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Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:35PM DelTrigger said
Some of this seems a bit much, but if I can look like Dwight Schrute, I'm sold.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:35PM oOWallaceOo said
If my avatar is able to hit my friend's avatar with it on the Friends channel, this could be so worth it.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:40PM Rhamsey said
image #7 looked like dr. horrible goggles!
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:42PM Iwa said
The only virtual clothing for my avatar that I would be interested in buying are team jerseys and hats.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:45PM Haohmaru said
All I want for my avatar is a Fatal Fury or King of Fighters hat like Terry Bogard. Represent!
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:49PM (Unverified) said
I wouldn't mind having Setsuna's Owl, but I'd settle for a Billy Kane jacket though :P
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Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:45PM littlejay2o02 said
well i was thinking it would unlock awards based on your achievements, so that way the system knows what you have done instead of having to patch any game that would support them.
but yes, they need to explain it, and the list of dashboard updates said awards would be in it.
but yes, they need to explain it, and the list of dashboard updates said awards would be in it.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:49PM (Unverified) said
Im all for unlockable stuff, but there is no way in hell i am paying a dime for any of any avatar add on. I work too hard for my money to throw one cent at some computer generated clothing. Ill keep my honest opinion of those who do buy this garbage to myself.
This isnt even about how much it costs, this is just about its worth (zero) and its usefulness. I dont care if its 50 cents, its ridiculous to buy something ill hardly ever see in the fist place and adds no pleasure of function to my life what so ever. It isnt even entertainment value. So good on you if you are one of those that would buy electronic clothes or whatever, but as far as I go, No thanks!
This isnt even about how much it costs, this is just about its worth (zero) and its usefulness. I dont care if its 50 cents, its ridiculous to buy something ill hardly ever see in the fist place and adds no pleasure of function to my life what so ever. It isnt even entertainment value. So good on you if you are one of those that would buy electronic clothes or whatever, but as far as I go, No thanks!
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:54PM TheDarkWayne said
As long as the coolest stuff like ODST armor or stuff like that is tied to achievements, i dont care about buying stuff
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 2:58PM Mouthsmasher said
If I get accepted for the 'pre-release' version of this thing on Monday, will I be able to buy something, wear it, and have other people see it on their xbox? Or will they have to have the update too to see it?
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 3:55PM Red Son Rising said
yes, theyll be able to see it. some support staff and beta testers had this update a while ago and ive checked out their avatars thru the website and the dashboard.
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Posted: Jul 24th 2009 3:01PM bm111 said
It's kind of amusing how there's so many options and outfits and crap for the avatars, yet they -all look the same- with that retard look on their face. If you're gonna copy Mii's, at least do it right!
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 3:12PM joshua nash said
@ haohmaru - if they did have that i would totally have my avatar wearing that, until they come out with halo armor or an altair/ezio costume
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 3:24PM (Unverified) said
Dear Bethesda,
Please give my avatar a vault suit when I finish all the DLC and unlock all achievements.
Please give my avatar a vault suit when I finish all the DLC and unlock all achievements.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 4:18PM TheDarkWayne said
if by vault suit you mean Power Armor then yes, please
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Posted: Jul 24th 2009 3:32PM aray48 said
The Avatar marketplace is a cool idea....but of course Microsoft is just using it as another way to make money. These items should be unlockable with games, rather than something we pay for. Charging people money for items that make a virtual character (look different is a dick move.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 3:39PM (Unverified) said
I'm sorry, I'm just making sure...
My Xbox still plays games right? Because I'm pretty sure that's what I bought it for.
My Xbox still plays games right? Because I'm pretty sure that's what I bought it for.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 3:49PM snarfoogle said
Yes, this additional optional content in no way interferes with your 360's gaming capabilities.
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Posted: Jul 24th 2009 4:05PM Red Son Rising said
I really dont understand the avatar hate; if you dont want to spend a whole dollar on an avatar tee take yer cheap ass to Wendy's and get a Frosty.
Im enjoying the avatar program and i doubt theyll end it because a few so called hardcore geeks dont like it. its not for you, get over yourself.
Im enjoying the avatar program and i doubt theyll end it because a few so called hardcore geeks dont like it. its not for you, get over yourself.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 4:12PM (Unverified) said
Microsoft thinks:
Next Thing to do: Charge for SILVER accounts
Next Thing to do: Charge for SILVER accounts
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 4:21PM ViciousBastard said
wow!... they werent joking about the swabing, lol
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 4:25PM (Unverified) said
I like the avatars but the only thing I don't like is avatar gamerpictures. They all look the same and they are so dumb looking. They have all have a surprised face or a angry face or a serious close up face. They don't look good people. Quit using them!!
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 6:15PM Red Son Rising said
my avatar has a gamerpic portfolio of sorts and most of them are very different.. theres only so much you can do with a 64x64 snapshot.
http://yfrog.com/5eavagfepx
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http://yfrog.com/5eavagfepx
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 4:55PM Baron Milton Von Crompton said
Personally though, the prices are a bit too much, considering that there is NOT that much use for the Avatars. I love the idea though, and wouldn't mind paying for designer clothing labels and such provided that the price is right. But for the asking price, it is a little too much.
