XBox Games: Most Popular Articles

Top 10 Xbox 360 Games
The Xbox 360 has a nice library of really great games, and we pick out the ten best for you right here.

360 Gamerscore Boosting Tips
One of the best things about the Xbox 360 is the achievements that are built into every game. They give you a little extra motivation to play a game longer than you would have in the past in order to add a few points to your gamerscore. I know, I know, your gamerscore is meaningless, but there is nothing quite as satisfying as playing a game and hearing the little sound effect and the “Achievement Unlocked” window pops up. Here is a list of the best and worst games for improving your score.

Top Ten Best Xbox Games
Check out our picks for the ten best Xbox games available for the Xbox.

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Gears of War Poster

Top 10 X360 Local Multi Games
This list covers the best local multiplayer (not Xbox Live) games on the Xbox 360. Both competitive and co-op games are included.

NFS Most Wanted Sndtrack News
EA has finally revealed the track listing for the Need for Speed Most Wanted soundtrack and it looks pretty good. Find out all of the details right here.

NFSU2 Soundtrack
Electronic Arts revealed the soundtrack for NFSU2 and it looks pretty good. The game will also include an exclusive song by Snoop Dogg. For the full list, check our our full news article.

Xbox 360 Xbox Live Price Info
Microsoft has revealed the prices and packages that will be available for Xbox Live on the Xbox 360. Find out all of the details right here.

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Gears of War Wallpaper

Top 10 XBLA Games (X360)
The Xbox Live Arcade is one of the best features of the Xbox 360. Lets take a look at some of the best games available for download right now.

Top Ten Xbox Driving Games
Here is our list of the must-have driving games on Xbox.

Backwards Compatability FAQ
The Xbox 360 is backwards compatable with certain original Xbox games. Read on for details.

Xbox 360 Pics
Despite Microsoft's best efforts to try and debut the next Xbox on their own terms, it was only a matter of time before pics started trickling out onto the internet. The final design of the Xbox 360 system and controller has been revealed and it is looking hot.

Top 10 Xbox Co-Op Games
Co-op is hands down the best way to play games and the Xbox has a ton of games both on and offline that let you work cooperatively with your friends. Here are our picks for the ten best co-op games on Xbox.

Top Ten Kid Games
Here are our picks for the top ten Xbox games for kids.

NFS: Carbon Soundtrack List
EA has announced the full soundtrack list for Need for Speed Carbon. The game is scheduled to ship on November 1st, 2006.

GTA IV Review (X360)
Easily one of the most anticipated games ever, Grand Theft Auto IV is finally out and is selling by the boatloads. Has it been worth the long wait and massive amounts of hype? Yes and no. It is certainly a huge game with tons of insanely cool little touches and tidbits that tickle gamers in all of the right places. But in terms of gameplay and graphics and storytelling, it all feels awfully familiar. Find out our final verdict on GTA IV right here in our full review.

NBA Live 08 vs. NBA 2K8
The 2007-2008 NBA season is nearly upon us and what better way is there to celebrate than to play some good ol’ basketball on the Xbox 360. We ran EA’s NBA Live 08 and 2K’s NBA 2K8 side-by-side on two HDTVs and two Xbox 360s to determine once and for all which game reigns supreme. We cover everything you want to know about the two games right here.

Ten Best Looking Xbox360 Games
High-Definition gaming is here, and it is absolutely beautiful. Going hi-def is kind of expensive, though, so in this list we take a look at the ten games that best show off the capabilities of the Xbox 360 and should help justify that expensive new HDTV to your mom or wife or significant other. This isn’t a list of exclusive games; just the best looking games overall.

Xbox 360 Features List
Here are some of the features you can expect with the Xbox 360.

Top 10 Xbox 360 Games of 2007
2007 was a crazy year for the Xbox 360. There were tons of great games scattered all throughout the year in a number of genres. We have our picks for our Top Ten Xbox 360 Games of 2007 right here.

