Microsoft Confirm Xbox 360 Racing Wheels Won't Work On Xbox One In New Video

Microsoft have released a new video for Xbox One. in this video they talk about accessories and the Xbox One, with a focus on racing accessories. they confirm that existing Xbox 360 racing accessories are not compatible with the Xbox One. they also talk indepth about a couple of Xbox One racing wheels, highlighting new features like having a main block from which you can add different parts to and even different styles of Steering Wheels. they also reveal that Kinect controller tracking also applies to racing accessories, in that the console will change what the buttons do from player to player.



Source: Major Nelson

Microsoft Release Behind The Scenes Video For Xbox One Live Compute, Smartglass And Kinect

Microsoft have released a new video for Xbox One. in this video they talk about some features of the console including Kinect and how it can keep track of who's in the room. they also talk about how you can bring your profile to any console and ways in which you and your games can use Smartglass. two different examples of Smartglass were shown, with Ryse using it to keep track of friends and Dead Rising using it to offer missions and customisations.



Source: Major Nelson

Microsoft Announce Machima App For Xbox One, Machima Wingman Snap Revealed

Micorosoft have announced a Machima app is coming to the Xbox One at launch. this app will also have a Snap feature, by using Snap during a game you can bring up tips and guides for the game and level your playing when you need help.



Source: Major Nelson

Microsoft Release New Video Explaining Online Multiplayer On Xbox One, Remove User Game Save Control

Microsoft have released a new video for the Xbox One which focuses on Online Multiplayer. they talk, and sometimes use examples, about the new reputation system and how being blocked will lower your score. they confirm that as well as a reputation being lowered, you can work on it and improve it. Microsoft have confirmed that only Gold Members can share things from the DVR. Microsoft highlight that their cloud gaming system means there should be less cheating online as the matches are in the cloud on servers and not on a users console.

At the beginning of the interview Microsoft appear to confirm that users will not have control over their game saves, with them being largely hidden.



Source: Major Nelson

Microsoft Have Released A Walkthrough For The Xbox One Friends App

Microsoft have released a walk-through for the friends app on Xbox One. this video is narrated by Major Nelson and shows many aspects of the app like a news feed of what your friends have been doing. your current Xbox 360 friends will be brought over to the Xbox One, with space for up to 1000 friends.the video also talks about followers and the favourite category  you can follow anyone you want, but it's up to them to follow you back and what information they see.



Source: Major Nelson

Microsoft Have Released A New Zombie Class Trailer For Plants Vs Zombies: Garden Warfare

Microsoft and EA have released a new class trailer for Plants Vs Zombies: Garden Warfare. this video shows 3 new Zombies classes, the Engineer, The Scientist, The Soldier And The All-Star. Plants Vs Zombies: Garden Warfare is a Xbox One game.

Microsoft Announce The Xbox One Comes Out In 13 Countries On 11th November

Microsoft have announced the Xbox One will come out on Friday 22nd November. it will be released in all 13 launch countries on that day; Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Spain, UK, and USA. It sounds like no other countries will get the console in 2013, with other countries getting it in 2014.

Source: Major Nelson

Microsoft Have Released A Xbox One Game Sizzle Trailer

Microsoft have released a new sizzle trailer for Xbox One. this trailer shows brief clips of games coming to the console, including exclusive titles and titles coming to other platforms.

Microsoft Reveal Self Publishing About Turn, Over The Next Year They Will Let Devs Self Publish

Microsoft have announced another u turn with the Xbox One. over the next year, Microsoft will begin to allow developers to self publish on the Xbox One. developers will also get access to Kinect, The Cloud and Achievements. Microsoft have also announced that the Xbox One console can be used to develop games instead of buying a dev kit. again though, this feature will be unlocked over the next year. there are still several small details yet to be announced, one of the main ones being what cut do the devs and Microsoft get from game sales, and whether devs will be able access all the power of the Xbox One via the console or because they are using the console they are limited in a few areas.

