Flying done right..!

This just one of MANY reasons Saint’s Row 2 is way better than GTA4. GTA tried to be cool by letting you fly in an assault chopper but without and real lock on missles or gatlin guns it is just boring to use for more than just a fast transport vehicle. Now this video shows how useing a helicopter should be used in an action game.

Saints Row 2 'Flying' trailer

New Killzone 2 Multiplayer Video

This is an trailer of the multiplayer gameplay of Killzone 2.

New Killzone 2 Multiplayer Video

This is an trailer of the multiplayer gameplay of Killzone 2.

Playstation HOME Beta

Sony is now excepting HOME Beta registrations via the PlayStation Network by downloading a HOME theme. Just buy downloading the HOME theme you will be registering for the beta access. This is not a guarantee to access to the Beta but it is at least some information that the time is drawing near. I for one hope to get in. I really want to get into my PS3 allot more and really enjoy myself just hanging out and making new friends with like minded gamers. Now if you have a PS3 and a master account go download it already….!

Playstation HOME Beta

Sony is now excepting HOME Beta registrations via the PlayStation Network by downloading a HOME theme. Just buy downloading the HOME theme you will be registering for the beta access. This is not a guarantee to access to the Beta but it is at least some information that the time is drawing near. I for one hope to get in. I really want to get into my PS3 allot more and really enjoy myself just hanging out and making new friends with like minded gamers. Now if you have a PS3 and a master account go download it already….!

Details on Netflix intergration

US Xbox 360 got some huge news today in Microsoft’s new partnership with Netflix, but the Dashboard’s got us pretty damned excited, too. We got a chance to sit down with Microsoft, including Shane Kim, VP of Strategy and BizDev for Xbox. Here’s what you need to know:

Netflix

For now, Netflix will only stream in about-SD resolution.
As Netflix transitions to HD, Microsoft said it stands to reason that streaming HD to the Xbox should be feasible. (Read: eventual.)
Netflix will be for Xbox Live Gold members only, so you’ll be paying that $50 per year if you want it.
Netflix video sharing ONLY works with other Netflix / Xbox Live Gold subscribers. You can’t share video with a Silver member, or who doesn’t subscribe to Netflix.
Microsoft doesn’t seem to have concerns about redundant content between Netflix and XBLM, or Netflix cannibalizing XBLM sales. Makes sense — if you had content available to rent or stream with Netflix, you probably weren’t going to pay to rent it on XBLM anyway.

Xbox Dashboard / Guide and Live

“No functionality goes away” in new Dash — so you won’t be missing anything you have now.
Microsoft’s Shane Kim says the company has “no plans to create a [Sony] ‘Home’-like environment. … It’s about delivering base functionality at the service level.” So it sounds like the avatars won’t have a Home-like virtual theme-park to run around in.
No comment was made about Xbox price drops or how long it will take to get to the all-important $199 price point.
There will be no increase in your number of Xbox Live friends. Psh.
Don’t like the new Dashboard look or avatars? Sorry, sucka, it’s a mandatory update. Hey, at least it’s free.
Microsoft didn’t have any comment on what it intends to do about the whole modded controller thing.
The content Marketplace will be overhauled and revamped to ensure it’s easier to navigate and much more scalable for the huge amount of content it’s got.

RUMOR…New Dash Features

Compatibility with 3rd party wireless controllers
Compatibility with messenger pad
Xbox Live Vision firmware upgrade, sharper image filtering
Many more Vision Cam settings
New screensaver settings – when away from Xbox 360, screensaver will play for optional time, before screen goes dark
New Xbox Live Arcade blade – where you can download, play and learn about Xbox Live Arcade
Brand new “web based adver-games” flash games which aren’t downloaded, but are playable bite sized games, accessed via new Xbox Live Arcade Blade
New Screensaver option in Themes and Gamer Pics option in Marketplace blade
New functionality with Messenger, works with chatpad
New XNA Game Launcher for those that have the program, new options
New language, time and date settings
New “advertising opportunities” in gameplay
Xvid support
New “favourites” option via Xbox Live Arcade, can rate according to preference
IPTV Functionality – support for TiVo like PVR options. Will be able to record TV direct. Options include source by channel, director, actor and distributor
Filter friends list, will be able to filter friends via games
New clan support – will be able to launch clan games direct from dashboard, can “fold” friends into new clan category in friends list
Better translations in settings and other options for Japanese, German and Spanish languages
New quick option to delete via X Button in memory viewer.
Option for having downloadable In-game content not inform when completed download
Option for having video content not inform when completed download
Faster settings for viewing unfinished video content downloads
New option in Games tab – beta and others, will be launcher for MMO and multiplayer betas
New option in Marketplace Games tab, search by letter, can be inputted via text pad or console
Smarter game settings – you can be messaged via publishers about new in-game content for your games
Picture in picture functionality for DVD Drive and some other updated settings
Improved USB Keyboard settings
Improved voice chat settings in game and from dashboard
Faster response times to Redeem Code settings
Option to play a Redeemed Code game straight after redeeming code
Console will now recognise low Hard Drive space, will inform you immediately if can’t download current item, will automatically download next available that is able.
Increased space size for gamerpics and dashboard themes
Themes can now be animated
Themes may now have sound effects
Better slideshow capabilities, new options added. New sound effects and integration with Hard Drive/ PC music capable.
New estimated timer for downloads, informing how long download will expect to take

