The Offical Next Generation Topic

[Snot Llama]

I AM QUITE AWESOME

Edited June 2, 2005 by Opius

[JulioCaesar]

Wow, I had allways thought this topic went dead once that kid announced it was dead with that retarted photoshop pic, but man was I wrong. This topic went from bitchin' to incredibly weak in a matter of days.

 

Anyways, do you think the PS2 controllers will be compatible with the PS3? I don't see why they wouldn't/shouldn't.

[Demarn]

I kind of think they are, and I also think they aren't. It doesn't look like there is a slot for the old controllers. I also think they aren't because they have wireless controllers. I have a question. Is the part circled in red a flap/lid thats flips up? It kinda looks like it does. Maybe thats where the controllers might go.

 

 

 

 

 

Today, we bring you high resolution pictures of some Xbox 360 peripherals. Available this holiday season in Europe, Japan and North America, Xbox 360 is the next-generation video game and entertainment system that places gamers at the center of the experience.

 

Xbox Live Camera

 

The Xbox Live Camera for Xbox 360 opens up a new world of gaming and entertainment on Xbox Live, the world�s premier online video games service. With the Xbox Live Camera, video chat and video messaging with your friends becomes more than just a feature set; it is an integrated part of the Xbox Live experience. Connect and communicate while playing the same or different games, watching movies, listening to music, and more.

 

 

 

The Xbox Live Camera also takes personalization to a whole new level and allows you to customize your gaming experience by putting your face on characters in your games, all while being able to video chat with your friends as you play online. And with next-generation online motion-detection-enabled games, the Xbox Live Camera puts you entirely in the game and in control of the on-screen characters over Xbox Live.

 

    * High-end online camera supports up to VGA 640x480 video at 30 frames per second and takes 1.3-megapixel still photos.

    * The camera includes a microphone that connects to the controller, so everyone in the room can chat online with their friends.

    * The camera supports built-in video chat and video messaging on Xbox Live.

    * Your face can be imported into games and can also be placed next to your name on leader boards for even more recognition or fame.

    * Chat with your friends while you play online in Xbox 360 games as well as in the Xbox Live Arcade.

 

 

 

Xbox 360 Headset

 

The Xbox 360 Headset heightens the experience of the unprecedented online gaming community, Xbox Live, allowing you to strategize with teammates, trash-talk opponents or just chat with friends while playing your favorite games. You can record and leave short voice messages for friends or family through the free Xbox Live Message Service or connect with buddies online using the headset in place of the phone. Turn it up or turn it down, and experience the most intense gaming experience possible.

 

 

 

    * Boom microphone can be adjusted for optimal sound quality.

    * In-line volume control and mute switch let users adjust the headset volume or switch mute on and off easily.

    * Noise-canceling microphone improves game response to voice commands, and provides crisp and clear voice communication.

    * Lightweight, over-the-head design enables comfortable use.

    * The headset plugs directly into either the Xbox 360 Controller or Xbox Wireless Controller for easy use.

 

 

 

Xbox 360 Memory Unit

 

Further enhancing the gaming experience, Xbox 360 Memory Units allow you to save your in-game achievements and unique gamer profiles. The Memory Units are easily portable and enable quick and easy access to previously established benchmarks, putting you in control of your games and your lifestyle. You can save your games, your Xbox Live� profile, and more with Xbox 360 Memory Units.

 

 

 

    * Transport your Memory Unit in the portable carrying case that fits on your keychain.

    * The Memory Unit (64 MB) requires no setup. Just plug it in, and you can save your favorite games.

    * Xbox 360 holds up to two Memory Units, so you can easily upgrade to more storage space.

 

 

 

Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote

 

The Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote was engineered to serve as your integrated control center for the entire Xbox 360 experience. Enter a new world of digital entertainment with the touch of a single button. Play DVD movies and music, plus control your TV and your Media Center PC with one controller. The centralized, glowing Xbox Guide Button gives you quick access to your digital movies, music, and games library, and backlit buttons make the keypad easy to see in a darkened home theater. So kick back, relax, and enjoy the ride.

 

 

 

 

    * Power your Xbox 360 system on or off without leaving the couch.

