series. Supposedly this takes place 50 years or so after the events of Fable 3. This game is mostly Fable in name only. There are some of the recurring monsters (like trolls, hobbes, hollow men, balverines). Some of the characters (especially from Fable 2 are mentioned briefly). It is not at all like one, two or three. In this game you play as a dweller (kind of like a gypsy) named Gabriel. i am curious if Gabriel will show up in Fable 4 (if it happens, probably next generation)
This is a Kinect only game with no gamepad support. Unlike many other Kinect games, you play this one seated and use mostly your arms. Basically this is a light shooter game for Kinect, i guess there is also a lot of horse stuff (but the horse can almost go off on its own, except during certain game sequences). Basically, the horse just fills in the blanks between dungeons. When this game works it is fun at times (though tiring), however at times the controls will kind of mess up (especially aiming).
Friday, October 12, 2012
Xbox 360 S Wireless Connection Issues
i decided to take some time off of Fable the Journey (mostly because my arms got really, really sore).
So, recently i have been kind of annoyed that i cannot connect my Xbox 360 S to Xbox Live. No, i don't play online games, but it prevents me from downloading things like demos and arcade games (and updates). i get the stock "cannot connect" replies from the Xbox (actually something about an incorrect password).
It turns out that my problem is not that uncommon among those that have to deal with a piece of junk Comcast all-in-one device known as the Arris TG862 and also have Xbox 360 S (the matte black "slim version".) Actually, the problem is supposed to be more of a Comcast firmware issue. Allegedly Comcast is supposed to release a patch/update addressing this issue - but it hasn't happened yet (and i doubt it will happen anytime soon).
i wonder if the ethernet ports on the back of the unit are functional (if they are maybe i could set up another router or something). Maybe i could find a cheap one somewhere. i have considered going with a bridge/access point, but i don't really want to pay those kind of prices.
So, recently i have been kind of annoyed that i cannot connect my Xbox 360 S to Xbox Live. No, i don't play online games, but it prevents me from downloading things like demos and arcade games (and updates). i get the stock "cannot connect" replies from the Xbox (actually something about an incorrect password).
It turns out that my problem is not that uncommon among those that have to deal with a piece of junk Comcast all-in-one device known as the Arris TG862 and also have Xbox 360 S (the matte black "slim version".) Actually, the problem is supposed to be more of a Comcast firmware issue. Allegedly Comcast is supposed to release a patch/update addressing this issue - but it hasn't happened yet (and i doubt it will happen anytime soon).
i wonder if the ethernet ports on the back of the unit are functional (if they are maybe i could set up another router or something). Maybe i could find a cheap one somewhere. i have considered going with a bridge/access point, but i don't really want to pay those kind of prices.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
In Progress: Fable The Journey (may contain light spoilers)
i played Fable the Journey yesterday for 3-4 hours and boy are my arms fatigued by the build-up of lactic acid.
Fable the Journey is a spin-off game for the Kinect. This is not part of the main series and really does not play like it. In the Journey, you take on the role of Gabriel (a dweller) who gets thrust into an adventure - somewhat due to his proclivity to fall asleep in the rain. He meets a familiar face in Theresa (well if you have played any of the previous Fable games - you will learn a little of her back story here). Unluckily for Gabriel, it turns out that an entity called the Devourer is after Theresa.
Fable the Journey is a spin-off game for the Kinect. This is not part of the main series and really does not play like it. In the Journey, you take on the role of Gabriel (a dweller) who gets thrust into an adventure - somewhat due to his proclivity to fall asleep in the rain. He meets a familiar face in Theresa (well if you have played any of the previous Fable games - you will learn a little of her back story here). Unluckily for Gabriel, it turns out that an entity called the Devourer is after Theresa.
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