Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[MW3's next DLC drops from a skyscraper onto Xbox Elite members on Feb. 21]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/07/mw3s-next-dlc-drops-from-a-skyscraper-onto-xbox-elite-members-o/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/07/mw3s-next-dlc-drops-from-a-skyscraper-onto-xbox-elite-members-o/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/07/mw3s-next-dlc-drops-from-a-skyscraper-onto-xbox-elite-members-o/#comments Call of Duty Elite premium members playing Modern Warfare 3 on Xbox Live will receive the next batch of DLC, Overwatch, on February 21. Overwatch puts players in a construction site at the top of a New York City skyscraper, with a very real chance of dropping 70 feet to the sidewalk as an added risk. If you have trouble visualizing that, check out the gallery below.

The previous batch of downloadable content, Liberation and Piazza, is set to launch on PSN on February 28, having come out on Xbox Live in January, all in accordance with MW3's exclusivity deal with Microsoft. The next three batches of MW3 DLC will drop in March for Xbox premium members and will include the multiplayer map Black Box and two new Special Ops missions, Black Ice and Negotiator.

Gallery: Modern Warfare 3 (Call of Duty Elite: Overwatch)

JoystiqMW3's next DLC drops from a skyscraper onto Xbox Elite members on Feb. 21 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ActivisionCall-of-Dutycall-of-duty-elitecall-of-duty-modern-warfare-3DLCeliteInfinity-Wardmicrosoftmodern-warfare-3overwatchpcplaystationpremiumps3xboxTue, 07 Feb 2012 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[PS3 CoD Elite premium members to get new old maps in February]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/02/ps3-call-of-duty-elite-dlc-release-date/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/02/ps3-call-of-duty-elite-dlc-release-date/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/02/ps3-call-of-duty-elite-dlc-release-date/#comments Players with a paid Call of Duty Elite membership on Playstation 3 will be able to snag two new Modern Warfare 3 maps, Liberation and Piazza, on February 28. Both maps launched for Xbox 360 Elite premium members on January 24, and we presume they will come to non-Elite and PC players eventually -- possibly another month after the PS3 version goes live.

Or possibly another two months, just to really rub it in, like the below screens for Liberation and Piazza will do.

Gallery: Modern Warfare 3 - Call of Duty Elite Season Content (Liberation and Piazza)

JoystiqPS3 CoD Elite premium members to get new old maps in February originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Activisioncall-of-duty-elitecall-of-duty-modern-warfare-3eliteInfinity-Wardliberationmapsmodern-warfare-3piazzaplaystationpremiumps3sledgehammer-gamesTreyarchThu, 02 Feb 2012 13:20:00 EST<![CDATA[PSA: Call of Duty Elite app now available on Android Market]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/psa-call-of-duty-elite-app-now-available-on-android-market/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/psa-call-of-duty-elite-app-now-available-on-android-market/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/17/psa-call-of-duty-elite-app-now-available-on-android-market/#comments Call of Duty Elite is now available on the Android Market, for free. The Android version comes one week after the iOS launch but offers the same unprecedented ability to check your stats, review recent matches and update your in-game loadout from your phone. Elite on your Android device could make lunch lines, bus rides, work breaks, and long, fast car rides on busy freeways much more entertaining (OK, not that last one).

Beachhead Studios head Chacko Sonny sees the initial mobile launch of Elite as a wonderful opportunity to get feedback from the community, so don't hold back -- not that you would, but now you have permission.

[Thanks, Lance V.]

JoystiqPSA: Call of Duty Elite app now available on Android Market originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidcall-of-duty-elitecall-of-duty-modern-warfare-3elitemobilemodern-warfare-3Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Call of Duty Elite's mobile app launches tomorrow on iOS, next week on Android]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/call-of-duty-elites-mobile-app-launches-tomorrow-on-ios-next-w/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/call-of-duty-elites-mobile-app-launches-tomorrow-on-ios-next-w/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/09/call-of-duty-elites-mobile-app-launches-tomorrow-on-ios-next-w/#comments You're standing in line for lunch, replaying last night's match on Arkaden in Modern Warfare 3 in your mind, when you remember the final shot -- you really wanted that gun. You could wait until you get home, check your recent matches on Elite and shank the winning shooter's weapon of choice -- like a peasant -- or you could do it right there, in line, on your phone -- like a boss. This is the vision Beachhead Studios head Chacko Sonny has for Call of Duty Elite's free mobile app, hitting iOS smart phones tomorrow, Jan. 10, and Android one week later.

The Elite app will offer four main areas of mobile control:
  • Career summary: Just like Elite main, check stats and general player information on yourself and others you've played
  • Recent matches: After-action report on the past 10 matches, including scores, kill/death ratios, map information for yourself and others in the match
  • Challenge Tracker: Tracks your progress through specific challenges
  • Customize classes: Modify your loadout -- weapons, perks, attachments -- and push custom classes directly to game
Anything altered in the Elite mobile app that affects loadouts or in-game options will be exported to console, and players will accept the changes after logging on. Most of the app's functions have been modified to fit a smaller screen, especially Sonny's favorite, class customization. Beachhead Studios developers have been testing the mobile app on their own phones, and Sonny said it expands the realm of bragging rights considerably because players will have proof -- or not -- of their achievements right in their pockets.

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JoystiqCall of Duty Elite's mobile app launches tomorrow on iOS, next week on Android originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidcall-of-duty-elitecall-of-duty-modern-warfare-3eliteElite-mobileElite-mobile-appiosiphonemicrosoftmobilemodern-warfare-3playstationps3xboxMon, 09 Jan 2012 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[PSA: Call of Duty Elite now available on Xbox Live]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/07/psa-call-of-duty-elite-now-available-on-xbox-live/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/07/psa-call-of-duty-elite-now-available-on-xbox-live/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/11/07/psa-call-of-duty-elite-now-available-on-xbox-live/#comments You may not be able to buy copies of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 just yet (well, not all of you), but you can always get yourself queued up for battle with the game's Elite application, which is already available for download via Xbox Live Marketplace. Coming in at just under 100MB, it ... uh ... doesn't do very much until you have a copy of MW3 and some multiplayer under your belt, as we were met with a prompt on load asking us to do as much before jumping into Elite.