If it was $5 for an entire set, I wouldn't be inclined to write about the price.
On another front. I would not mind paying for say Samus Aran's Chozo Power suit though... however, what are the chances of that happening? =) Link's and cohorts costumes or even Mario's... I mean make it a cosplay of sort, heh.
The child in me is hoping that MS will do something like this in the future... How much would they have to pay for rival company's intellectual properties? :D
Ah well, it is my birthday, I want to have my cake and eat it too. ;)
If it was $5 for an entire set, I wouldn't be inclined to write about the price.
On another front. I would not mind paying for say Samus Aran's Chozo Power suit though... however, what are the chances of that happening? =) Link's and cohorts costumes or even Mario's... I mean make it a cosplay of sort, heh.
The child in me is hoping that MS will do something like this in the future... How much would they have to pay for rival company's intellectual properties? :D
Ah well, it is my birthday, I want to have my cake and eat it too. ;)
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 4:56PM Martin C said
It's going to be scary once we start getting virtual mannequins to go along with our virtual shoppers.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 5:01PM (Unverified) said
I WANT THE CHICKEN SO BAD!
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 5:02PM Quacking said
Netflix only available on Gold? WHAAT? When you already pay of Netflix?
No wonder I sold my 360.
No wonder I sold my 360.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 5:05PM (Unverified) said
I dont get why so many people hate this idea. It's completely optional. You dont want it? dont buy it. I expect most good items will be unlockables as opposed to purchases. I personally am waiting for an Ezio costume for finishing AC 2. I have a slightly bad feeling some games will exploit this and have half a costume won, half bought. One other thing is pre order/special edition bonuses sounds great to me instead of character/weapon skins.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 5:58PM Red Son Rising said
i doubt theyll split up outfits half/half like that but i wouldnt be surprised to see them split them between achievements. beat Mass Effect on normal and get an RC Mako, beat insanity (hard) and get an armor jumpsuit.
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Posted: Jul 24th 2009 6:03PM Red Son Rising said
i want virtual stores so i can look at virtual mannequins while shopping for my virtual avatar with real $$$s..
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 6:27PM BFBeast666 said
Why not just ask for our wallets, MS? That would a) be quicker and b) less insulting.
And the answer would be the same. Get the hell outta my house.
And the answer would be the same. Get the hell outta my house.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 6:53PM Red Son Rising said
so i guess youre not buying anymore games for your 360 then..
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Posted: Jul 24th 2009 8:10PM (Unverified) said
@redsonrising
Big difference between a fully interactive game that has cost millions to produce, and $2 ring or necklace, dude.
Then again, a fool and his money are soon parted. Anyone who buys in to this kind of crass commerce deserves everything they get.
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Big difference between a fully interactive game that has cost millions to produce, and $2 ring or necklace, dude.
Then again, a fool and his money are soon parted. Anyone who buys in to this kind of crass commerce deserves everything they get.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 8:25PM Red Son Rising said
@womble
if a $2 fake tee keeps another programmer from losing their job sign me up, i plan on clearing out the avatar store aug 11. its $2, not the end of the world.
everything but the halo stuff, including that stupid warthog. i havent seen a vid yet that proves we can control that silly thing. i will be buying pom poms tho. fyi
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if a $2 fake tee keeps another programmer from losing their job sign me up, i plan on clearing out the avatar store aug 11. its $2, not the end of the world.
everything but the halo stuff, including that stupid warthog. i havent seen a vid yet that proves we can control that silly thing. i will be buying pom poms tho. fyi
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 10:15PM paperless said
Microsoft has been doing the same with themes for ages, i can't say i wasn't expecting this.
Microsoft will charge for anything, period.
RedSon, what about the overpriced HDs? The proprietary crappy memory units, the overpriced and crappy wi-fi dongle that can only be used on the 360?
We both know Microsoft is more money hungry than the average company, just don't pretend you dont know it.
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Microsoft will charge for anything, period.
RedSon, what about the overpriced HDs? The proprietary crappy memory units, the overpriced and crappy wi-fi dongle that can only be used on the 360?
We both know Microsoft is more money hungry than the average company, just don't pretend you dont know it.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 6:34PM (Unverified) said
Give me some spartan armor and I'm sold.
Posted: Jul 24th 2009 10:01PM FOI said
What kind of greedy sleazeball company would sell pictures, themes, and avatar gear for real money? Oh apparently most companies.
Posted: Jul 25th 2009 12:25PM Red Son Rising said
@paperless
my 360 came with a hdd which id like to replace but dont need to. ive got no use for memory units and my 360 has been hardwired to my network forever.
my 360 came with a hdd which id like to replace but dont need to. ive got no use for memory units and my 360 has been hardwired to my network forever.
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