Although Xbox 360's list of games didn't meet the standards and criteria for 2008, there should be no reason to despair. There are still other killer games available to take the place. There are several new Xbox 360 games 2009 that will surely excite any gamer. These new Xbox 360 games 2009 are of different varieties, including movie tie-ups, sequels and original IPs.
This article will introduce you to some of the new Xbox 360 games 2009 that will surely be the apple of your eye.
The first new Xbox 360 game 2009 is Batman: Arkham Asylum that will be released in the third quarter of the year. This game was developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Eidos Interactive. The setting of the game is a notorious prison in Gotham City. You will be playing the role of the Caped Crusader, whom all prisoners would hate for your role in bringing them to imprisonment. You will have to combat with several enemies at the same time. Although Batman's prowess in hand fights is undeniable, the protagonist will also be given the opportunity to use some weapons for his advantage. This game will also feature familiar comic characters such as Joker and Killer Croc to bring misery to Batman's life. Whether this game can equal the popularity of the comic story it was patterned with remains to be answered.
Another action-oriented new Xbox 360 game 2009 is Bionic Commando. This game, developed by Grin and published by Capcom, is scheduled for release a quarter earlier than Batman: Arkham Asylum. You will be playing the role of Nathan Spencer, a cybernetically-enhanced soldier with an extendable arm. After being falsely accused for a crime he was not guilty of, the protagonist will be given a chance to clear his name by defeating Bio-Rain, a terrorist group that attacked Ascension City. Now, to fulfill that mission, the protagonist can use his bionic arm and other upgradeable weapons. The protagonist can also form a multi-player team of 10 online players.
The third new Xbox 360 game 2009 is Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood. Developed by Techland and published by Unisoft, this game will be released on May. This game features the struggle of the McCall brothers as they look for Aztec Gold. The developer is still to announce other features of the game, aside from the multi-player mode.
Football is one of the most popular sports game all over the world. Football championships games are also celebrated all over the world and is considered one of the biggest events in sports. Due to its popularity, Xbox 360 football games were also created such as the Xbox 360 NCAA football games.
Here the best Xbox 360 NCAA football games that you should look out for:
1. Xbox 360 NCAA Football 10: This has yet to be released but for sure football fans would not want to miss this one. All of the 120 Football Bowl Subdivision schools are represented in this game. You will get the chance to experience college football for the whole year. The Xbox 360 NCAA Football 10 brings the game close to reality by enhancing the stadiums, audiences and even cheerleaders. This game is all about details to make sure that you experience the game like you are in a real field.
This game is set to release on July 14, 2009, so make sure you take note of this date.
2. Xbox 360 NCAA Football 09: Yhis game was said to have a lot of enhancements as compared to its predecessor. The movements of the characters are not just limited to simple animations but the developers made sure that each movement will be close to the real thing.Therefore, animation is very smooth and you will not be annoyed with awkward movements of the characters.
This game has improved more on the offensive side and the defensive side is still the same with praise-worthy improvements. From the stunts, chants and cheers the presentation in NCAA Football 09 is pretty awesome.
The added new game modes in this game just made it more exciting. The Campus Legend Mode is just a duplicate of the NCAA Football 08 but the Dynasty Mode is much more exciting because of its online game capability.
3. Xbox 360 NCAA Football 08: The Motivation technique is the first and foremost feature that you can notice from this game. This technique allows you to take control on a certain player and help them to be at the top of their game. The animation is much more improved in this game where in you can see the movements of the players done smoothly.
The addition of the Campus Legend made this game one of the best Xbox 360 football games out there. It may have a number of technical and balancing problems, still it deserves a round of applause comparing it to the 07 version.
Now, you have a lot of choices to pick from and each has its own unique feature that makes it more exciting to play.
Are you a big fan of hockey? The the Xbox 360 NHL games are perfect for you. There are a lot of different versions of this game from NHL and to help you choose which is the best one for you here are the latest Xbox 360 NHL games.
1. Xbox 360 NHL 10 is nearing its release and that is scheduled in September 8, 2009. A new battle is included in the Cup Mode which lets you play through out the game even with an injury. The new GM Mode will let you choose amatuer players, increase your experience points and employ staff. The Xbox 360 NHL 10 also lets you tug on your opponents jersey even before the games starts.
2. Xbox 360 NHL 09: The Xbox 360 NHL 08 has already been dubbed as the best hockey game but NHL 09 will not allow itself to be the second-best. If you think that NHL 09 cannot do anything to step up to you are wrong. The game improved moreon its characters, game modes and to its already flawless game controls.
The Be A Pro feature will let you create your own hockey player. There are a lot of options to choose from, more options than you can imagine. If you want take the easiest way then you can choose from the already setup characters.
This game will not let you stay on the ice all the time because that is just not the way it goes. You also need to get out and know when to get back on the ring. If you want your coach to pick you as one of his best players then you need to step up your game.
Now, it is safe to say that Xbox 360 NHL 09 is one of the best hockey games ever.
3. Xbox 360 NHL 08: This game is said to nearly copy a real hockey game. It is not just playing on the ice all the time but also considers everything that is happening inside and outside the ring. A new skating engine and a dynamic AI were created to achieve this goal.
The dynamic AI changes through out the game. If it notices that you are using the same stragety all through out the game then the AI will simply beat you.
A detailed look on your character is also a great addition to the game. The Xbox 360 NHL 08 has definitely nailed down the perfect game play.