    * The Xbox Guide Button allows for easy navigation of the Xbox Gamer Guide.

    * The Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote includes control buttons for your music, pictures, and more.

    * The Xbox 360 supports progressive-scan for DVD playback functionality, including a control for opening and closing the tray.

    * The remote supports universal TV and console functionality, including volume and mute buttons and up-and-down channel changing.

    * Windows XP Media Center Edition Button and Media Center Edition functionality are featured.

    * A, B, X, and Y buttons are included for basic control of your Xbox 360 system, even without a controller.

    * Numbered and backlight keypad gives you full functionality, even in the dark.

 

 

Source

 

 

 

Despite early reports that claimed Grand Theft Auto would be a PS3 launch title (gotta love that early launch chaos), we have confirmed with our editors at the Sony E3 press event that no new GTA title has been confirmed for Sony's upcoming machine. What Rockstar did confirm, however, was that it would be supporting the powerhouse system in the future and that it's looking forward to creating living, breathing worlds with the Cell technology. Evidence of this could be found in Rockstar's PS3 trailer that showed an old-west style desert game that is as of yet unnamed. We'll have more on that in just a few minutes.

 

©2005, IGN Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved

 

 

Rockstar Supports PS3

 

Maybe that preview of that western style game was part of GTA4

 

 

I bet anything like they did with the PS and PS2 they are going to make a smaller verision of the PS3.

 

PS= PSone

PS2= PStwo

PS3= PSthree

 

 

Who knows. I hope they do. I would like to see a new model of the PS3. Is it me or is this topic pure dead. I haven't really seen much post in here in the past days/week.

Edited June 4, 2005 by Demarn

[Liquid Metal Face]

I cannot f*cking wait for Metal Gear Solid 4, which is coming for the PLAYSTATION f*ckING THREE, BABY! I got a little XBOX 360 booklet that came with an issue of PSM. Ironic huh? According to the PSM team, it isn't there fault because it's the publisher that takes care of the ads. I just threw the booklet on the floor of my room. f*ck Microsoft.

[blindsk8er6d9]

I cannot f*cking wait for Metal Gear Solid 4, which is coming for the PLAYSTATION f*ckING THREE, BABY! I got a little XBOX 360 booklet that came with an issue of PSM. Ironic huh? According to the PSM team, it isn't there fault because it's the publisher that takes care of the ads. I just threw the booklet on the floor of my room. f*ck Microsoft.

I 2nd that.................f*ck Microsoft and there crappy system.

[Hunter¥]

Sorry for the lack of updates lately. Been having alot of trouble with family and such.. I'll update some stuff...

 

Edit: This topic isn't meant to be active.

Edited June 4, 2005 by Hunter¥

[Next-Gen]

There. More articles and updated the Xbox360 gallery.

[Thorpe]

I like the way Microsoft wants everybody to be lazy. We are now going to use the remote control to power off Xbox 360s.

[Taxmod]

Is it me or what? I think that the PS3 is actually a slimline PS2 with parts glued on to it. Seriously, look at it. The first pic where I circled the part in red shows black, theyat has to be the part where the PS2 is. They probably whipped something up really fast for the controller, that's why it's so ugly. So this probably isn't the design of the PS3. Sony just created something to show at E3. The PS3 also looks like a grill.

 

 

 

 

 

I actually don't know about getting the ps3. The only reason I am getting the PS3 is because of the performance and the games. I have never, never liked microsoft, (As you can see I didn't capitalize there name.), so I am probably never gonna get an xbox 360 unless it totaly whips PS3 arse. Also this xbox has a bulky look again.

[BenS65]

-The Offical Next Generation Topic-

 

Introduction

 

In the coming months, alot of rumors, fact, stories, and lies will be spread of the next generation consoles. All information should be treated as either fact, rumor, or false and no cross between the three.

 

This topic is only meant as a source of news and updates and not specifically all things next generation. It is not for meant for discussion but will not be restricted.

