Xbox Live Marketplace | Forecast, Discussion, Links | Updated 11.2

matto1233 · Mar 28, 2010

Do I have to wait until april 30th to et my gold subscription?

reddjoey · Mar 28, 2010

[quote name='matto1233']Do I have to wait until april 30th to et my gold subscription?[/QUOTE]

The only details I have seen are the ones I have listed. It appears that you have to purchase all 4 games, and be a valid Gold Member on the that date to be eligible to get the bonus 1 month.

I would suggest sending a tweet to @XboxSupport if you want a 100% answer.

reddjoey · Mar 29, 2010

Now headed for XBLA (formerly PC only)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=975Zw8BJ3Vg

Will update tomorrow at 12pm as it's a big day for DLC

Jess Stryker · Mar 30, 2010

Wasn't that announced some time ago or was it pc only? I know I remember seeing that (or a similar) trailer a while ago.

reddjoey · Mar 30, 2010

[quote name='JStryke']Wasn't that announced some time ago or was it pc only? I know I remember seeing that (or a similar) trailer a while ago.[/QUOTE]

Yeah... should have been a bit clearer.I fixed it to reflect it was formerly PC only.

Zmonkay · Mar 30, 2010

Wow, that is insanely cool. Almost like if Patapon was a shmup. do want.

FurryCurry · Mar 30, 2010

No word on Rocket Knight huh?

OblivionScamp · Mar 30, 2010

My xbox live gold membership is about to expire, can I still download arcade games and play them with a silver membership? Thanks for posting I love the arcade!

reddjoey · Mar 30, 2010

Yes. You can still download them and play them in local multiplayer.

Going to Silver you are not able to: play online, get Deal Of The Week prices, Early access to most demos or certain content.

If you are deciding not to connect to LIVE because you are Silver, make sure your licenses are all for one Xbox. (It will unless you have switched HDD or had a replacement Xbox) otherwise arcade games will revert back to trial unless you are online.

Fjordson · Mar 31, 2010

I can't wait for Lead and Gold. Anyone else see the quick look on Giant Bomb? It actually looks pretty cool.

VipFREAK · Mar 31, 2010

[quote name='reddjoey']
Ghost Recon Future Soldier Live Action Trailer (Same as available on XBOX)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfpCkO1w9-k[/QUOTE]

I really hope they don't fuck

up this game... hope... really... don't... fuck

... up...

OblivionScamp · Mar 31, 2010

Ok thanks for the response, I have been through a bunch of replacement systems so I will update my license info to the current one.

reddjoey · Mar 31, 2010

[quote name='OblivionScamp']Ok thanks for the response, I have been through a bunch of replacement systems so I will update my license info to the current one.[/QUOTE]

MS should have migrated all your licenses if they replaced a box for you.

matto1233 · Mar 31, 2010

anyone else waiting on the rebate?

msuna · Apr 1, 2010

in for virtual on! Anyone want to play? Add my XBL

reddjoey · Apr 1, 2010

The March Archive

Demos (GOLD EXCLUSIVE for first two weeks)
Just Cause 2
LIPS: Party Classics
Moto GP 09/10
Blur Multiplayer Beta (D/L Key needed)
Splinter Cell: Conviction

XBLA
Game Room - Free (400 MSP dual-platform, 240 MSP single-platform, 40 MSP single play)
Mega Man 10 - 800 Microsoft Points
Perfect Dark - 800 Microsoft Points
Scrap Metal - 1200 Microsoft Points
Toy Soldiers - 1200 Microsoft Points

Items in bold are part of the Xbox Live Arcade Block Party (like Summer of Arcade)

PROMOS:

--Purchase all 4 Block Party titles (just download Game Room -no purchase required) by March 31st to get a 400 point rebate.
--Noon EST March 26 - Noon EST March 29 all Block Party titles will not require Gold to enjoy multiplayer features
--Fulfill the 400pt rebate and be a Gold subscriber on April 30th, 2010, Get 1-month Gold Free.
--must be 13+ yo
--Download the full or trail version of a Block Party title each week to be give a partial code for a unique avatar prop. The code will appear in the Game Market place section. (9XBX9-9RCD9-9BCK9-9PRTY-9RCKZ)

reddjoey · Apr 1, 2010

Coming to XBLA in 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkNs9jqRtII

LinkinPrime · Apr 5, 2010

Shortly lived...looks like it's canned:

http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/05/denki-cancels-finished-super-polished-xbla-game-quarrel-cuts/

Christian Harper · Apr 7, 2010

Incredible! Thanks for this!

StarKnightX · Apr 8, 2010

Since I didn't see another thread about it , and it is Marketplace related , does anyone know any sites that are good resources for the various indie games available on the 360? I know that you can download and try the limited demos for them , but some of them you can't really judge by the demo , or be able to know whether the asking price for the full "game" is worth it or what not.