RUMOR..Avatar customization options

Here is a list of Avatar customization options that are floating around the net.

Rumored Avatar Customization Options

Hats:
Black Baseball Cap
Baseball Cap
Flat Cap

Hair:
Side Parting Hair (and with hat)
Slicked Parted Hair (and with hat)
Clean Cut Hair (and with hat)
Compact Hair (and with hat)
Crew Cut Hair (and with hat)
Slicked Hair (and with hat)
Ponytail Hair (and with hat)
Swept Hair (and with hat)
Flat Hair (and with hat)
The Captain Cut
Old Hair (and with hat)
Bun Hair
Thick Hair
Pig Tails
Hair Layered with Fringe Hair Tied On Top
Bob with Fringe Hair
Spiked Hair
Studious Hair Number 66
Shaped Hair
Basin Hair

Eyes:
Happy Eyes
Sharp Eyes
Half Moon Eyes
Focused Eyes
Harmless Eyes
Passive Eyes
Relaxed Eyes
Surprised Eyes
Soft Lashes
Restful Eyes
Monday Morning Eyes
Bold Eyes
Soft Eyes
Funky Eyes
Wild Eyes
Comforting Eyes
Droopy Eyes
Content Eyes
Slim Eyes
Excited Eyes
Eagle Eyes
Polite Eyes
Rested Eyes
Puppy Eyes
Rounded Eyes
Strong Eyes
Boxed Eyes
Thin Eyes
Studious Eyes
Tranquil Eyes
Dark Eyes
Dot Eyes
Tilted Eyes
Delicate Eyes
Almond Eyes
Wavy Eyes
Thick Lashed
Eyes Wide
Awake Eyes
Calm Eyes
Slender Eyes
Kind Eyes
Drowsy Eyes
Acorn Eyes
Sunset Eyes
Genial Eyes
No Features

Eyebrows:
Normal
Straight
Arched
Studious
Curvy
Large
Familiar
Thick
Small
Angled
Big and Flat
Delicate
Small and Thin
Short and Thick
Straight and Thick
Half Moon
Soft
Strong
Monobrow

Ears:
Fantasy Ears
Butterfly Ears
Round Ears
Elven Ears
Long Ears
Prominent Ears
Shapes Ears
Small Ears
Spiked Ears

Nose:
Define
Boxer’s Nose
Curved
Drooped
Angled
Hooked
Bulbous
Large
Sharp
Perked
Rough
Rounded
Small
Straight
Long
Tiny
Wide
Soft

Mouths:
Spiked Puzzles
Gentle
Small and Rounded
Curvy
Deep Lips
Smirk
Grin
Vibrant
Unhappy
Cheeky
Lined
Cute
Fearsome
Tongue Out
Teethy
Full
Happy
Open
Bunny
Vampire
Wide
Small
Locked Teeth
Glamor
Thin Lipped
Square
Thick Lipped

