Unscripted 360

This is a game that I need to get into more.  I played roughly 20 minutes of it and I was surprisingly into it.  My little brother has been all over it though so I’m sure he’ll enjoy the news about more DLC available in the Xbox Live Marketplace.  The latest content, and second of 6 in a series,  is called “6 Treasures” and costs 200 Microsoft Points.

Here’s a list of the goodies inside the package:

- “Whimsical Mind” - growth item that enhances a few randomly-picked categories by 0-4 levels
- “Way of Thieves” - in-battle item that can steal rare items possessed by enemy creatures
- “Devee Phonograph” - allows you to listen to the “Devee-tribe dance”
- “Nothing Glasses - visualizes all “nothing” points by means of a star-looking symbol (oftentimes you’ll find a lot of items that contain “nothing”, followed by an English-speaking narrator saying “nothing”)
- “Shuffled Helmet” - item that adjusts magical and speed parameters (Magic +40 / Speed -40).  Detrimental when used by itself because the speed parameter goes down by 50 points, but when equipped along with “Shuffled Breastplate” and “Shuffled Splint”, this item can quadruplicate the Magic parameters and reverse the Speed parameters.  So it becomes the strongest equipment in the game. (Magic +160 / Speed +40)
- “Spring-wind Scarf” - adjusts characters’ HP and Speed parameters by 20%

If you’re always busy toying around in Photoshop or your favorite graphics software, then you just might be able to go down as the most famous and celebrated U360 fan in the entire world!  Ok, maybe that’s a stretch and I’ll just consider you really cool for coming up with U360’s own MGC gamer card design. 

MyGamerCard.net is going to offer an official U360 design choice for those of you who fancy using the gamer cards on your site, message boards or MySpace.  You can choose any dimensions in width/height as long as it’s the coolest damn gamer card ever!  I’d like a default one though (199 x 135).  But it’s really up to you.  I have a few skills so I’ll be designing a few of my own as well. 

If you need anything from me including the U360 logo etc., just email me and let me know.  Send all designs to me at deacon@unscripted360.com.  Check out my flash gamer card below and click on one of my recently played games to see the cool effects.

Are you ready for a bit of exclusive news?  This piece of info can only be found here and DaKing240.com.  Freeverse and Strange Flavour today announced that Airburst is well into development for Xbox Live Arcade. With quick pick-up-and-play action, this all-new Airburst is an ideal Live Arcade title and promises to be one of the best party games on the platform.

Floating high above the ground on a platform made of balloons, you have to fend-off the deadly chainsaw-bladed burster ball, and redirect it toward your opponents’ balloons. Airburst has crazy power-ups, unique character powers, and a wealth of game types to reward strategy as well as reflexes.

Airburst is being developed in the U.K. by Freeverse’s partner studio, Strange Flavour. Aaron Fothergill, Managing Director of Strange Flavour, has said, “The power of the Xbox 360 is allowing us to do some really amazing things in terms of graphics and features. We think gamers will be very pleased with what we have in-store.”

More details on the title will be released in the coming weeks.  Strange Flavour and Freeverse have had their hands on a few Xbox Live Arcade titles already including Totemball, Marathon: Durandal and Spyglass Board Games.  I hope you’re ready to experience the burst!  I included a screenshot of the popular Airburst Extreme to give you all an idea of what this game is all about.

Here’s another GameFly Top 10 after a long break since the last here on U360.  Thanks for the reminder J Rob 360.  (you guys are great)  I brought this to U360 several months ago and it always makes for a good read.  There are millions of people subscribed to GameFly so they’re right in the thick of our little Xbox community.

Remember that these lists include what gamers have in their queue (games they’ve requested) and may include unreleased titles.  This is for the week ending October 22.  The 360 controls the list of requests and rentals across all platforms.

Most Popular Games Cross-Platform

1 Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Xbox 360 Activision
2 Simpsons Game Xbox 360 Electronic Arts
3 Half-Life 2: The Orange Box Xbox 360 Electronic Arts
4 Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation Xbox 360 Namco
5 Clive Barker’s Jericho Xbox 360 Codemasters
6 Assassin’s Creed Xbox 360 Ubisoft
7 Conan Xbox 360 THQ
8 Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock Xbox 360 Activision
9 Timeshift Xbox 360 Vivendi Universal
10 Army of Two Xbox 360 Electronic Arts

Xbox 360 Most Popular Games

1 Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Xbox 360 Activision
2 Simpsons Game Xbox 360 Electronic Arts
3 Half-Life 2: The Orange Box Xbox 360 Electronic Arts
4 Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation Xbox 360 Namco
5 Clive Barker’s Jericho Xbox 360 Codemasters
6 Assassin’s Creed Xbox 360 Ubisoft
7 Conan Xbox 360 THQ
8 Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock Xbox 360 Activision
9 Timeshift Xbox 360 Vivendi Universal
10 Army of Two Xbox 360 Electronic Arts

The time is almost near for Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock to release its metal upon the world.  Before the world gets a taste, the metal descended upon Dallas for a star-studded event held at Dallas Cowboys cornerback, Terence Newman’s home.  The host of the event was the starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys, Mr. Tony Romo.  I’m sure you can imagine the media frenzy with ESPN and other local news there. 

I was able to attend the event courtesy of the crew at Microsoft’s Gamerscoreblog.  I was there to rock and I can assure you that Tony Romo, Terence Newman and the other guests were too.  It will go down officially as the best day ever!

During the event Tony Romo battled against Carmen Electra via Xbox Live.  Carmen was hosting her own Guitar Hero III event in Los Angeles and took some time to actually beat Tony during their Xbox Live battle.  To Tony’s credit, he did accidentally pull the wired Les Paul from the Xbox 360 during the battle which caused him much grief and put an abrupt end to the fierce competition.

