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XBLA (Xbox Live Arcade) News, Announcements, Reviews, and Impressions Thread
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toythatkills
Member
Haha, I genuinely hate it. Like, if I could wipe one single game from existence entirely, I would choose that game above literally everything else. Including Big Rigs.
SapientWolf
Trucker Sexologist
It's really only viable online, with friends or players at a similar skill/experience level.
LorDjidane
Member
Oh my god. I HATE that here in France we don't have NBA Jam nor NFL Blitz. Games based on my two favorite sports, yay.
Any idea why these stupid regional restrictions occur?
Wibblewozzer
Member
Someone may have a more exact answer but I'd have to believe it's just due to licensing costs for the NBA and NFL. I'm sure contracts are for individual countries and not signed for global releases.
If those games are ONLY not available in France but everywhere else? Then no idea. EA doesn't like France?
Edit: Googling around it appears NBA Jam is everywhere but France. Yup, EA hates you. NFL Blitz looks like it might be restricted to North America? Or the pages I looked at were before it got a later release, not sure.
Family Fry
Member
Xbox.com changed the box art of Crimson Dragon.
Looking like the game is coming soon, especially after the demo upload.
Also The Cave has been listed.
Listed release date Wednesday, 23rd January.
Xbox.com dates are always subject to change can sometimes be a good indication, sometimes not.
Looking like the game is coming soon, especially after the demo upload.
Also The Cave has been listed.
Listed release date Wednesday, 23rd January.
Xbox.com dates are always subject to change can sometimes be a good indication, sometimes not.
Joshua1979
Member
Any news about sega ports for xbla this year?
Gaylord Sweetwood
Member
I just saw the Crimson Dragon gameplay video up on youtube and wow. That soundtrack has got me all kinds of excited.
I'm really surprised that this is a 360 game and not a PS3 one, considering the user base in Japan. Hopefully this game does well (day 1 for me) and a [spiritual successor] sequel of Panzer Dragoon Saga is made possible. /pipedream
I'm really surprised that this is a 360 game and not a PS3 one, considering the user base in Japan. Hopefully this game does well (day 1 for me) and a [spiritual successor] sequel of Panzer Dragoon Saga is made possible. /pipedream
Great stuff, can't wait for this!Also The Cave has been listed.
Listed release date Wednesday, 23rd January.
Xbox.com dates are always subject to change can sometimes be a good indication, sometimes not.
Family Fry
Member
So there really isn't an ETA on Crimson Dragon? Its been SO LONG!
They maybe going to highlight it with another Arcade Next promo, April?
They maybe going to highlight it with another Arcade Next promo, April?
LorDjidane
Member
I would understand if it were about marketing contracts but we have both NBA and NFL games here. So that really doesn't make any sense to me.
And yeah EA must be hating us for NBA Jam. Damn them.
Also The Cave has been listed.
Listed release date Wednesday, 23rd January.
Xbox.com dates are always subject to change can sometimes be a good indication, sometimes not.
Pretty interested in this, even though I don't know much about the actual gameplay.
Family Fry
Member
Q&A with Ron Gilbert may give you a little bit more insight.
http://blogs.sega.com/2012/11/09/ron-gilbert-answers-your-questions-about-the-cave/
I was wondering this as well.
REMEMBER CITADEL
Banned
Microsoft commissioned the game, it's the only reason it exists.
flamingotripod
Member
Is nba jam worth the pickup?
IdreamofHIME
Member
Crimson Dragon is Kinect only right?
SapientWolf
Trucker Sexologist
Yeah, if only for the god tier announcing.
akilshohen
Member
No new thread for 2013?
REMEMBER CITADEL
Banned
It used to be, we still don't know if that has changed.
The trial version got released by mistake last week in Japan. Sadly, it's still Kinect only.
I do really like that game. If you liked the original you may like it. It has a better defense, you must use more buttons, it has an interesting roster, but, most of all, it is fun.
I really enjoy it, and still play it when my friends come home.
Vert boil
Member
I'll update throughout the day.
DOTW
Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
--Arctic Strike - 400msp (was 800)
--Khyber Strike - 400msp (was 800)
--Raven Strike - 600msp (was 1200)
-----
2k Publisher Sale
Axel and Pixel - 200msp (was 800)
The Misadventures of PB Winterbottom - 200msp (was 800)
Bioshock - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US price, check your region.
Bioshock 2 - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US price, check your region.
--Protector Trials - 200msp (was 400)
--Rapture Metro - 400msp (was 800)
--Minerva's Den - 400msp (was 800)
--Sinclair Solutions Tester Pack - 200msp (was 400)
Borderlands - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US Price, check your region.
--The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned - 400msp (was 800)
--Mad Moxxi's Underdome Riot - 400msp (was 800)
--The Secret Armory of General Knoxx - 400msp (was 800)
--Claptrap's New Robot Revolution - 400msp (was 800)
Borderlands 2
--Mechromancer Pack - 400msp (was 800)
Civilization Revolution - 1600msp/20$ (was 2400/30$) US price, check your region.
