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[NemesisPrime]

Like how would Civ Rev or SFIV get made in XNA? I just don't see that happening.

???

Do you know what XNA is actually?

There is no problem making any game in XNA.

 

[Stumpokapow]

What I don't get is how MS expects deeper large scale experiences to be made in XNA. Like how would Civ Rev or SFIV get made in XNA? I just don't see that happening.

... why wouldn't that be possible?

 

[dLMN8R]

Earlier versions of XNA were pretty limited IIRC, but I believe the latest releases are plenty capable for incredibly deep, extensive games.

 

[D4Danger]

there's a couple of games on Xbox Live Aracde (not indie) that were made using XNA

edit: according to this post these games were made using XNA: Schizoid, The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai, Blazing Birds, Rocket Riot, Yo-Ho Kablammo, Lucidity and Chime

It's possible though to make any sort of game. You probably could make a Civ game if you had the time, team and money.

 

[Fowler]

It's really kinda annoying there are no non-phone devices that support WP7 (yet); I'm wedded to the iOS platform right now, but I'd totally buy a Zune-ish thing to fiddle around with these games/XBL integration.

 

[Vanillalite]

???

Do you know what XNA is actually?

There is no problem making any game in XNA.

Yeah and XNA was limited as fuck in version 1 and 2 ( the two versions I tried out). Maybe they've improved things since then, but don't hate on me without prior knowledge. :lol

EDIT: I am seriously just joking, but I thought it was already a known thing that XNA at least in it's initial form wasn't exactly something you'd use to make IDK Rage for Win Phone 7 in or something. It's up to 4.0 now, and probably considerably better than at launch.

 

[neutralgamer02]

I wonder how much games like halo will cost on wp7? Hopefully, less than 5 dollars.

Anyway, I might as well mention the new game I am working on.

It should be out by launch, and incorporate xbox live support.

Announcement videos:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3UrLdZFbmg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YN8JVvj_61k

 

[Captain N]

Any word on how many Achievement points this game will be worth?

 

[neutralgamer02]

I got an interview over at wmpoweruser, and I also discuss my game doodle Ship a bit.

doodle Ship interview

 

[jonnybryce]

Latest video of The Harvest. The graphics look killer but the character moves oddly slow imo and combat looks a little lame; hopefully it's just an early clip and things get better.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO032mnscSY

 

[SapientWolf]

there's a couple of games on Xbox Live Aracde (not indie) that were made using XNA

edit: according to this post these games were made using XNA: Schizoid, The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai, Blazing Birds, Rocket Riot, Yo-Ho Kablammo, Lucidity and Chime

It's possible though to make any sort of game. You probably could make a Civ game if you had the time, team and money.

Plain Sight was also made in XNA.

 

[Jea Song]

Have they confirmed if you can play a game on a windows 7 phone, vs someone on their xbox 360 in real time?

 

[TheUnknownForce]

Of course, after purchasing an Android phone, thinking it'll catch on a bit more as a gaming platform due to sales potential, this gets brought out.

Oh well, as long as the games can be easily brought to 360 or PC through XNA...

 

[neutralgamer02]

Have they confirmed if you can play a game on a windows 7 phone, vs someone on their xbox 360 in real time?

From one of the video interviews I saw, there will be no real time multiplayer at launch, only turn based, but the feature will be added to future games. This is between two wp7s. I have not heard of cross platform gameplay(windows, x360, phone).

 

[Windu]

From one of the video interviews I saw, there will be no real time multiplayer at launch, only turn based, but the feature will be added to future games. This is between two wp7s. I have not heard of cross platform gameplay(windows, x360, phone).

there is a interview on the windows phone 7 site with Major Nelson where they talk about a card game or something that has cross platform play with a PC counterpart. The interview is in the the backstage-events area.

edit: i think it might be this game http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/g/gamechestmobile/default.htm

 

[Da1nonly J]

From one of the video interviews I saw, there will be no real time multiplayer at launch, only turn based, but the feature will be added to future games. This is between two wp7s. I have not heard of cross platform gameplay(windows, x360, phone).

Microsoft Canada's Greg Milligan has revealed at a recent Xbox 360 event. The big takeaway is future plans for phone-to-console gaming. While suggesting an initial use would be companion games that bring enhancements to full 360 titles (our first thought is how both a web game and Arcade casino title directly tied into Fable 2), he says it's something they are "absolutely" working on for the "near future" -- likely initially through WiFi only due to network speed sensitivities. "Near future," on that note, is a lot sooner that the impression we got at the recent hands-on, but in either case, we won't believe it until we see it with our own eyes.

http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/24/windows-phone-7s-short-term-future-includes-phone-to-console-ga/

There is a video at the link

 

[neutralgamer02]

Microsoft Canada's Greg Milligan has revealed at a recent Xbox 360 event. The big takeaway is future plans for phone-to-console gaming. While suggesting an initial use would be companion games that bring enhancements to full 360 titles (our first thought is how both a web game and Arcade casino title directly tied into Fable 2), he says it's something they are "absolutely" working on for the "near future" -- likely initially through WiFi only due to network speed sensitivities. "Near future," on that note, is a lot sooner that the impression we got at the recent hands-on, but in either case, we won't believe it until we see it with our own eyes.

http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/24/windows-phone-7s-short-term-future-includes-phone-to-console-ga/

There is a video at the link

Oh, that is pretty cool. Would be awesome if you have the ability to play your game on the xbox360 at home, then continue playing on your wp7 on the go. I always wanted that feature on the psp-ps3, but it never came to fruitation.

