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Gears of War - Price Drop and Two Disc Edition

posted Friday, May 30, 2008 5:17 PM by CPaladino
It's not a huge surprise, but one of my favorite games Gears of War will drop in price for the US and Canada on June 4th.  The 360 version will drop to $39.99 MSRB, and the Games for Windows version will drop to $29.99. In addition, on June 24th, Read More
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Bronx Freakin' Bunny

posted Thursday, May 29, 2008 9:40 AM by Nelson Rodriguez
I never saw any bunnies running free in the Bronx.  After watching a full episode of the Starz show "Bronx Bunny" on the Xbox LIVE Video Marketplace, I was horrified, delighted and sad that I never knew a bunny like this growing up.  Bronx Bunny Read More
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Xbox Office - Ninja Gaiden's Ryu is LAZY

posted Wednesday, May 28, 2008 4:51 PM by CPaladino
Followers of our Xbox Office series know that it can be trying to have video game characters wandering around the halls - especially when they are either sneaky ninjas, or lazy slackers.  Tony has his opinions, but Ryu may not agree.   Read More
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Soccer? Futbol? Either way, Xbox and MLS are coming to Seattle!

posted Wednesday, May 28, 2008 4:14 PM by CPaladino
The new MLS Soccer team is located pretty close to our home here in Redmond. The Seattle Sounders FC announced today a multi-year sponsorship with Microsoft. The coolest part is that the team jersey will have the Xbox 360 LIVE logo on it when the team Read More
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"Buku Sudoku" and "Warlords" - This Wednesday - Xbox LIVE Arcade

posted Tuesday, May 27, 2008 8:49 AM by DirtyDiva
This Wednesday, test your logic skills and blast your friends in this week's releases of "Buku Sudoku" and "Warlords". If you haven't had the pleasure of spending useless commuting time with a pencil and a small book filled with blocks of half filled Read More
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Wait... You are "delisting" Xbox LIVE Arcade Games?!?

posted Saturday, May 24, 2008 2:31 AM by CPaladino
You may have seen the Next-Gen.biz article with Marc Whitten, and it may have left you confused. Don't panic - we've seen your questions, and we have some answers for you. We've upped the XBLA size limit from 150mb to 350mb. We've stated that underperforming Read More
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Gamerscore Blogcast - 061 - Skipped Week, Milton Brothers, and Events

posted Friday, May 23, 2008 11:37 AM by CPaladino
This week Nelson, Sara, Tony, Chris, and John talk about: Intro Music - Phylum Sinter Question of the Week - DevsterC - Outside of the Games Industry, what's your dream job? [Email us - you get this week's code for submitting a good question] Where Read More
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The Time for Vengeance Is Near; "Ninja Gaiden II" Has Gone Gold

posted Friday, May 23, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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Indiana Jones Fedora Overload

posted Thursday, May 22, 2008 10:30 AM by Nelson Rodriguez
LEGO Indiana Jones is due out on June 3rd, and rarely have I been so excited for the release of a game.  I am eager to see the 4th film but moviegoing is a distant memory, now that I have a 2-year old.  The game will be the only way in the next Read More
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Cliff Bleszinski Answers Community Questions

posted Wednesday, May 21, 2008 3:23 PM by CPaladino
One week ago we attended the Xbox 360 May Showcase in San Francisco.  You've already seen some of the coverage from that event, but what you haven't seen were the interviews we conducted while there. The first interview that I finished editing is Read More
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Ryu Hayabusa's Zune Card

posted Tuesday, May 20, 2008 4:20 PM by CPaladino
When he's not busy lopping the limbs off of evil, he's apparently listening to his Zune. Yes folks, Ryu Hayabusa from the upcoming Ninja Gaiden 2 Xbox 360 title, has a Zune Profile: Ninja Vengeance What's interesting is the "weight" of this cat's music.  Read More
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Warmup Video for May 20th, 2008

posted Tuesday, May 20, 2008 3:10 PM by Nelson Rodriguez
This feature has been consistent like the sun in Redmond.  Full of fire, good intentions, and radiation, but shoved aside by clouds.  This past week, it was derailed by Christie Brinkley.  We promise you that every single time we record Read More
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Community Games on LIVE - Beta Available

posted Tuesday, May 20, 2008 11:38 AM by CPaladino
Our buddy Dave "LetsKillDave" Weller has done a post this morning on the XNA Team Blog announcing a beta for Community Games on LIVE. Now we’re pleased to offer you an opportunity to interact with this new site and test out the distribution pipeline Read More
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“Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One” Launches on Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday!

