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Bayonetta

ymiris — Thu, 15 May 2008 19:15:32 +0000

Bayonetta is a stylish and cinematic action game, directed by Devil May Cry creator Hideki Kamiya. Bayonetta pushes the limits of the action genre, bringing to life its fast-paced, dynamic climax combat that takes place in stages that are a veritable theme park of exciting attractions.

A witch with powers beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, Bayonetta faces-off against countless angelic enemies, many reaching epic proportions, in a game of 100% pure, unadulterated all-out action. Outlandish finishing moves are performed with balletic grace as Bayonetta flows from one fight to another. With magnificent over-the-top action taking place in stages that are a veritable theme park of exciting attractions, Bayonetta pushes the limits of the action genre, bringing to life its fast-paced, dynamic climax combat.

Prove your Assault skills and Win

Squidpunch — Wed, 14 May 2008 17:57:11 +0000

The day is upon us where we once again launch an assualt against the baddies in the newest xbox live arcade game Assault Heroes 2. Consider yourself a gaming pro? Think what you have what it takes to unlock all 200 points across the 12 achievements? Well now its time to put your money where your mouth is, the first 4 players who complete this task will have a free pass to unlock any of the other Sierra Online games for the xbox live arcade (Lost Cities, Switchball, Boogie Bunnies, Arkadian Warriors). Then you have another 200 points at your disposal to raise those gamerscores free of charge - what are you waiting for? Hop in that vehicle and get cranking!

All you have to do is unlock all the achievements and either leave your gamertag in a comment here on this post, or msg me (Gamertag: Squidpunch) over xbox live. Of course this requires you to actually purchase assualt heroes 2, and your achievements will be validated upon submission.

Good Luck!

Assault Heroes 2 Storming Xbox Live Arcade

Squidpunch — Wed, 14 May 2008 17:41:14 +0000

ASSAULT HEROES 2 STORMS XBOX LIVE ARCADE

Highly Anticipated Sequel to Award-Winning Arcade Shooter Now Available
Los Angeles – May 14, 2008 – Wa wa wa wa wa - the kamikazes are attacking again! Sierra Online, a division of Vivendi Games, has released Assault Heroes™ 2 for Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning Assault Heroes game comes re-loaded with even more high-intensity battles, vicious enemies and brand new environments, including outer space. In the first sequel to a title that originated on Xbox LIVE Arcade, players can also hi-jack enemy vehicles, fight through more levels, spend more time on-foot and join up with friends with enhanced co-operative gameplay modes.

“Assault Heroes 2 has a lot to live up to and gamers won’t be disappointed because this sequel takes the arcade shooter to a whole new level,” said Nicole Perez, vice president of marketing, Sierra Online. “Wanako has created a game that goes above and beyond the high standards set by the hugely successful, original title.”

Sinister forces are again threatening mankind and the Assault Heroes are called back in action to save the day in the Assault Heroes 2 game. New and upgraded weapons add greater firepower as players take out waves of fierce enemies and unimaginable mechanical bosses for many hours of destruction. Extended on-foot skirmishes with a more powerful arsenal of weapons allow for up close battles in expansive underground areas. New vehicles including a rapid-fire spacecraft and hi-jackable enemy units increase mobility and protection in treacherous situations.

Developed by Wanako Studios, the Assault Heroes 2 game rated T and is available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system for 800 Microsoft Points. For more information, please visit www.assaultheroes2.com .

Looking for some free stuff ? Sign-up for the Assault Heroes 2 Play & Win Sweepstakes, and also don’t forget to Prove your Skills for a chance at a free game from Sierra Online & 360friendspot.com

FriendCast Episode #1

Squidpunch — Tue, 13 May 2008 04:00:41 +0000

First episode, a pilot if you will, where Ymiris and Squidpunch get together to talk about gaming in general, some of the recent releases and gaming news. This is the first time I was actually running the recorder, doing the editing, etc - so hopefully it came out all right for you guys.

If you want to send us some feedback or be on the show email us at podcast@360friendspot.com.

Gamer Blog Changes

Squidpunch — Sun, 11 May 2008 23:44:29 +0000

First and foremost - Registration is back online - meaning if you want a 3FS Blog, you can have it right away. The blog creation has been changed to a bit more of a manual process so there will be a (slight) delay in actually getting a blog, but this is to help prevent spam and useless server processing to generate spam blogs!

Also you might have noticed a new gadget on the right bar here on the main blog - this will show the most active gamer blogs on the site - so get blogging boys and girls!