Xbox 360 Repair Timeline
Brand new electronics are buggy and it takes the companies behind them a while to work everything out. The Xbox 360 is no exception. Luckily for all of us, Microsoft's support and repair center does a pretty good job of making the process of getting your 360 repaired as quick and painless as possible. Find out the details of our breakdown as well as what happens when you have to call 1-800-4MY-Xbox for repairs.

Top Ten Overlooked Xbox 360 Ga
There are a lot of great games out there that get overlooked for one reason or another. Whether it is because they are hard to find, got bad reviews, or just came out at a bad time of year, there are a lot of hidden gems out there that deserve to be played. Here is our list, in no particular order, of the ten best Xbox 360 games you probably haven't played.

Xbox 360 Specs
Hot off the presses directly from Microsoft, these are the official specs for the Xbox 360.

Burnout Revenge Song List
Electronic Arts today revealed the full track list for the Burnout Revenge soundtrack. Find out all of the details right here.

Top 10 Best Looking Xbox Games
The Xbox was the graphical powerhouse of the last generation so we take a look at some of the best looking games available for the system.

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Gears of War screen 2

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Prey screen 2

Ten Worst Xbox 360 Games
The Xbox 360 has been out for more than two years now, and while there have been a lot of great games released in that time, the 360 has seen its fair share of bad games as well. There isn't quite anything as epically terrible as Drake of the 99 Dragons or Aquaman like we saw on the original Xbox, but there are plenty of stinkers that could reach those heights of fame and misfortune. Check out our full list of the Ten Worst Xbox 360 Games right here.

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Gears of War screen 6

Top Ten Xbox Shooting Games
Xbox is the best platform for shooters this generation thanks to amazing graphical power and a great controller. Both first and third-person shooters shine on Xbox and these are the best of the best.

Xbox 360 Buyer's Guide
When you are going to spend your hard earned cash on a new game console, it is usually a good idea to do your homework first so you know exactly what you are getting yourself into. We have a full buyer's guide for the Xbox 360 that should tell you everything you need to know.

Xbox 360 BC List
There are currently more than 400 Xbox games compatibile with the Xbox 360. This list shows every BC game available. Our receommended titles have been listed in bold.

Top Ten Xbox Live Games (Xbox)
There are a lot of Xbox Live enabled games to choose from, but these are our picks for the best of the best. Check it out.

Xbox 360 Hookup to TV Guide
If you need some help connecting your new Xbox 360 to your TV, this step by step guide should help you out.

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Gears of War screen 5

2008 Xbox 360 Game Hype List
Typically, the Winter and Spring seasons are a slow time for the videogame industry. Not in 2008. The sheer number of high profile titles that got pushed from Fall 07 to Winter/Spring 08 is amazing. Sorry folks, your wallet won’t get a break. We take a look at all of the games that we know about coming in 2008 in our 2008 Xbox 360 Games Hype List.

Xbox 360 Wireless Netwrk Info
We aren't living in the stone age anymore, so dump that wired broadband connection and connect your Xbox 360 to Xbox Live wirelessly. There are quite a few different ways to go about it, and we cover them right here.

GTA IV - Xbox 360 vs. PS3
A hot topic these days is which version of GTA IV is better? PS3 or Xbox 360. I happen to have both versions of the game, running side-by-side, and I came to a few conclusions. After spending extensive time (several hours) with each version, here are my thoughts.

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Gears of War Concept Art 3

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Gears of War Concept Art 4

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Gears of War Concept Art 1

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Rainbow Six Vegas screen 2

Halo Book Reviews
The Halo universe is big and complex and it is hard to piece everything together if the videogames are the only things you have to go by. Filling in the gaps is a series of official books written by Eric Nylund and approved by Microsoft and Bungie. The three part series details what happened before, during, and after the first Halo game and leads right up to the events of Halo 2. These are must read books fof Halo fans.

Forza 2 Tips and Tricks
Forza 2 is a huge game that can be a bit overwhelming for people, but with a few easy tips and tricks to guide you along, it can be a very satisfying and rewarding experience for anyone. We take a look at custom paintjobs, tuning, upgrading your car, driving styles, using assists, and auction house etiquette right here. These are just general tips and don’t go too in depth, but they should be able to help you.

