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MS announces new Platinum Hits ... for Singapore

by Richard Mitchell { Apr 20th 2009 at 3:00PM }

A tipster informs us that Microsoft has announced a new batch of Platinum Hits for Singapore. The new titles include Project Gotham Racing 4, Forza Motorsport 2, Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom, Halo 3 and Lost Odyssey. The new hits all appear to sport the new packaging that was spotted last week. All the games, incidentally, are priced at SGD $39.90 (USD $26).

It's worth noting that all of these games, aside from Forza 2, have yet to become Platinum Hits in North America. Granted, each region has different titles in the value range, but we'd say it's a safe bet that at least PGR4 and Halo 3 should make the cut on this side of the pond. Hopefully the redesigned packaging is a sign that Microsoft will announce new titles soon. Stay tuned.

[Thanks, Cylus]

For a limited time, popular 360 DLC gets discounted

by Dustin Burg { Sep 5th 2008 at 10:30AM }

Through the end of October, Microsoft is running an "Extended Play Download Days" promotion on the Xbox Live Marketplace, where they've selected and discounted a few sets of popular DLC.

The discount priced DLC includes content from Beautiful Katamari, Forza 2, Guitar Hero III, Mass Effect and Oblivion with savings ranging from 25-60% off the original prices. That means you can get Mass Effect's Bring Down The Sky DLC for 300

(originally 400

), Oblivion's Shivering Isles for 1600

(originally 2400

) and GHIII's Foo Fighters Pack for 360

(originally 500

). View the complete list of discounted Extended Play Download Days DLC after the jump.

Select Xbox Live DLC discounted until end of October

by Ross Miller { Sep 5th 2008 at 9:50AM }

Microsoft is running an "Extended Play Download Days" promotion between now and the end of October, with select downloadable content discounted for six Xbox 360 titles. Sure, half of the promotion consists of Beautiful Katamari accessories and stages, but we've also got Forza Motorsport 2, Mass Effect, Guitar Hero 3, Lost Odyssey and a deep discount for Oblivion Shivering Isles (from $30 to $20). Not coincidentally, today also marks the first day of the new Xbox 360 price drop.

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Buy $100 in 360 accessories, get a free game

by Dustin Burg { Jun 20th 2008 at 3:00PM }

Microsoft is running an interesting deal for Canadian fanboys, where they're giving customers a free game for purchasing at least $100 in 360 accessories. Suh-weet!

This mail-in offer (again, only available in Canada) gives customers the choice of receiving Halo 3, Lost Odyssey, PGR4 or Viva Pinata Party Animals for FREE as long as receipt proof can be supplied proving that $100 in accessories were purchased between June 17th and July 1st, 2008. And by accessories, we mean pretty much every accessory known to exist including controllers, Vision camera, wireless adapter, 120GB HDD and the Messenger Kit. That means if you are already in the market for high priced 360 accessories like the 120GB HDD or wireless adapter, you pretty much score a free game with your purchase. Hit the "source" link below (warning, it is a PDF link) to read all offer details.

[Thanks, Cody Chateauvert]

Last chance: win Lost Odyssey

by Richard Mitchell { May 23rd 2008 at 11:00AM }

This is it people, the very last chance to win a copy of Lost Odyssey. Clocking in at over fifty hours, it's the perfect game to fill the summer gaming gap. Okay, so maybe it's not perfect, but it's free, right? As of this post, there is only one hour to go before the giveaway is over. For your shot at winning, head over to the official giveaway post, follow the directions, and, most importantly, relax.

Reminder: Win Lost Odyssey

by Richard Mitchell { May 22nd 2008 at 11:30AM }

Hey fanboys, just a quick reminder that a copy of Lost Odyssey is still up for grabs. Entering the contest is as simple as leaving a comment on the official giveaway post (no, not this post, silly!), so get crackin'. Don't forget that you can enter once per calendar day (Eastern Time), so it's okay to enter today if you also entered yesterday. In fact, entering every day, including tomorrow, is the best way to maximize your odds of winning. Now, head over to the official giveaway post and enter already!

Lost Odyssey: Seeker of the Deep dungeon DLC

by Dustin Burg { May 21st 2008 at 2:30PM }

Releasing this Friday, May 23rd to the Xbox Live Marketplace is a new chunk of dungeon DLC for Lost Odyssey called "Seeker of the Deep". And for the 400 Microsoft point price of admission, the Seeker of the Deep DLC will add a new dungeon to the mix where (we expect) lots of dungeon shenanigans will take place. Lots of dungeon shenanigans and dungeon moistness ... uhh, yeah.

Also, if you don't own a copy of Lost Odyssey, we oh so humbly remind you that there's a copy up for grabs as part of this week's Fanswag Weekly. Enter today!

[Via Joystiq]

Fanswag Weekly: Lost Odyssey

by Richard Mitchell { May 21st 2008 at 12:00PM }

With the summer gaming drought fast approaching (with the blissful exception of Ninja Gaiden II), we thought it might be time to give away a game that will while away the slower gaming months. There are few Xbox 360 games better equipped to do that than Lost Odyssey, so that is precisely what's available this week. For your chance at winning a copy for your very own, simply follow the directions below.