The client has yet to arrive on the PlayStation 3's PSN, but we're betting it'll be available tomorrow at some point alongside the company's weekly content update. Unfortunately for PC users, Elite won't be available at launch tomorrow, but instead will arrive "when it's ready." And in case you haven't been paying attention, the game launches tomorrow on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC.

JoystiqPSA: Call of Duty Elite now available on Xbox Live originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Worried about Mom on Facebook infiltrating your super elite squad of Modern Warfare 3 multiplayers? It looks like that won't be an issue with Call of Duty Elite's Facebok integration into MW3, though that guy from high school you don't wanna talk to might end up bugging you constantly. The good with the bad, folks.

JoystiqTour Call of Duty Elite's virtual world through the eyes of Modern Warfare 3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 04 Nov 2011 05:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidbeachheadbeachhead-studioscall-of-duty-elitecall-of-duty-modern-warfare-3cod-eliteelitefacebookgameplayinfinity-wardiosipadiphonemacmicrosoftmobilemodern-warfare-3pcplaystationps3sledgehammersledgehammer-gamesxboxFri, 04 Nov 2011 05:30:00 EST<![CDATA[PSA: Call of Duty Elite beta invites rolling out]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/15/psa-call-of-duty-elite-beta-invites-rolling-out/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/15/psa-call-of-duty-elite-beta-invites-rolling-out/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/15/psa-call-of-duty-elite-beta-invites-rolling-out/#comments Listen up, recruits! If you signed up for Operation Call of Duty Elite Beta, keep an eye out for a dispatch from Activision HQ. The top brass has informed us that beta invites are beginning to be sent now. "The beta will be activated in phases for feature testing, with limited invitations rolling out in the coming weeks," the classified document reads.

These Call of Duty Elite beta invites only extend to Xbox 360 users playing Call of Duty: Black Ops right now, but will support all future franchise titles, starting with the launch of Modern Warfare 3 on November 8. The PS3 release of this beta was held back by the PSN outage, according to the FAQ. According to Activision, over 2.8 million have signed up for the beta, so if you have yet to receive your beta invite, exercise patience.

For more information on Call of Duty Elite, be sure to check out our preview of the service and interview with Activision's VP of Digital, Jamie Berger.

JoystiqPSA: Call of Duty Elite beta invites rolling out originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionbetaCall-of-Duty-Black-Opscall-of-duty-elitecall-of-duty-modern-warfare-3eliteinfinity-wardmicrosoftmodern-warfare-3sledgehammer-gamestreyarchxboxFri, 15 Jul 2011 16:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Call of Duty Elite invitation-only beta begins July 14]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/06/call-of-duty-elite-invitation-only-beta-begins-july-14/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/06/call-of-duty-elite-invitation-only-beta-begins-july-14/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/06/call-of-duty-elite-invitation-only-beta-begins-july-14/#comments Activision's stat-tracking and community service, Call of Duty Elite, has yet to receive a firm launch date, but this morning we learned that Elite will enter "invitation-only" beta starting on July 14. Though Elite won't be fully functioning until Modern Warfare 3 drops in November, the beta will launch first on last year's Call of Duty: Black Ops.

After opening the registration site last week, Activision says "over 1 million" Call of Duty fanatics have signed up for entry into the beta thus far. The company has yet to fully detail the differences between the paid version of Elite and the free one, but the beta announcement ambiguously notes it'll "give users a taste of the experience." Sounds ... elite?

Continue reading Call of Duty Elite invitation-only beta begins July 14

JoystiqCall of Duty Elite invitation-only beta begins July 14 originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 06 Jun 2011 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionbeachheadbeachhead-studiosbetaCall-of-Duty-Black-Opscall-of-duty-eliteelitemacmicrosoftmobilepcplaystationps3q3-2011release-datexboxMon, 06 Jun 2011 10:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Halo Elite costume sets the bar for DIY]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/30/halo-elite-costume-sets-the-bar-for-diy/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/30/halo-elite-costume-sets-the-bar-for-diy/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/30/halo-elite-costume-sets-the-bar-for-diy/#comments Oh, you've made your own assault rifle from Halo? That's cute. Wait, you've made your own Spartan suit? Meh, it's okay, we guess. See, the dudes at Peter Mander FX have ruined us forever, because they've produced about the best homage to Halo one could ever hope for: the ultra-realistic Elite suit you see above.

Largely comprised of plastic, TLC and dark magicks, the suit not only looks impressive, but it's animatronic. We can't imagine the blood, sweat and/or tears it took to produce such a lifelike recreation of this Covenant class, but we can get some idea from the video documenting the creation of this behemoth, which you can find past the break.

[Image source: Device Magazine]

Continue reading Halo Elite costume sets the bar for DIY

JoystiqHalo Elite costume sets the bar for DIY originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 Jun 2010 04:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>BungieBungie-StudiosDIYEliteHaloHalo-2Halo-3Halo-3-ODSTHalo-Combat-EvolvedHalo-ReachMicrosoft-Game-StudiosPeter-Mander-FXWed, 30 Jun 2010 04:05:00 EST<![CDATA[Two Xbox 360 FF13 bundles for Europe, faceplate pre-order bonus for all]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/12/two-xbox-360-ff13-bundles-for-europe-faceplate-pre-order-bonus/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/12/two-xbox-360-ff13-bundles-for-europe-faceplate-pre-order-bonus/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/12/two-xbox-360-ff13-bundles-for-europe-faceplate-pre-order-bonus/#comments Clearly not content with just one measly Final Fantasy XIII Xbox 360 mega bundle, it looks like Europe will be receiving a second bundle as well. Europe will be receiving the same Final Fantasy XIII Special Edition bundle that was revealed at X10, which includes the game, a 250GB hard drive, two wireless controllers and downloadable Avatar goodies. Speaking of Avatar items, the release actually reveals what they are: a Rosch outfit, a Nabaat outfit and a Chocobo pet (the same one you might already have, we're assuming). The release didn't specify a price, though Amazon UK lists it for £249.99 ($391).

