Saturday, June 20th, 2009 at 4:12 pm
The Xbox 360 MLB 2k8 is said to have new ideas but with several technical issues. Let us first know the new ideas that came with this game. This game now makes use of five tools that is usually used in baseball which are fielding, new pitching, base running controls and an all new improved batting interface.
Aside from the improved game controls, the Xbox 360 MLB 2k8 also has a very original trading card mode, new Signature Style, extreme Minor League system and many more improvements that will make you want to play with it all day long.
Features of the Xbox 360 MLB 2k8:
1. Swing Stick 2.0 - provides you with different ways to hit the ball.
2. Signature Style - Each player/character has their own moves, walking, batting, stance and many more which brings them to life.
3. Total pitch control - Makes use of the motions on the right analog stick and hit with timing to determine properly the speed, accuracy and type of pitch.
4. Precision throw control - provides you with a lot of throw types and different trajectories which makes use of real physics data and Inside Edge to make throwing look real.
5. Improved base running - provides a simple way of base running and improved AI which is then used as the main key for offensive strategy.
6. Packed Minor Leagues - 90 Minor Leagues are present in Xbox 360 MLB 2k8 games with about 20 Minor League Stadiums.
7. 2K Trading cards - collect them all and have the chance to trade them with other players.
8. Online game - now, you can compete with all games online to become the best baseball player.
9. Announcers - brings back the team up of Jon Miller and Joe Morgan.
Tuesday, May 19th, 2009 at 12:56 am
Xbox 360 UFC 2009 Undisputed was just released today, May 19, 2009. Now you have the chance to step into the Octagon to fight off the best UFC figthers in the world. With the Ultimate Fighting Control you will be able to take control in every fight.
What this game has to offer:
80 UFC fighters: Take your chance with the UFC legends from all over the world. Each game will be officiated by the top referees, comentators and of course those sexy Octagon girls will be there too.
Models are close to the real thing: This will make your fighting experience more realistic. Everything and everyone in Xbox 360 UFC 2009 Undisputed will look like the real thing. Even the smallest details such as sweat and the effect of each kick and punch can be seen in clarity.
Ultimate Fighting Control: A new fighting game engine was designed for the Xbox 360 UFC 2009 Undisputed that will surely give you the upperhand on each fight.
Different Fighting Styles: Take down your opponent using a combination of different MMA disciplines.
Creating your own fighter: Of course, you will not fulfill your dreams in the world of UFC if you do not have your own fighter. Create it the way you want it to be and train in the Octagon with the top UFC trainers.
Career Mode: This is where the fame all starts. Fight your way to the UFC Hall of Fame.
With these things on hand, for sure you will have your hands full. You can check out a demo version of the Xbox 360 UFC 2009 Undisputed at www.Xbox.com.
Monday, May 18th, 2009 at 11:47 pm
Back in the days, snowboarding games were just merely hitting the right trick but now Xbox 360 Stoked has given a new meaning to snowboarding video games. This game does not give you all the tricks you need to know but gives you the chance to experience real snowboarding. It is not about the tricks but the mountains and routes that you need to take on. You are presented with several mountains which gives you that adrenaline rush once you ride your board. Several helicopters and pilots are also at your disposal and this depends on which country or region you choose.
Some find the game boring at the start but as the game progresses it builds to a more challenging and exciting game. You will start of as an amateur player just riding the slopes. There are 3 mountains that will be presented to you at the start of the game. As you finish these runs, 5 additional slopes will be unlocked having 10 challenges for each run. This will surely keep you busy.
There are a lot of challenges that needs to be passed and once you have passed all the introductory challenges more will be unlocked. This might put off some gamers because they have to play for hours but once new challenges arise, you will surely appreciate what Xbox 360 Stoked is all about.
You will surely bump into minor mishaps as you go deep into the game but this is way better than other snowboarding games out there. Overall, the movements are tight like hopping on your board, leaping and more exciting games online. Xbox 360 Stoked will surely give you the adrenaline rush you are looking for.
Monday, May 18th, 2009 at 10:54 pm
A new Xbox 360 skateboarding game for the Tony Hawk series will be released this year's holiday. The Xbox 360 Tony Hawk Ride website just recently went online giving a preview of what we are going to expect with this new game. It was confirmed that the game will be using a wireless skateboard peripheral to play the game. Just like in Wii where in there are peripherals used but this one looks really like a skateboard only without the wheels (as shown in the image below).
Isn't that a sweet ride! As you can see the buttons are on the side. How to use the buttons? Well, you just have to sit tight and wait for more updates on the Xbox 360 Tony Hawk Ride. More information will be coming on June 2, 2009 which is the start of the 2009 Electronic Entertainment Expo.
Monday, May 18th, 2009 at 8:28 am
Every gamer is always waiting for the newest released Xbox 360 games. We are generous enough to provide you with the list. This list of games is composed of those that were released this month of May year 2009 that will surely get your full attention.
