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Free Rock Band Track – “Headphones On” by Miranda Cosgrove

xerocube — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:36:51 +0000

Fresh from Major Nelson’s feed, I have learned there is a free track from Rock Band today. I have provided a link below.

I haven’t listened to the song, so I cannot personally attest to the quality of the track. However, it is free, so no harm for trying it out, right?

Xbox LIVE Marketplace | Rock Band | “Headphones On” | Miranda Cosgrove

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Little Big Planet Beta Impressions

Archbishop Xero — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:08:56 +0000

I managed to score a beta key for Little Big Planet the other day. I have to admit that the controls took a little getting used to due to sheer amount of activities. Adjusting to hopping between the three depth planes was a little odd at first, but grows on you quickly. Stephen Fry adds the little comical nuances to the voiceover that just brings the game together. The games helps you out every step of the way, from learning to control your sackboy to creating your first level.

There is just something about this game that makes me smile as I play it. It could be the overly cute sackfolk… or how they playfully interact with their environment… or the creatively designed levels.

I wish I had some screenshots to share with you detailing my gaming experience. The community is definitely going to drive the longevity of this game. The beta had only been out for less than a day, and already there were hundreds of community generated stages. Some very excellent… others, well… they are still learning the system.

During my first multiplayer experience, I was greeted with some intense lag that made the game somewhat frustrating. However, this being a beta, I understand they are working out some kinks.

All in all, my first impressions are great. This has every chance to be a defining game for the Playstation 3. The Media Molecule staff have outdone themselves. I am anxious to et my hands on the full copy of this game.

Viva la Sackboy!

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Little Big Planet – Pre-order Bonus at Amazon.com

Archbishop Xero — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:47:32 +0000

Amazon.com is offering a bonus to all pre-orders for Little Big Planet for the PS3. If you pre-order the game through their site, you’ll receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card, which will arrive via email ~10 days after the game ships. This, along with release day delivery available, should be a great deal for you avid Amazon shoppers.

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Harmonix explains how Rock Band 2 connects with Rock Band 1

xerocube — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:50:53 +0000

I love Rock Band and have been thrilled about the impending release of Rock Band 2. Of course, my (and many others, I’m certain) main concern dealt with all the DLC songs I’ve purchased for Rock Band. Will they transfer over to Rock Band 2, or will i have to continue playing Rock Band 1 to get my Grateful Dead fix?

Thankfully, Harmonix assuaged my fears and confirmed that all RB1 DLC will work in RB2 with no problems. They didn’t stop there… they went one step further and confirmed that, at least XBOX 360, owners of RB1 can transfer their “on-disc” tracks to RB2. How is that you say??? Read on!

MTV Multiplayer » Harmonix: How ‘Rock Band 2? Lets You Access First Game’s Songs

Well, it’s going to cost any gamer who wants to transport their “RB” 1 songs to “RB2? a little money and it will require two discs — just once. Harmonix PR man John Drake broke it down for me on Tuesday:

Drake said that on the day “Rock Band 2? is released — September 14 for the Xbox 360 version — a patch will be issued for the original game. That title update will add an Export feature to the original “Rock Band” game’s menu. Gamers who select that feature will be prompted to input a password, which will be included with copies of “Rock Band 2.” Then you have to pay.

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SingStar DLC – Week of May 30th, 2008

Archbishop Xero — Fri, 30 May 2008 14:23:37 +0000

The SingStore has been updated this week with a slew of new songs for your singing pleasure. There are updates on boths sides of the pond, but I’ve only listed those titles which are available here in the States. We are treated to fewer songs than our European gamers, which is a bit disappointing. Hopefully, the additional songs will make the jump across the pond soon.

Until then, enjoy the new batch!