Chins:
Jaw Stubble
Large
Thin
Long
Chiseled
Rounded
Sharp
Square
Small
Wide

Accessories:
Funky Shades
Hip Watch
Sports Wristband
Gold Ring
Silver Ring
Watch With Leather Strap
Plain Bracelet
Pink Bling Ring
Green Bling Ring
Cool Earrings
Tops Etc.
Zip-Up Jacket with Chain Power T-Shirt (Green)
Power T-shirt (Purple)
Red T-shirt
Polo Shirt
Studious Checkered Shirt
Blue Shirt Black Jacket with Zips Alt T-Shirt
Manly T-shirt
Cheap T-shirt
Green Flowered Vest
Tight T-Shirt (Orange)
Tight T-shirt (Blue)
Move T-Shirt Open Neck
Navy Top
Grey Shirt
Yellow Cardigan with Green Vest
Cowgirl Shirt
Black Crop Top with Sweat Bands
Short Brown Jacket Tight
Green Flowered Vest
Bottoms Etc.
Blue Jeans
Grey Skirt with Thread Detail Three Quarter Length
Camo Trousers
Short Frilly Black Skirt
Layered Black Skirt with Belt Denim
Short Shorts
Hawaiian Hotpants
Grey Jogging Bottoms
Turn-up Surfer Shorts
Fitted Black Trousers
Polkadot Skirt
Jeans with Pattern Detail
Jeans with Side Stitching
Beige Chinos
Brown Trousers
Faded Jeans
Navy Jeans
Brown Camo Jeans
Surfer Shorts

Shoes:
Formal Shoes
Orange Sneakers
White Trainers
Hiker Trainers
Brown Decks
Light Loafers
White and Red Trainers
Orange and Blue Trainers
Dark Brown Decks
Sky Blue Decks
Orange Decks
Pink Decks
Brown Sandals
Black Boots with Buckle
Sports Trainers

Gender and Basic Options:
Male Body
Female Body
Male Body Head
Texture Head

Neutral Animations:
Closet Examine
Lower Closet Examine
Shoes Closet Examine
Upper Closet
Spin Animation
Creator Walk On
Creator Walk Off
Creator Look Down
Creator Look Left
Creator Look Neutral
Creator Look Right
Creator Look Up
Creator Turn Left
Creator Pick Me Start
Creator Pick Me Stop
Creator Pick Me
Generic Clap
Generic Stand 0
Generic Stand 1
Generic Stand 2
Generic Wave
Generic Celebration

Male and Female Animations:
Angry
Confused
Idle Looks Around
Idle Check Nails (female only)
Idle Shifts Weight (female only)
Idle Stomp Spider (female only)
Idle Stretch (male only)
Idle Turn Around (male only
Laugh
Sad Cry
Shocked Surprised
Yawn

[Thanks, DCB and SS1029]

Pictures of Avatar setup…..

Here are two pictures from the web that showcase an idea or the actual screens for the upcomming Fall Update for the Xbox 360 this fall.

New Dash Game Installs

When we all get the new Dashboard Update for the XBOX Live this month we will have the option to install any game to the hard drive. That meaning that you will still need the Disk to verify that you have the disk but after it verifies that you have it in the drive the game will then stop spinning the disk and run just from the HDD.
I am gonna update as I find more videos and/or websites with more information.

‘This Gametrailers.com video is a little sharper”

Details on Netflix intergration

US Xbox 360 got some huge news today in Microsoft’s new partnership with Netflix, but the Dashboard’s got us pretty damned excited, too. We got a chance to sit down with Microsoft, including Shane Kim, VP of Strategy and BizDev for Xbox. Here’s what you need to know:

Netflix

For now, Netflix will only stream in about-SD resolution.
As Netflix transitions to HD, Microsoft said it stands to reason that streaming HD to the Xbox should be feasible. (Read: eventual.)
Netflix will be for Xbox Live Gold members only, so you’ll be paying that $50 per year if you want it.
Netflix video sharing ONLY works with other Netflix / Xbox Live Gold subscribers. You can’t share video with a Silver member, or who doesn’t subscribe to Netflix.
Microsoft doesn’t seem to have concerns about redundant content between Netflix and XBLM, or Netflix cannibalizing XBLM sales. Makes sense — if you had content available to rent or stream with Netflix, you probably weren’t going to pay to rent it on XBLM anyway.

Xbox Dashboard / Guide and Live

“No functionality goes away” in new Dash — so you won’t be missing anything you have now.
Microsoft’s Shane Kim says the company has “no plans to create a [Sony] ‘Home’-like environment. … It’s about delivering base functionality at the service level.” So it sounds like the avatars won’t have a Home-like virtual theme-park to run around in.
No comment was made about Xbox price drops or how long it will take to get to the all-important $199 price point.
There will be no increase in your number of Xbox Live friends. Psh.
Don’t like the new Dashboard look or avatars? Sorry, sucka, it’s a mandatory update. Hey, at least it’s free.
Microsoft didn’t have any comment on what it intends to do about the whole modded controller thing.
The content Marketplace will be overhauled and revamped to ensure it’s easier to navigate and much more scalable for the huge amount of content it’s got.

