Spring Dashboard update bugs out

"It looks like consoles just turned into unreliable PCs." Chilling words for those naive souls who thought background downloading came without a Mephistophelian price. Xbox 360 owners across the web report various problems with the Spring Dashboard Update ranging from choppy, unwatchable video clips to negative effects on certain games. XboxFanBoy has posted a list of complaints collected from the various game forums.

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bernie6622d ago

Downloaded the Xbox360 update and the Oblivion update and everything's fine. All the new features work great!

Majunior6622d ago

i got the update and then dl the halo 3 trailer to show a friend it was skippin like a ba$tard!!! But besides that no other problems...havnt played oblivion in awhile maybe ill check it out to c if it takes longer to load...M$ another update plz!

DrunKao6621d ago

I'm really happy with the spring update but I'm having one problem and it's with videos. Ever since I updated, whenever I watch any of the videos it skips. Not really bad but it's still noticeable and annoying. I don't think people should bash MS for it because they've done such a really great job with this update. I guess it's inevitable that there will be some problems. I do have faith that Microsoft will fix them as soon as possible. I've had my Xbox 360 since midnight November 22nd and this is basicly the only problem I've had with it. I love my Xbox 360 and Microsoft for what they have done and are doing with it. Does anyone know if the onscreen keyboard will ever have an option for qwerty layout?

THELANDSOFSAND6622d ago (Edited 6622d ago )

this is weird- i have had no problems and haven't heard about anyone else having any apart from in this article... my games have been running and loading fine and oblivion is working great. similarly i have no crashing or flickering on my video. could these just be unrelated coincidences? it seems odd only some people would have these bugs.

FamoAmo6622d ago

I have had no problems. I actually think my 360 is running better since the update. I also wanted to comment about the overheating.-I have had my 360 since launch and have had no problems. A friend of mine moved his 360 into his entertainment center shelf and closed the door and like 5 minutes later the red lights were flashing and he quick opened the door and thank god nothing happend but something would have if he didn't open the door. So pretty much KEEP YOU 360 IN A OPEN SPOT WHERE IT CAN GENERATE AIR EASILY. IF YOU DO THAT IT WON'T OVERHEAT!!

JPomper6622d ago

Aside from having to edit that first quote the majority of the article is composed of horribly written message board posts.

I haven't experienced once problem and am quite pleased with the update.

USMChardcharger6622d ago

is this more rumors by PS fans to make the 360 look like it is broke? (for example: the over heating rumor...i have yet to talk with anyone who owns a 360, face to face, say they have had overheating problems.) you can not really know if someone posting in forums actually owns a 360.

no problems from me either.

THELANDSOFSAND6622d ago

yes, i agree about the overheating. it is way more uncommon than some would have you believe. if they had heating issues, believe me, my 360 would be overheating!

RealDoubleJ6622d ago

there''s a UK poster in the Xbox forums who has a gamerscore of nearly 12000 points and he claims his 360 is right next to his radiator and has never had a heating problem. I'm not saying all 360's are like this. Also, it must be down to something the user themselves are doing because there are posters on the forums who are on their 4th or 5th 360. It's handy MS doesn't charge for replacements.

Jay da 2KBalla6622d ago

USM I was thinking the same thing.

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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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Sonyslave321h ago

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

monkey6024h ago

I agree. 9 was awesome

Shaolin Monks next please

vTuro243h ago

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

vTuro243h 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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Tacoboto7h ago(Edited 7h 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

franwex4h 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!!!

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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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shadowT12h ago

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

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darthv729h ago(Edited 9h 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.

Lightning777h 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.

Vits9h 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.

Inverno7h ago(Edited 7h ago)

Dawn of The First Day
-72 Hours Remain-

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

hiawa236h ago(Edited 6h 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.

anast4h ago

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

Reaper22_3h 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!

anast3h ago

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

kennyg12319m ago

you guys will really defend xbox no matter what they do

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