Another shameless plug. doodle Ship got another article written about it.

http://www.bestwp7games.com/doodle-ship-side-scroller-game-for-wp7.html

I am hoping to have a video displaying the app running on monday.

 

[Firestorm]

likely initially through WiFi only due to network speed sensitivities.

Boo. I'm going to have to get something like 3G Unrestrictor on the iPhone again and that's gonna require a softmod too

 

[jonnybryce]

There's a video from the dev of an upcoming WP7 game Zombies Night Out...he shows off (in human terms) how good visuals can be from water to light and it looks awesome.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FzVPytCw9Q

Source @ WMPowerUser

 

[brotkasten]

Q&A with Major Nelson/Larry Hyrb about Xbox Live on Windows Phone 7.

• All props purchased on the game console appears and are available on the phone.
• Change your avatar on the go.
• The turn based gaming can be played with people on Windows Phone 7, Xbox Game Console and PC! Three screens and a cloud indeed!! The requirement of course being the game being on each platform.
• They emphasized that the first wave of games announced is just that-the first wave! More will be announced between now and launch.
• Xbox Live is the center so if a service connects to Xbox Live service it can be used to play games.
• No double downloading of titles. Simply download the free trial and when you purchase it from inside the game the rest of the game simply unlocks.
• Microsoft Game Studios
  
• Windows Phone 7 is the only phone platform with a first party game studio dedicated to building quality games for the platform.
  
• Can send and receive messages to Xbox Console and vice versa.
• Microsoft intends on proactively seeking out the best games for the gaming portfolio. Yes that includes popular games from other mobile platforms.
• Got to buy the games on the console, phone, pc separately.
• Multitasking:
  If you get a text message the notification dropdown menu appears.
  If you answer an incoming call, the game pauses and you return to it immediately after the call ends.
  
• Avatar Gadgets:
  Neat things the avatar can do to add fun to simple tasks. Flashlight, coin flip, level app, etc.
  
• Developers have access to avatars to produce unique experiences. Basically developers can make avatars used in games.
• Bejeweled Live is a unique version of the game available only on Xbox Live. An example of additional features and services being added on as a Xbox Live title.
• What type of games available at launch: All kinds for all ages and interests.
• There will be unique gamer points only available by purchasing the gaming title on the phone.
• Windows Phone 7 is the ONLY place to get Xbox Live support.
• You can be signed in simultaneously on the console and phone.
• Major Nelson wanted to make sure everyone knew there are still a couple tricks up their sleeve as far as gaming titles being announced.

MobilityDigest.com: Major Nelson talks Windows Phone 7 & Xbox Live Gaming
Watch the Q&A video on the WindowsPhone7.com backstage: Major Nelson presents the games of Windows Phone 7 (registration required)

 

[Coldsnap]

Would be awesome if you have the ability to play your game on the xbox360 at home, then continue playing on your wp7 on the go. I always wanted that feature on the psp-ps3, but it never came to fruitation.

This will never happen.

but If I can get Settlers of Catan XBLA on my phone that would rule.

There will be unique gamer points only available by purchasing the gaming title on the phone.

What??

 

[Notorious_Roy]

It sure sounds interesting, but this sucks:

Got to buy the games on the console, phone, pc separately.

PSN still has the better option with PSP Minis for PS3 AND PSP in a single purchase.

 

[charlequin]

What??

"The same game will have an extra set of achievements if you buy it again on WinMo7. Double-dipping, bitches!"

 

[jonnybryce]

Fuck yeah @ all that Nelson info. The best being the gaming-take a call-get back to the game, I was worried it would force a relaunch of the game from the start screen.

 

[neutralgamer02]

I wanted to show you guys the first gamplay footage of doodle Ship.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSk5dJ0fGXA

Feedback would be appreciated.

 

[Fredrik]

Do you have to be an Xbox Live Gold subscriber to get the stuff mentioned here? Or does everyone get this? If not, what will be stripped down for the non-subscribers? (the majority?)

 

[Tathanen]

Do you have to be an Xbox Live Gold subscriber to get the stuff mentioned here? Or does everyone get this? If not, what will be stripped down for the non-subscribers? (the majority?)

Yeah this is my question. I don't even own an Xbox, I have no Live account. Will I be able to create a low-tier one on the phone for free? Can I make an Avatar on the phone? All this Live Integration crap does nothing for me if I need a Live account already.