-Hunter¥ & Hobbes27

 

 

 

General

 

Games in Developement

Game	Confirmed for Developement	Platform	URL
Akira Kurosawa's Oni	04/28/05	PS3	Link
Metal Gear Solid 4	03/03/05	PS3	Link
Halo 3	03/07/05	Xbox 360	Link
Prey	04/28/05	Xbox 360	Link
Remedy Project [next-gen title]	04/21/05	Xbox 360	Link
Madden NFL 06	04/19/05	Xbox 360	Link
Need for Speed Most Wanted	04/11/05	Xbox 360	Link
Condor Trilogy Online	03/30/05	Xbox 360	Link
Tomb Raider: Legend	03/16/05	Xbox 360	Link
Mistwalker RPG [untitled]	02/24/05	Xbox 360	Link
WarDevil -- Unleash the Beast Within	12/02/04	Xbox 360	Link
Dead or Alive 4	01/20/05	Xbox 360	Link
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest	04/18/05	Xbox 360/PS3	Link
Thesis	04/12/05	PS3	Link
Metronome	04/11/05	PS3	Link
Possesion	04/28/05	Xbox 360/PS3	Link
2 Days to Vegas	04/28/05	Xbox 360/PS3	Link
Gran Turismo 5	11/09/04	PS3	Link
Untitled Obsidian Project	04/11/05	PS3	Link
Untitled tri-Crescendo Project	04/08/05	PS3	Link
Untitled Soulcalibur Sequel	04/05/05	PS3/Rev/Xbox 360	Link
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion	04/01/05	PS3	Link
Battle Angel Alita	03/24/05	PS3	Link
ShadowClan	03/24/05	Xbox 360/PS3	Link
The Darkness	03/21/05	PS3	Link
Untitled Spark Unlimited Project	03/04/05	PS3	Link
Dirty Harry	02/24/05	PS3	Link
Condemned	02/17/05	PS3	Link
Heavenly Sword	11/15/04	PS3	Link
Avalon	11/02/04	PS3	Link
Dark Sector	04/02/04	PS3	Link
Untitled Page 44 Hockey Project	10/08/05	PS3	Link
Half-Life 2	09/02/03	Xbox/Xbox 360/PS3	Link

 

 

Articles

Dark Sector Interview	05/09/05	Link
Gamesindustry.biz Weekly Newsletter	05/06/05	Link
PS3 Three Times Faster Than Xbox 360?	05/03/05	Link
VRC: Brave New World	04/21/05	Link
Amazon.co.uk taking preorders for next-gen consoles	04/20/05	Link
MS, Sony pick 16 May for next-gen console launches	04/11/05	Link
Sony Invention Beams Sights, Sounds Into Brain	04/06/05	Link
Brain waves control video game	03/24/05	Link

 

 

Microsoft

 

Name: Xbox 360 Official Site: Link Release Date: Late 2005 Design: Gallery FAQ: IGN

 

Specs

General Form Factor Console Controller Wireless Graphics Processor and Memory System Memory 512MB, 700MHz DDR Vector Units 1 VMX-128 unit per core (3 total) CPU Math Performance 9 Billion Dot Product Operations per Second System Memory Bandwith 22.4 GB/s, 256 GB/s to EDRAM Memory Architecture Unified Memory Architecture Shaders 48-way Parallel Floating Point Dynamically-Schedualed, 48 billion Operations/s Graphics Processor Custom ATI Processor Video Memory 10MB Embedded DRAM Fill Rate (pixels) 16 Gigasamples/s using 4X MSAA Fill Rate (triangles) 500 Million/s Product Identification Product Line Microsoft Xbox Model 360 Manufacturer Microsoft Expansion and Connectivity Digital Media Formats DVD-Video, DVD-ROM, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, WMA CD, MP3 CD, JPEG Photo CD Game Media Format Dual-Layer DVD-ROM I/O Connectors 3 USB 2.0, 2 Memory Slots, Ethernet Port (RJ45) Controller Ports Supports up to 4 Controllers Memory Card Ports 2-Memory Slots, Support Starting at 64MB Integrated Communications 802.11 A/B/G Wi-Fi Processor Processor Customer IBM PowerPC CPU Processor Clock Speed 3 Cores at 3.2 GHz, 2 hardware threads per core L2 Cache 1MB Internal Data Precision 1 TFLOP Integrated Devices Built-in Features Stands Vertically or Horizontally, Interchangable Face Plates System Memory Main Memory Bandwidth 22.4GB/s Storage Media Drive 12 x Dual-Layer DVD-ROM Hard Drive 20GB Removable Audio Decompression Channels 320 Independant Decompression Channels Surround Sound Multichannel Output Audio Performance 32-bit, 256 Channel Sampling Frequency 48KHz 16-bit