In addition to that bundle, however, the region will also be receiving the Final Fantasy XIII Elite bundle, which includes the game, a single wireless controller and the standard 120GB hard drive. Again, no price was revealed, though Amazon France has it listed for €249.99 ($340).

Finally, the press release reveals just how you can get your hands on one of the limited edition, promotional FFXIII faceplates. The faceplates will be offered as a bonus for anyone who pre-orders the 250GB Special Edition console. Major Nelson also revealed on Xbox Live that the faceplate will be a pre-order bonus for the North American Special Edition console as well. So, if you really want that faceplate, you'd better be ready to plop down 400 bones for it.

JoystiqTwo Xbox 360 FF13 bundles for Europe, faceplate pre-order bonus for all originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bundleeliteeuropeff13ffxiiifinal-fantasyfinal-fantasy-13final-fantasy-xiiimicrosoftsquare-enixsuper-elitexbox-360Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Vodafone Portugal releases IPTV service for Xbox 360]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/17/vodafone-portugal-releases-iptv-service-for-xbox-360/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/17/vodafone-portugal-releases-iptv-service-for-xbox-360/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/17/vodafone-portugal-releases-iptv-service-for-xbox-360/#commentsPortuguese digital television service, Vodafone Casa TV, is now available to Gold members of Xbox Live. In fact, the company is even promoting a special IPTV Xbox 360 bundle there, which includes an Elite console, 12 months of subscription for Xbox Live Gold and four games -- Lego Batman, Pure, Fable 2 and Halo 3 -- all for €259 (about $375).

The Vodafone Casa TV service not only lets you watch on-demand TV through your Xbox 360, but also grants Portuguese patrons the ability to access content from their set-top boxes and set times for their set-top box to record live television. While users won't be able to directly record content to their Xbox 360, they can still access certain functions of the console while streaming content, including private chat and accepting game invites.

Existing Vodafone Casa TV subscribers with an Xbox 360 can snag the software for a mere €9.90.

[Thanks, Assassin Monk]

JoystiqVodafone Portugal releases IPTV service for Xbox 360 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>elitefable-2halo-3iptvlego-batmanportugalpurevodafonevodafone-casa-tvxbox-360-eliteThu, 17 Dec 2009 19:15:00 EST<![CDATA[250GB Elite bundle with Halo 3 and ODST drops into Canada]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/01/250gb-elite-bundle-with-halo-3-and-odst-drops-into-canada/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/01/250gb-elite-bundle-with-halo-3-and-odst-drops-into-canada/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/01/250gb-elite-bundle-with-halo-3-and-odst-drops-into-canada/#comments Microsoft just pulled back the curtain on a brand-new bundle exclusively for our brothers and sisters to the north. Aside from a 250GB Xbox 360 Elite console, the bundle also includes a double dose of Bungie goodness: Halo 3 and Halo 3: ODST.

Starting today, you can get your maple syrup-soaked hands on this for a suggested retail price of $399.99 CAD. If you're a US gamer wondering why we didn't get this piece of gear down here, relax -- let Canada win this one! You have any idea how many driveways a Canadian has to shovel to earn this thing?

Joystiq250GB Elite bundle with Halo 3 and ODST drops into Canada originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bundlebungiecanadaelitehalohalo-3halo-3-odstMicrosoftXbox-360xbox-360-eliteTue, 01 Dec 2009 18:30:00 EST<![CDATA[New movie-themed Elite bundles for the UK]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/29/new-movie-themed-elite-bundles-for-the-uk/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/29/new-movie-themed-elite-bundles-for-the-uk/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/29/new-movie-themed-elite-bundles-for-the-uk/#comments
VideoGamer.com is reporting that a supplement in this week's issue of MCV is advertising two new Xbox 360 Elite bundles. Both bundles are themed around recent movie releases, specifically Star Trek and Transformers 2. The Star Trek bundle comes with an extra controller, a copy of J.J. Abrams' Star Trek stored on a USB drive -- shaped like the Star Fleet logo -- as well as 800 with which to buy "Star Trek PDLC." Let's just hope you don't have to waste those points on Star Trek D-A-C. A Transformers 2 bundle is in the works as well, featuring an extra controller, a copy of the movie on a Bumblebee-shaped USB drive and the Transformers 2 game.

Release date, pricing, and the size of the included hard drive (120GB or "Super Elite" 250GB) are not specified in the ad. However, as MCV is a UK magazine, it's possible these are only destined for that region. We'd be hard-pressed to tell potential buyers which one bundle is the better but, but we will say that only one of them goes where no one has gone before. And the other one is Transformers.

JoystiqNew movie-themed Elite bundles for the UK originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bundlebundleseliteMicrosoftmovie-themedmoviesstar-trektransformerstransformers-2ukXbox-360Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Japan getting Lost Planet / Ace Combat 6 Xbox bundle]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/japan-getting-lost-planet-ace-combat-6-xbox-bundle/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/japan-getting-lost-planet-ace-combat-6-xbox-bundle/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/japan-getting-lost-planet-ace-combat-6-xbox-bundle/#comments Seems like everyone has to get in on the Elite bundle action these days. Game Watch reports that a new Xbox 360 Elite bundle is headed to Japan, with both Lost Planet: Colonies and Ace Combat 6 baked right in. it also comes packed with the normal Elite goodies -- headset, wireless controller and (incredibly flexible) composite cables. Unfortunately, the bundle fails to meet super Elite status, as it contains only a paltry 120GB hard drive.