Kia-Tiaph · Apr 9, 2010

This is an awesome thread ! Keep up the good work !

cu,

Kia

reddjoey · Apr 9, 2010

[quote name='FurryCurry']No word on Rocket Knight huh?[/QUOTE]

Joystiq just posted a new trailer. Release window is now May 2010.

[quote name='StarKnightX']Since I didn't see another thread about it , and it is Marketplace related , does anyone know any sites that are good resources for the various indie games available on the 360? I know that you can download and try the limited demos for them , but some of them you can't really judge by the demo , or be able to know whether the asking price for the full "game" is worth it or what not.[/QUOTE]

I don't have a great answer, but I have some suggestions that might help.

Like you said, all the games have demos. I find that if you are on the fence about it, just skip it.

Xbox.com
1. I'd look at the star rating users have given the game. It's not a perfect scake since 1-5 is very limited, but if people care enough to rate it, the rating is usually justified.

2. Check the Forums. Some Indie games have forums that have content, but most don't.

MajorNelson.com
Major Nelson posts the Weekly Top 20. That will give you an idea of what other people are buying. Several games are constantly appearing on the list. I Made A game with Zombies in it!, Shoot1UP, The Impossible Game all are good picks.

XNA Creators Club

Every Indie Game releases is peer tested and reviewed here first. Membership is $99.00/yr (IIRC). That is really a bit of a stretch to just demo games longer, but good to know if you decide that you want to try and break into making games.

Here.

CAG/CAG users are a good source as well. Lots of people here will pickup an Indie Game, notice it's a great value or purchase and post about it.

You just have to keep your ear to the ground. Google search and see if anyone has posed a review online.

Hope that was helpful.

My favorite item this week?

Are you extreme enough for Baby Maker Extreme? Experience the most extreme embryonic event enhanced by your electronic entertainment equipment. Simulate the miracle of life in a way only video games can. Download Baby Maker Extreme and be prepared to be blown away.

Wish my Xbox was up so I could see what this was all about

StarKnightX · Apr 10, 2010

[quote name='reddjoey']I don't have a great answer, but I have some suggestions that might help.

Like you said, all the games have demos. I find that if you are on the fence about it, just skip it.

Xbox.com
1. I'd look at the star rating users have given the game. It's not a perfect scake since 1-5 is very limited, but if people care enough to rate it, the rating is usually justified.

2. Check the Forums. Some Indie games have forums that have content, but most don't.

MajorNelson.com
Major Nelson posts the Weekly Top 20. That will give you an idea of what other people are buying. Several games are constantly appearing on the list. I Made A game with Zombies in it!, Shoot1UP, The Impossible Game all are good picks.

XNA Creators Club

Every Indie Game releases is peer tested and reviewed here first. Membership is $99.00/yr (IIRC). That is really a bit of a stretch to just demo games longer, but good to know if you decide that you want to try and break into making games.

Here.

CAG/CAG users are a good source as well. Lots of people here will pickup an Indie Game, notice it's a great value or purchase and post about it.

You just have to keep your ear to the ground. Google search and see if anyone has posed a review online.

Hope that was helpful.[/QUOTE]

Good advice , didn't think about some of that. Will help in making some choices in the future.

I should have mentioned before that another resource I use is the occasional article in GI or OXM that talks about indie games. OXM did an article back in december listing 15 indie games that were worth checking into.

reddjoey · Apr 11, 2010

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAoQQNotWj0

LinkinPrime · Apr 11, 2010

That game looks awesome, seems to be based on the tanks level of the first Fuzion Frenzy...which I totally loved. Too bad that isn't an XBLA title.

reddjoey · Apr 15, 2010

3D Infinity

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siAAWZ4Tswo

Gears of War 3 - Ashes to Ashes

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7Te5fcnrUA

js1 · Apr 15, 2010

Thanks OP !

MrDemonicAngel · Apr 16, 2010

I thought the Maw was supposed to be on sale for 400 points this week...its showing up as 800...was it a single day sale?

Edit: nevermind...the Maw is on sale ONLY in Japan...

reddjoey · Apr 16, 2010

apologies for the confusion.

