The next-generation Xbox–which comes in a variety of codenames such as Xbox 720 and Xbox Loop–will have six times the processing power of the Xbox 360, according to sources with knowledge about the project.
These sources add that mass production of the console’s GPU will begin by the end of 2012. The graphics processor will be based on the AMD 6000 series, specifically the Radeon HD 6670 that com… Read More » 

Microsoft has just launched its latest update to Xbox 360, which would give the gaming console a new Metro user interface. The Metro UI would convert the Xbox from an ordinary gaming console into a home media center.
Although Xbox 360 has allowed users to download video and music content as well as stream content from their PCs, the new Metro update would enable them to find pieces of content in more sources. Con… Read More » 

The rumor mill is churning once again. This time, word has been spreading about the sequel of Xbox 360, which has been speculated to come in two models. The first version is a pared-down set-top box that targets casual gamers, while the other model would be a bit heftier in specs and will be geared towards hardcore gamers.
Either way, the two versions of Xbox 360–which have been codenamed “Xbox 720… Read More » 

While the second-generation Xbox 360 is immensely popular, there is one common complaint among gamers: They are stuck with the usual 250GB hard drive, while the limited-edition versions of the console come with 320GB of storage space. Boy, are you in for a treat!
Representatives of Xbox 360 have announced a new stand-along 320GB HDD for the console, which is set to be available in November. It is priced at $130,… Read More » 

If you have been geeking about Star Wars for more than half of your life, collecting Star Wars-themed items may be your thing. But apart from sipping on your Darth Vader mug or sleeping on your Luke Skywalker bed, there are a few Star Wars collectible that can be considered worth the purchase, both for hardcore and casual fans alike.
Microsoft collaborated with LucasArts to come up with the Kinect Star Wars Limite… Read More » 

Dennis Durkin (pictured), COO and CFO of Microsoft’s Interactive Entertainment Business (the maker of Xbox 360), expresses that the company will not be making any dedicated handheld gaming device. In an interview with Industry Gamers, he explains that the mobile gaming market is too crowded, making it extremely difficult to successfully launch Microsoft’s own handheld gaming device.
Durkin even compare… Read More » 

There are certain games that using an ordinary game controller won’t just cut it. For example, racing games played on your Xbox 360 would certainly be more enjoyable using a steering wheel controller rather than the usual controller for other games. And just recently, Microsoft has announced a new official steering wheel for the Xbox 360. This time, this special controller is going wireless.
The new Microsoft… Read More » 

The games being offered on Kinect may have been teased as nothing but a bunch of virtual parlor games, but at this year’s E3 presentation, Microsoft unveils a new line of games for Kinect intended for hardcore gamers… and we mean Star Wars hardcore.
First in line is Star Wars Kinect, which actually debuted during last year’s E3, but this time Microsoft asures the press that the game will finally b… Read More » 

Microsoft has unveiled updates to the Xbox 360 that adds new features such as linking the user’s PayPal account to the gaming console (at least in some countries) and a tweaked standby mode.
Apart from the update, which will arrive in two weeks, Microsoft has revealed they received complaints from a lot of gamers claiming the recent firmware update for the Xbox 360, which supposed to add support for the new e… Read More » 

The Guinness World Records has awarded Microsoft Kinect the distinction for being the fastest-selling consumer device of all time. This comes after over 10 million units of this motion-sensing gaming add-on for Xbox 360 were sold since its launch last November 2010.
The guys on Guinness World Records has also emphasized that Kinect has edged out both the iPhone and iPad to earn the title.
Microsoft has also sold o… Read More » 

A job vacancy announcement from Microsoft is posted on social networking site LinkedIn, hinting on a possible development of a new Xbox gaming console. Microsoft is looking for qualified people to fill several positions related to “next-generation console architectures from conception through implementation.”
The particular positions are for graphics hardware architect, senior architect and performance… Read More » 

How many swimmers can say that a video game is made after them? So far, only one.
Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps will be having his own video game entitled “Push the Limit,” which makes use of the Kinect for Xbox 360 instead of a swimming pool. In theory, the game is supposed to teach players proper swimming strokes and join swimming competitions. The better stroke technique you make, the faste… Read More » 

Miss playing old-school Sega Dreamcast games? Sega lets you relive the great early days of 3D gaming (using the video game console many say was ahead of its time) with the Dreamcast Collection, which can be played on the Xbox 360 and PC. The collection includes Sonic Adventure, Crazy Taxi, Space Channel 5: Part 2, and Sega Bass Fishing.
Sega adds that the graphics of the games have been enhanced for both the 360 … Read More » 

For PC gamers, it can be challenging to try and play video games on popular gaming consoles like the Xbox 360. One of the reasons may be the vast difference in the game controllers in terms of the configurations used. While PC gamers are accustomed to using the PC mouse and keyboard, gaming consoles usually have their own game controllers with a different control configuration. It is a good thing that there is a d… Read More »