 

Articles

Xbox 360 Peripherals	06/01/05	Link
ATI Wants More	06/01/05	Link
Logitech on Xbox 360	05/25/05	Link
Microsoft's Xbox 360 vs. Sony's PlayStation 3	05/20/05	Link
Microsoft Announces Announcement	05/19/05	Link
360 Running at One-Third Power	05/17/05	Link
Out Of The XBox	05/15/05	Link
Xbox 360 Wireless Controller Tour	05/13/05	Link
Xbox 360 Peripheral Fact Sheet	05/13/05	Link
Xbox 360 Trio at Launch?	05/13/05	Link
OurColony.net Releases Xbox360 Video Confirms much Information	05/13/05	Link
Game Reactor Magazine leaks Xbox 360 deets	05/12/05	Link
First Perfect Dark Zero Imagery Expodes!	05/11/05	Link
Silicon Knights Gets Unreal	05/10/05	Link
Perfect Dark Zero Steps into the Light	05/10/05	Link
Possible Xbox 360 Live features revealed?	05/10/05	Link
Leaked Information & Pictures	05/07/05	Link
Xbox 360 Faceplates Exposed	05/07/05	Link
New Picture of Controller Appears Online	05/03/05	Link
Microsoft coy on 'leaked' Xbox 360 logo	04/29/05	Link
Microsoft Reveals Next Xbox Partners	04/08/05	Link
MTV Debuts the Next Xbox	04/11/05	Link
Xbox 360 specs revealed?	03/08/05	Link

 

Sony

 

Name: PlayStation 3 a.k.a. PS3 Release Date: Spring 2006 Designs: Gallery FAQ: PS3Land

 

Specs

General Form Factor Console Controller Bluetooth Wireless Graphics Processor and Memory Graphics Processor RSX "Reality Synthesizer" (300 Million Transistors, 90nm) Graphics Core Clock Speed 550 MHz System Memory 256 MB XDR Vector Units 1 VMX vector unit per core System Memory Bandwith 22.4GB/s, RSX 20GB/s (write)/15GB/s (read), SB 2.5GB/s (write)/ 2.5GB/s (read) Shaders 100 Billion Shader Operations/s Video Memory 256 MB GDDR at 700 MHz Pixel Depth 128bit Product Identification Manufacturer Sony Product Line Sony PlayStation 3 Video Output Resolution 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p Expansion and Connectivity Digital Media Formats Compatible with CR-ROM, CDR+W, DVD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R Game Media Format Blu-ray BD-ROM I/O Connectors 6 USB 2.0, CF Slot (Type I, II), SD Slot (Regular, Compact), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, 2 x HDMI, 1 x AV Other I/O Connectors Ethernet (RJ45) Controller Ports Supports up to 7 Bluetooth Controllers Memory Card Ports 2.5 HDD Slot Integrated Communications 802.11 B/G Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0 Processor Marketing Performance Measurement 2.18 TFLOPs Processor Cell processor (234 Million Transistors) Processor Clock Speed 3.2 GHz Processor (2nd) 1 Core, 7 x SPE 3.2GHz (256KB SRAM per SPE), 7 x 128b 128 SIMD GPRs, L2 Cache 512KB L2 cache Integrated Devices Built-in Features Backwards compatible with PlayStation 2 System Memory Main Memory Bandwidth 25.6GB/s Storage Media Drive Blue-Ray BD-ROM Audio Surround Sound Dolby 5.1 Audio Performance Dolby 5.1, DTS, LPCM

 

