Unscripted 360

I don’t have it but there’s no mistaken the hype surrounding Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.  Infinity Ward returns to the series and this time they take it to a different era.  Are you ready for modern warfare, perks and crazy multiplayer action? 

If you have it, smile at the fact that you’re playing U360’s Play of the Week game.  And that totally makes you famous in a not-really-famous kind of way.

Gamers assemble your bands and prepare for rockitude!  Harmonix and MTV Games announced yesterday that its highly anticipated music videogame Rock Band has gone gold, is in final production and manufacturing, and set for launch.  This news has reportedly sent thousands of crazy, wannabe boy bands into a frenzy.

The Rock Band Special Edition Bundle will be available in North America on November 20th for the suggested retail price of $169.99.  The game alone will retail for $59.99.  Details and price across other platforms can be found here.

“Rock Band is a true symbol of Harmonix’s vision, dedication and passion for music and after two years of development, we are thrilled that Rock Band is finally ready to get in the hands of rock fans everywhere,” said Alex Rigopolous, CEO of Harmonix. “We have a small army filling our warehouses with final product, ready for our November 20th ship date so players can fulfill their rock and roll aspirations. Now, our focus is putting together an amazing selection of downloadable music content for players so players can continue to further customize their Rock Band experience post launch.”

Details on the Rock Band Special Edition Bundle

The Xbox 360 version of the Rock Band Special Edition Bundle will feature a wired drum kit, microphone and Fender Stratocaster guitar controller as well as a USB hub for easy plug-in access for all instruments.  Standalone instrument peripherals for Rock Band, including a wireless guitar option for the Xbox 360, will be available at a later date to be announced.

Are you ready to rock?  If you missed it, be sure to check our the Harmonix crew playing a little Mississippi Queen right here at U360!

The days of the double aren’t done as the Xbox Live Arcade gain two more new entries tomorrow.  Switchball and Word Puzzle come hopping along the bunny trail for all to download and enjoy.  You can check out screenshots for both titles over at the U360 Flickr blast.

Switchball info

Morph into the Metalball and ram objects out of your way, charge the Powerball to dash up ramps and jump over obstacles, switch to the Airball to float over physics based death traps or use the Marbleball for speedy rolling around action. 

When: Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PST)
How much: 800 Microsoft Points

Word Puzzle info

With five unique game modes, LIVE support for up to four players and Xbox LIVE Vision Camera support, “Word Puzzle” will keep you playing with friends and family for hours. 

When: Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PST)
How much: 800 Microsoft Points

ESPN is coming to an Xbox 360 near you…those of you with access to the Video Marketplace that is.  Microsoft and ESPN said people can purchase complete NCAA basketball and football games, the X Games sports competitions and other programs from the Xbox Live.

Xbox 360 users can buy commercial-free standard-definition versions of select NCAA games for $3, and high-definition versions for $4.50, within 48 hours of the game’s conclusion. ESPN TV shows, like the other TV content on Xbox Live, cost $2 for standard-definition and $3 for high-def versions.

“Delivering content through Xbox 360 is another way that we can connect fans with the sports they have such passion for,” said Matt Murphy, senior vice president of digital video distribution for Disney and ESPN Media Networks.

I’m not into NCAA that much so it doesn’t get me excited.  What say you?

Happy Monday!  We had a great live show this weekend and if the site had not undergone a server switch, I would’ve had the next episode ready for you to enjoy via the feed or iTunes.  It is available from the live show page to download though so if you don’t want to wait until tonight when it’s available here, then have at it.

There were plenty of losers in yesterday’s NFL Gamerpic War as the Dallas Cowboys put the beat down on the Eagles.  I’ve already verified a couple who followed through and had to purchase the Cowboys picture pack.  I should partner up with EA Sports on this since.

Heroes should be good tonight with “another” look into the future.  Seems like they’re following the same format as last season with this kind of episode when it’s not really reality if they can stop whatever it is.  I’m not sure what to think but I’ll be watching tonight.

Capcom unloaded quite a few new screenshots for Devil May Cry 4 which as we all know is making its debut on the Xbox 360 soon.  The screenshots are of two new enemies, Echidna and Assault.

Screenshots: Devil May Cry 4

Are you ready for another live show?  You better be!  This could be the show that just might change the world!  No, not really but it makes it sound extra cool doesn’t it? 

Tune in tomorrow November 3rd at the same bat time, same bat channel.  If you were a winner in the Monday FTW, call in to tell everyone how you’re enjoying the games!

show time - 11AM PST / 1PM CST / 2PM EST / 7PM GMT
# to the show - (646) 478-5897
link to listen - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/u360tv

Hello.  My name is Deacon and welcome to ‘Why I Want Gears of War PC’ or at least why I want a computer that can run Gears of Wars PC.  I know that it’s supposed to work with Windows XP (which I have) but that won’t give me the uber experience needed for this game.  On top of the visual upgrade and the chance to battle different monsters, Gears of Wars for Games for Windows has a ridiculous level editor called Unreal Editor that gave me a goose bump or two.

I know you don’t believe me so that’s why I attached this video below.  It was narrated by Epic Lead Designer Jim Brown. (no not the football player) Take a look at it and you’ll understand why I want to get my little hands on this design tool.  Can someone say include this in Gears of War 2 Cliffy?

Video: Gears of War Unreal Editor (Games for Windows)

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Head out and grab a demo of Ubisoft’s latest first person shooter headed for the Xbox 360.  It weighs in at a low 535 MB so you should be able to download it reasonably fast.  So get to it.  That’s an order soldiers! 

Created by soldiers. Developed by gamers. America’s Army: True Soldiers™ is the only game co-developed with the U.S. Army. Get the true infantry experience with visually stunning graphics via the GRAW 2 engine, real U.S. Army weapons and vehicles, and unparalleled multiplayer gameplay.

See how clever I can be with these things?  I try to keep you all on your toes and provide a little bit of humor once in a while.  (you know you like the title of this) Behold the image below and stare at the next U360 giveaway.  I’m doing this because of the unexpected delay in the final Monday FTW Ultimate Sports Giveaway. 

I felt bad about the problems everyone experienced logging on to U360 so I decided to dip into my famous Bag of Swag and pick a few additional winners from last week’s finale.  So if you entered this past Monday, you’re up for these additional goodies.  Five (5) of you will be chosen today so get ready!

- Mass Effect pre-order bonus material. The game has gone gold and why not enjoy the countdown with some exclusive gamer pics, themes and videos.

- TimeShift pre-order content.  It’s already in stores so why not enjoy an exclusive multiplayer character to battle with.

- Xbox themed t-shirt

- Halo Faceplate

Update.  Winners. (Falcon009, Pzul, snorkle256, ReaperHybrid, die coward, Brikz3488)