BlizzCon 2009 Live Stream available for pre-order

July 6th, 2009 2 Comments   Posted in Events, MMO, Media, Online, PC

Didn’t get a ticket to BlizzCon? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Luckily, Blizzard, RayV and DirecTV are offering over 16 hours of the event live for $39.95.

Below is what will be included during the live stream:

  • Exclusive interviews and commentary
  • Main stage presentations including opening ceremony
  • Tournament coverage and team highlights
  • Additionally, you will be given the exclusive BlizzCon 2009 WoW in-game pet; Grunty the Murloc Marine.

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    Xbox Live Gold Upgrade Will Get You Free Downloadable Content

    December 24th, 2008 No Comments   Posted in Xbox 360


    In case you don’t actually have an Xbox Live Gold already, you should definitely get an upgrade right now. Or think about it for a couple of days, but do know that January 5th is the last day to decide for the Gold account.

    And here’s some incentive for your thinking. The upgrade will get you a free gift from Microsoft. You will have access to free downloadable content from Xbox.

    In order to get the gift you will have to sign up for a 12 month Xbox Live Gold membership. But you were going to do that anyway.

    Here are the available downloadable gifts. Just go ahead and pick one!
    Hexic 2: Spin trios of hexes to create groups of matching colors in this puzzle favorite.

    Hardwood Spades: Play the classic party card game with friends over Xbox LIVE.

    Poker Smash: Make vertical and horizontal matches by forming poker hands in this puzzle game.

    N+: Become a daring ninja with unique, physics-based controls, and stylish animated graphics.

    EVERY EXTEND EXTRA EXTREME: Unique, fun gameplay mixes with hip and cool original music.

    Crackdown Getting Busy Bonus Pack: New vehicles, weapons, game modes, equipment, and achievements.

    Halo 3 Legendary Map Pack: Grab these three new maps for the ultimate multiplayer experience.

    via Xbox


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    Xbox 360 jerseys now on sale

    December 6th, 2008 1 Comment   Posted in Culture, Xbox 360

    Have you ever wanted to blatantly prove to the general public that you are a complete and total supporter of the Xbox 360? Well now is your chance as Microsoft has released soccer jerseys bearing the Xbox 360 branding.

    Ok, in reality they are soccer jerseys for the Microsoft sponsored Seattle Sounders, but collectors and fans alike are sure to pounce on this item. How much is it to prove your Xbox 360 fanboydom? $90.

    Read (Kotaku)