Tony Hawk Project 8 Music List
The Tony Hawk series has always been known for having a killer soundtrack, and Project 8 looks to keep that streak alive. Here is the full soundtrack list for Tony Hawk's Project 8.

Top Eight X360 Kids Games
Finding games for kids that have the right balance of difficulty and fun factor can be a challenge. It is also important to find games that you can play with your kids either in co-op, light hearted competition, or by taking turns and passing the controller back and forth. We have put together our list of recommended kids games on the Xbox 360. We tried to avoid most licensed games because they are generally terrible, and wanted to focus just on good games for the whole family.

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Gears of War Concept Art 2

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Gears of War screen 3

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Gears of War screen 1

THAW Soundtrack List
Activision has revealed the full song list for the Tony Hawk's American Wasteland soundtrack and it looks like another classic. Find out all of the details right here.

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Gears of War screen 4

360 Play and Charge Kit Review
If you have an Xbox 360 wireless controller, you pretty much need a Play and Charge Kit. Find out what it is, what it does, and why you need it right here in our full review.

Rock Band Drum Covers SBS
The Rock Band drums are amazingly fun to play, but there is no denying that they are incredibly loud and obnoxious for just about everyone else around you. There are a lot of custom drum covers out on the internet, and even some retail products some companies are selling to quiet your drums. But I have a better idea. Lets use 10 cents worth of paper towels and duct tape instead. It isn't pretty, but it is sure effective.

BioShock Review (X360)
BioShock is a great game. It is the best game that the Xbox brand, not just the Xbox 360, has ever seen, and will likely go down as one of the best games ever on any system. It is one of those rare games that combines not only amazingly polished graphics and sound, but very solid, deep, complex gameplay, a great story, and an overall feeling of immersion that sucks you in and keeps you playing that few other titles can match. BioShock is a must play game for Xbox 360 owners.

Top Ten Horror Games on Xbox
Horror games give us the best scares from horror movies along with the feeling that we are (or at least think we are) in control of the situation. There are a lot of great horror games on the Xbox and these are our picks for the ten best.

Top 8 Star Wars Games on Xbox
There have been a lot of Star Wars games created over the years and the Xbox has seen more than its fair share of them. This is a list of the eight best Star Wars games on the Xbox.

What is Xbox Live Silver?
If you don't want to pay for Xbox Live you aren't completely missing out. The free Xbox Live Silver service still has a lot to offer. Find out all about it right here.

Xbox 360 Demo List
Another great feature of the Xbox 360 is that you can download game demos to your hard drive through the Xbox Live Marketplace to see if you like the game before you buy it. Here is the full list of game demos available right now.

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Test Drive Unlimited screen 1

Top Ten Xbox Sports Games
Sports games are well represented on the Xbox, but not all of them are good. This list showcases the best game for each sport so if you are looking for a new football, basketball, soccer, or hockey game look here.

Microcon Controller Rev (X360)
In the old days, third party peripherals were a bit of a joke due to their poor construction, questionable performance, and cheap feel that made them only suitable for friends you didn’t really like. Now, though, third party peripherals are just as good, and in many ways better, than the more expensive first party accessories. The Xbox 360 Microcon controller from Mad Catz continues this dramatic uptrend in quality. If you’re looking for a new controller, the Microcon is worth checking out.

Playboy: The Mansion Review
Be Hef and live the life of a Playboy. Find out whether this "M" rated lifestyle simulator is worth your time in our full review. Please note: This game is rated "M" for Mature and features nudity, sexual content, and use of alcohol. It is not intended for audiences under the age of 17.

20GB to 120GB HD Transfer Info
Whether you upgrade to the Elite from the Premium or simply buy the 120GB HDD separately, transferring your data from the small one to the bigger one is easy. Find out all about it right here.

GTA: SA Review
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is finally on the Xbox and the wait has definitely been worth it. This is one of the biggest games ever and every single aspect has been polished until it is nearly perfect. Find out all about it right here.