Source: Major Nelson

Capcom And Microsoft Have Released A Behind The Scenes Look At Dead Rising 3

Capcom and Microsoft have released the first behind the scenes look at Dead Rising 3. this video has members of the dev team talking about things including what they are able to do on the Xbox One that they couldn't do before. this includes the player yelling out to Kinect as a distraction for the zombies, the world is also larger than any of the previous games combines. the video also shows in-game action, showing a variety of ways you can kill zombies and costumes you can wear.

Microsoft Reveal The Xbox 360 Special Edition Chrome Series Gold Wireless Controller

Microsoft have revealed the Xbox 360 Special Edition Chrome Series Gold Wireless Controller. coming out this August for $54.99, this controller features the transforming D-Pad previously released with the Chrome Series Silver Controller. as well as a USA release, where the controller will be available exclusively at GameStop, Microsoft have confirmed that the controller will be released in other regions worldwide, but fail to specifically name them.

Source: Major Nelson

Microsoft Announce Change Of Xbox One Policies, Now Region Free But No Game Sharing

Microsoft's Don Mattrick has released a big update regarding the Xbox One.

• An internet connection will not be required to play offline Xbox One games – After a one-time system set-up with a new Xbox One, you can play any disc based game without ever connecting online again. There is no 24 hour connection requirement and you can take your Xbox One anywhere you want and play your games, just like on Xbox 360.

• Trade-in, lend, resell, gift, and rent disc based games just like you do today – There will be no limitations to using and sharing games, it will work just as it does today on Xbox 360.

• In addition to buying a disc from a retailer, you can also download games from Xbox Live on day of release. If you choose to download your games, you will be able to play them offline just like you do today. Xbox One games will be playable on any Xbox One console -- there will be no regional restrictions. 

 But Microsoft have also announced they are taking away:

• These changes will impact some of the scenarios we previously announced for Xbox One. The sharing of games will work as it does today, you will simply share the disc. Downloaded titles cannot be shared or resold. Also, similar to today, playing disc based games will require that the disc be in the tray. 

There are reports from the web that this will also mean Xbox One consoles will get a day one patch to enable the new features, which means the console needs an internet connection to set it up.

Source: Xbox

Microsoft And Rare Have Released The E3 Announcement Trailer For Kinect Sports Rivals

Microsoft and Rare have released the E3 announcement trailer for Kinect Sports Rivals. this trailer shows some of the sports that are included in the game, which are Bowling, Climbing, Wake Racing, Football, Tennis, And Shooting

Crytel Have Released The E3 2013 Game Play Trailer For Ryse: Son Of Rome On Xbox One

Crytek have released the gameplay trailer for Ryse: Son Of Rome that was shown at the Microsoft E3 2013 press conference. this video shows a mix of cinematics, QTE's and battling.

Insomniac And Microsoft Have Released The E3 Announcement Trailer For Sunset Overdrive

Insomniac and Microsoft have released the announcement trailer for Sunset Overdrive, an exclusive Xbox One Game.

Microsoft And Turn 10 Have Released The E3 Trailer And Indy Car Teaser Trailer For Forza 5

Microsoft and Turn 10 have released the E3 trailer for Forza 5 as well as screenshots and teaser trailer for the announcement that Indy Cars will feature in the game.





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Microsoft And 343 Industries Announce Halo Xbox One

Microsoft and 343 Industries have revealed Halo is coming to Xbox One. currently known as Halo Xbox One, the game is currently set to come out in early 2014.

Microsoft Announce The Xbox One Launches Across 21 Markets In November For $499.99/£429/€499

Microsoft have announced the release month for Xbox One. it will come out in 21 countries in November, with some USA online stores pinning the release date as 21st November. Microsoft have announced the console will cost $499.99/£429/€499.

Microsoft have also revealed the Day One Editions. for a limited time in limited quantities, you can pre-order certain games and the console and get a bonus for being one of the first to play it. these Day 1 Editions include:

• Xbox One Console - You Get A Xbox One Day One Wireless Controller and Day One Achievement

• Ryse: Son of Rome - Exclusive multiplayer map and sword with bonus attributes.

• Forza Motorsport 5 - Access to four cars tuned to the top of their class.

• Kinect Sports Rivals - Exclusive sporting equipment that separates your Champion from the rest of the world.