So, these are just few and the best Xbox 360 NHL games that you can enjoy over the weekend or overnight with your friends.
The Xbox 360 Olympics: Beijing 2008 deserves a medal for having more or less 40 events with lots of option and a very nice presentation. It may not be close to perfect but Olympic enthusiasts have something to look forward to.
The most important parts of this game are its control mechanics and event rosters. If you are asking what exactly are the sports involved in this game, well, it features almost all track and field events, archery, diving, gymnastics and a lot more.
Now, if your dream is to represent your country in the Olympic games, then this is the way to go. Represent your country and compete at your chosen sport/s. And play at the ten unique stadiums.
In the Olmypic Game modes, you will be able to fix the schedules of your team which includes stamina, agility, power and speed for competing in the different events. Under Competition mode, a maximum of 3 players can compete in the different events.
The Xbox 360 Olympics: Beijing 2008 also includes different gameplay mechanics. One is a time-based system where timing, angle and power is needed. Another gameplay mechanic is the rhythm-based system, that requires maintaining and increasing speed. And the last one is the targeting system which helps you to aim for your target accurately.
You have the power to control every move of your character. This drags you right into where the action is. And just like other games the Xbox 360 Olympics: Beijing 2008 lets you compete online with other nations in different events.
The Xbox 360 Olympics: Beijing 2008 may not have it all but it is certainly one of the must exciting games to play.
The Xbox 360 Fight Night Round 4 is the most awaited Xbox 360 games this year. The Round 3 version is the best-selling boxing game but the Xbox 360 Fight Night Round 4 promised to top it if not be as good as the previous version. This game is packed with new and exciting features.
You will be able to see the meaning of "Sweer Science", the characters/models were greatly developed, an impressive roster, packed with an all-new physics-based gameplay engine and a lot more. Also, Mike Tyson returns to the boxing ring. Xbox 360 Fight Night Round 4 has now stepped into a higher level of video game boxing that will surely knock your socks off.
Features of the Xbox 360 Fight Night Round 4:
Get to enjoy the Sweet Science: This game play engine helps keep the game inside the ring, faster and better. This represents the game in its truest form, even the speed, timing, accuracy and power. You are surely in for a big surprise of your life.
New fighting styles: You can be whatever kind of boxer you want. You can choose to be a brawler, inside fighter, inside puncher and a lot more. Master the fighting style that best suits you and be the king of the ring.
New Legacy Mode: Build up your character by pumping up your record with title belts. Climb up the ladder and show them what you got as an unknown fighter. Dominate several weight classes to become one of the legends.
Greatest-ever Championship Roster: The Xbox 360 Fight Night Round 4 provides you with a wide variety of boxers which will give you the chance to play one of the more than 40 licensed boxers. It features the past and todays best boxers.
You only need to wait for a few days before you can get a hold Xbox 360 Fight Night Round 4 game because this is due to release on June 25, 2009.
Have you been waiting for another Tiger Woods PGA Tour game? Well, the wait is over because Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 has arrived to pump up your golf desires. The PGA 10 has definitely improved in a lot of ways but it is not an evolution from its past version. The developer had clearly added a lot to this game instead of subtracting which resulted to revolutionary game. There are different kidns of game mode but the main jest when it comes to the single-player mode is the My Career mode. Under this mode, the player will be able to create a golfer from scracth, train it and become a PRO.
Aside from improving the game modes, EA has also added additional 7 courses from Banff Springs to Torrey Pines and Bethpage Black. Also the player can pick additional new characters like Rocco Mediate and Anthony Kim. There are also additional game modes that will really put you into gear which are:
- Play Now: which allows you to skip creating your own golfer and just jump into a golf course.
- Golf Party: this feature on the other hand provides you with 10 mini-golf games.
These features can be played by up to four players which is very fun especially when you have friends over. There is also a Game Modes section that provides you different selections of on the real sport of golf. The creators have clearly thought about this Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10. The have gone beyond the player's expectations which is always great.
The online component of the Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 will sure leave you glued to your seats. There is an additional feature called the Live Tournaments. On this mode, you will be able to compete in a daily or weekly basis with other online players. On the other hand, you can also play with the pros and see how close you get to their real scores.
So, what are you waiting for! Grab yourself a copy of the Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 and for sure you will enjoy every moment of it.
Are you bored of only playing with the CPU? Do you want to challenge your friend or other players online but you do not want to pay for subscriptions? Well, in this article you will find out how to get a free play online for Xbox 360 games legally.
So the first thing that you need to do is to get yourself a gaming router. This is a networking device that is best used for games especially when it comes to shooting games or racing games. Then connect this to your computer and check if it successfully recognizes that network device.
Second, visit the www.xbconnect.com website and download the client software. This software will make your Xbox 360 game console believe that the game is being played locally and not online.
Now, enter your favorite Xbox 360 game on your console. XBconnect offers a wide range of games and make sure taht you choose the game your best at. Online players can sometimes be unforgiving especially if the game is played online for free.
Once you have the game on-hand, insert it on your Xbox 360 console. Proceed to the "Looking for Games" menu which is found under Multi-player. Then go to your computer and start the software from XB connect and search for the Xbox 360 device.
And if your console has successfully connected look for a server hosting a game that you like then connect to it. In a few seconds, the server will start the game and it will then appear on your television screen. Now you are ready to for a free play online for Xbox 360.