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XBLA in Brief: King of Fighters '98 Ultimate Match, Worms 2: Armageddon

by Richard Mitchell { Jul 1st 2009 at 6:15PM }

Another twofer this week, as XBLA adds a fighting game and a turn-based strategy game to its ever-growing ranks. From SNK's huge library of fighting games, we have King of Fighters '98 Ultimate Match. The XBLA version includes online play and will set you back 800

($10). Meanwhile, Team17 has dropped the sequel to the XBLA version of Worms, which is titled, appropriately enough, Worms 2: Armageddon. The game brings lots of new features to the table -- as well as some old favorites -- and also costs 800

($10).

Watch the latest episode of XBLA in Brief and see which one is screaming for your hard-earned cash.

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XBLA in Brief: Droplitz, Garou: Mark of the Wolves

by Richard Mitchell { Jun 24th 2009 at 3:30PM }

This week on XBLA in Brief, we take the trial versions of both Droplitz and Garou: Mark of the Wolves for a spin. Droplitz is a puzzle game that involves turning lots of dials so that the game's titular droplets make it safely to the bottom of the screen. Garou -- known as Fatal Fury outside of Japan -- is a fighting game from the fine folks at SNK. Watch the latest episode of our XBLA series above and decide if either game is worth your 800

($10).

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Yosumin Live, Wallace & Gromit episode 1

by Richard Mitchell { May 27th 2009 at 3:00PM }

This week on XBLA, we've got a new puzzle game and the first in an episodic point-and-click adventure series. First up is Yosumin Live, the Japanese mobile phone game turned XBLA puzzler. Next is Wallace & Gromit in Fright of the Bumblebees from TellTale Games, creators of Sam & Max and the Strong Bad series. Watch the latest episode of XBLA in Brief and see if either is up your alley.

Oh, and Boggle was released this week for Hasbro Family Game Night as well. We didn't include it in the video, because we're guessing it's an awful lot like Boggle.

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Download the trial version of Wallace & Gromit episode 1
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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Texas Cheat 'Em, Star Trek D-A-C

by Richard Mitchell { May 13th 2009 at 2:45PM }

It's Wednesday once again, which means it's time for a new episode of XBLA in Brief. We take a look at both Texas Cheat 'Em and Star Trek D-A-C. To sum things up, there's nothing spectacular this week. There might be something there for diehard poker or Star Trek fans, but the rest of us can probably save some MS Points.

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Zombie Wranglers, Arkanoid Live, Space Invaders Extreme

by Richard Mitchell { May 6th 2009 at 3:30PM }

Seemingly determined to force us to upgrade to a larger Xbox hard drive, Microsoft has again foisted three new Xbox Live Arcade titles upon us. We've got two retro remakes in Space Invaders Extreme and Arkanoid Live, and then we have a co-op zombie rodeo (more or less) in Zombie Wranglers. Watch the latest episode of XBLA in Brief and see if there's something for you this week.

All three titles cost 800

.

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Sorry!, Banjo Tooie, Virtual On

by Richard Mitchell { Apr 29th 2009 at 5:30PM }

We've got three new games on Xbox Live Arcade this week covering a pretty broad range of tastes. We've got a board game in Sorry!, the latest addition to Hasbro Family Game Night. Then we have the classic platformer, Banjo Tooie. Topping it all off there's Virtual On: Oratorio Tangram, an arcade mech fighting game from Sega. All in all, it's a pretty full week, and an expensive one too -- both Banjo and Virtual On clock in at 1200

.

Check out the latest episode of XBLA in Brief and see if any of 'em are worth a spin.

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Lode Runner

by David Hinkle { Apr 22nd 2009 at 4:15PM }

This week, the highly anticipated Lode Runner finally blasts its way onto Xbox Live Arcade. Your regular host isn't available, sadly, so you folks will have to make due with me. Tune into the latest XBLA in Brief and see if the gold-hoarding antics of Lode Runner deserve a spot on your crowded hard drive.