Articles

Sony Undecided on Hard Disk	06/01/05	Link
Kutaragi Hints at PS3 Possibilities	05/24/05	Link
PS3 Price Hinted	05/24/05	Link
The Entertainment Computer	05/23/05	Link
PS3 and Spidey Unite!	05/18/05	Link
PS3 Price Revealed?	05/17/05	Link
The Mystery Behind Killzone	05/17/05	Link
Epic Says PS3 Footage Achievable	05/17/05	Link
NVIDIA Officially PS3 GPU Provider	05/16/05	Link
Devs on PS3	05/16/05	Link
PlayStation 3 - The Controller	05/16/05	Link
PlayStation 3 - The System	05/16/05	Link
PS3 Games	05/16/05	Link
PS3 & PSP Buddy Up	05/16/05	Link
PS3 Tech Specs	05/16/05	Link
Blu-Ray Wins	05/09/05	Link
Analyst: Next-gen growth starts with PS3, no sooner	04/29/05	Link
Toshiba Gives First Public Demo of the Cell	04/25/05	Link
Sony Online Entertainment hints at PS3 Future	04/22/05	Link
PlayStation 3 processor unveiled	02/08/05	Link

 

Nintendo

 

Code Name: Nintendo Revolution Possible Names: Revolution, N5 Design: Gallery High-res Pictures: IGN FAQ: IGN

 

Specs

Product Line: Nintendo Revolution Manufacturer: Nintendo Processor: IBM "Broadway" CPU Graphics Processor: ATI "Hollywood" GPU

 

Articles

Nintendo Revolution concept logos leak	05/15/05	Link
Nintendo Reveals Early Details About Revolution	05/13/05	Link
Revolution Leak Exposes Summer 2006 Launch Date	05/11/05	Link
Broken Saints Revolution Rumors	04/25/05	Link
Revolution to have built-in Wi-Fi	03/10/05	Link

LinkRumor Control: The 3D Revolution04/29/05LinkConfirmed: Nintendo Revolution at E304/19/05Link

 

Nokia

 

Possible Names: N-Gage 2, N-Gage QD Possible Designs/Consepts: Gallery FAQ: Non Existant

 

Specs

Product Line: Nokia N-Gage Model: QD Manufacturer: Nokia Form Factor: Portable Dimensions (WxDxH): 4.65 in x 2.68 in x 0.87 in Weight: 5 oz Controller: D-pad Processor: ARM9 Processor Clock Speed: 104MHz  Main Memory: 3.4MB Display: 2.1" LCD Resolution: 176 x 208 Colors: 4,096 colors Game Media Format: MMC Integrated Communications: Dual Band GSM, Bluetooth, IrDA Built-in Features: Mobile Phone Battery: Lithium-ion battery Battery Average Run Time: 5 hours talk, 10 hours game

 

Articles

N-Gage 2 Announced

04/13/04

Link

 

Infinium Labs

 

Name: Phantom Offical Site: Link Design: Gallery FAQ: Coming soon!

 

Specs

Product Line Infinium: Labs Phantom Game Receiver Processor: AMD Athlon XP 2500+ processor Main Memory: 256MB Graphics Processor: Nvidia GeForce FX 5700 Ultra Hard Drive: 40GB

 

Articles

Another exec exits Infinium Labs	04/28/05	Link
Infinium Phantom Game Receiver Updated Preview	01/07/05	Link
Infinium Labs Signs Game Publishers for Digital Distribution	10/15/04	Link
DISCover and Infinium Labs Tout Plug-and-Play PC Gaming Consoles	05/18/04	Link

 

Hi i have a question im having trouble flying the Hydra and i want it to stop hovering and its the xbox version please help me!!!!

[Taxmod]

1. Don't quote the whole intire first post for no reason.

2. This should be under San Andreas not Gaming.

3. I can't help you cause xbox sucks.

 

 

Here is a full chart of the specs of all the new consoles coming out:

 

 

Thanks to gamespot for the info!

Edited June 9, 2005 by Taxmod

[Thorpe]

UK people may not be able to get their hands on an Xbox 360 if they don't hurry for Christmas.

 

Link.

[Taxmod]

Nintendo Rev. specs leaked!