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Halo 3 Logo

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Intec Xbox 360 Vertical Stand

Adaptec GameBridge Review
Ever wanted an easy way to take screenshots or record videos of your favorite games? There are a few ways to do it, but the hardware required usually costs a lot and the software isn’t the most stable you’ll find. Enter the Adaptec GameBridge 1400, a tiny little device that lets you hook any game console into your computer. It isn’t perfect, but for the performance you’ll get and the price you’ll pay, it is worth checking out.

WWE SmackDown 2008 Rev (X360)
Easily the most wanted feature for any Xbox 360 wrestling game is being able to use your own music for wrestler entrances. Even if there are flaws elsewhere in the game, being able to bring your custom character out to any music you please is a selling point all by itself. WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 satisfies both of those conditions. It is flawed and the series overall is in desperate need of an update, but custom soundtracks make it worth a look anyway. Find out more right here.

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Halo 3 Icon

How to Take Care of Your Games
Ever wanted to buy a used game at EB or GameStop, but it is either dirty and disgusting or the case and instructions are missing? Don’t let this happen to you or anyone else ever again. If everyone learned how to take care of their games better, the world would be a happier place. And it all begins by following the tips right here in this article.

Xbox 360 2007 Game Hype List
If you thought 2006 was a good year for the Xbox 360, take a look at what is coming for 2007. We break down what we already know about as well as what could potentially come out in 2007. The best part about this glimpse into the future is that we have more than 70 games on this list, but there are still a ton of games that will be announced in ’07 that we don’t even know about yet. If this doesn’t get you pumped for the Xbox 360, I don’t know what will.

DDR Ultramix 3 Song List
Konami has revealed the song list for DDR Ultramix 3 and it looks to be the best Ultramix yet. Find out all of the details right here.

XBox Games - TopPicks
An index of TopPicks for the XBox Games guide site.

THUG 2 Music List
The music in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater games has always been top notch, and the soundtrack for THUG 2 looks to continue that trend. Full list inside.

Xbox 360 DVD FAQ
Just like the original Xbox, the 360 can play DVDs. Find out the details right here.

Xbox 360 Customization FAQ
You can change the look of the Xbox 360 to match your own style in a few different ways. Find out how here.

Rock Band Soundtrack and News
Rock Band is going to be awesome. You can probably pencil it in as Game of the Year 2007 right now. Sure, BioShock, Halo 3, Mass Effect, Assassin’s Creed, and all the rest will be amazing, but I’m looking forward to Rock Band more than any of them. I have always been a music/rhythm game junkie, and Rock Band looks to deliver everything I have always wanted and more. What makes it so good? Find out right here.

NHL 2K8 vs. NHL 08 (X360)
Which 2008 Xbox 360 hockey game reigns supreme, EA’s NHL 08 or 2K’s NHL 2K8? We actually ran the games side-by-side on two HDTVs and two Xbox 360s in order to really compare them feature for feature and mode for mode. Find out which one has the best graphics, sound, gameplay, and is the best overall right here.

Best Xbox 360 Games of 2006
2006 was a fantastic year for the Xbox 360. Lots of games were released and, more importantly, lots of good-to-great level games were released. Picking the ten best for this list was quite a challenge to say the least. Here are our picks of the Top 10 Xbox 360 Games of 2006.

Xbox 360 Screenshots
This is a shot from the latest Need for Speed game from EA, Need for Speed: Most Wanted.

Dead Rising Review (X360)
Recommending Dead Rising is easy based on your reaction to the following statement: All you do in Dead Rising is run around a mall and kill thousands of zombies in hundreds of different ways. If you first thought is “Wow, that will get repetitive after a while”, you should probably rent it. If, however, your first thought is “That is everything I ever dreamed of and wished for in a zombie game”, then Dead Rising is worth a purchase. It really is as simple as that.

What is a Gamerscore?
Achievements and the associated points that make up your gamerscore are some of the coolest things that make the Xbox 360 special. Click here for all of the details.

MC2 Wheel Review
If you are a real racing fan, you owe it to yourself to play racing games with a steering wheel because it really does make everything more fun. A great wheel to consider is the MC2 Universal Wheel from Mad Catz. Read our full review for more.