 

[DayShallCome]

Do you have to be an Xbox Live Gold subscriber to get the stuff mentioned here? Or does everyone get this? If not, what will be stripped down for the non-subscribers? (the majority?)

All phone Xbox Live services are accessible via Silver membership (aka, free). None of the currently announced features require a Gold.

 

[neutralgamer02]

So, what do people think of the windows phone 7 in terms of gaming with the recent launch event?

Also:
doodle Ship Teaser.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-P5e33wjwTs

 

[fernoca]

Any word on which companies will carry this phones? All? A few?
I'm curently tied to T-Mobile.

 

[Firestorm]

Any word on which companies will carry this phones? All? A few?
I'm curently tied to T-Mobile.

T-Mobile is getting the best phones for W7 in the US. Both the HTC HD7 and Dell Venue Pro will be on T-Mobile.

 

[brotkasten]

Any word on which companies will carry this phones? All? A few?
I'm curently tied to T-Mobile.

You should be good with TMo.

T-Mobile USA
• HTC HD7, United States
• Dell Venue Pro, United States

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=387644


A list of some launch games

A great interface is fine, of course, but what about the core to any gaming platform: the games? Luckily, Microsoft is pushing a strong lineup right out of the gate featuring titles of such pedigree as Crackdown and Splinter Cell. From what we’ve seen so far, graphics are solid, gameplay is tight, and the Live integration is icing on the cake. It’s not quite a PSP, but will definitely be competitive with the iPhone. Check out the full list of launch titles and their developers below:

“3D Brick Breaker Revolution” (Digital Chocolate)
“Age of Zombies” (Halfbrick)
“Armor Valley” (Protégé Games)
“Asphalt 5″ (Gameloft)
“Assassin’s Creed” (Gameloft)
“Bejeweled LIVE” (PopCap)
“Bloons TD” (Digital Goldfish)
“Brain Challenge” (Gameloft)
“Bubble Town 2″ (i-Play)
“Butterfly” (Press Start Studio)
“CarneyVale Showtime” (MGS)
“Castlevania” (Konami)
“Crackdown 2: Project Sunburst” (MGS)
“De Blob Revolution” (THQ)
“Deal or No Deal 2010″ (i-Play)
“Earthworm Jim” (Gameloft)
“Fast & Furious 7″ (i-Play)
“Fight Game Rivals” (Rough Cookie)
“Finger Physics” (Mobliss Inc.)
“Flight Control” (Namco Bandai)
“Flowerz” (Carbonated Games)
“Frogger” (Konami)
“Fruit Ninja” (Halfbrick)
“Game Chest-Board” (MGS)
“Game Chest-Card” (MGS)
“Game Chest-Logic” (MGS)
“Game Chest-Solitaire” (MGS)
“GeoDefense” (Critical Thought)
“Ghostscape” (Psionic)
“Glow Artisan” (Powerhead Games)
“Glyder 2″ (Glu Mobile)
“Guitar Hero 5″ (Glu Mobile)
“Halo Waypoint” (MGS)
“Hexic Rush” (Carbonated Games)
“I Dig It” (InMotion)
“iBlast Moki” (Godzilab)
“ilomilo” (MGS)
“Implode XL” (IUGO)
“Iquarium” (Infinite Dreams)
“Jet Car Stunts” (True Axis)
“Let’s Golf 2″ (Gameloft)
“Little Wheel” (One click dog)
“Loondon” (Flip N Tale)
“Max and the Magic Marker” (PressPlay)
“Mini Squadron” (Supermono Limited)
“More Brain Exercise” (Namco Bandai)
“O.M.G.” (Arkedo)
“Puzzle Quest 2″ (Namco Bandai)
“Real Soccer 2″ (Gameloft)
“The Revenants” (Chaotic Moon)
“Rise of Glory” (Revo Solutions)
“Rocket Riot” (Codeglue)
“Splinter Cell Conviction” (Gameloft)
“Star Wars: Battle for Hoth” (THQ)
“Star Wars: Cantina” (THQ)
“The Harvest” (MGS)
“The Oregon Trail” (Gameloft)
“Tower Bloxx NY” (Digital Chocolate)
“Twin Blades” (Press Start Studio)
“UNO” (Gameloft)
“Women’s Murder Club: Death in Scarlet” (i-Play)
“Zombie Attack!” (IUGO)
“Zombies!!!!” (Babaroga)

http://www.ripten.com/2010/10/14/windows-phone-7-looks-promising/

 

[MrMephistoX]

Looks like it'll get a lot of iPhone games ported over in addition to this collection in the near future.

O.M.G. by Arkedo sticks out.

Come on MS. Make XBLA titles happen. That would be awesome news playing Geometry Wars or Ikaruga on a phone.

Geo Wars is on the Iphone and CAVE has a lot of solid top down shooters as well.

 

[Walshicus]

Any word on which companies will carry this phones? All? A few?
I'm curently tied to T-Mobile.

T-mobile have the awesome looking Samsung Omnia in the EU; got a great deal there too.

Can't wait to see some of the first party efforts on WP7.