Still, at ¥29,980 (~$330), it's not a bad deal. The bundle goes on sale in Japan starting October 29.

JoystiqJapan getting Lost Planet / Ace Combat 6 Xbox bundle originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ace-combatace-combat-6bundleelitejapanlost-planetlost-planet-coloniesxbox-360-eliteTue, 20 Oct 2009 12:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Animatronic Covenant Elite costume blows yours out of the water]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/19/animatronic-covenant-elite-costume-blows-yours-out-of-the-water/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/19/animatronic-covenant-elite-costume-blows-yours-out-of-the-water/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/19/animatronic-covenant-elite-costume-blows-yours-out-of-the-water/#comments The night of All Hallows' Eve is swiftly approaching. We're sure that, by now, you've got a rough outline of what pop culture icon you'll attempt to disguise yourself as. We're also sure that it's not one-tenth as awesome nor as intricate as the Covenant Elite (of Halo fame) costume recently created by YouTube user petemander1. That is, unless your Optimus Prime costume has animatronic, remote-controlled eyes and mandibles. No? It doesn't? That's what we thought.

Check out the two videos posted after the jump to get an early look at Pete's humbling (and slightly terrifying) creation. We'd say we can't wait to see how the full costume turns out, but we've already got plenty of subjects on which to base our nightmares.

Continue reading Animatronic Covenant Elite costume blows yours out of the water

JoystiqAnimatronic Covenant Elite costume blows yours out of the water originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>animatronicbungiecostumecovenantelitehalloweenhalloween-costumehaloholidayMicrosoftXbox-360Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Xbox 360 Elite Holiday 2009 Bundle shipping today]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/29/xbox-360-elite-holiday-2009-bundle-shipping-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/29/xbox-360-elite-holiday-2009-bundle-shipping-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/29/xbox-360-elite-holiday-2009-bundle-shipping-today/#comments
Rumored, pictured, and now shipping to retail, the 2009 edition of the Xbox 360 Elite Holiday Bundle ($300) includes a pair of family-friendly titles from last year in Lego Batman and Pure. But, well, you knew that. (Protip: Grab and stash this before October 5 to be eligible for the $50 rebate.)

Also announced today, the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller Game Pack will go on sale in November for $60. The black gamepad and bundle of XBLA titles is so close to perfect with Geometry Wars 2, Lumines Live, Bomberman Live and ... a code for Ms. Pac-Man? Make that a Pac-Man: Championship Edition token and we'd be looking at one of the best gifts you could have given this holiday -- 'cause let's face it, you (should) already own those games.

Oh, and still no official word on that popcorn box o' peripherals.

Gallery: Xbox 360 Holiday 2009 Bundles

Xbox 360 Elite Holiday BundleXbox 360 Elite Holiday BundleXbox 360 Elite Holiday BundleXbox 360 Wireless Controller Game Pack

JoystiqXbox 360 Elite Holiday 2009 Bundle shipping today originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blackbomberman-livebundlebundlescontrollerelitegeometry-wars-2holidayholiday-2009lego-batmanluminves-liveMicrosoftms-pac-manpurewireless-controllerxblaXbox-360xbox-360-elitexbox-360-elite-holiday-bundlexbox-360-wireless-controller-game-packTue, 29 Sep 2009 10:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST and Halo: Reach beta bundled with Halo machine]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/16/halo-3-halo-3-odst-and-halo-reach-beta-bundled-with-halo-mach/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/16/halo-3-halo-3-odst-and-halo-reach-beta-bundled-with-halo-mach/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/16/halo-3-halo-3-odst-and-halo-reach-beta-bundled-with-halo-mach/#comments

While entirely devoid of ill-fitting iconic helmets, one of Microsoft's new Xbox 360 Elite bundles -- designated for European markets, judging by the rating information on the box -- offers everything you need to stride 'n' strafe into the Halo universe. It's no "Super Elite," but the 120GB package offers a fair amount of elites to shoot at in the included Halo 3, its upcoming expansion, Halo 3: ODST, and (consequently) the beta for next year's Halo game, Reach. As usual, Microsoft has thrown in a one-month Xbox Live Gold membership, which is just long enough for you to realize that you can never ever beat the internet at Halo.

Prices are sure to vary from region to region (fun fact: it goes for roughly $580 in South Africa), so have a look on your shelves at the start of October, which is when retailers expect the bundle to drop in.

JoystiqHalo 3, Halo 3: ODST and Halo: Reach beta bundled with Halo machine originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bundlebungieelitefpshalo-3halo-3-odsthalo-reachMicrosoftXbox-360xbox-360-eliteWed, 16 Sep 2009 13:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Not as big in Japan anymore: Xbox 360 prices]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/02/not-as-big-in-japan-anymore-xbox-360-prices/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/02/not-as-big-in-japan-anymore-xbox-360-prices/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/02/not-as-big-in-japan-anymore-xbox-360-prices/#commentsThe Xbox 360 price drop has propagated to Japan, with Microsoft announcing new price points roughly commensurate with those of American Xboxes, effective September 10. The Pro is being phased out, with the retail cost of remaining stock now up to retailers, with no "suggested" price from MS. The Elite is dropping from ¥39,800 to ¥29,800 ($322) -- in a new HDMI-free package, of course -- and the Arcade will remain at ¥19,800 ($214). We expect to see deep cuts on the Pro, as retailers seize an opportunity to get Xboxes out of their stores.

In addition, the 60GB hard drive is dropping from ¥11,550 to ¥9,975 ($108), and the 512MB Memory Unit is dropping from ¥5,250 to ¥3,150 ($34).

