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MS denies 100GB harddisk

We're sorry to be the party poopers, but today Boris Schneider-Johne, MS product manager Germany says Microsoft denies the existence of the 100GB harddisk we reported about yesterday. According to him, someone has been tampering with the picture used in the Powerpoint presentation. The signature has been painted-over simply using the Arial font. Probably some Korean guy who sees this as a 'practical joke'

THWIP6489d ago

Just like they denied the HD-DVD player, when it was still just a rumor. Nice try, MS...but we all know you've got surprises up your sleeves to combat SONY.

Mr Murda6489d ago

I think you're dead on here. There has been talk of a 100GB HD for quite some time. With the Zune dropping in November they need to have an option to store all this media (music, videos, movies) that will eventually (probably) be available on Live the near future.

THWIP6489d ago

Zune was ALSO denied....SEVERAL TIMES. ;)

highps36489d ago

DENIED!!! 360 will need space sooner or later but for now they are DENIED!!!

BIadestarX6489d ago

Lets see if sony bites in to this, and start point out the HD 20 GB as an issue like they did with 1080P. M$ like using this tatics to make their competitors fall into traps.
Microsoft you are a dirty little boy.

kmis876489d ago

I doubt Sony would bash 20gb hd's, cause after all, that would be like shooting themselves in the foot. For example, you're not going to see Microsoft come out and say memory cards and wired controllers are junk, although Sony might say something like that soon.

DJ6489d ago

You act like Microsoft is the only company that turns the tables on its competitors. Why would they talk smack about a 20GB hard drive when they offer it for the low-end PS3? Kmis does bring up a good point about wired controllers and memory cards. Sony could potentially make fun of Microsoft for holding onto these last-gen ideas. Sony's putting out a memory card adaptor so that consumers will never have to bother with them anymore. Hard Drive storage is the new standard.

BIadestarX6489d ago

They "talk smack" about everything microsoft does.. and if they don't find anything, then they will change the facts like they did with the prices for which they are now getting sued. So, why wouldn't they do that?
Also, I don't understand whats the big deal about the fact that the core does not come with a HD... I didn't buy a core, anybody that cares about the HD bought the premium. Why? well it came with a headset, universal controller, 1 month of xbox live, HD cables, HD, etc. for $399, so too me the 360 comes with it. Since, the premium still cheaper than the lower PS3 SKU and you don't complain about. The same goes for the PS3, any serious PS gamers that (cares) will buy the 599 sku. Specially considering the fact that it does not come with wifi (no option to buy in the future, as least that we know of) and a big difference between Hard drives.

kmis876489d ago

My post just meant to say that businesses always bash what their competitor does so that they can claim what they're doing is better. When Sony says that the 360 doesn't come with a hard drive as standard, and when Microsoft says that Sony doesn't let consumers pay for what they want, they're doing the same thing.

BIadestarX6488d ago

Yeah, but what would you think if microsoft issue a fact sheet saying that the PSP3 cost $2,000?

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Mortal Kombat 9 Is Still NetherRealm's Best Game 13 Years Later

Salman from Tech4Gamers writes "Mortal Kombat 9 revived the series from a low point after bringing it back to 2D combat. It marked a new high-point for the franchise due to its incredible roster, exciting cinematic story mode, and high-octane combat."

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Sonyslave323h ago

I like which ever one, Raiden was speed blasting muthafkers.

monkey6027h ago

I agree. 9 was awesome

Shaolin Monks next please

vTuro246h ago

Shaolin Monks is a forgotten gem. I would love to see a new one, or a remake of the old.

vTuro246h ago

That game was actually goated. It was the first time ever that I actually tried to get good at a fighting game. Unfortunately the online connection was so dogshit it made it hard to enjoy and eventually I gave up. Haven't really played much fighting games since.

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Microsoft is discounting the Xbox 360 store up to 90% before it shuts down for good

Microsoft has slashed the prices of games across the Xbox 360 store in preparation for its July 29th closure.

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Tacoboto9h ago(Edited 9h ago)

The Dishwasher
Vigilante 8

Two non-BC and no-PC-version Arcade titles I downloaded recently. Dishwasher's sequel is on Steam at least.

I've also downloaded Ninety-Nine Nights II (shame the first wasn't available). I still want to download Burnout 3: Takedown before the weekend's up, though that is still the full $9.99 non-discounted price

franwex6h ago

Burnout 3 not available in modern times is a crime to humanity.

I know it’s probably due to the music licensing-though they can simply add other music as Burnout 3’s biggest flaw to me personally-is the music!!!

GamerRN12m ago

Burnout 3, Risk Factions... I would kill for either of those

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Xbox gamers warned they've 72 hours before a ton of classic games are gone forever

The Xbox 360 Marketplace is officially shutting down in three days, which means dozens of exclusive, digital-only 360 games will no longer be available to purchase anywhere else once it does.

The Xbox 360 will be almost 20 years old next year, and to celebrate this milestone Microsoft have decided to obliterate all of its online functionality.

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shadowT15h ago

Phil Spencer: "Game preservation is critical to us at Team Xbox."

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darthv7211h ago(Edited 11h ago)

Technically, the games ARE preserved... they are just removing the ability to purchase new games through the 360. They have to keep a full backup of every title (even delisted ones) because they will have to offer the ability to redownload purchased content to users.

I had deleted some games a few years back that had become delisted. I was able to get them back by going through my download history. The games in question were TMNT (classic and re-shelled), afterburner climax and outrun online. Im glad I was able to get those back as they are some of the best on the service.

Lightning7710h ago

Well The Ultimate Alliance games have been delisted. I dunno how many old Activision games have been Delisted but MS needs to remake or remaster old Activision games and release them on Xbox and PS. I. Hope that's what they're doing right now.

They can't reserve everything but they 100% can reserve what they got or own.

Vits12h ago

Fortunately, the X360 was jailbroken a long time ago, so a good part of its library is available for download from 'alternative' sources. Still, it's a bummer to see the store going away.

Inverno10h ago(Edited 10h ago)

Dawn of The First Day
-72 Hours Remain-

Also they can keep the store up for life if they wanted.

hiawa239h ago(Edited 9h ago)

Series X for the back compat titles, and OG Xbox and X360 for those not on BC. I pretty much bought all of the digital games I want for the 360 so I am good.

anast7h ago

They are holding games hostage so people spend more money. This is some sleazy stuff.

Reaper22_6h ago

No, not telling you would be sleazy. I have a few more games to buy then I'm good. 360 was and still is a great console. Xbox is the best place to play!

anast5h ago

I'm not sure we are on the same page.

kennyg1232h ago

you guys will really defend xbox no matter what they do

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