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NXE Release - New Xbox Experience Nov 19, 2008

NXE: New Xbox Experience

Versions: Version 2.0.7357.0
Date Released: 2008-11-19(Midnight)

Announced at E3 2008, a new version of the Xbox 360 software will be released. It is a graphical and multiplayer enhancement, and is set to be released on 2008-11-19. Netflix support is also going to be available in the update (US users only).

What is NXE?
Enter the ultimate social entertainment experience. Connect with your favorite people and enjoy more games and entertainment online than with any other device connected to your TV. Welcome to the New Xbox Experience.

How do get NXE?
You don’t have to do anything, really. The update will download just like a normal system update would. You will see a status bar letting you know how long it will take, and you won’t be able to use the console during this time. Once the update finishes the console will reload into the welcome page, and you will be able to begin exploring the new features and experiences on Xbox 360.

What New about NXE
User Interface changes

Completely redesiged GUI (Similar to Windows Media Center).
New pop-up/in-game Live Guide, using a redesigned version of the blades interface
New sound effects (menus only, notification sounds remain the same)
Ability to preview your own themes before setting them.
Ability to disable notifications (new messages, chat requests, etc.) or mute the notification sound
Support for 1440x900 and 1680x1050 16:10 resolutions (displays with black bars/letterboxed) over VGA and HDMI (when using DVI)

Xbox Live changes

Xbox Live Party allowing for 8 person chat and image sharing.
Fully customizable Avatars for use in upcoming games and on Xbox Live. (Some current games will also receive an update on November 19th to support the new Avatars).[8]
Access Xbox Live Marketplace on a PC via Xbox.com with the ability to queue downloads to the xbox.
Ability to watch Netflix movies on your Xbox 360. (You must be in the US, a Gold Xbox Live member, and a Netflix Unlimited Subscriber)

Game changes

Option to install games to hard drive in order to decrease load times and to make the hardware quieter. The disc must still be present for the game to load.
Information from Xbox Live regarding the game in your disc tray.
Quick Launch for launching games on your console
Ability to remove games with 0 gamerscore from your profiles played games list
Auto Start - Option to set whether you want the disc to run/or stay idle when the disc tray closes with a game or media disc inside, by default it's set to run

NOTE: Update requires 128MB of free memory

Credit: Wikipedia and NXE Landing Page

Xbox NXE Video

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Star Wars
The Clone Wars - Lightsaber Duels
by Lucas Arts
Platform: Nintendo Wii

The Clone Wars is a state of the art computer-animated motion picture and television series that bridges the gap between Episode II and Episode III. The Clone Wars brings a fresh new look to the timeless saga of one of the most celebrated stories and introduces generations of fans to brand new characters as well as classic rivalries and conflicts that delve deeper into the Star Wars mythos. Now everyone can experience the fun and excitement of a Lightsaber fight.

Star Wars The Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels immerses you in the characters, locations, and epic duels from the all-new Star Wars animated feature film and TV series. Built from the ground-up for Wii, Lightsaber Duels features an intuitive motion-controlled combat system that puts the Lightsaber weapon in your hand. Mastering the Jedi's distinctive weapon is now within any player's grasp.

Check Price: $49.99 Amazon.com
Release Date: November 11, 2008.

Features

Fight the most memorable duels from The Clone Wars feature film and TV series
Wield your Wii Remote like a Lightsaber and experience first-hand the unique weapon of the Jedi knights with intuitive controls, so no matter what your gaming experience you can become a Lightsaber master
Play with your friends as your favorite Clone Wars hero or villain from familiar characters like Anakin Skywalker and General Grievous to new faces like Ahsoka Tano and Asajj Ventress each with a unique fighting style and set of skills
Exploit your interactive surroundings to defeat your opponent: slice down pillars and Force throw them against your foe
Duel your way through significant Clone Wars locations, such as Tatooine and Teth

The Clone War: Lighsaber Duels Wii Video Review and Trailer

Fable II, Limited Collector's Edition

Platform: Xbox 360
Price: $69.99

Beginning as a penniless street-urchin your destiny is to become Albion's greatest Hero. But will your power lie in kindness or cruelty? Choose your own path to glory and experience how those choices change you and the world forever. A new life, a unique adventure - every time!

