Microsoft is rolling out a new Dashboard preview for Xbox 360 users as they get ready to update their disc format. “As part of the preview program, players will receive a free copy of Halo: Reach as well as other possible rewards,” says Larry Hyrb, Xbox Live Director of Programming. The preview...

Every so often, video game companies revamp their controllers. They change the color, add a few dollars to the price, and release them with a moderately sized ad campaign. But, more often than not, the “new” controller offers very little difference and ends up falling flat. Not too long ago, Microsoft...

“Bring your avatar to life.” That is Microsoft’s catch phrase for their new Kinect venture which debuts this spring. So what is it? From the looks of it, it is a new way to control you avatar using the Kinect sensor. They have now given the sensor the ability to pick up facial expressions, as well...

On a professional social-networking site called Linkedin.com, there were some job postings that hint towards Microsoft putting people to work on the next generation Xbox 360. Here’s a look at what the ads posted: Graphics Hardware Architect – “The responsibilities include architecture...

Did you have a great idea for your first Xbox Live Gamertag just to find out it was already taken? Don’t worry, it happened to me too. Now, however you can possibly regain the chance to have that super sweet Gamertag that you’ve always wanted. Microsoft has just announced that they are...

Earlier this week in New Zealand, an earthquake claimed the lives of 100 people, leaving 200 missing. Local authorities attempted to traverse the rubble in search of the missing citizens, but they deemed some buildings too unsafe to enter. In hopes to aid the survivors, a dedicated team of British...

Right now, for a limited time, Buy.com is offering 4000 Microsoft Points for $40 with express shipping. That’s a $10 savings, not to mention the shipping! Be sure to get over there as soon as possible, because I imagine the deal won’t last too...

Playing games in the comfort of your own home is great, but sometimes it’s fun to get out of the house and game with people you’ve never even met before. Walmart seems to think this as well, as they’ve loaded up a trailer full of Xbox 360 and Kinect games and are taking it on the road to dozens of locations.