Xbox One not backwards compatible with Xbox 360 games, discs used for initial installation, fee for second account
In news that no customer wanted to hear,
Aww, well Texas is home for the both of us.
I’m glad you’re reading the Game of Thrones novel — Do you watch the television series? I’ve only watched the 1st season and I fell in love with it. However, I keep pushing the 2nd and 3rd season off; I keep finding new things to watch and it’s honestly one of those television series that is going to be queued up and watched in one go.
Be safe on your trip mmkay?
HALO: THE TELEVISION SERIES ANNOUNCED
During their Xbox One reveal, Microsoft announced that Steven Spielberg is working with 343 Industries to develop a Halo television series which will air on the Xbox One.
While it’s not the movie many have wanted, or the inevitable Halo 5 announcement, it’s an exciting endeavor for the Halo franchise, especially after last years critically acclaimed Forward Unto Dawn series.
No premiere dates were revealed at this time. Look for more information to be revealed at E3.
Microsoft unveils next-gen Xbox One
Microsoft has unveiled Xbox One, the latest video gaming console it believes will “transform games, TV and entertainment for the 21st century living room”.
Xbox One not backwards compatible with Xbox 360 games, discs used for initial installation, fee for second account
In news that no customer wanted to hear,
YOUR XBOX ONE QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
This morning’s Xbox reveal left many questions unanswered, like is it always online, can I play used games on it, etc? Thankfully, Xbox’s Major Nelson put together this handy ‘Q’ and ‘A’:
Q: Does Xbox One require an “always on” Internet connection?
A: No, it does not have to be always connected, but Xbox One does require a connection to the Internet. We’re designing Xbox One to be your all-in-one entertainment system that is connected to the cloud and always ready. We are also designing it so you can play games and watch Blu-ray movies and live TV if you lose your connection.
Q: How do consumers benefit by being connected to the cloud?
A: The cloud makes every experience better and more accessible. Because Xbox One is powered by the cloud:
- Your games have more power available to create new gameplay, persistent worlds, and deeper experiences.
- Your system and games can update automatically, so you shouldn’t have to wait for downloads or updates.
- Your games and entertainment are stored and saved in the cloud, so you can access them anytime, from any Xbox One.*
- Start a game, movie, or TV show on one console and finish exactly where you left off on another.
- You can play multiplayer games with your friends, stream movies or TV shows right away, and enjoy the community and social features of Xbox Live.
- Xbox One can recognize you, log you in and tailor your home screen just for you.
You can discover what your friends are playing, watching and listening to if they choose to share.
These are just a few examples of how customers benefit from our platform being connected to the Internet. It brings the future of TV and games to our consumers—and it’s designed for today and the decade ahead.
* Subject to content geographical restrictions.
Q: When will Xbox One launch and in what markets?
A: Xbox One will launch in markets around the world later this year. We’ll have more to share later.
Q: Can I use my current gamertag on Xbox One and will my Gamerscore and Achievements transfer?
A: Yes. Your current Xbox Live Gamertag will stay with you on Xbox One if you choose to keep it, and your hard-earned Gamerscore and Achievements will indeed carry over from Xbox 360.
Q: Will Xbox One be backward compatible with my existing games?
A: Xbox One hardware is not compatible with Xbox 360 games. We designed Xbox One to play an entirely new generation of games—games that are architected to take full advantage of state-of-the-art processors and the infinite power of the cloud. We care very much about the investment you have made in Xbox 360 and will continue to support it with a pipeline of new games and new apps well into the future.
Q: Will Xbox One allow players to trade in, purchase and play pre-owned games?
A: We are designing Xbox One to enable customers to trade in and resell games. We’ll have more details to share later.
Q: Will my current Xbox Live Gold membership work with Xbox One or will I have to buy a new one?
A: You do not need to buy a new Xbox Live Gold membership. Your current membership will work on both Xbox 360 and Xbox One.
Q: Why require Kinect with every Xbox One?
A: The all new Kinect is now an essential and integrated part of the platform. By having it as a consistent part of every Xbox One, game and entertainment creators can build experiences that assume the availability of voice, gesture and natural sensing, leading to unrivaled ease of use, premium experiences and interactivity for you.
Q: Do I need to have a specific cable or satellite TV provider to watch live TV on Xbox?
A: Our goal is to enable live TV through Xbox One in every way that it is delivered throughout the world, whether that’s television service providers, over the air or over the Internet, or HDMI-in via a set top box (as is the case with many providers in the US). The delivery of TV is complex and we are working through the many technologies and policies around the world to make live TV available where Xbox One is available.
Q: Xbox One is a more powerful product compared to Xbox 360, but does it also use more power?
A: No. By providing multiple power states in Xbox One, we’ve balanced energy efficiency with functionality. We’ve taken a completely different approach to how Xbox One consumes power. It only uses the power it needs at that particular moment for the task at hand.
Freedom Wars for PS Vita
After teasing this as “Panopticon” for the past two weeks, Sony has revealed this original property as Freedom Wars, a 2014 game that looks pretty interesting despite its boring title.
Dubbed a “recovery multiplayer action” game, Freedom Wars looks like more than just another urban/dystopian Monster Hunter clone based on this NeoGAF-translated press release:
“The player is a criminal in a post-apocalyptic near future, sentenced to a million years of hard labor, fighting for his freedom. By completing missions where you rescue civilians and allies who have been captured by huge enemies known as Abductors, you can reduce your sentence. The game supports a maximum of 8 players at a time in both co-op and competitive modes, and supports Adhoc and Wi-Fi Online functions so players all over the country can play together. The game will also support the GPS and Near capabilities of the PS Vita to enhance the gameplay experience.”You can watch the trailer below:
GAMING MINIMALISM
Ari Martínez transforms a few favorite franchises into picturesque prints that are as iconic as the games they represent. He not only invoked memories of when Sonic was fun, but I really love the fact that he included the oldie but goodie Carmageddon in the set.
Suit up for this Splinter Cell: Blacklist co-op trailer
A new trailer for Splinter Cell: Blacklist has been released today, showcasing the co-op mode of the game.
Batman: Arkham Origins: debut full-length trailer
Warner Bros. has released the first trailer for Batman: Arkham Origins, the PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U and PC prequel set in the Arkham Universe.