Duke Nukem Forever - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US price, check your region. *hasn't dropped yet*
Mafia 2 - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US price, check your region. *GoD and most of the DLC hasn't dropped yet*
--Greaser Pack - 120msp (was 240)
--Jimmy's Vendetta - 400msp (was 800)
--Joe's Adventure - 400msp (was 800)
--Renegade Pack - 120msp (was 240)
--Vegas Pack - 120msp (was 240)
--War Hero Pack - 120msp (was 240)
NBA 2K12
--Legends Showcase - 400msp (was 800)
Lots of tat as well. Check the dashboard panel.
-----
Leedmees - 400msp (was 800)
-----
Sales & Specials+ app
Pool Nation - 400msp (was 800)
Scarygirl - 400msp (was 800)
Swarm - 160msp (was 400)
DOTW
Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
--Arctic Strike - 400msp (was 800)
--Khyber Strike - 400msp (was 800)
--Raven Strike - 600msp (was 1200)
-----
2k Publisher Sale
Axel and Pixel - 200msp (was 800)
The Misadventures of PB Winterbottom - 200msp (was 800)
Bioshock - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US price, check your region.
Bioshock 2 - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US price, check your region.
--Protector Trials - 200msp (was 400)
--Rapture Metro - 400msp (was 800)
--Minerva's Den - 400msp (was 800)
--Sinclair Solutions Tester Pack - 200msp (was 400)
Borderlands - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US Price, check your region.
--The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned - 400msp (was 800)
--Mad Moxxi's Underdome Riot - 400msp (was 800)
--The Secret Armory of General Knoxx - 400msp (was 800)
--Claptrap's New Robot Revolution - 400msp (was 800)
Borderlands 2
--Mechromancer Pack - 400msp (was 800)
Civilization Revolution - 1600msp/20$ (was 2400/30$) US price, check your region.
Duke Nukem Forever - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US price, check your region. *hasn't dropped yet*
Mafia 2 - 800msp/10$ (was 1600/20$) US price, check your region. *GoD and most of the DLC hasn't dropped yet*
--Greaser Pack - 120msp (was 240)
--Jimmy's Vendetta - 400msp (was 800)
--Joe's Adventure - 400msp (was 800)
--Renegade Pack - 120msp (was 240)
--Vegas Pack - 120msp (was 240)
--War Hero Pack - 120msp (was 240)
NBA 2K12
--Legends Showcase - 400msp (was 800)
Lots of tat as well. Check the dashboard panel.
-----
Leedmees - 400msp (was 800)
-----
Sales & Specials+ app
Pool Nation - 400msp (was 800)
Scarygirl - 400msp (was 800)
Swarm - 160msp (was 400)
Afro Thunder
Member
NBA Jam is not available in Brazil. No idea about NFL Blitz.
CrunchinJelly
formerly cjelly
A 2K sale again...
toythatkills
Member
GET BOTH OF THESE
Why would you be surprised that a Microsoft IP isn't on the PS3?
I was definitely gonna get PB Winterbottom but haven't even heard of Alex & Pixel, now I'm definitely getting both of these, for 200 points why not?
toythatkills
Member
I was definitely gonna get PB Winterbottom but haven't even heard of Alex & Pixel, now I'm definitely getting both of these, for 200 points why not?
Axel and Pixel is great. It's not especially long or difficult, but it's always fun and interesting. For 200 points you'd be crazy not to get it
LorDjidane
Member
Roger that!
FateBreaker
Member
Seconded.
milkybar1983
Member
milkybar1983
Member
wow looks like MS are a lot more aware of what assets go up now
Monkeylord
Member
Is Scarygirl worth the 400pts?
My GF needs a new platformer to play, and I think she'd like the artstyle... I'll download a trial when I get home from work, but thought I'd try and garner some opinions anyway.
My GF needs a new platformer to play, and I think she'd like the artstyle... I'll download a trial when I get home from work, but thought I'd try and garner some opinions anyway.
Vert boil
Member
Does she enjoy being frustrated? If yes then buy it.
It isn't a fun easy romp. It likes to kick you in the balls with some shitty design choices occasionally.
I gave up on it three quarters of the way through.
LorDjidane
Member
While we're onto 400MSP games, could I have some feedback from you guys on Mercury HG please?
Vert boil
Member
It's good, worth full price. If you aren't going to time/score chase then it won't last too long. That's the only downside.
I'll be picking up the DLC if it ever goes on sale.
I'll go ahead and try these demos out right now. I'm always ready for more 2-d sidescrolling puzzle games on XBLA.
If I liked Fez, Braid, and Limbo, will I enjoy these games?
toythatkills
Member
mercury Hg is one of my favourite XBLA games. The presentation is lovely, and stick a custom soundtrack on and it's just absolutely joyous. The most fun comes in shaving milliseconds off your time, but there's enough levels and challenges that it'll last ages even if you're not into that stuff. It's brilliant.
If you liked those games, I wouldn't even bother with demos, just buy them =P