 

 

 

We’re not ones to say whether these are the real deal (oh, but wouldn’t we like to be!), but operating under the assumption that they’re not, we’d like to have a bit o’ fun with Nintendo’s forthcoming Revolution, whose specs maybe just possibly might include a dual-core 1.8GHz PowerPC-based setup with 512KB L2 cache, 1.2GHz FSB, 600MHz ATI graphics chip with 12MB SRAM, 128MB “main storage” SRAM (for GPU and sound L3 cache), 256MB main DRAM, 7.1 surround sound, and some 6GB dual-layer HP/Panasonic disc format. Well then, if these do indeed have any truth to them (and we’re by no means saying they do), it looks like the Revolution will be spending more time sparring specs with the 360 than the PS3—not that you should be very surprised.

 

Source

 

[Mankind]

The touchpad controller for the Revolution sounds kind of lame to me. And the PS3 looks lame, too. Hopefully they'll redesign it.

[Next-Gen]

360

Xbox 360 Peripherals Fact Sheet

Source

Developed by the creators of the Xbox® video game system, Microsoft® Corporation's new line of Xbox 360™ system peripherals extend your digital entertainment experience on Xbox 360.   Faces Unlike any console before, Xbox 360 puts gamers at the center and gives you the freedom to personalize your gaming experience however you see fit. Xbox 360 Faces make it easy and fun to change the face of your console. Change your Faces whenever you like to match your personality, your mood, or your wild side. So flip it, switch it, or leave it be, and express your unique sense of style.   Interchangeable faceplates allow you to express yourself and create a one-of-a-kind system. Find cool, customizable, cutting-edge designs that are fun to change. Faces are highly versatile, with multiple designs to choose from. Faces are designed for easy switching. Maintain full functionality of your system, regardless of which Face you choose. Pick up copies of the collectable limited-edition Faces. Memory Unit Further enhancing the gaming experience, Xbox 360 Memory Units allow you to save your in-game achievements and unique gamer profiles. The Memory Units are easily portable and enable quick and easy access to previously established benchmarks, putting you in control of your games and your lifestyle. You can save your games, your Xbox Live™ profile, and more with Xbox 360 Memory Units.   Transport your Memory Unit in the portable carrying case that fits on your keychain. The Memory Unit (64 MB) requires no setup. Just plug it in, and you can save your favorite games. Xbox 360 holds up to two Memory Units, so you can easily upgrade to more storage space. Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote The Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote was engineered to serve as your integrated control center for the entire Xbox 360 experience. Enter a new world of digital entertainment with the touch of a single button. Play DVD movies and music, plus control your TV and your Media Center PC with one controller. The centralized, glowing Xbox Guide Button gives you quick access to your digital movies, music, and games library, and backlit buttons make the keypad easy to see in a darkened home theater. So kick back, relax, and enjoy the ride.   Power your Xbox 360 system on or off without leaving the couch. The Xbox Guide Button allows for easy navigation of the Xbox Gamer Guide. The Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote includes control buttons for your music, pictures, and more. The Xbox 360 supports progressive-scan for DVD playback functionality, including a control for opening and closing the tray. The remote supports universal TV and console functionality, including volume and mute buttons and up-and-down channel changing. Windows® XP Media Center Edition Button and Media Center Edition functionality are featured. A, B, X, and Y buttons are included for basic control of your Xbox 360 system, even without a controller. Numbered and backlight keypad gives you full functionality, even in the dark. Peripherals Designed Specifically for Xbox Live   Xbox Live Camera The Xbox Live Camera for Xbox 360 opens up a new world of gaming and entertainment on Xbox Live, the world’s premier online video games service. With the Xbox Live Camera, video chat and video messaging with your friends becomes more than just a feature set; it is an integrated part of the Xbox Live experience. Connect and communicate while playing the same or different games, watching movies, listening to music, and more.   The Xbox Live Camera also takes personalization to a whole new level and allows you to customize your gaming experience by putting your face on characters in your games, all while being able to video chat with your friends as you play online. And with next-generation online motion-detection-enabled games, the Xbox Live Camera puts you entirely in the game and in control of the on-screen characters over Xbox Live.   High-end online camera supports up to VGA 640x480 video at 30 frames per second and takes 1.3-megapixel still photos. The camera includes a microphone that connects to the controller, so everyone in the room can chat online with their friends. The camera supports built-in video chat and video messaging on Xbox Live. Your face can be imported into games and can also be placed next to your name on leader boards for even more recognition or fame. Chat with your friends while you play online in Xbox 360 games as well as in the Xbox Live Arcade. Xbox 360 Headset The Xbox 360 Headset heightens the experience of the unprecedented online gaming community, Xbox Live, allowing you to strategize with teammates, trash-talk opponents or just chat with friends while playing your favorite games. You can record and leave short voice messages for friends or family through the free Xbox Live Message Service or connect with buddies online using the headset in place of the phone. Turn it up or turn it down, and experience the most intense gaming experience possible.   