[Via Edge, image via GAME Watch]

JoystiqNot as big in Japan anymore: Xbox 360 prices originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>elitejapanmicrosoftprice-cutXbox-360Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Interview: Xbox's Aaron Greenberg on the $300 Elite and all things Xbox]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/27/interview-xboxs-aaron-greenberg-on-the-300-elite-and-all-thin/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/27/interview-xboxs-aaron-greenberg-on-the-300-elite-and-all-thin/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/27/interview-xboxs-aaron-greenberg-on-the-300-elite-and-all-thin/#comments Last night, just hours before the price cut announcement went out, we had a chance to talk with Aaron Greenberg - the often outspoken Director of Product Management at Xbox - about the new $300 Elite console, the company's Fall lineup in the absence of Splinter Cell Conviction, Netflix "exclusivity" (whatever that means), the (still!) outrageous price of the WiFi adapter, and whether we're ever going to see Hulu or Groups/Clan support in Xbox Live (those are two of our favorite questions for Aaron). Read on for the complete interview:

Joystiq: Hey Aaron - so what do you have for us today?

Aaron Greenberg: So this may shock you, but effective on Friday we are dropping the price of our Xbox 360 Elite console by $100, dropping that down to $299. At the same time, we are also reducing the price of the Xbox 360 Pro or Premium 60 gig SKU down to $249 -- that will be effective while supplies last. And this will essentially set us up as we head into holiday with a two SKU setup: the $199 white Arcade SKU and then the $299 120 gig Elite black console.

The Elite price is effective Friday?

Yes. The price drop goes into effect at retail on Friday.

So of course we're totally surprised and had no idea this was coming, so any questions that might indicate I was prepared you should just take as good guessing on our part I think.

Right, exactly. So you don't read your own site or anything I guess?

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aaron-GreenbergAvatarsEliteGames-on-DemandGroup-supportGroupsinterviewMicrosoftnetflixprice-cutwifiwifi-adapterXbox-360Xbox-360-EliteThu, 27 Aug 2009 18:40:00 EST<![CDATA[Xbox 360 Pro missing from new Elite packaging]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/24/360-pro-missing-from-new-elite-packaging/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/24/360-pro-missing-from-new-elite-packaging/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/24/360-pro-missing-from-new-elite-packaging/#comments The lifespan of the Xbox 360 Pro looks to be dwindling every day. First, the SKU disappeared from the comparison chart on the Xbox 360 Arcade packaging, and now it looks like the same change has occurred on the Xbox 360 Elite box. Perhaps even more significant is that the Elite has abandoned its traditional (and super 1337) gray packaging for white. White, as it happens, is also the color of Xbox 360 Pro packaging. Coincidence, or proof that the Pro is on its last legs?

One final bit of (somewhat depressing) evidence, the Elite box states that it only includes standard A/V cables. No component, no HDMI, just plain vanilla A/V. In fact, the only features separating the Elite from the Arcade are a headset, an Ethernet cable and the 120GB hard drive. Even assuming the Elite drops to $299, that's not a lot of extras beyond the $199 Arcade model. At least Canada gets Halo 3 and a wireless adapter to make the deal a little sweeter.

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Oh, man. This ish just got real, son. Last week, a supposedly leaked Meijer's catalog revealed a $100 price cut for the Xbox 360 Elite SKU -- we weren't sure what to make of it, but a recent Walmart catalog (due to hit stores on August 30) revealing the same exact discount adds a hefty amount of credence to rumors that Microsoft is dropping the price on the console's 120GB SKU. You can see the full ad posted after the jump, courtesy of one of our readers (thanks, Patrick). A few sites have gotten the ad, presumably from different sources, leading us to believe it's not just a high-quality fake.

If it is legitimate -- and the rumors of an Elite price cut end up being true -- then the flames of console war are likely ready to flare up once again. For the first time this console generation, Sony and Microsoft would have two SKUs available at the same price. The resulting struggle for market dominance would be brutal.

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JoystiqRumor: Walmart catalog lists $100 price cut for Xbox 360 Elite originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 22 Aug 2009 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Kotaku recently got their hands on a catalog from retail superstore Meijer's which is supposedly due to hit ... catalog stands(?) on August 30. The clipping of interest from this ad book is for a "new lower price" for the Xbox 360 Elite model -- it seems they're slicing $100 off the price of the system, bringing it down to the $299 price point shared by the Pro version.

This fits in nicely with the grand design foreseen by the Ars Technica mole back in June, which claimed Microsoft would completely replace the Pro model with the Elite sometime in September. However, we called nearly a dozen Meijer's locations to try and confirm the cut -- only one Media Center employee had heard about it, and explained that it would be a "week-long sale," and not a permanent price drop.

We're certain to find out more in the near future -- either on August 30, when the catalog (and Elite price) is supposed to drop, or perhaps next week during GamesCom, which some believe will provide a veritable cornucopia of startling announcements.
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Yes, we know -- another console price drop story. Our contempt rivals your own, we assure you. However, this time around, the report comes from a source that's proven to be eerily accurate on hardware announcements in the past -- Ars Technica's unnamed "mole," a prophetic figure who managed to predict the capabilities of the PSP Go, the release of the red Resident Evil 5 Xbox 360 bundle and, most notably, last fall's universal 360 price cut.

On the Sony front, the mole is claiming that the 80GB PS3 will become scarce over the next two months, being mostly replaced by the 160GB model. As the larger model continues to sell into the fall, Sony will supposedly simultaneously announce the oft-rumored PS3 Slim and the even more oft-rumored price cut. The mole was unable to discern the exact amount that would be shaved off the price of the console, but was confident it would provide Sony with a much-needed sales boost.

