To make up for live being down this holiday. M$ is giving us Undertow Free !!
Here’s what Major Nelson posted on his site …..
“To follow up on the letter from Notwen earlier this month, we now have details on the Arcade title that will be available to download free of charge.
You can read full details here
The game will be free for Gold and Silver members.”
UPDATE: Major Nelson says, If you have already purchased the game, you can contact support and they will take care of you.
It seems the latest issue of Famitsu (according to IGN) has confirmed that a remake of the original Bionic Commando is on its way to Xbox Live Arcade. Entitled Bionic Commando: Master D Revival Plan, the game will feature 3D graphics but retain the classic feel. In other words it sounds like the game will utilize 3D characters and background, but restrict gameplay to 2D, much like the Prince of Persia remake already available on XBLA. The game is also expected to include a co-op mode and will include new areas. There are plans to tie the Xbox Live Arcade remake in with the upcoming retail title as well. Let’s hope that doesn’t mean Capcom will be soiling our 2D memories with dreadlocks. The remake is scheduled to arrive this spring in Japan.
[Via Evil Avatar]
Today, Zen Studios released a new pinball table for XBLA game Pinball FX named Nightmare Mansion. And not only did they release a new table, but Zen also created a new “Monster Hunter” achievement worth 20 gamerscore as well. The Nightmare Mansion DLC will cost you 200 Microsoft points.
Content: Boogie Bunnies
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in India, Japan or Korea (why?)
Dash Text: [ESRB: E (EVERYONE)] Single Player, Xbox LIVE Multiplayer 1-2, Local Multiplayer 1-2, HD (High Definition). Help the Boogie Bunnies achieve their dream of super stardom as they try to win the ultimate dancing competition in this zany puzzle game. Match these colorful fur balls from three different sides – left, right and from the bottom. Unlock the full game now and hop into multiplayer mode with a friend! There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/Live/accounts.
[Via: MajorNelson.com]
You may want to re-inforce your hearts before continuing. According to 1UP, an XBLA version of Rare’s classic N64 shooter GoldenEye wasn’t a rumour. It was real. It was a faithful port, with the same graphics, sound, etc. It would even have featured multiplayer over XBLA. However, only two months from completion, Microsoft and Nintendo couldn’t agree on how they were going to split the proceeds, and the project was shit-canned. Game over. For those looking for a glimmer of hope, 1UP reckon the only way to salvage the project is to complain. Loudly.
Why Did GoldenEye XBLA Stall? [1UP]
[Via: Kotaku.com]
Content: Tron
Price: 400 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Japan or Korea
Dash Text: [ESRB: E (EVERYONE) MILD FANTASY VIOLENCE] Single Player, Xbox LIVE Multiplayer 1-2, Local Multiplayer 1-2, HD (High Definition). The arcade classic is back! Re-live the excitement of Tron – race life cycles, demolish tanks, dodge grid bugs and even square off against the MCP himself! There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/Live/accounts.
[Via: MajorNelson.com]
Content: Omega Five
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Korea or Taiwan
Dash Text: [ESRB: E10+ (Everyone 10 and older) Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes] Single Player, Local Multiplayer 2, HD (High Definition). The baddest guys around have been gathered together in order to save the beautiful planet from the clutches of invaders! Take control of characters such as a pirate, alien, or samurai and unleash aggressive action against the invading mechanical life forms using the most awesome weapons in the galaxy! Team up with another player in multiplayer for co-op action or go solo in single player and shoot for the high score with Omega Five’s intense scoring system! This game requires the Xbox 360 hard drive or the 512MB Memory Unit for storage. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
[Via: MajorNelson.com]