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Puzzle Quest Galactrix, Flock!

by Richard Mitchell { Apr 8th 2009 at 5:30PM }

It's an XBLA double puzzler this week with both Puzzle Quest Galactrix and Flock! landing on Microsoft's download service. Galactrix is a traditional puzzle game laced with the trappings of an RPG, while Flock! is more of a logic-based affair that has players herding animals into a spaceship. Both seem to be decent games and both will cost you significant scratch, with Galactrix costing $20 and Flock! clocking in at $15.

Watch the latest episode of XBLA in Brief and see if either one piques your interest.

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X3F TV -- Unlock Dishwasher's Joystiq-inspired 'Peter Moore Achievement'

by Richard Mitchell { Apr 2nd 2009 at 3:15PM }

Now that The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai is out on Xbox Live Arcade, you can finally unlock the Joystiq-inspired 'Peter Moore Achievement.' Grabbing the achievement is pretty simple. All you have to do is hit the Guide button during one of the game's guitar sections. In this episode of X3F TV, we show you the easiest way to do that. Just follow the video's instructions for a quick (and awesome) 8 Gamerpoints.

To all the developers out there: Feel free to ask us to come up with your achievements. We're really good at it.

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai

by Richard Mitchell { Apr 1st 2009 at 2:30PM }

Action fans, rejoice! The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai has officially landed on Xbox Live Arcade. Taking a few pages from the Ninja Gaiden and God of War handbooks, Dishwasher offers some sweet, combo-tastic action. Check out the latest episode of XBLA in Brief and see if it's worth your time (hint: it is).

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: UNO RUSH

by Richard Mitchell { Mar 25th 2009 at 2:35PM }

This week on XBLA in Brief, we look at UNO RUSH, a speedy new take on the classic card game. Players have to adjust their hands quickly and play as many cards as possible on every turn. It sounds easy, but each turn is only a few seconds long, meaning you have to plan ahead. Check out the video above and see if UNO RUSH will be pulling 800

from your account.

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Hasbro Family Game Night

by Richard Mitchell { Mar 18th 2009 at 3:00PM }

The shortest, easiest way to say it: Hasbro Family Game Night lets you play Hasbro board games on your TV. There's not much more to say, really. Oh, each game will cost you 800

. Before the anger starts flowing, you should know that most of these games cost more in the real world. Check out the latest XBLA in Brief and decide if Hasbro Family Game Night deserves a shelf in your digital game closet.

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Crystal Defenders, Peggle

by Richard Mitchell { Mar 11th 2009 at 5:30PM }

This week, 360 fans get both Crystal Defenders and Peggle. As luck would have it, both games are actually pretty good. Two good games in one week? What have we done to deserve this? Of course, they aren't free -- they're 800

each. Still, they're both worth at least trying. Check out the latest episode of XBLA in Brief and see if either one is for you.

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X3F TV -- XBLA in Brief: Watchmen: The End is Nigh

by Richard Mitchell { Mar 4th 2009 at 6:00PM }

If you haven't already read Joystiq's review of Watchmen: The End is Nigh, you really should. If you have read it and you still have the masochistic desire to learn more, allow us to direct you to the latest installment of XBLA in Brief. Unfortunately, the game just isn't all that great. Of course, we expect that from licensed games, and we might even be willing to forgive it, but the $20 price tag makes The End is Nigh difficult to recommend. Don't take our word for it, though. Give the video a watch and see what you think.

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X3F TV -- Behold: The Halo Wars Limited Edition unboxing

by Richard Mitchell { Mar 3rd 2009 at 3:30PM }

Joystiq Xbox presents to you the fantabulous Halo Wars Limited Edition unboxing video. Gasp as you see the iron-on patch unveiled. Scream as you eye the coveted Mythic Map Pack DLC redemption card. Shriek as you peer at naked Elite flesh in the graphic novel (no, seriously).

If none of that works for you, you could always just watch the video in thoughtful silence. You should definitely watch it, though.

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