For Microsoft, the mole expects the Pro system to be ushered off store shelves with the help of a few attractive Pro bundles which will crop up over the next few months. The Pro will be replaced by the 120GB Elite, which will supposedly undergo a price cut in September, followed by the release of its own bundles in October. With downloadable titles becoming a focus for both companies, turning the spotlight on consoles with larger hard drives makes sense -- but only time will tell if the Ars mole's sterling predictive reputation will persevere.

JoystiqRumor: Ars Technica Mole foretells PS3 and 360 price drops in fall originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ars-technicaconsoleeliteMicrosoftmoleprice-cutprops3-slimrumorXbox-360Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Elite II, LostWinds dev Frontier joins ELSPA]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/18/elite-ii-lostwinds-dev-frontier-joins-elspa/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/18/elite-ii-lostwinds-dev-frontier-joins-elspa/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/18/elite-ii-lostwinds-dev-frontier-joins-elspa/#comments The UK-based Entertainment and Leisure Software Publishers Association, or ELSPA for short, has a new face on board. Seasoned game designer David Braben and his crack team of devs at Frontier Developments have joined the trade body, no doubt wooed by the organization's rumored regular meetings to play Twister.

Braben wowed early gamers with his influential space sim, Elite, as well as its 1993 sequel, Frontier. Braben's latest release strayed far from his roots, however, in last year's WiiWare platformer, LostWinds. In joining the ELSPA, Braben says he hopes to help the organization deal with such issues as piracy, ratings and used game sales "swiftly and efficiently." Still, given that the studio's current project, The Outsider, was first announced in 2006, and we're still waiting on Elite IV, we're not convinced speed is how Braben and company roll.

JoystiqElite II, LostWinds dev Frontier joins ELSPA originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 18 May 2009 23:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>david-brabeneliteelspalostwindsthe-outsiderukMon, 18 May 2009 23:10:00 EST<![CDATA[Shock! New Xbox Elite bundle with Halo 3, Fable II [Update]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/20/shock-ms-reveals-new-xbox-elite-bundle-with-halo-3-fable-ii/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/20/shock-ms-reveals-new-xbox-elite-bundle-with-halo-3-fable-ii/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/20/shock-ms-reveals-new-xbox-elite-bundle-with-halo-3-fable-ii/#comments
Today, Microsoft revealed a new Xbox 360 Elite bundle headed to store shelves this May. The Xbox 360 Game of the Year bundle includes the little-known online shooter called Halo 3 and Joystiq's 2008 game of the year pick, Fable II. The M-rated bundle is priced at $399, making the two million-plus unit selling pack-in titles free of charge.

Those of you keeping score at home will remember rumors of an elite bundle, which was set to include the two Microsoft Game Studios powerhouse titles, had been floating around the web earlier this month. Microsoft, continuing a long history of totally being able to keep a secret, confirmed the bundle today via Major Nelson's blog.

Update: Major Nelson has clarified this bundle will be available in all regions where Xbox 360 is sold, except those in Europe.

JoystiqShock! New Xbox Elite bundle with Halo 3, Fable II [Update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Actionbundleconsoleelitefable-2halo-3hardwarehardware-bundleLionheadLionhead-StudiosMGSMicrosoftMicrosoft-Game-StudiosRPGXbox-360xbox-360-bundlexbox-360-eliteMon, 20 Apr 2009 12:25:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: Xbox Elite being phased out, assuming 'limited edition' retail role]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/06/rumor-xbox-elite-being-phased-out-assuming-limited-edition-re/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/06/rumor-xbox-elite-being-phased-out-assuming-limited-edition-re/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/06/rumor-xbox-elite-being-phased-out-assuming-limited-edition-re/#commentsAccording to Fudzilla, Microsoft will be ending the mass availability of the Xbox 360 Elite in many parts of the world and plans on positioning it as a more "limited edition" console, as was originally intended.

Supposedly, retailers are less supportive of the higher-priced Elite consoles during these craptacular economic times, because their consumer demand is lower than the Arcade and Pro. As a result, Microsoft may be limiting the console's sales to select retailers in North America and Europe and stop taking Elite orders in other territories sometime during Q2.

The rumored Elite phase-out would allow it to be marketed as a "limited edition" offering, giving MS the option to sell specially themed (and possibly higher priced) Elite bundles when triple-A titles need promotion. (Think the Resident Evil 5 Elite bundle.) Fudzilla also mentions that Microsoft wants to expand the 360's storage capabilities by releasing a standalone drive that's larger than the Elite's current 120GB model.

JoystiqRumor: Xbox Elite being phased out, assuming 'limited edition' retail role originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>elitemicrosoftrumorxbox-360xbox-360-eliteFri, 06 Mar 2009 14:54:00 EST<![CDATA[Big Xbox 360 deals from Dell]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/10/16/big-xbox-360-deals-from-dell/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/10/16/big-xbox-360-deals-from-dell/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/10/16/big-xbox-360-deals-from-dell/#commentsFiled under:


Not so uncharacteristically, Dell.com is offering up holiday Xbox 360 console savings across the 360's entire console lineup. They're selling the newly released Xbox 360 holiday bundles at a discounted price where you can save $30 on a new Xbox 360 Arcade, $50 on a Pro and $70 on an Elite. Click the links below, enter the coupon code supplied and make your purchase before October 23rd. Saving money is a good thing.
[Via Engadget, Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arcadedealsdelleliteproxbox-360Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:15:00 EST<![CDATA[MS announces holiday bundles, free Netflix trial]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/10/09/ms-announces-holiday-bundles-free-netflix-trial/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/10/09/ms-announces-holiday-bundles-free-netflix-trial/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/10/09/ms-announces-holiday-bundles-free-netflix-trial/#commentsFiled under:


News coming out of the Tokyo Game Show is Microsoft's announcement of the once rumored Xbox 360 holiday bundles that'll be releasing to retail this month. And note that all 360 console SKUs come with at least one free game.

