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Peggle takes a simple idea of removing orange colored pegs and makes it increasingly addictive as time goes on. Available on Xbox Live for 800 MS points, Peggle is easily one of the most enjoyable experiences you will have regardless of whether you call yourself a casual or hardcore gamer.… Continue Reading »

While Microsoft may preach tolerance throughout its Xbox Live service, that message must not have applied to Teresa, an Xbox Live player who, according to Kotaku, had her account canceled based on her admission that she was a lesbian. A disrespectful action, to be sure, and one that she did… Continue Reading »

Bungie has finally confirmed that more achievements are being added to Halo 3 as well as several other upgrades. According to the announcement, the ten Achievements are part of the “Title Update 2” (aka TU2) which, putting an end to many rumors, is “not ushering in a new ‘BR spread,’… Continue Reading »

Destructoid has the scoop on the Xbox Live Arcade (XBLA) versions of beloved Nintendo 64 platformer Banjo-Kazooie and it’s sequel, Banjo-Tooie. Banjo-Kazooie, which comes free with a pre-order of the upcoming Banjo Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts, will be available to download on November 26, 2008, shortly after the 360 game… Continue Reading »

Are you a fan of laconic, macho heroes and guns? How about a little mid-‘90s FPS action? Well, 1Up has good news for you: Duke Nukem 3D will arrive on Xbox Live Arcade on September 24, 2008. The game will be updated from the 1996 original in the form of… Continue Reading »

Title: Schizoid Price: 800 Microsoft Points (US$10.00) System(s): Xbox Live Release Date: July 9, 2008 Publisher (Developer): Microsoft (Torpex Games) ESRB Rating: “Everyone” for mild fantasy violence. Pros: Fun and addictive two-player game with good particle effects and smooth controls. Single-player two-ship “Uberschizoid” mode. Cons: Single-player CPU teammate is occasionally… Continue Reading »

Check out the gallery: Schizoid for Xbox Live screen shots

Title: Sea Life Safari Price: 800 Microsoft Points (US$10) System(s): Xbox Live Release Date: June 18, 2008 Publisher (Developer): Sierra Online (Wanako) ESRB Rating: “Everyone” Pros: Some nice graphics and potentially entertaining for young gamers who like to collect stuff. Cons: Too short, a bit too easy, promotes throwing stuff… Continue Reading »

Check out the gallery: Sea Life Safari for Xbox Live screen shots

Today (May 21, 2008) marks the release of the first episode of Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain Slick Precipice of Darkness. The episodic gaming series is available for download for Windows, Mac, and Linux from Greenhouse, or via Xbox Live Arcade on the Xbox 360. The game follows the… Continue Reading »

For those of you who have decided to take my advice and download the Japanese arcade game Ikaruga for Xbox Live, here are a few tips that should help you enjoy the game… Continue Reading »

Title: Ikaruga Price: 800 Microsoft Points (US$10) System(s): Xbox Live Arcade Release Date: April 9, 2008, 9 am GMT Developer: Treasure ESRB Rating: “Everyone” Pros: Fast-paced classic arcade action and amazing graphics. Single-player and offline two-payer modes rock. Cons: Reaction time for switching polarity is a little slow and online… Continue Reading »