VD-Z3 Review
The VDigi VD-Z3 is a device that allows you to hook your Xbox, PS2, GameCube, digital cable box, or progressive scan DVD player into your PC monitor. This gives you HDTV quality visuals for a fraction of the price. Read our full review to find out more.

Top 10 Xbox Games of 2005
The Xbox saw the release of a lot of great games in 2005. Here are our picks (in no specific order) for the ten best.

Gaming on a Budget #1 - Buying
Getting all of the games you want is expensive. Unless, of course, you know where to look. Everything you need to know about how to get the most out of your gaming dollar is here.

GTA: SA Hot Coffee News
Code was recently uncovered in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas that unlocks a sex minigame. Politicians have been in an uproar ever since and the game has been slapped with an "AO" (Adults Only) rating from the ESRB. Find out all of the details right here as well as our thoughts on why this isn't as big of a deal as some would like you to believe.

Xbox 360 BC Analysis
Ever since launch, the backward compatibility of the Xbox 360 has been under scrutiny for not working well enough and not having enough games that worked. We break down the criticisms right here.

Bully: SE Review (X360)
At first glance, Bully seems a lot like “Grand Theft Auto: The High School Years”, but once you dig a little deeper you find out that it is much more than that. Bully is wickedly funny, offers a surprising variety in the gameplay, and is simply one of the most enjoyable games to come around in quite some time. Bully: Scholarship Edition adds a few new tricks to everything that made the PS2 original great, and even though there are still some kinks to work out, it is worth picking up.

Mass Effect Review (X360)
BioWare’s latest RPG epic is finally upon us, but has Mass Effect been worth the wait? Short answer: Yes. Long answer: Yeeeesssss. Not only does it look and sound incredible, but it also has a great story and offers some of the best role playing elements of any game yet. The combat isn’t quite on the same level of quality as other aspects of the game, but it is still plenty good enough to make Mass Effect one of the best games on the Xbox 360. Find out all about it right here.

Ear Force X3 Headphones Review
Never ones to follow that old motto “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, Turtle Beach has put together a new set of wireless gaming headphones that improves on the already great Ear Force X2’s in pretty much every way. The new Ear Force X3 headphones sound great and add in a ton of new features that will make you wonder how you ever lived without them before. They have a MSRP of $99.95, but the Ear Force X3 headphones are worth every penny.

Dead Rising Save System Hints
Dead Rising has been out for a while and it seems most people like it, but an issue that keeps popping up on message boards is the supposed inadequacies of the save system. I’ll try and clear things up in this full article.

Assassin's Creed Review (X360)
Assassin’s Creed is one of the most intriguing, fresh, fun, and absolutely impressive games to come to the Xbox 360. The presentation is stunning and the gameplay will hook you and not let you go for hours at a time. It is not a perfect game by any means, but when you take your time to really experience everything the game has to offer rather than rushing through it, the flaws fade and the strengths shine even brighter. Assassin’s Creed is a great game that is among the very best of 2007.

What Are Microsoft Points?
Microsoft Points are the currency of the Xbox Live Marketplace. Find out all of the details right here.

Top Ten Worst Xbox Games
The Xbox has a lot of great games, but there are some pretty horrible ones out there as well. These are some of the worst of the worst.

MC2 360 Wheel Review (X360)
Mad Catz has brought their MC2 wheel to the Xbox 360 and the result is just as good as the MC2 Universal wheel I reviewed back in 2004. It is looking like the Xbox 360 is going to be the king of racing games just like the Xbox was last gen and it is absolutely worth it to have a steering wheel if you are serious about racing. The MC2 360 performs great, is comfortable to use, and won’t put too big of a dent in your wallet. What more could you ask for?

Speedster 3 Wheel Review
Playing racing games with a wheel is one of the most exciting and satisfying ways to play games that I can think of. When you play with a high-end wheel like the Fanatec Speedster 3, the experience gets even that much better. This is hands down the best wheel you can get for the Xbox. It is a bit expensive, but the nearly perfect design and performance make the $150 price tag much easier to swallow. Read all about it right here.