posted Monday, May 19, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
“Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One” Launches on Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday! Read More
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Penny Arcade Comes to Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday!

posted Monday, May 19, 2008 8:49 AM by DirtyDiva
This week, you can take control of Gabe and Tycho from Penny Arcade in “Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One,” Yes, this mouthful of a game will be coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade on Wednesday. Guide your own Read More
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Video Content Ain't Easy

posted Saturday, May 17, 2008 11:30 AM by CPaladino
Followers of the blog will have noticed that over the last 6 months, we've been putting more emphasis on video content.  We've gone from Tony and John playing charades, to Pac-Man skits, our infamous weatherman video, and more recently doing actual Read More
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James Patterson's "Women's Murder Club" game launches exclusively on MSN Games

posted Thursday, May 15, 2008 2:16 PM by Cindy Lou Grue
Okay, so... nigh-legendary author: check.  Popular characters: check.  Juicy, scandalous murder mystery: check.  Game company with a fondness for hidden-picture games: check.  Ohhh, yeah.  If you're a James Patterson fan, Read More
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10 Million Xbox 360's Sold in US, 19 Million Worldwide

posted Wednesday, May 14, 2008 1:02 PM by johnporcaro
We were going to get a cake, but couldn't find 10 million candles.  We had the Redmond Fire Department on standby, and everything.  When that didn't work, we decided that we should do something even more unprecedented, more amazing, more Read More
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Xbox 360 First Gaming System to Reach 10 Million in U.S. Console Sales This Generation

posted Wednesday, May 14, 2008 1:00 PM by Gamerscore News
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Stubbs and Gauntlet Coming to Xbox Originals

posted Wednesday, May 14, 2008 9:00 AM by CPaladino
On May 19th, 2008, you will be able to download and play Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows, and Stubbs the Zombie on your Xbox 360. From Xbox.com: Xbox Originals on Xbox LIVE Marketplace brings you original Xbox games to play on your Xbox 360. Relive your favorites Read More
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LEGO Indiana Jones Exclusive Demo

posted Tuesday, May 13, 2008 12:05 PM by CPaladino
The movie is fast approaching, and if you've been waiting for the game - the wait is over! Not only is LEGO Indy Games for Windows branded, but the Games for Windows website  has an exclusive PC demo - go grab it now! The official scoop: Be the Read More
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Video Media Alert - Tuesday May 13th, 2008

posted Tuesday, May 13, 2008 8:00 AM by CPaladino
In an effort to get you news and press information in a prompt (and hopefully entertaining) fashion, we're trying out doing a Video Media Alert. Information covered in this video Gears of War 2 Banjo Kazooie - Nuts and Bolts Viva Piñata - Trouble Read More
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Microsoft Game Studios Unveils Gears of War 2 Gameplay and Showcases 2008 Blockbuster Lineup

posted Tuesday, May 13, 2008 8:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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"Assault Heroes 2" Hits XBLA This Wednesday

posted Monday, May 12, 2008 9:00 AM by DirtyDiva
This Wednesday, gear up for "Assault Heroes 2". Keep up the fight against new enemies with stronger weapons and vehicles. This sequel allows for more battling on foot and gives you the chance to go through the levels with a friend in co-op mode. "Assault Read More
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Jump Back Into the Action With "Assault Heroes 2," Exploding Onto Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday!

posted Monday, May 12, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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Ticket to Ride Headed to XBLA

posted Monday, May 12, 2008 8:55 AM by CPaladino
As a board game geek, I love that I can find some of my favorite games (Catan, Carcasonne, and Wits & Wagers for example) on Xbox LIVE Arcade. While it may be old news to some, I'm excited that Ticket to Ride is making its way to XBLA.  In addition Read More
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Celebrate Family Fitness Day!

posted Monday, May 12, 2008 5:11 AM by johnporcaro
Sometime today, grab your brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, spouse, mom, or dad, and get moving!  In the U.S., it's National Family Fitness Day, and we're celebrating with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.  Nelson and I are in New York Read More
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My Ears Demand Tribute! Where is the podcast?

