Details regarding the dashboard update for the 360

[quote name='METH']No offense, but i don't get why people are "craving" that much over a BC update.
I want to play next-gen games not last year hits for the original xbox. My prediction is that we will get one LAST BC update and then thats it. Xbox1 is dying anyways...

If i ever want to play a game that is not supported by the xbox 360 BC list, i can always use my original xbox. All that without swearing ;)[/QUOTE]

I can't do the dishes without swearing, so don't worry so much about that. ;)

I just want what was promised: full backwards compatibility and regularly featured updates to the BC list. When was the last update? December?

I'm also looking to shrink the sheer amount of shit I have connected to my TV. One of the aspects of purchasing a 360 was due to their promise of full backwards compatibility (eventually); I felt that I could have one system do the things two could do, instead of having another fucking buick-sized console plugged into my TV. (not to mention I have RCA cables for the Xbox, but use component cables for the 360).

Consider the frothing at the mouth people have over Street Fighter II' Hyper Fighting for XBLA. What's the bloomin' difference between me wanting BC games and people wanting to pay for a 15 year old title to play over live?
 
Lack of HD inputs on sets and hi-fi inputs on receivers is another issue. Receivers especially, get hella expensive for just a few more inputs.
 
[quote name='mykevermin']I can't do the dishes without swearing, so don't worry so much about that. ;)

I just want what was promised: full backwards compatibility and regularly featured updates to the BC list. When was the last update? December?

I'm also looking to shrink the sheer amount of shit I have connected to my TV. One of the aspects of purchasing a 360 was due to their promise of full backwards compatibility (eventually); I felt that I could have one system do the things two could do, instead of having another fucking buick-sized console plugged into my TV. (not to mention I have RCA cables for the Xbox, but use component cables for the 360).

Consider the frothing at the mouth people have over Street Fighter II' Hyper Fighting for XBLA. What's the bloomin' difference between me wanting BC games and people wanting to pay for a 15 year old title to play over live?[/quote]

MS never stated the 360 would be fully backwards compatible with the xbox games. Only the more known better selling games.

And the reason people are getting so pissy over SF2 HF not getting released and delayed over and over again is because its one of the best selling games of all time and to be able to play it over a network kinda like how the old Xband was gives it that much more of a hype. Something I'd rather want over a couple games not being backwards compatible on my 360. You can always buy a System Selector to hook it up to that way you don't have so many things connected to your tv. http://www.shop4tech.com/?go=view_item&id=4490&r=183 $85 including shipped. Not bad if you ask me and damn good reviews from reading sites elsewhere. :)
 
[quote name='AcePuppy']Completely different video than the one I linked to.. so not old! :)[/quote]

Not to sound like an ass, but why couldnt you just update the thread?
 
[quote name='apokalipze2']this is old. gamespot already had a video last week with the exact same info as this one.[/quote]

As stated already.. different video. Mods have already seen the thread.. it wasn't deleted.. so stop with the OLD thread crap. Try reading other posts inside of a thread.

And to the other poster:

As far as me not updating the other thread with the above video link... just to annoy you.
 
[quote name='AcePuppy']Completely different video than the one I linked to.. so not old! :)[/QUOTE]
You're wrong no matter how you look at it because I say so. That's all that matters.

This should have been amended to one of the two previous threads.
 
I've heard Monday is the tentative release date... but some are saying this week. I wonder if they will push it to everyone at once??
 
[quote name='rscaramelo']:applause: Great news! I'm more and more happy every day with my decision to go with a 360 as of last Thursday. If only I could afford a second game :D .

RC[/QUOTE]

I feel ya on that son. I just got my free 360 in the mail on friday. The only 360 game I got is Ghost Recon. I play Forza and Halo thanks to the patch I downloaded, but my other Xbox games still don't work. I'm too broke right now to get Live. Hell, I don't even have broadband internet right now (using satelite internet right now). I plan on getting it soon though. I miss the college campus already, just cause of the T1 line.