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Hitman Blood Money screen 1

Hori EX2 Xbox 360 Arcade Stick
The Xbox 360 is an arcade game fans’ dream. We have the Xbox Live Arcade, filled with classic arcade titles alongside some brand new ones. We have a growing list of backward compatible games, including a lot of fighters. And we have Dead or Alive 4 already with Virtua Fighter 5 and Soul Calibur IV on the horizon. To really get the most out of these games, you need an arcade stick, and Hori’s EX2 is just what the doctor ordered. Find out more right here.

Xbox 360 Xbox Live Details
Xbox Live on Xbox 360 is going to be something special and we have all of the official details straight from Microsoft right here.

Call of Duty 4 Review (X360)
So long World War II. Hello modern warfare! Call of Duty has made the leap from the heroics of the greatest generation to a horrifying vision of the future in CoD4, and the results are pretty darn spectacular. The single-player campaign is filled with tight gameplay and great moments you’ll want to play again and again, and the multiplayer is some of the deepest and most satisfying around. Call of Duty 4 is a great game that is highly recommended.

Why You Can Safely Buy A 360
This is a question I see in e-mails and in forums all around the Internet. “Should I get an Xbox 360 now or wait for (rumored feature X) to come out?” Yes. Buy one. You won’t regret it. In this article, we take a look at some of the rumors and speculation and try to ease your mind about the Xbox 360.

Xbox 360 Peripheral Pics
The Xbox 360 is a gorgeous looking console, but the peripherals are pretty slick looking too. Take a look at the camera, headset, memory unit, controller, and remote right here.

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Marvel vs Capcom 2 GameBridge test

Final Fantasy XI 360 Info
Final Fantasy XI is now out for the Xbox 360 much to the delight of massively-multiplayer-online-role-playing-game fans everywhere. It features a huge world to explore and hundreds of hours of gameplay to share with all of your online buddies. MMORPG’s aren’t for everyone, though, and there are quite a few things to consider before you dive into the world of Vana'diel.

Halo 3 Review (X360)
Halo 3 is the best Halo yet and one of the best games available on the Xbox 360. Every single aspect of the game is polished to near-perfection from the presentation to the campaign to the multiplayer, Halo 3 does everything amazingly well and adds in a bunch of new bells and whistles to really put it all over the top. And above all else, Halo 3 is one of the absolute best values in the industry. You will be playing this for months and likely years to come. Find out all about it right here.

Videogame Motion Sickness FAQ
Getting motion sickness while playing video games affects a lot of people, yet it seems almost like a taboo to talk about among gamers because you might not be seen as “hardcore” since you can’t play certain things. I’m here to change that. Gears of War makes me want to puke, and I want everyone to know! In this article, I share some of my personal experiences with what games make me sick, what game mechanics cause the problem, and what you can do if you also suffer from motion sickness.

Game System Storage and Care
Setting up your new game console in the right place can mean the difference between years of gaming or constant breakdowns. New game systems such as the Xbox 360 and PS3 produce a lot of heat, and heat and electronics don’t mix particularly well. Here are some tips on how to keep your game system running smooth in the long term.

True Crime: NY Song List
Activision announced today the official track listing for True Crime: Streets of New York. Find out all of the details right here.

31 Days of Horror Archives
Our monthlong feature in October covers the best currently released and upcoming horror-themed games for the Xbox and Xbox 360. In this archive you will find links to each of the 31 blog posts.

What Is Xbox Live Gold?
There are two versions of Xbox Live on the Xbox 360. This FAQ has details on the Gold level of service.

What Is Xbox Live?
Xbox Live is Microsoft's online service for the Xbox and Xbox 360. Find out what it is and what it does right here.

Logitech Play Link Review
The Logitech Play Link is a nifty little setup that allows you to wirelessly connect any broadband device to your broadband internet. There is no complicated set up - just plug it in and play - and it works absolutely perfectly. It is simple, relatively inexpensive, and performs just like it should. Read our full review for all of the details on why you need one right here.

NFSU2 Review
EA takes the Need for Speed series to the underground once again and the result is another great street racer. Read our full review for more.

Xbox Screenshots
Here is a shot of Far Cry: Instincts.