• Dead Rising 3 - Exclusive Frank West and Chuck Greene Tribute Packs with bonus attributes.

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Microsoft Announce A Redesign Of The Xbox 360, Out Now For Same Price As Previous Model

Microsoft have announced they are releasing a redesigned version of the Xbox 360. Shipping across the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland and Australia from today, this redesigned Xbox 360 will not be cheaper than the previous model as it is only replacing it and it's different SKUS. therefore it will be available as a 4GB Console, a 250GB console and a 4GB Kinect Bundle.

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Microsoft Announce Xbox One Verifies Once Every 24 Hours, Kinect Does Not Upload Conversations And Much More

Microsoft has attempted to answer several questions that remained after their reveal of the Xbox One. Here is some of the key points they have just revealed. the key reveal has to be that the console will stop you playing games if it cannot verify within a 24 hour period you console. Microsoft confirm certain friends can play the games you've bought, but you can only do this with 1 friend per game. they also confirm they themselves do no charge a fee but they also say its up to publishers and only at participating retailers.

Connected:

• Your Xbox One is always ready: Xbox One is designed to run in a low-powered, connected state. This means your system, games and apps are always current and ready to play—no more waiting for updates. 
• Access your entire games library from any Xbox One—no discs required: After signing in and installing, you can play any of your games from any Xbox One because a digital copy of your game is stored on your console and in the cloud.  So, for example, while you are logged in at your friend’s house, you can play your games.
• For an optimal experience, we recommend a broadband connection of 1.5Mbps. (For reference, the average global internet connection speed as measured recently by Akamai was 2.9 Mbps).  In areas where an Ethernet connection is not available, you can connect using mobile broadband.
• While a persistent connection is not required, Xbox One is designed to verify if system, application or game updates are needed and to see if you have acquired new games, or resold, traded in, or given your game to a friend. Games that are designed to take advantage of the cloud may require a connection. 
• With Xbox One you can game offline for up to 24 hours on your primary console, or one hour if you are logged on to a separate console accessing your library. Offline gaming is not possible after these prescribed times until you re-establish a connection, but you can still watch live TV and enjoy Blu-ray and DVD movies.  

Privacy:

• You are in control of what Kinect can see and hear: By design, you will determine how responsive and personalized your Xbox One is to you and your family during setup. The system will navigate you through key privacy options, like automatic or manual sign in, privacy settings, and clear notifications about how data is used. When Xbox One is on and you’re simply having a conversation in your living room, your conversation is not being recorded or uploaded. 
• You are in control of when Kinect sensing is On, Off or Paused: If you don’t want the Kinect sensor on while playing games or enjoying your entertainment, you can pause Kinect. To turn off your Xbox One, just say “Xbox Off.” When the system is off, it’s only listening for the single voice command -- “Xbox On,” and you can even turn that feature off too. Some apps and games may require Kinect functionality to operate, so you’ll need to turn it back on for these experiences.
• You can use other inputs to control your games, TV and entertainment experiences: While it’s faster to find what you’re looking for using your voice and gesture commands with Kinect, you can use a controller, your remote controls or your smart devices instead. And you can use all of these devices when Kinect is paused.

License:

• Buy the way you want—disc or digital—on the same day: You’ll be able to buy disc-based games at traditional retailers or online through Xbox Live, on day of release. Discs will continue to be a great way to install your games quickly.
• Access your entire games library from any Xbox One—no discs required: After signing in and installing, you can play any of your games from any Xbox One because a digital copy of your game is stored on your console and in the cloud.  So, for example, while you are logged in at your friend’s house, you can play your games.
• Give your games to friends: Xbox One is designed so game publishers can enable you to give your disc-based games to your friends. There are no fees charged as part of these transfers. There are two requirements: you can only give them to people who have been on your friends list for at least 30 days and each game can only be given once.
• Trade-in and resell your disc-based games: Today, some gamers choose to sell their old disc-based games back for cash and credit. We designed Xbox One so game publishers can enable you to trade in your games at participating retailers.  Microsoft does not charge a platform fee to retailers, publishers, or consumers for enabling transfer of these games. 

Source: Xbox Wire Pages Connected, Privacy and License