Avril Lavigne – “I’m With You”
Avril Lavigne – “Sk8er Boi”
Beverley Knight – “Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda”
Bigbang – “I Don’t Wanna”
Bucks Fizz – “Making Your Mind Up”
Coldplay – “Yellow”
Corinne Bailey Rae – “Like A Star”
Cosmo-4 – “Adios Amigos”
Cosmo-4 – “Peek-A-Boo”
The Dandy Warhols – “We Used To Be Friends”
DJ Bobo – “Vampires Are Alive”
DJ Bobo – “”It’s My Life”
Duran Duran – “Planet Earth”
Falco – “Rock Me Amadeus”
The Hives – “Main Offender”
Johnny Deluxe – “Vi Vil Ha’ Mer’”
John Mogensen – “Der Er Noget Galt I Denmark”
Luttenberger-Klug – “Super Sommer”
Moloko – “The Time Is Now”
Shaggy – “Oh Carolina”

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Rock Band DLC – Week of Jan 1, 2008

xerocube — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 15:40:51 +0000

Rock Band’s DLC this week brings us some kickin’ rad songs. We have southern rock and just some fun songs to play with this week. There is no discount pack though… sad.

This week’s releases include one master track and two covers.

“Gimme Three Steps” — Lynyrd Skynyrd (master track)
“Hard to Handle” — The Black Crowes *
“Limelight”– Rush *

You can also download individual songs for ~160 MS points or ~$1.99 a song.

Enjoy!

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Rock Band DLC – Week of Dec 11th, 2007

xerocube — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 15:06:30 +0000

Rock Band’s DLC this week brings us punk rock, an offering including the Ramones, The Clash, and the Buzzcocks. While the 3 song packs are just great, I find myself anxiously awaiting the availability of full albums for download.

This week, we see the release of the Punk Rock song pack #1 which includes two master tracks and a cover song.

“Rockaway Beach” — Ramones
“I Fought the Law” — The Clash
“Ever Fallen In Love”– Buzzcocks *

The song pack will cost you roughly 440 MS Point or ~$5.50 a pack. You can also download individual songs for ~160 MS points or ~$1.99 a song.

For a full schedule of songs, read on: Rock Band DLC [GameSpot]

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Rock Band Guitar Ailments

xerocube — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 14:47:33 +0000

It has finally happened. I was dreading the day, but I knew it would happen eventually. I have fallen prey to Rock Band deadline pressures and a semi-flawed QA process. Yes, my strat guitar has failed me. No longer does it register my up-strums and my yellow fret button decides to stick occasionally. Needless to say, this will seriously affect my ability to pass just about any song in Rock Band. A sad day indeed.

However, there is hope! I visited http://support.ea.com/rockband and my new replacement guitar is en route. I applaud EA for their quick response to this growing problem. Granted, it has given them a huge black-eye for even happening in the first place, but kudos for owning up to it immediately. And luckily, they had the foresight to support Activision’s guitars from Guitar Hero, so I am not out play completely.

When my guitar replacement arrives, I will keep you updated on the return process. Hopefully, it will be an easy going process. Now, let’s just hope the drum kit doesn’t suffer the same fate.

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Rock Band DLC – Week of Dec 4th, 2007

xerocube — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:48:10 +0000

Heads up! More Rock Band DLC is on the way. This week brings us the metal – which we all know you can’t kill The Metal (YouTube).

This week, we see the release of the Black Sabbath song pack #1 which includes covers of the following songs:

“N.I.B.” *
“Sweet Leaf” *
“War Pigs” *

The song pack will cost you roughly 440 MS Point or ~$5.50 a pack. You can also download individual songs for ~160 MS points or ~$1.99 a song. Not a bad price considering what you get with each song.

For a full schedule of songs, read on: Rock Band DLC [GameSpot]

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Weekly 360 Game Night #6 – Recap

xerocube — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 16:49:58 +0000

This week’s game was the XBOX Live Arcade game: Carcassonne. Two members of our group joined the festivities: DirtpileFox and Archbishop Xero. Dirtpile hosted the event.

It was a short gaming evening, as there was some Bioshock gaming to been done. Two complete 4 player games were played: the highest scoring game I’ve yet to see followed by the lowest scoring game. Dirt captured the two victories last night, with Xero taking a solid second placing.

For those keeping track, some statistics:

Archbishop Xero:
- Matches Played: 2
- Matches Won:0
- Total Points: 192
- Achievements: Metropolis (25)
- Memorable Moment: Completed Gotham City, the 32-point settlement for the achievement.
DirtpileFox:
- Matches Played:2
- Matches Won:2
- Total Takedowns: 213
- Achievements: Metropolis (25), Top of the Heap (20)
- Memorable Moment: Took a commanding lead of both games and never looked back.

See you next Wednesday with another arcade night. Game of the Night: Worms.

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