Jess Stryker · Apr 16, 2010

~~Shadow Complex~~ Rush N Attack Trailer.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znsIzJBULU0

Tybee · Apr 16, 2010

Wow...That's a pretty shameless crib. But as well received as Shadow Complex was, can you blame them? If it's even half as good, it will sell well.

reddjoey · Apr 18, 2010

Coming Soon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odAc7A6z9e0

Out 4/21/2010

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qz0T4r_isuk

Zmonkay · Apr 19, 2010

[quote name='Tybee']Wow...That's a pretty shameless crib. But as well received as Shadow Complex was, can you blame them? If it's even half as good, it will sell well.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, I'm all for more Metroidvania goodness, but that's almost a carbon copy. Ah well, maybe if it sells well we'll get a new HD 2d Castlevania, or even an HD port of one of the GBA/DS games.

reddjoey · Apr 19, 2010

Some interesting news:

http://kotaku.com/5520072/crazy-taxi-sonic-snk-classics--quake-coming-soon-to-xbox-live-arcade

Which leads you to

http://digiex.net/digiex/front-page...-leaked-including-crazy-taxi-quake-arena.html

EDIT:

Forgot- http://www.gametrailers.com/video/exclusive-madness-blacklight-tango/64559

New Trailer for Blacklight: Tango Down

Jess Stryker · Apr 19, 2010

I forgot all about Raystorm.

But for crazy taxi, I have two words.

YES!

LinkinPrime · Apr 20, 2010

Anyone know what Rapture Metro DLC is for Bioshock 2? MP stuff or SP Campaign Add-Ons?

EDIT: I gave up too soon...found it:

http://www.xbox360achievements.org/...ture-Metro-Map-Pack-DLC-Coming-Next-Week.html

GLOCKGLOCK · Apr 20, 2010

[quote name='LinkinPrime']Anyone know what Rapture Metro DLC is for Bioshock 2? MP stuff or SP Campaign Add-Ons?

EDIT: I gave up too soon...found it:

http://www.xbox360achievements.org/...ture-Metro-Map-Pack-DLC-Coming-Next-Week.html[/QUOTE]

Credit to X360a.org

According to an e-mail that's been doing the rounds this afternoon from Microsoft, BioShock 2 will be receiving a batch of DLC next week. April 29th to be precise.

The DLC, called the Rapture Metro Map Pack, will feature six new multiplayer maps, a new "Rebirth" feature, two new multiplayer masks, a bonus "Kill 'Em Kindly melee mode" and three new achievements. If that's not enough, the DLC will also raise the multiplayer rank to 50.

The Rapture Metro DLC will be available on April 29th for 800 Microsoft points.

LINK

EdRyder · Apr 21, 2010

Anyone read this yet?
http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=astES33mJmkE

reddjoey · Apr 21, 2010

Yep. And this a while back.

http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/18/espn-streaming-coming-to-xbox-360/

I talked about it as well in the tiered discussion thread. You're welcome to do that here as well.

reddjoey · Apr 22, 2010

Dead Rising 2 Story Trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzXeUo7-bS4

Halo Reach Carnage Carnivale Vidoc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-YaHOpIa1s

yahoosale14 · Apr 24, 2010

any1 purchase the mw2 maps? thoughts? is there a mw2 gen discussion thread for xbox 360?

reddjoey · Apr 24, 2010

[quote name='yahoosale14']any1 purchase the mw2 maps? thoughts? is there a mw2 gen discussion thread for xbox 360?[/QUOTE]

Thread : http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=219110

My thoughts were it was a very overpriced. It offered something new, but not enough for $15. If you are heavily playing MW2 you can get your money's worth after a few weeks. I'd only get it if you are planning to stay with MW2 throughout the summer.

LinkinPrime · Apr 27, 2010

Anyone get their 400pts bonus for buying the XBLA Block Party lineup yet?

reddjoey · Apr 27, 2010

From the official Rocket Knight Facebook page

Rocket Knight fans, we're announcing this wide soon, but you guys get the scoop! US release dates are as follows: Rocket Knight will be available for Xbox Live Arcade and Steam on May 12, 2010. It will be available for PSN on May 18, 2010.

Matt Young · Apr 27, 2010

So, Tecmo Bowl: Will that be available in 10 hours or so, AKA 4 A.M. Pacific?

reddjoey · Apr 28, 2010

Link for Tecmo Bowl is Up

Also:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOwyc60ekJQ

BlueSwim · Apr 28, 2010

RayStorm HD comes out May 5th for 1200MSP. New trailer below.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUfKQYLv7vQ

Looks better than the other versions of it. Loved the original version on the Taito Legends 2 collection, but 1200MSP/$15 might be too much for me to re-buy it.

Jess Stryker · Apr 28, 2010

I'm thinking the same thing. Looks good, but it's hard to justify the price when I already own it on the PSX.

StarKnightX · Apr 29, 2010

Odd question , but has anyone else who downloaded the Bright Falls webisodes had problems watching them , such as the video being so dark as to be unwatchable? When I tried watching the first one (oh deer!) it was so dark that I didn't even know what was going on most of the time. I ended up watching both videos on the bright falls website.

LinkinPrime · Apr 30, 2010

ilomilo coming exclusively to XBLA:

http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/30/ilomilo-adorably-and-exclusively-heading-to-xbla/

Looks pretty cool...and cute. Here's the official site:
http://blog.ilomilo.com/

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