Damn I need to get a job.
 
from xbox.com posted 6-5-06


Xbox 360 releases over 125 new features to enhance next-generation gameplay and entertainment


Gamers ask and Xbox 360 delivers with revolutionary free upgrade for all Xbox 360 connected owners


Starting tomorrow, Xbox 360 gamers will be able to access a vigorous system-wide update creating a new pinnacle for next-generation gaming and entertainment. The Xbox 360 spring update introduces more than 125 revolutionary features and enhancements adding to Xbox 360’s sheer power, stunning high-defintion graphics, rich online capabilities and innovative media offerings delivering a digital gaming and entertainment experience that simply can’t be matched.
Since the launch of Xbox 360 in November 2005, Microsoft has continuously focused on gamer and community feedback to determine further improvements and enhancements for the evolving next-generation experience, resulting in this inaugural mass update. With more than half of all Xbox 360 gamers connected online, Xbox is further catering to its fans by delivering the spring update in the way they want it. This free update will be digitally distributed over Xbox Live to all members (Xbox Live Silver and Gold) with no disc or hard drive required to take advantage of the plethora of new features. Gamers without an Xbox Live account can easily sign up for the free network by connecting their console to a broadband internet connection. Once online, downloading the update takes less than a minute and provides instant access to features including:
Xbox Live Marketplace Enhancements
  • New background download manager gives gamers the ability to queue up and download six high definition items at a time including playable game demos, Xbox Live Arcade games, music videos and movie trailers while actively playing games or browsing the dashboard. As an added benefit, if gamers engage in multiplayer gameplay while downloads are in process, the new background download manager will automatically pause the download queue until the multiplayer session is complete ensuring a continuously optimal gameplay experience.
  • Updated Xbox Live Marketplace menus makes it easier for players to find and store all of their gaming and entertainment content. This includes the addition of new menus for media and entertainment content as well as enhanced menus making it easier for gamers to find what’s new in each section as well as a quick view at all downloads by category.
  • Full remote control features for Xbox Live Marketplace videos allow gamers to fast forward and rewind at various speeds (2X-16X) during all videos downloaded from Marketplace.
Music Player Improvements
  • Custom background music now continues to play without interruption during game loads and when transitioning from game to game or disc content.
  • During music play, the music playback screen now showcase the artist, song title and time remaining on the song along with a visualizer showing which song on the playlist or album is currently playing.
  • DVD Movie Playback Upgrades
  • DVD movie bookmarking now allows gamers to pause a movie at any point, put in a game for gameplay and return to the movie at the exact point it left off.
  • Improved DVD movie playback for a smoother, higher quality viewing experience, including additional VGA support.
These features are just some of the new experiences gamers can expect on the system as part of this spring update. For a list of additional new features and improvements, visit www.xbox.com/live.
About Xbox and Xbox 360
Microsoft revolutionized the gaming industry with the November 2001 launch of Xbox® (www.xbox.com), its first-generation video game and entertainment system, now sold in 26 countries. Microsoft introduced its next-generation system, Xbox 360, in the 2005 holiday season in Europe, Japan and North America, and launched the system in Australia, Colombia, Hong Kong, Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore and Taiwan in 2006. Xbox 360 (www.xbox.com/xbox360) is the most powerful video game and entertainment system, delivering the best games, the next generation of the premier Xbox Live online gaming network, and unique digital entertainment experiences that revolve around gamers.
About Xbox Live
Xbox Live is the first and only unified online entertainment network seamlessly integrated throughout the entire console experience, making it easy for people to find the friends, games and entertainment they want from the moment they power on their Xbox 360 system. Xbox Live connects millions of members across 24 countries to enjoy hundreds of multiplayer games, downloadable games via Xbox Live Arcade, free and premium playable game demos, music videos, and movie trailers, as well as new game levels, characters and vehicles for all their favorite retail games. More information can be found online at www.xbox.com/en-us/live.
 
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