Lost Cities Review Posted (Finally)

Squidpunch — Sat, 10 May 2008 01:45:22 +0000

Are you a social gamer? You know one of those people that even though Grand Theft Auto IV is out and taking Live by storm you are sitting on your couch playing Uno and Catan with your friends? Well then you might want to check out the latest addicting social game that was recently released on the Xbox Live Arcade. I personally even missed the news of the game before it was released, and then later posted a tip video that got dropped in my inbox, which helped me pick up the game quicker, but I still haven’t perfected a fool proof strategy to really start racking up those wins. After you are done thugging it up on GTA IV, why not give my review a read, and Lost Cities a try.

Read The Full Review Here

PSST by the way Deacon over at Unscripted360 is giving away 10 free copies…tell him squid sent you.

Alone In the Dark Site Launches

Squidpunch — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:51:20 +0000

Are you keeping tabs on the upcoming game Alone in the Dark? Looking for more information as Edward Carnby tries to uncover the secrets of Central Park NYC? Well head on over and check out the official site.

The new website offers an immersive experience for visitors to investigate the graphically impressive and technically advanced world of Alone in the Dark’s fully-realized Central Park, and in the process, uncover the incredible level of interaction and depth of gameplay that promises to make Alone in the Dark a game unlike anything before it.

The site allows visitors to investigate some of the ominous Central Park locales that the title’s protagonist, Edward Carnby, will encounter throughout the game. With each click of the mouse lives information about in-game vehicles, items, weapons and item combinations that allow gamers to solve puzzles and defeat enemies creatively and intelligently. From the Huddlestone Arch to the Belvedere Castle, visitors can see the sites of Central Park, and investigate and collect the in-game items that form the advanced inventory system in Alone in the Dark. Items like lighters, screwdrivers and duct tape scattered throughout the game can be used to create improvised weaponry and ingenious tools, while visitors can get a glimpse at the intriguing gameplay depth that these items open up.

Visit the official Alone in the Dark Website at www.centraldark.com/us

Assault Heroes 2: Boss Videos

Squidpunch — Fri, 09 May 2008 17:51:26 +0000

To get you guys excited Sierra games has released 2 videos showing off some of the bosses in Assault Heroes 2 (Next week’s Xbox Live Arcade Release). Hit the jump link to check them out. There is some info floating around in the press / PR ciruit about some contests for the game coming up - I just noticed one on MGC, but from what I can tell, you should expect to see more coming soon!

Bosses 1 of 2

Bosses 2 of 2

Dark Sector Review Posted

Squidpunch — Wed, 07 May 2008 02:00:25 +0000

I might be jumping the gun a little bit with posting this review (I haven’t finished the story 100% yet) but I figured I had a good enough grasp on the game to put together my thoughts and share them with you all, so give it a look if you wish.

What It’s All About

Created by acclaimed developer Digital Extremes, Dark Sector is a new and original third-person action-shooter designed exclusively for next-generation gaming. Dark Sector thrusts players into the role of Hayden Tenno, a covert operative sent on a dangerous mission into Lasria, an Eastern European city on the brink of ruin that hides a deadly Cold War secret. In the midst of this mission, Hayden is attacked by an unknown enemy and infected by the Technocyte Virus, a brutal bio-weapon that twists its victims into mindless killing machines. Surviving this attack, Hayden finds that the Technocyte virus has granted him powerful, inhuman abilities unlike anything he has ever seen. Now, he must evolve with his powers, survive and become a hero.

Read the Full Review!

It’s a battle of Wits and Wagers on Xbox Live Arcade

Squidpunch — Mon, 05 May 2008 20:12:17 +0000

Wits & Wagers is the trivia party game where you don’t need to know the right answers to win! Awarded Official Xbox Magazine’s coveted Editor’s Choice award, Wits & Wagers brings an inventive and accessible party experience to Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (1:00 a.m. PDT).

Just like the award-winning board game, players don’t have to be trivia experts to excel at Wits & Wagers, which balances social and betting skills with trivia knowledge. Choose your wacky dancing character and then dive into the game. You can win by making educated guesses, playing the odds or just knowing the interests of other players, whether they are local or online.

Break out the Big Button pad controllers and invite friends over for an entertaining couch vs. couch multiplayer experience on Xbox LIVE, supporting 1-4 players offline and 2-6 players in online multiplayer mode. With 700 trivia questions, great character costumes and dance moves, catchy music, achievements, leaderboards, support for the Xbox LIVE Vision Camera, the Xbox Big Button Pad and more, Wits & Wagers is the fun party game you can play with your family and friends starting this Wednesday!

Developed by Hidden Path Entertainment, Wits & Wagers will be available in the U.S., U.K and Canada for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB. For more details on Wits & Wagers please visit:

http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/w/wandwxboxlivearcade/