The $199 Xbox 360 Arcade holiday bundle comes with SEGA Superstars Tennis and both the $299 Xbox 360 Pro and $399 Xbox 360 Elite consoles come bundled with LEGO Indiana Jones and Kung Fu Panda this holiday season. Also, after sniffing through press materials, we spotted holiday box stickers and they mention a free Netflix trial. You know, because Netflix is doing that whole 360 streaming thing.

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Update: Swedish retailer Webhallen.com has the rumored Arcade, Pro and Elite holiday bundles for sale and pictured on their site. It's more proof, but we still have no "official" word from Microsoft. Thanks Dirty Whirlwind.

Just as was done last year, Microsoft may be looking to release special Xbox 360 packages that are bundled with a few free games to entice holiday console purchasers. And according to our insider Gamestop tipster, this holiday Microsoft will be bundling family friendly games with all three major 360 consoles.

We've been informed that the Xbox 360 Arcade model will come packaged with SEGA Superstar Tennis and both the Pro and Elite models will come bundled with Kung Fu Panda and LEGO Indiana Jones. Sadly, we don't have any picture proof of the new bundles or a solid release date, but we'll keep digging to see whether or not the holiday game bundling is legit. For now, we advise being optimistically skeptical.

[Thanks, Travisto]

JoystiqRumor: Xbox 360 holiday bundles to include family friendly games [update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Oct 2008 09:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Through October 6th, Dell.com is offering a $50 discount on both Pro and Elite Xbox 360 consoles AND they're including free shipping too. To partake in the purchasing process of buying $249 Pros or $349 Elites, simply click on over to Dell.com and, at the end of checkout, use the promo codes listed below.
[Via 360-Deals, Thanks Fargo]

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dealdealsdelleliteproxbox-360Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Deals: Free MS points with 360 purchase, $15 games and more]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/07/deals-free-ms-points-with-360-purchase-15-games-and-more/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/07/deals-free-ms-points-with-360-purchase-15-games-and-more/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/07/deals-free-ms-points-with-360-purchase-15-games-and-more/#commentsFiled under:


It's time to page through the weekly retail adds to uncover a few special Xbox 360 deals. And just in case you forgot, all Xbox 360 consoles have seen a price cut where Arcades are $199, 60GB Pros are $299 and 120GB Elites are $399. If you're going to take advantage of the new price cut, we advise heading over to Circuit City where they'll toss in a free 1600 Microsoft point card with any console purchase. They're also selling GRAW2, Saints Row and Dead Rising for $15 and giving away a free tshirt and $10 gift card with the purchase of Force Unleashed. Sadly, neither Best Buy or Target have any 360 deals worth mentioning. Then again, who needs 'em anyway? Happy spending!

JoystiqDeals: Free MS points with 360 purchase, $15 games and more originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 07 Sep 2008 09:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arcadecircuit-citydealseliteforce-unleashedproxbox-360Sun, 07 Sep 2008 09:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Free $60 Amazon gift card with Elite 360 purchase]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/06/free-60-amazon-gift-card-with-elite-360-purchase/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/06/free-60-amazon-gift-card-with-elite-360-purchase/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/06/free-60-amazon-gift-card-with-elite-360-purchase/#commentsFiled under:

As if a $259 Xbox 360 20GB console wasn't a good enough deal for you, take a look at what Amazon.com is offering those who want to purchase a newly price reduced $399 Xbox 360 Elite.

For a limited time (exact offer dates aren't given), Amazon.com is giving Xbox 360 Elite purchasers a free $60 gift card that's promised to be emailed before September 30th. And, as always, purchases over $25 on Amazon.com receive free shipping. Enjoy!

[Thanks, shuref00t]

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Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>amazonelitexbox-360xbox-360-eliteSat, 06 Sep 2008 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[It's official! Microsoft announces North American Xbox 360 price cuts, $199 Arcade]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/03/its-official-microsoft-announces-north-american-xbox-360-price/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/03/its-official-microsoft-announces-north-american-xbox-360-price/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/09/03/its-official-microsoft-announces-north-american-xbox-360-price/#commentsFiled under:


After months and months of rumors, speculation, leaked adscans and insider whispers, Microsoft just announced that the Xbox 360 price cut rumors are, in fact, true. Beginning this Friday, September 5th the retail pricing for Xbox 360 consoles in the US will drop to all time lows. The new console pricing puts the Xbox 360 Arcade at $199 (cheaper than the Wii!), the 60GB Xbox 360 Pro at $299 and the Xbox 360 Elite at $399. Remember though, this is only for the US as any other territories (Europe, Australia, etc.) have yet to announce any console price cuts. We can now also pretty much debunk that motion controlled Arcade bundle rumor. Happy shopping!

JoystiqIt's official! Microsoft announces North American Xbox 360 price cuts, $199 Arcade originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arcadeelitemicrosoftprice-cutprice-dropproxbox-360Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell now selling Xbox 360 Elite bundle for $349]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/14/dell-now-selling-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-349/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/14/dell-now-selling-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-349/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/14/dell-now-selling-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-349/#commentsFiled under:

If you missed out on Dell.com's last amazingly cheap Xbox 360 Elite bundle deal and are willing to pay $50 more, then we think we have the perfect deal for you.

For only $349 with free shipping, United States Dell.com purchasers can grab an Xbox 360 Elite bundle complete with the console itself, Forza 2, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and two additional faceplates. Though, to get the $349 pricing, you'll have to use a $100 off coupon code. To do this, simply head to Dell.com, click "Customize It", then click "Buy Now", then "Add to Shopping Cart". Now, once at the checkout screen, enter coupon code V8Q199$GCXJWL$ in the "Coupon Entry" field. Shazaam! The $449 price tag magically drops to $349. Note too that the coupon is only good through August 20th.