I got a chance to battle one-on-one against Terence Newman and melted his brain with my wireless guitar skills.  It was the first time I’ve had a chance with the wireless Les Paul and it was just as responsive as the wired one.  Dusty Welch, Head of Publishing with RedOctane, was there to instruct everyone and answer any questions about the game.  I had some great conversations with him about the game, faceplates and other plans for the title after launch.  Other Dallas Cowboys attending the event and shredding guitar were Julius Jones (RB), Marc Columbo (OL) and Ken Hamlin (FS).

I took plenty of pictures that I hope you enjoy as much as I enjoyed being at the event.  I’m a huge Dallas Cowboys fan and a big fan of Guitar Hero III so I was all smiles.  Be prepared to unleash your inner rockstar on October 28th when Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock becomes available in stores.

For more screenshots of the event, click here to check them all out.

This should come as no surprise for the interweb seekers out there but Microsoft unveiled the Xbox 360 Arcade console or as I like to call it, the Core Revision.  Available in stores now for $279.99, the Xbox 360 Arcade console is the first Xbox 360 console to include five family-friendly games, a wireless controller, a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI), and 256 MB of memory useful for storing games and entertainment content.

The Xbox 360 Arcade console will include 5 popular Xbox Live Arcade titles.  The 5 titles are PAC-MAN Championship Edition, Uno, Luxor 2, Boom Boom Rocket and Feeding Frenzy.

“As families gather together this holiday, it’s the perfect time to launch a new low-priced, high-value Xbox 360 that plays games, TV shows and music for everyone to enjoy,” said Jeff Bell, corporate vice president of global marketing, Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft. “In addition to offering an incredible all-in-one package for families to get right into the fun, the Xbox 360 Arcade system features the industry-leading Family Settings, which allow parents to control what their kids are watching and playing — and we know how important that control is to families around the world.”

This is another effort from Microsoft to bring more family entertainment to the console.  You can find out more about the Xbox 360 Arcade console here.  What say you? 

BioWare fans and Mass Effect drones prepare to celebrate as the highly anticipated title has gone gold, and will be offered in a limited collector’s edition.  Additionally, an exclusive bonus disc will be offered to consumers who pre-order the game.  The bonus disc is available at participating U.S. retailers while supplies last.

I’m going to try to get the CE and run it through the Edition Examiner ofcourse.  The limited collector’s edition will be offered through participating retailers, and will include a host of bonus materials.  You can check out all the CE features as well as the bonus disc features by clicking here.  They’re both loaded with good stuff.

The Collector’s Edition will retail for $69.99 and will be available next month along with the standard edition.  I’m guessing that Gamestop will be the prime location to get your exclusive pre-order goodies.

A double dose of Arcade action is going down tomorrow morning.  Battlestar Galactica and an interesting title called Exit, make their way to the Xbox Live Arcade.  I checked out screenshots on both and I’m actually pumped for Exit.  It looks like one of those crazy titles you just can’t stop playing.

Battlestar Galactica Info

Inspired by the hit television series of the same name, “Battlestar Galactica” lets players choose their own path - be the hero and defend Galactica or join the dark side with the ruthless Cylons. 

When: Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT)
How much: 800 Microsoft Points

Exit Info

A uniquely stylish and addictive puzzle game, “Exit” will have players using their decision-making skills and quick wit to escape numerous obstacles while rescuing people from more emergencies in over 220 levels.

When: Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT)
How much: 800 Microsoft Points

Who’s ready to be a legend in the rock game?  Xbox 360 owners get ready to shred as Activision and Neversoft give fans a rockin’ opportunity to practice their skills with a demo available for download on tomorrow, October 23 exclusively through the Xbox Live Marketplace.  No need to burn an illegal disc, just hop onto the Marketplace and get your download on! 

Screenshots: Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock (click here)

The free game demo, playable with either the X-Plorer guitar or Xbox 360 controller, will include the following 5 finger-melting songs:

- Even Flow (by Pearl Jam)
- Lay Down (by Priestess)
- The Metal (by Tenacious D)
- Hit Me with your Best Shot (as made famous by Pat Benatar)
- Rock You like a Hurricane (as made famous by Scorpions)

I’ve played them all and my neighbors are inches away from calling the police I’m sure.  This game is going to melt your minds! 

Stay tuned for details on a Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock battle against the developers of the game.  There’s a Play & Win opportunity that you don’t want to miss!

It’s October.  It’s Monday.  You all know what October Monday’s mean by now don’t you?  It’s time for another Monday FTW Ultimate Sports Giveaway!  I’m happy you all are enjoying Monday’s again. 

All of the messages and emails about you all enjoying this have been a real treat.  Well, we’re down to 2 more Monday’s and 3 more games for someone in the U360 community to win.  The grand finale goes down next week on my birthday making it extra special. 

Who will it be today?

What is this Monday FTW Ultimate Sports Giveaway? 

Each Monday in October I’ll have a Monday FTW post up.  Just post a reply to it or send me a message on Xbox Live each Monday that it goes up.  At around 8PM Central Standard Time I’ll pick a winner.

I’m only taking entries on each Monday.  Here’s the breakdown of what’s still available and on what day.  Last week NASCAR 08 fell into the hands of the Irish and today Tiger Woods PGA Tour 08 is on the clock.  Get your posts and messages in before 8PM CST tonight!

October 1 - NHL 08 (Sirharper wins)
October 8 - NBA Live 08 (Souf Centrol wins)
October 15 - NASCAR 08 (IRISHprik411 wins)
October 22 - Tiger Woods PGA Tour 08 (Mak wins)
October 29 - Madden NFL 08 & NCAA Football 08