Boom microphone can be adjusted for optimal sound quality. In-line volume control and mute switch let users adjust the headset volume or switch mute on and off easily. Noise-canceling microphone improves game response to voice commands, and provides crisp and clear voice communication. Lightweight, over-the-head design enables comfortable use. The headset plugs directly into either the Xbox 360 Controller or Xbox Wireless Controller for easy use. Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter Designed for versatility and ease, the Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter enhances your Xbox 360 experience in the digital home, seamlessly synchronizing with the Xbox 360 system. You can easily transfer videos and music to your Xbox 360 system from your Media Center PC, chat with your friends, play games via Xbox Live, and more—all without the clutter of wires.   The Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter is highly versatile and supports 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11a. The Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter is powered seamlessly by your Xbox 360 gaming console, so there's no external power adapter to plug in. You can transfer high-definition video and CD-quality music from your Media Center PC to your Xbox 360 via 802.11a wireless media support. Xbox 360 Wireless Controller High-performance wireless gaming is here! Using optimized technology, the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller lets you enjoy a 30-foot range and up to 40 hours of life on two AA batteries—and when they run low, you're given ample warning so you can connect a Play & Charge cable for uninterrupted play. Plug the Xbox 360 Headset into the controller for full duplex voice communication: a wireless first. With quick access to Xbox 360 features including DVDs, music, pictures, and more, along with the ability to support four wireless controllers simultaneously, gamers can experience wireless freedom, precision, high quality, and performance for endless gameplay.   It's cordless—no cables to plug in—with a 30-foot wireless range. The controller features integrated 2.4GHz high-performance wireless technology. New and improved ergonomic design enables maximum comfort and endless gameplay. New left and right shoulder buttons are designed for ease of use. Six analog buttons have 256 levels of sensitivity. Two analog pressure-point triggers, two vibration feedback motors, and one eight-way directional pad are included. Experience an unprecedented level of Rumble Control. Set the Rumble Control to Full, Medium, Low, or Off to match your personal preference. The Xbox Guide Button at the center of the controller gives you quick access to all your favorite Xbox 360 system activities, such as watching movies, listening to music, contacting friends on Xbox Live, and customizing your gaming experiences. Easily jump to the Xbox Gamer Guide or Xbox Live Marketplace. Xbox 360 Controller Based on the acclaimed design of the Xbox Controller S, the Xbox 360 Controller features an extended nine-foot cable and an improved ergonomic design. The centralized, glowing Xbox Guide Button grants you quick access to your digital movie, music, and games libraries. The ultimate in gamer flexibility, precision, control, quality, and comfort are all yours.   New and improved ergonomic design enables maximum comfort and endless gameplay. New left and right shoulder buttons are designed for ease of use. Six analog buttons have 256 levels of sensitivity. Two analog pressure-point triggers, two vibration feedback motors, and one eight-way directional pad are included. The controller includes a nine-foot (nearly three-meter) break-away controller cable. Experience an unprecedented level of Rumble Control. Set the Rumble Control to Full, Medium, Low, or Off to match your personal preference. A port for your Xbox 360 Headset is included. The Xbox Guide Button at the center of the controller gives you quick access to all your favorite Xbox 360 system activities, such as watching movies, listening to music, contacting friends on Xbox Live, and customizing your gaming experiences. Easily jump to the Xbox Gamer Guide or Xbox Live Marketplace. #########   Note: Some peripherals sold separately.   The information contained in this fact sheet relates to a prerelease product that may be substantially modified before its first commercial release. Accordingly, the information may not accurately describe or reflect the product when first commercially released. This fact sheet is provided for informational purposes only, and Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the fact sheet or the information contained in it.   Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox Live, and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.   The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

 

I'm going to try and somehow gets scans of OXM 18-page special.