[Via FatWallet]

JoystiqDell now selling Xbox 360 Elite bundle for $349 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dealsdellelitexbox-360-eliteThu, 14 Aug 2008 11:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell selling Xbox 360 Elite bundle for $299 [update]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/06/dell-selling-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-299/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/06/dell-selling-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-299/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/06/dell-selling-xbox-360-elite-bundle-for-299/#commentsFiled under:

Update: The Elite deal has since expired. Pricing for the bundle is back up to $449. Sad ...

Here's an Xbox 360 deal for you. In an offer that ends sometime this evening, Dell.com (The U.S. website) is selling brand new Xbox 360 Elite bundles which include both Forza 2 and Marvel: Ultimate Alliance as well as both Carbon and Hotrod faceplates all for (get this) $299! That's a $150 savings off the retail price! We aren't sure exactly why these Elite bundles are so darn cheap, but if we had to guess, it'd be because of a little price cutting event that'll be happening next month. Hurry! Go grab a $299 Xbox 360 Elite bundle over at Dell.com before they're gone!

[Thanks, Voltron]

JoystiqDell selling Xbox 360 Elite bundle for $299 [update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dealsdelldiscountselitexbox-360Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Major Xbox 360 price cuts rumored for September]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/02/major-xbox-360-price-cuts-rumored-for-september/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/02/major-xbox-360-price-cuts-rumored-for-september/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/02/major-xbox-360-price-cuts-rumored-for-september/#commentsFiled under: ,

Gather round children and scoot in close, because it's time for another edition of Xbox 360 price cut rumor talk where we inform you about the latest, craziest and somewhat possible 360 price cuts that may or may not happen. And today, friends, we aren't about to let you down.

According to ars technica's Microsoft insider, all Xbox 360 hardware across all console SKUs will be seeing some major price cuts even including the recently introduced 60GB model. Their insider informs us that sometime this September, the Xbox 360 Arcade (no HDD) will drop from $279 all the way down to $199, the new Xbox 360 Pro (60GB HDD) will go from $349 down to $299 and the Xbox 360 Elite (120GB HDD) will fall from $449 down to a more reasonable $399. If true, high fives all around. If false, we become depressed.

[Thanks, to everyone who sent this in]

JoystiqMajor Xbox 360 price cuts rumored for September originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 02 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>elitemicrosoftprice-cutprice-droprumorxbox-360Sat, 02 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EST<![CDATA[MS announces Australian Xbox 360 price cuts]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/01/ms-announces-australian-xbox-360-price-cuts/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/01/ms-announces-australian-xbox-360-price-cuts/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/01/ms-announces-australian-xbox-360-price-cuts/#commentsFiled under:

Today, the Australian arm of Microsoft's Xbox 360 division announced pretty competitive Xbox 360 price cuts across the board. The price cuts affect not only the Pro console, but also the Arcade and Elite dropping the Xbox 360 Arcade to AU$349 (from AU$399), the Pro to AU$499 (from AU$579) and the Elite to AU$649 (from AU$729). This price cut move makes all versions of the Xbox 360 cheaper than the PS3 in the region and the Arcade console actually undercuts the Wii which is priced at AU$399. Nice!

These Australian price cuts obviously beg the question of whether or not we'll see a global Xbox 360 hardware price cut in time for E3. And even though Microsoft's Australian team refuses to acknowledge any other territory price cuts, we have even more faith in the leaked fliers. Global hardware price cuts incoming, keep your eyes peeled.

JoystiqMS announces Australian Xbox 360 price cuts originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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To go along with your new Indiana Jones gamer pictures, Xbox.com is offering gamers the chance to win one of five seriously attractive Indiana Jones Xbox 360 Elites. For teh free!

For a chance to win, simply make your way over to the official registration page, accept some agreement terms, submit and voila! Instant sweepstakes entry. Good news too, the giveaway is only open from today through May 18th, so the amount of entrants shouldn't be too large making your odds better. The bad news is that we posted this blog meaning the X3F-effect has already been unleashed as tens of thousands of fanboys race to Xbox.com to enter. So, we'll call it an odds of winning wash ...

JoystiqSteal (or win) Indiana Jones' Xbox 360 Elite originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 15 May 2008 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>elitegiveawayindiana-jonesxbox-360Thu, 15 May 2008 17:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Gamestop has contest for Ninja Gaiden 2 Elite 360s]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/28/gamestop-has-contest-for-ninja-gaiden-2-elite-360s/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/28/gamestop-has-contest-for-ninja-gaiden-2-elite-360s/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/28/gamestop-has-contest-for-ninja-gaiden-2-elite-360s/#commentsFiled under: ,


Well for those who got their hopes up about purchasing a Ninja Gaiden themed Elite 360, those hopes have now been officially crushed. The previously non-existent website from the standee is now live and ready for folks to enter the contest. The "Are You a Ninja?" sweepstakes runs for a month, ending May 29th, and is only open to US residents. The grand prize is of course the Elite 360, but the runners-up get some cool swag too: a copy of the game, some rubber ninja stars, two rubber swords, and a fake ninja outfit. Wait did we say cool swag? We meant stupid swag (the game itself notwithstanding).

Anyway it's worth entering just for the chance at one of those custom 360's, even if we've gotta give Gamestop traffic for it. The sweepstakes entry form is located here, and official rules here.

JoystiqGamestop has contest for Ninja Gaiden 2 Elite 360s originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 28 Apr 2008 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Crazy, the FutureShop employee was actually telling us the truth as late last night, Microsoft announced that all of the Great White North (that's Canada) will see Xbox 360 price cuts effective immediately. The new console pricing will be dollar for dollar equal to the 360's price in the United States, with the Xbox 360 Pro dropping from $399 to $349, the Elite going from $499 to $449 and the Arcade sinking from $299 to $279. So, if you're Canadian and need another 360 or know someone who does, then jump in. There's no better time then now ... price cuts FTW!

JoystiqIt's official, Canada sees another Xbox 360 price cut originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 21 Feb 2008 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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