What is Xbox?
Just what is this fancy Xbox thing everyone is talking about? Find out what it is, what makes it so great, where to buy it, and more in this article.

KR Song List
Konami today announced the official song list for the Xbox version of Karaoke Revolution. It features 40 songs from the PS2 version along with an additional 10 Motown classics that are exclusive to Xbox. For full details, read our full news article.

What Is Xbox 360 Elite System?
Microsoft has announced a new version of the Xbox 360 system. What does the Elite have that the Premium and Core don't? Find out right here.

Carcassonne Review (XBLA)
Another classic European board game takes a stab at Xbox Live Arcade glory this week, and Carcassonne, like Catan before it, is an amazingly fun game that works perfectly on the XBLA. Carcassonne actually bests Catan in a few key ways, such as having a faster paced game and local multiplayer, to make it stand as easily the best of the two. Whether you already love the game or have never played it before, Carcassonne is absolutely worth checking out.

Ultimate MK3 Review (XBLA)
Back in the mid 1990's, the debate among fighting game fans was Street Fighter vs. Mortal Kombat. Now that both series have made their debut on the Xbox Live Arcade, which one is the dominant force on Xbox 360? Mortal Kombat. No contest. Find out what makes Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 on the XBLA so good right here in our review.

Top Ten Xbox Action Games
Check out our picks for the top ten action games on Xbox.

LSL: Magna Cum Laude Review
Leisure Suit Larry: Magna Cum Laude is a fun sort of adult themed dating simulator. After playing for a while, you'll likely decide that venturing out into the world to find your own girl is a better pastime than helping Larry. This game is rated "M" for Mature, so please consider who you are buying it for and always remember to check and use the ESRB ratings printed on every box.

Xbox 360 Price Revealed
Microsoft has finally announced the launch prices and confirgurations for the Xbox 360. You can get a bare bones system for $299 and a fully loaded system for $399. Find out the details of this huge announcement right here.

ES IV: Oblivion Review (X360)
After all of the hype and delays and waiting and worrying, Bethesda has delivered The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. In a rare feat for a game of this magnitude, it not only lives up to expectations but also surpasses them to create an experience that everyone can enjoy and not just the nerdy, dice rolling, RPG-elite. Oblivion is one of the best games available right now and is well worth the $60 investment.

Gears of War Review (X360)
You would think that after all of the hype and coverage Gears of War has gotten over the last year or so, that there would be no way it could live up to expectations. But it does. It meets those expectations and even exceeds them. This is one of the best looking and best playing games of 2006. And you’ll only find it on Xbox 360.

What is X360 Premium System?
The Xbox 360 Premium system is $400 and includes a hard drive among other extra features. Find out the details here.

Xbox DVD Remote Review
The DVD Playback Kit from Microsoft is necessary to play DVD movies on your Xbox, but is it worth the extra $30? Find out all about it right here in our full review.

Top 10 Games Based on Movies
Games based on movies have greatly increased in quality over the last few years and now they are something gamers can actually get excited about instead of cringing when they are announced. We take a look at the best movie games available for the Xbox.

X-Arcade Stick Review
The X-Arcade stick is hands down the best fighting stick you can buy. It captures the same feel and performance of a real arcade stick because it IS a real arcade stick. If youw want the same quality you have to use the same parts, and that is what the X-Arcade offers. It is compativle with PS2, Xbox, Gamecbe, Dreamcast, PC, and Mac. Find out all about this great stick right here.

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GRAW 2 Skull icon

EarForceX2 Headphone Rev(360)
Turtle Beach is back with a new set of headphones designed for use with the Xbox and Xbox 360. The Ear Force X2 headphones are wireless, lightweight, and come in a lovely white color to match the 360. Most importantly, the sound quality is surprisingly good and the headset is very comfortable for long play sessions. They’ll set you back about $100, but for the quality and features you get with the Ear Force X2 I highly recommend them.

Guitar Hero III Review (X360)
Red Octane and Activision are back for another set, this time with Neversoft at the helm since lead guitarist Harmonix got a big head and left the group to form a new Rock Band. For the most part, Guitar Hero III is more of the same great guitar playing we all love, but just like when any outsider is brought into the core of an established band, some things change and not all of them for the better. It isn’t completely Yoko Ono’d, but an increase in difficulty could be a big issue for some.