posted Friday, May 09, 2008 3:59 PM by CPaladino
By now you may be asking, "Where is the weekly Gamerscore Blogcast?" The answer is - on my desktop, fully unedited. We recorded it on Tuesday, but with next week's showcase event, I haven't had time to edit it.  It's a shame you can't hear it because Read More
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Gears of War 2 Gameplay Footage!

posted Friday, May 09, 2008 10:56 AM by Bastelyon
How would you like to see the first ever game play footage of Gears of War 2?  I thought you might.  Tune in tonight to Spike TV’s “Gametrailers TV with Geoff Keighley” at 1:00am ET/PT to see the exclusive, world-premiere Gears of War 2 game Read More
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Take a Break Sweepstakes on MSN Games

posted Thursday, May 08, 2008 2:25 PM by Cindy Lou Grue
Want to win two relaxing, self-indulgent days and nights at the Canyon Ranch SpaClub, plus a pack of free casual games? (Well, duh... what kind of question is that?) There's still plenty of time left in the MSN Games Take a Break Sweepstakes, and you Read More
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Ninja + Dark Fiend Armor = Way Cooler Ninja

posted Thursday, May 08, 2008 11:23 AM by CPaladino
Inspired by the Hayabusa family’s namesake, the falcon, this demonic costume mirrors the intensity of Ryu’s vengeance and fury as he fights to regain the honor of his clan. Starting in July 2008, Xbox Live members worldwide will be able to download 3 Read More
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Grand Theft Auto IV Statistics

posted Wednesday, May 07, 2008 3:18 PM by CPaladino
The Gamerscore Blog would like to congratulate Rockstar on the launch of Grand Theft Auto IV.  GTA sold over 6 million units, and broke the entertainment record with over $500 million in sales. I got some data from the US team, and I'm here to share Read More
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Questions for Silicon Knights' Denis Dyack

posted Tuesday, May 06, 2008 4:11 PM by CPaladino
If you were to stop me on the street and ask what my favorite game of all time is, I'd reply "Diablo 2 with the Lord of Destruction expansion".  You'd then ask "I never played that game, are you old?" I'm pretty excited about our upcoming game Too Read More
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Monday, May 12 is National Family Fitness Day in the U.S.

posted Tuesday, May 06, 2008 8:20 AM by johnporcaro
For those of you that have trouble getting up off your couch to put in an Xbox 360 game disc, it's time to put that Xbox 360 to good use!  Grab your brothers, sisters, moms, dads, kids, or just your lazy self, and get moving!  To celebrate, Read More
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Xbox 360 and Boys & Girls Clubs of America Team Up for Inaugural National Family Fitness Day

posted Tuesday, May 06, 2008 6:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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Warm Up Part Something

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 4:42 PM by Nelson Rodriguez
I have lost track of the number of Warmups released so far. I can only imagine it feels like a million for the viewers.  Whenever we record new episodes of Pick Up & Play for Inside Xbox, we loosen up with this bit of reality video. This week, Read More
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“Wits & Wagers” Places its Bet on Xbox LIVE Arcade This Wednesday!

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 9:00 AM by Gamerscore News
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Wednesday Arcade - "Wits and Wagers"!

posted Monday, May 05, 2008 9:00 AM by DirtyDiva
Need a quick break from grand thefting? This Wednesday, try your hand at "Wits and Wagers". Choose a wacky character to play against your friends as you set out to answer as many questions as possible. The goal is not just to get the correct Read More
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The More You Know - DRM

posted Thursday, May 01, 2008 2:20 PM by CPaladino
I've  gotten the question quite a bit recently, so I thought it a good time to point out that if your console was serviced by Microsoft, and your DRM licenses were not moved, you can do it yourself by following the steps shown on this Xbox.com web Read More
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What They Play Contest

posted Thursday, May 01, 2008 1:28 PM by CPaladino
The web site What They Play is a video game guide for parents.  As a Mature rated video game like Grand Theft Auto 4 shows, parents need to be smart about what they let their children play. Why do the hardcore gamers out there without kids care Read More
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Gamerscore Blogcast - 059 - GTA4, Social Networking, and ESRB

posted Thursday, May 01, 2008 11:16 AM by CPaladino
This week Nelson, Sara, Tony, Chris, and John talk about: Intro Music - Phylum Sinter Question of the Week - What genre of game do you want more of on the Xbox 360? Upcoming Games - GTA4 (360) Next Week – Iron Man (360) Gamerscore Challenge - Lost Cities Read More
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