[ChaosAlert]

 

PS3 Dev Kit Appears

While the PS3 is already looking to be the largest console in the next generation, the development kit is going to dwarf it entirely. Japanese journalist Honda Masakazu of IT Media put a photo of the dev kit in his blog and it has been quickly spreading across the web. According to him, this huge box has a 2.4GHz Cell processor and a GPU that is not quite as powerful as the RSX chip. Apparently, some of the demos from Sony's E3 press conference were running on this machine.

Source Edited June 22, 2005 by ChaosAlert

[Werleman1]

i normaly am a PS guy but i cant waut 4 the new XBOX i realy wanna get it.

[TommyAngelo]

 

i normaly am a PS guy but i cant waut 4 the new XBOX i realy wanna get it.

meh.

 

The new Nintendo is looky very sexy but I wonder if the graphics will be the same.

Edited June 27, 2005 by TommyAngelo

[Paulie Cicero]

Holy sh*t. The E3 issue of PSM arrived in my mailbox two days ago, and the PS3 looks hot! The next generation of consoles seems an eternity away. Time to start saving up for my PS3.

[Werleman1]

Does anybody know where i can find the price for the XBOX 360?

[Next-Gen]

Game list updated.

 

EDIT: Okay. It's come to my attention that the N-gage QD has actually been released. I did not know this. I'm guessing it's not selling too great. Fabulous marketing, there Nokia.

 

I'm taking it off the list now. And I'm even going to both with Nokia anymore. I guess they like to keep it a secret that there product has been released or something.

Edited July 16, 2005 by Next-Gen

[Dalpura]

I had a look, and didn't see this posted anywhere, so here it is. I recently found this, hope you enjoy.

 

http://www.360hacker.net/articles/07-18-20...een-in-the-wild.

[Made]

That kid is pretty dumb. He probably just caused his step dad his job at Microsoft. I think this kid is going to recieve a good whooping. And can't Microsoft sue them for this?

 

werleman1: I saw somewhere that Microsoft said it was going to be $300. IGN I think it was. But I'm not too sure.

[C.JB]

I can't to get Tony Hawk American Wasteland.

It looks really cool.

[Dra90nF1am3z]

This is cool and all but............isn't Half-Life 2 to be released on the xbox and not the ps3?

[Next-Gen]

Xbox360

Xbox 360 Price, Launch Date Revealed?

Source

The Inquirer and TotalVideogames claim that Wal-Mart employees apparently have leaked the launch date and price of the Xbox 360. According to these reports, the Xbox 360 will retail for $299 and the launch will be Friday, November 4th.   The rumored price sounds likely to be true since it is the same price of the original Xbox when it launched back on November 15th of 2001. However, the Nov. 4th date sounds a bit odd being that it takes place on a Friday; not typically strong “launch day” for retailers. Being that the first Xbox launched on the third Thursday of November and just before the Thanksgiving holiday, a date of November 10th or November 17th seems more likely for the Xbox 360 launch, but again, this is purely speculation.   We’ll have more on the Xbox 360 launch date and price as it develops.

[Mr.Mister]

The first pic of that kid with the Xbox 360 has this evil smile.

 

Im going to follow this topic very closely if I can. Is theru any website I can get some good info on the PS3?

[Grandthefter]

The first pic of that kid with the Xbox 360 has this evil smile.

 

Im going to follow this topic very closely if I can. Is theru any website I can get some good info on the PS3?

Here (ps3.ign.com)

 

If you sway ps3 for xbox360 you get info bout the x360 too

[Dalpura]

Some comparison pictures I just saw on Team Xbox.

 

 

 

I can't wait to get my hands on that controller, just looks so comfortable.

[darthYENIK]

That does look like the only edge (in my eyes) that the 360 has over the PS3.