You may remember the rumours a few weeks ago, claiming that a defect had caused EB Games Australia to call for a recall of every single one of its Xbox 360 Premium consoles.
Allegedly, a batch of faulty HDDs had caused the problem, leading to orders asking store managers to test every Xbox 360 console in stock at Aussie EB stores.
It's been a bit slow on the ball but Microsoft has finally come out and denied the rumour, telling CVG "there has been no 'recall' in Australia or anywhere else. The rumours and speculation appearing are just that - rumours and speculation."
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."
Shaolin Monks is a forgotten gem. I would love to see a new one, or a remake of the old.
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.
Microsoft has slashed the prices of games across the Xbox 360 store in preparation for its July 29th closure.
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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
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!!!
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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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.
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.
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.
Dawn of The First Day
-72 Hours Remain-
Also they can keep the store up for life if they wanted.
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.
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!
this is why it doesnt pay to believe everything you read on the net
although MS have had a tough time lately i can only see things getting better from here on, i count myself lucky ive never had a problem with my console but yes im happy for the warrenty and im happy MS are sorting out the hardwar issues
congratulations to sony though, its nice to see they havnt had any huge issues with their hardware, everyone should be able to enjoy their choice of console without the fear of it craping out
who says that ms does not lie ? i mean why should retailers lie ?
Who cares, if Microsoft are fixing the problem its better than not doing anything about it.
Even though it makes me sick the amount of nonsense Microsoft have said about the issue being 'various' causes at least Microsoft have said 'yes there are issues and we are paying BACK to the people that paid to fix it and giving a 3yr warranty on the red light issue'.
I hope Microsoft has learnt its lesson this gen and next time does not use cheap parts and does not rush a console onto the market to beat the competion.
But since technology is moving and Microsoft will be using 65nm CPU and GPU it wont be long before everyone including Sony start using 45nm technology meaning even the next gen consoles after this SHOULD be very reliable.
EDIT: Wow I lost a bubble...
I dont know about a total recall as it was only EB games but my local EB games had to return all their stock and wait for new stock to arrive. They are also no longer allowed to offer their in store extented replacement warranty (which is how I've gotten 2 new machines not repair jobs) although they will still honour warrantys that already exist.
I honestly dont know what to think when it comes to M$ anymore.
Flame me if you like but everything I just said is true.
-That's because in Australia, they don't call them recalls, they call them switcharoonys