Lost Odyssey is well-known for its many, many dream sequences. Leave a comment telling us about the strangest dream you've ever had.
You can leave one comment per calendar day (Eastern time), but posters of multiple comments during the same day will be disqualified. We'll accept entries until Friday, May 23th at 12:00pm noon Eastern Time. You must be at least 18 years old to enter. This giveaway is open only to residents of the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec).
On Friday, we'll pick one winner via a random drawing
One winner will receive a copy of Lost Odyssey, worth $60.
Complete giveaway rules can be found here

New Lost Odyssey DLC to be found on Friday

by Justin McElroy { May 21st 2008 at 9:35AM }

We don't know about you, but the list of things we could do for 50 hours and still want more of is an extremely short one. Well, there's breathing, natch. Then there's the obvious. But for us, the list ends there. Apparently though, there's some people who finished the 50 hours or so of Lost Odyssey and are still craving more. ... Or, at least, Microsoft's hoping they are. The company will release the Seeker of the Deep dungeon pack on Friday for 400 points ($5).

Is another helping of Lost Odyssey something you're in the mood for? Or have you moved on to other, more easily locatable expeditions?

[Thanks, zewone]

Lost Odyssey Triple Bonus Pack now on XBLM

by Dustin Burg { Apr 25th 2008 at 12:00PM }

Remember the Lost Odyssey downloadable content we mentioned yesterday? You know, the Triple Bonus Pack DLC that is actually available to non-Japanese Xbox Live regions? The same Lost Odyssey DLC that's 200 Microsoft points and includes three new items including the "Shattered Bond", "Killer Machine" and the "Memory Lamp"? Oh, you do remember? Good, because it's now available to all Xbox Live regions for purchase off the Marketplace. Enjoy!

Lost Odyssey and Army of Two DLC arrives

by Justin McElroy { Apr 25th 2008 at 9:00AM }

What're 200 points worth to you? Wait, don't answer yet, because a new DLC pack for Lost Odyssey released today may just change your whole perception of the value of a point. The "Triple Bonus Pack" adds "'Memory Lamp,' which allows you to watch the past event scenes all over again, 'Shattered Bond,' an antique that will bring back the memory of a forgotten dream, and a special ring, 'Killer Machine,'" all for 200 points ($2.50). Now, we don't know what any of those words meant, but they sounded awesome.

Also, just as a reminder, the "SSC Challenge" pack for Army of Two also arrived today for 600 points on XBL or $7.50 on PSN. If you sample any of today's DLC, make sure you let us know if they're worth the digi-dollars in the comments.

Lost Odyssey DLC available to all this Friday

by Dustin Burg { Apr 24th 2008 at 12:00PM }

Finally, after numerous pieces of downloadable content have graced the Japanese Marketplace, Lost Odyssey fans in other Live regions will get in on the DLC fun.

A new 200 Microsoft point Lost Odyssey DLC bonus pack will release on Friday, April 25th to North America (and, more than likely, to the European) XBLM and feature a new dream sequence and a few new items. "The Shattered Bond" will allow plays to experience a new dream, the "Killer Machine" ring will give extra protection against magic-powered weapons and the "Memory Lamp" will let players re-live previous dreams. The DLC may be a tad bit on the expensive side, but at least it's available outside of Japan. Right?

Japan receives more Lost Odyssey DLC

by Dustin Burg { Apr 7th 2008 at 11:15AM }

As if two sets of downloadable content weren't enough, our gaming friends over in Japan are set to get a third piece of Lost Odyssey DLC this Thursday, April 10th. The new Seeker of the Abyss DLC is another dungeon, located in the sea and features a new Eternal Magic Engine that helps with MP consumption. Seeker of the Abyss will be available exclusively to Japanese gamers for 400 Microsoft points and, just like the other two DLC sets, no North American release has been announced. Though, we suspect Microsoft would want to start releasing these before Lost Odyssey's luster wears thin Stateside.

Rumor: Lost Odyssey sequels on the way

by Scott Jon Siegel { Feb 29th 2008 at 10:30AM }

Will the epic Japanese RPG Lost Odyssey be a one-off piece of gaming history, or is the title destined for franchising and perennial iterations? As much as we wish it were the former, a brief quote from a Microsoft exec suggests that the "odyssey" may only be getting started.

Speaking with the executive officer for Microsoft Japan's Home & Entertainment division, Nikkei Trendy reports that the company is pleased with the sales of Lost Odyssey, and expects the popularity of the "series" to grow over time. While this could very well be a miscommunication, it's certainly logical to assume that Microsoft would want to extend the life of one the 360's few JRPGs.

[Via ALLRPG]

Didja know that the best RPGs are on the 360?

by Dustin Burg { Feb 28th 2008 at 3:15PM }

Microsoft just launched a new marketing campaign whose main aim is to get you trained so that when someone mentions the letters RPG your instant response will be Xbox 360. The Best RPGs Are On Xbox 360 is the campaign's name and highlights some of the best of the best RPGs that grace the Xbox 360 including Blue Dragon, Lost Odyssey, Mass Effect, Oblivion and of course Fable 2. Simply head to Xbox.com to get the dish on these super RPGs and if your interest is piqued, make your way to Gamestop. There you will find a free retail disc that comes packed with information on these "Best RPGs" as well as never before seen videos of Fable 2 and the complete Sci-Fi channel "Sci vs Fi" episode featuring Mass Effect. Now how can you not agree? The Xbox 360 is hands down the best place to find RPGs ... just none that are on the Playstation platform.