What is the X360 Core System?
Find out details of the Xbox 360 Core system right here.

System Selector Pro Review
If you have a nice HDTV and surround sound setup, you owe it to yourself to pick up a Pelican System Selector Pro. This really is the Cadillac of system selectors and it offers eight component inputs along with some other really nice features including a remote control. Find out all of the details right here.

Street Fighter 3 GameBridge
Street Fighter 3 GameBridge test

True Crime: NYC Review
2003’s True Crime: Streets of LA was a decent-but-flawed take on the GTA-style of gameplay and it showed quite a bit of promise. Fast forward two years and Luxoflux and Activision have produced a new True Crime set in New York City. The game features a good story and a great digital version of Manhattan, but the graphics and gameplay are decidedly worse than in Streets of LA. Simply put, True Crime: New York City is pretty disappointing.

Dead or Alive Xtreme 2 screen1
Dead or Alive Xtreme 2 screen 1

Halo 3 cutout 1
Halo 3 cutout 1

Intercooler 360 Review (X360)
The Xbox 360 is a powerful console, no doubt, and because of all of that power it gets hot. Very hot. Electronics don’t work too well when they get hot, and as we have seen, the Xbox 360 is no exception. Enter the Nyko Intercooler 360. It is a little set of fans that attaches to the back of your Xbox 360 and sucks out enough hot air to make the system run 5-10 degrees cooler. Cooler operating temperature means better performance and longer life. And that's a good thing.

Xbox Live Marketplace Details
Microsoft today revealed details on the Xbox Live Marketplace that will be used with the Xbox 360. Find out what sort of stuff will be available and how much it will cost right here.

LEGO SW Complete Saga Rev X360
LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga follows a simple formula: Take two great games and mash them together to create the ultimate LEGO Star Wars experience. From a sheer value standpoint, it is an absolute success because you get all six movies, new areas and characters and secrets, online co-op, and more for just $50. The only downside is that you have likely already played through most of it before, but to have improved versions of it all on one disc, makes it worth picking up all over again.

HD System Selector Review
If you have a lot of game systems, finding enough inputs for them on your TV can be a problem. Having enough component inputs is even trickier. Thankfully, Pelican can solve all of your problems with the HD System Selector. Find out all of the details right here.

Halo 3 Screen 1
Halo 3 Screen 1

Midway + Adult Swim News
Midway has announced that it will publish games based on shows in the Cartoon Network's Adult Swim late night programming block. Read our full news article for all of the details.

RvB Season 1 DVD Review
Click right here for our review of season 1 of the hit comedy show, Red vs. Blue. This is a must own DVD for Xbox and Halo fans.

King of Fighters 02/03 Review
The King of Fighters 2002/2003 is a two-disc set that gives you both the 2002 and 2003 entries in the long running King of Fighters series. For a mere $40 you get two solid 2D fighters, both will full online capabilities, so it is a pretty good value. King of Fighters fans and newcomers alike will find a lot to like in King of Fighters 2002/2003.

The Guy Game Review (Xbox)
The Guy Game is a trivia game at its core, but for its intended audience that is far from the main attraction. This game is rated "M" for Mature and is definitely not for children. Read our review to find out more.

GameKeeper Wire Game Rack Rev
One of the very first things I tell new Xbox 360 owners is that location of their new system is everything. Heat and dust are lethal to high-powered systems like the Xbox 360 and PS3, which means that you can’t just shove them into an entertainment center or on a shelf with no ventilation. One company has decided to take this battle between heat and proper storage head on, and Atlantic Inc.’s line of GameKeeper wire game racks are the perfect way to keep your systems cool and organized.

NFS Carbon Review (X360)
Need for Speed Carbon is a mix of the absolute best that the Need for Speed series has offered over the past few years. You get solid racing along with police chases and some of the best customization options around all in one pretty looking package. Carbon is better than Most Wanted, and that is all you really need to know.