RUMOR…New Dash Features

Compatibility with 3rd party wireless controllers
Compatibility with messenger pad
Xbox Live Vision firmware upgrade, sharper image filtering
Many more Vision Cam settings
New screensaver settings – when away from Xbox 360, screensaver will play for optional time, before screen goes dark
New Xbox Live Arcade blade – where you can download, play and learn about Xbox Live Arcade
Brand new “web based adver-games” flash games which aren’t downloaded, but are playable bite sized games, accessed via new Xbox Live Arcade Blade
New Screensaver option in Themes and Gamer Pics option in Marketplace blade
New functionality with Messenger, works with chatpad
New XNA Game Launcher for those that have the program, new options
New language, time and date settings
New “advertising opportunities” in gameplay
Xvid support
New “favourites” option via Xbox Live Arcade, can rate according to preference
IPTV Functionality – support for TiVo like PVR options. Will be able to record TV direct. Options include source by channel, director, actor and distributor
Filter friends list, will be able to filter friends via games
New clan support – will be able to launch clan games direct from dashboard, can “fold” friends into new clan category in friends list
Better translations in settings and other options for Japanese, German and Spanish languages
New quick option to delete via X Button in memory viewer.
Option for having downloadable In-game content not inform when completed download
Option for having video content not inform when completed download
Faster settings for viewing unfinished video content downloads
New option in Games tab – beta and others, will be launcher for MMO and multiplayer betas
New option in Marketplace Games tab, search by letter, can be inputted via text pad or console
Smarter game settings – you can be messaged via publishers about new in-game content for your games
Picture in picture functionality for DVD Drive and some other updated settings
Improved USB Keyboard settings
Improved voice chat settings in game and from dashboard
Faster response times to Redeem Code settings
Option to play a Redeemed Code game straight after redeeming code
Console will now recognise low Hard Drive space, will inform you immediately if can’t download current item, will automatically download next available that is able.
Increased space size for gamerpics and dashboard themes
Themes can now be animated
Themes may now have sound effects
Better slideshow capabilities, new options added. New sound effects and integration with Hard Drive/ PC music capable.
New estimated timer for downloads, informing how long download will expect to take

RUMOR..Avatar customization options

Here is a list of Avatar customization options that are floating around the net.

Rumored Avatar Customization Options

Hats:
Black Baseball Cap
Baseball Cap
Flat Cap

Hair:
Side Parting Hair (and with hat)
Slicked Parted Hair (and with hat)
Clean Cut Hair (and with hat)
Compact Hair (and with hat)
Crew Cut Hair (and with hat)
Slicked Hair (and with hat)
Ponytail Hair (and with hat)
Swept Hair (and with hat)
Flat Hair (and with hat)
The Captain Cut
Old Hair (and with hat)
Bun Hair
Thick Hair
Pig Tails
Hair Layered with Fringe Hair Tied On Top
Bob with Fringe Hair
Spiked Hair
Studious Hair Number 66
Shaped Hair
Basin Hair

Eyes:
Happy Eyes
Sharp Eyes
Half Moon Eyes
Focused Eyes
Harmless Eyes
Passive Eyes
Relaxed Eyes
Surprised Eyes
Soft Lashes
Restful Eyes
Monday Morning Eyes
Bold Eyes
Soft Eyes
Funky Eyes
Wild Eyes
Comforting Eyes
Droopy Eyes
Content Eyes
Slim Eyes
Excited Eyes
Eagle Eyes
Polite Eyes
Rested Eyes
Puppy Eyes
Rounded Eyes
Strong Eyes
Boxed Eyes
Thin Eyes
Studious Eyes
Tranquil Eyes
Dark Eyes
Dot Eyes
Tilted Eyes
Delicate Eyes
Almond Eyes
Wavy Eyes
Thick Lashed
Eyes Wide
Awake Eyes
Calm Eyes
Slender Eyes
Kind Eyes
Drowsy Eyes
Acorn Eyes
Sunset Eyes
Genial Eyes
No Features