1. Xbox 360 X-men Origins: Wolverine: This game goes beyond the story line. You will expect more action and the game is set in several local areas. Be ready to bring out your animal instinct.
2. Xbox 360 Zombie Wranglers: The Potters Field city from the invading zombies. Get the chance to play one of the best Wranglers in the city using special weapons and abilities to fight off the zombies.
3. Xbox 360 Sacred 2: Fallen Angel: Just like the first Sacred video game, you will assume a character and take on quests to be able to level-up and gain experience. This time more weapons and spells awaits you.
4. Xbox 360 Star Trek D-A-C: This is a fast paced game where in the player will assume the role of the captain of the ship. This is an intense multi-player online game, be prepared to lead your ship to victory.
5. Xbox 360 UFC 2009 Undisputed: This is obviously an extreme and intense combat game that will show the details of fighting in UFC.
6. Xbox 360 Damnation: This is an action-packed shooting game taking you to different places to take on field combats. Dramatic and intense vehicle stunts are also involved in this game.
These are just a few of the games that were recently released but these are the ones that will surely stand out in the open.
Monday, May 18th, 2009 at 7:46 am
Of course when there are top contenders there are also those Xbox 360 games who failed to impress. Here are the list of the Xbox 360 sports games that were not able to get a passable score or at least were rated 5 and below.
1. Xbox 360 MLB 2K9: It is a shame that the newest of the Xbox 360 baseball game was not able to keep up with its older brothers. What made this game fail is that there are several control issues that really gives you a headache. You cannot complete an entire game without encountering control problems.
2. Xbox 360 NBA Ballers: Chosen One: The gameplay is just boring, you are not give much option to choose from. To add to that the controls of this game are very hard to figure out.
3. Xbox 360 NFL Tour: This Xbox 360 football game has a very few game modes which gives you limited options. And the defense is not err really a defense.
4. Xbox 360 3D Ultra Minigolf Adventures: The golf ball just goes just about anywhere in short no proper control on the direction of the ball. You can just sleep waiting for the next event to happen. This Xbox 360 mini-golf game is just not great for video games.
5. Xbox 360 Legends of Wrestlemania: There are only a few Xbox 360 wrestling video games up to par but this is not one of them. This game exaggerates the looks of the wrestlers and is pretty dull and repetitive.
6. Xbox 360 Pimp My Ride: This Xbox 360 street racing game is composed of minigames that is repeated over and over again which makes the game a total waste. Driving the cars are very sloppy and dull voice overs.
7. Xbox 360 Shaun White Snowboarding: This game only offers 4 mountains and 4 of them are not real. The crashes are way too fake and the speed is just depressing.
So here are the list for the failed Xbox 360 games and to remind everyone that these are just out personal review. If you still have other games in mind, feel free to leave a comment.
Monday, May 18th, 2009 at 5:14 am
Baseball is one of the most popular sports in America which is why Xbox 360 baseball games happened. We know that you are a big fan of this sport that is why we are going to help you figure out the best baseball video games ever. We have come up with the top 3 Xbox 360 baseball games and we hope that you like them too.
Top 1: Xbox 360 The Bigs
If you want a game where in you do not need to go to the help menu to figure out how to play the game then the Xbox 360 The Bigs is the right game for you. This game is pretty straight-forward and you will not waste your time figuring out which is which. With easy-to-figure out controls, the game also presents you with a very satisfying hitting and pitching features. The addition of the Homerun Pinball minigame is a fun feature of the game.
The only bad thing about the Xbox 360 The Bigs game is that the game is not challenging enough and the controls for the fielding are not that good.
Top 2: Xbox 360 MLB 2K7
The improvement implemented on the Xbox 360 2K7 makes it a contender on our top list. The game has improved in a lot ways when compared to MLB 2K6. To begin with, the presentation is outstanding. The models or characters now are more realistic and when you view them up-close you will not spot any imperfection. The new interface of the franchise is a great improvement. And of course the gameplay must not be forgotten which has greatly improved from the previous version. You have the option to train to become an excellent player or you also have the shortcut option.
And now the worst part is knowing the game's flaws. There are minor mishaps that happens during the game like unwanted movements. Frame rate is not that good and online play can be boring because the game constantly slows down. Pitching speed and location are hard to determine.
Top 3: Xbox 360 MLB 2K6
This is the first baseball video game to have a superb pitching and hitting interfaces. You will not have a hard time throwing your pitch with the simple controls integrated in it. The crisp graphics and flawless animation makes the Xbox 360 MLB 2K6 more enjoyable. It may be a minor compliment but the game crowds are the best-looking crowd ever seen on baseball video games. The stats of Inside Edge are properly integrated in the gameplay.
What makes the Xbox 360 MLB 2K6 number 3 on our list? The annoying AI bugs, cut-aways and replays are not that often played, the general presentation of the game is not that interesting and there are no online broadcast transitions.