Fable II - Limited Collectors Edition
Players: 1 Player / 2 Player Co-op
Save File Size: 10 MB
Format: 16:9 Widescreen on HDTV

Audio: Custom Soundtracks In-Game Dolby® Digital

Limited Collector's Edition includes:

Bonus DVD - Includes new 'Making-of Feature' with Peter Molyneux and the team at Lionhead Studios and art gallery
Bonus In-Game Content (Requires LIVE account) - Includes "The Hall of the Dead" Dungeon, "The Wreckager" Legendary Cutlass Weapon and Spartan armor and energy sword
48-hour Xbox LIVE Gold Trial Card - With Xbox LIVE Gold, players can show off their individual hero by inviting friends into their unique version of Albion or they can visit their friends' Albion, and earn additional gold, experience and renown to take back into their own

Credit & Image from : Amazon.com

NBA 2K9 vs NBA Live 09 Release Oct 7

NBA 2K9 vs. NBA Live 09
(Playstation 3 vs Xbox360)
Released date Oct 7, 2008

NBA Live 09
Released Date: Oct 7, 2008
Platform : PLAYSTATION 3
Price: $54.96
Rating: All

Some Features
It rewrites the book on authenticity and connectivity - but is still accessible enough for new users. Dynamic DNA emulates - with absolute precision - an NBA player in every sense of the word. NBA LIVE 365 takes the statistical data of Dynamic DNA and brings it to life. Just like the real NBA game, players get injured, free agents sign late, great players go cold and no-names break through.

NBA 2K9
Released Date: Oct 7, 2008
Plateform: Xbox 360
Price: $54.96
Rating: All

Some Features
NBA 2K9 is for gamers and basketball fans everywhere who want to play a fun, stylistic, and feature-rich NBA simulation. With IsoMotion Pro, Shot Stick Advanced, Adaptive AI, All-New Broadcast Team, Better Replays & Cut Scenes

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Kobe Bryant NBA 2k9 Game Review (Video Review)

NBA 2K9 Trailer

NBA Live 09 (Trailer)

NBA Live 09 vs. NBA 2K9 (Celtic vs Lakers)

World of Warcraft
Wrath of the Lich King Expansion Pack
by Blizzard Entertainment
Released on November 13, 2008

For Windows Vista / XP, Macintosh
Rating: Teen
Price: $39.99

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Some Features

Master the necromantic powers of the Death Knight -- World of Warcraft's first Hero class
Learn craft of spell augmentation with new Inscription profession
Explore vast new continent and perilous dungeons filled with deadly creatures
Engage in epic siege warfare
Transform hero's look with new character-customization options

Video Wrath of the Lich King Trailer from Youtube.com

Madden NFL 09
20th Anniversary Collector's Edition

Madden NFL 09 is the American football video game series published by EA Sports. The game can play with the Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, Wii, XBox, and Xbox 360 consoles. There will be a PC version of Madden NFL 09 in January. The Wii version of the game is titled Madden NFL 09 All-Play and was launched under EA Sports' new All-Play brand exclusive to the platform.

The 20th Anniversary Collector's Edition of Madden NFL 09 includes NFL Head Coach 09, exclusive classic Madden gameplay, and bonus video content. A demo of the game has been released on Xbox Live and PlayStation Network. The standard version and the anniversary package were released on August 12, 2008.

Key Features

Step into the world of pro football like you can experience only with the legendary John Madden
Play like a pro no matter what your skill level with the Adaptive Difficulty Engine that tailors your experience to suit your proficiency
Hone your skills in the Virtual Training Center, featuring a holographic environment designed to help you fine-tune your game
Execute plays and celebrations like never before with the Total Control Animation System that delivers the most authentic gameplay ever in the series
Receive customized feedback from EA Sports BackTrack to learn from your mistakes as you play and correct them so you can achieve total dominance on the field
Access stats, customized tips and in-game options without pausing the game and losing your momentum by using the new Options OnDemand Picture-in-Picture
Battle it out on the gridiron with up to 32 teams in Online Leagues,complete with trades and statistical tracking
For 1 to 4 players

Check Price
Madden NFL 09