Eyebrows:
Normal
Straight
Arched
Studious
Curvy
Large
Familiar
Thick
Small
Angled
Big and Flat
Delicate
Small and Thin
Short and Thick
Straight and Thick
Half Moon
Soft
Strong
Monobrow

Ears:
Fantasy Ears
Butterfly Ears
Round Ears
Elven Ears
Long Ears
Prominent Ears
Shapes Ears
Small Ears
Spiked Ears

Nose:
Define
Boxer’s Nose
Curved
Drooped
Angled
Hooked
Bulbous
Large
Sharp
Perked
Rough
Rounded
Small
Straight
Long
Tiny
Wide
Soft

Mouths:
Spiked Puzzles
Gentle
Small and Rounded
Curvy
Deep Lips
Smirk
Grin
Vibrant
Unhappy
Cheeky
Lined
Cute
Fearsome
Tongue Out
Teethy
Full
Happy
Open
Bunny
Vampire
Wide
Small
Locked Teeth
Glamor
Thin Lipped
Square
Thick Lipped

Chins:
Jaw Stubble
Large
Thin
Long
Chiseled
Rounded
Sharp
Square
Small
Wide

Accessories:
Funky Shades
Hip Watch
Sports Wristband
Gold Ring
Silver Ring
Watch With Leather Strap
Plain Bracelet
Pink Bling Ring
Green Bling Ring
Cool Earrings
Tops Etc.
Zip-Up Jacket with Chain Power T-Shirt (Green)
Power T-shirt (Purple)
Red T-shirt
Polo Shirt
Studious Checkered Shirt
Blue Shirt Black Jacket with Zips Alt T-Shirt
Manly T-shirt
Cheap T-shirt
Green Flowered Vest
Tight T-Shirt (Orange)
Tight T-shirt (Blue)
Move T-Shirt Open Neck
Navy Top
Grey Shirt
Yellow Cardigan with Green Vest
Cowgirl Shirt
Black Crop Top with Sweat Bands
Short Brown Jacket Tight
Green Flowered Vest
Bottoms Etc.
Blue Jeans
Grey Skirt with Thread Detail Three Quarter Length
Camo Trousers
Short Frilly Black Skirt
Layered Black Skirt with Belt Denim
Short Shorts
Hawaiian Hotpants
Grey Jogging Bottoms
Turn-up Surfer Shorts
Fitted Black Trousers
Polkadot Skirt
Jeans with Pattern Detail
Jeans with Side Stitching
Beige Chinos
Brown Trousers
Faded Jeans
Navy Jeans
Brown Camo Jeans
Surfer Shorts

Shoes:
Formal Shoes
Orange Sneakers
White Trainers
Hiker Trainers
Brown Decks
Light Loafers
White and Red Trainers
Orange and Blue Trainers
Dark Brown Decks
Sky Blue Decks
Orange Decks
Pink Decks
Brown Sandals
Black Boots with Buckle
Sports Trainers

Gender and Basic Options:
Male Body
Female Body
Male Body Head
Texture Head

Neutral Animations:
Closet Examine
Lower Closet Examine
Shoes Closet Examine
Upper Closet
Spin Animation
Creator Walk On
Creator Walk Off
Creator Look Down
Creator Look Left
Creator Look Neutral
Creator Look Right
Creator Look Up
Creator Turn Left
Creator Pick Me Start
Creator Pick Me Stop
Creator Pick Me
Generic Clap
Generic Stand 0
Generic Stand 1
Generic Stand 2
Generic Wave
Generic Celebration

Male and Female Animations:
Angry
Confused
Idle Looks Around
Idle Check Nails (female only)
Idle Shifts Weight (female only)
Idle Stomp Spider (female only)
Idle Stretch (male only)
Idle Turn Around (male only
Laugh
Sad Cry
Shocked Surprised
Yawn

[Thanks, DCB and SS1029]

Pictures of Avatar setup…..

Here are two pictures from the web that showcase an idea or the actual screens for the upcomming Fall Update for the Xbox 360 this fall.

New Dash Game Installs

When we all get the new Dashboard Update for the XBOX Live this month we will have the option to install any game to the hard drive. That meaning that you will still need the Disk to verify that you have the disk but after it verifies that you have it in the drive the game will then stop spinning the disk and run just from the HDD.
I am gonna update as I find more videos and/or websites with more information.

‘This Gametrailers.com video is a little sharper”