New Xbox announced, tonight 18:00PM

[iarno]

Lol its already been announced that Kinect's camera and microphone can be turned off completely...

http://uk.ign.com/wikis/xbox-one/Xbox_One_Kinect

 

[DeeKay86]

Starting in 5 MINUTES!!!

Here we.... GO!!!!!!

On this link or on Xbox Live!!!

http://www.xbox.com/en-GB/hub

 

[DeeKay86]

HOLY s**t ITS STARTED WITH METAL GEAR 5!!!!! IN GAME OPEN WORLD AMAZING!!!!!

 

[DeeKay86]

oK - The Microsoft Conference was incredible!

 

[.Adam.]

I caught about 5 minutes of it. Looked cool what i saw.

What were the highlights?

 

[kpowell911]

Too much bullshit in this. I'd be paying alot of money for s**t I dont want.

I dont even play online now. My wifi settings aren't even entered into my 360. I dont want a friends list, or apps, or anyhing else.

I want to go to the shop, buy a physical copy, with a box and a book, and put it in and play it. I dont want a digital copy, or a download, or type in a code to authorise it it, and when Im done, I want to go and trade it in for something else.

Im not moaning @ Microsoft, as its clear thats how things are going. Just annoying that Im going to have to pay for a load of features Ive no interest in.

 

[Matthew]

Is my 360 wheel/pedals going to work on the new one?

f**k buying a new set up for my F1 nightly fix!

 

[DeeKay86]

Here are my notes from the Xbox One conference:

NEW Xbox 360!! - Redesigned - OUT NOW.

2 FREE GAMES PER MONTH on Xbox Live!

XB360: World of Tanks - 15 on 15 player - FREE WITH GOLD
XB360: MAX
XB360: Dark Souls II



XBOX ONE:

More games in development than ever in Xbox history!

Metal Gear 5 - The Phantom Pain - Xbox One - In game demo, Very very cool!! Looked amazing!

New EXCLUSIVE: RYSE (Crytek - latest Cry Engine)

EXCLUSIVE: Killer Instinct - Only on Xbox One - New fight stick on launch!

New EXCLUSIVE: Sunset Overdrive - Only on Xbox One - Living world / Cloud

EXCLUSIVE: FORZA Motorsport 5!!! - Only on Xbox One (showed off McLaren P1) - Drivatar? Smart Learning AI/Cloud - Drivatar races while you are away! Cloud powered opponents!

MINECRAFT!! - XBOX ONE EDITION!

New EXCLUSIVE: Quantum Break (Remedy games)- Only on xbox One!! - interplay between game / live action! Cool Gameplay!

D4 - Episodic Murder Content

New EXCLUSIVE: MS Studios - 'Project Spark' - create games! Share game with everyone - voice commands - Use SmartGlass Create environment!! - This looks CRAZY!!!! - Infinite ways to play / create!

New EXCLUSIVE: Crimson Dragon (from Panzer Dragoon creators)

EXCLUSIVE! Capcom: DEAD RISING 3 OPEN WORLD - NO load times! - Tonnes of on screen enemies! - SmartGlass enabled!!!! - LOOKED AMAZING with so much going on!! Very VERY cool!!!

EXCLUSIVE: Witcher 3 - Wild Hunt - FREE ROAM - OPEN WORLD - Over 100 hours gameplay! SmartGlass Enabled! Fantasy RPG

Battlefield 4! - 60FPS!!! First on Xbox One! FREAKING EPIC!!!! Map Pack First on Xbox One! Gameplay looked fantastic!!

New Game: '(what lies) Below'

5 new studios created including: Black Tusk Studios - In game vid - nice!

EXCLUSIVE: halo 5 halo 5!!! HALO 5 OMG!!! - 60FPS - 2014 HELL YES!! - Trailer looks so damn sweet!

one more EXCLUSIVE: TITANFALL!!! - AMAZING - Gameplay footage was nuts!!!!!



SmartGlass natively built in to Xbox One! Smart Match. Match lined up behind the scenes and lauched between games!

*game clip recorded - upload studio*

New Upload studio, make edit share upload.

2 Free games on Xbox Live per month!

BROADCAST ON TWITCH - LIVE STREAM Instantly!

1000 friends update

REAL MONEY (no more MS Points!)

Multiplayer without being logged on - For Family on your Xbox!



XBOX ONE NOVEMBER £429 UK!!!

Also announced: New Need for Speed Rivals / Assassins Creed Black Flag / Watch Dogs / Star Wars Battlefront, Mirrors Edge 2 / Rayman / Splinter Cell BlackList / Fifa 14 / UFC / The Crew / Trials Fusion / and others I can't remember right now!

 

[DeeKay86]

Is my 360 wheel/pedals going to work on the new one?

f**k buying a new set up for my F1 nightly fix!

Excuse them for not allowing you to use absolutely everything with the new hardware... :butt:

I dunno, maybe they will, maybe they won't, doubt it though

 

[DeeKay86]

Ubisoft just announced a game by Massive Entertainment called 'The Division'. Massive Online Open World RPG. Looks so damn epic!

 

[Gavin.]

I sense some fanboy excitement. 65 exclamation marks is a just a little excessive in one post. I don't normally go past 50 if i'm honest :rasp:

 

[DeeKay86]

I sense some fanboy excitement. 65 exclamation marks is a just a little excessive in one post. I don't normally go past 50 if i'm honest :rasp:

Its just E3, I go positively crazy!

 

[The Fatty]

watched it, wasn't impressed tbh. IMO the games have not taken the jump forward that I was expecting. Everything still looks very cgi, with only very small moments of realism. Besides forza, all the games seem to still have the typical Ai responses (i.e. get within a set distance and they come after you). I like the idea of no more AI in forza, if it works it could be very interesting! I'm not going to be spending £400+ on it until more than one game I like is out on it. Liked the look of the new halo. In game smartglass seems like a good idea at first, but tbh I don't think its going to be fun trying to fiddle with a phone/tablet whilst trying to use a controller at the same time. Kind of seems like too much technology integration paths (controller, voice, 3d body scanning and now phones/tablets). Also I keep hearing 60fps (which can be judged over a stream that's at half the frame rate anyway), but has anyone had confirmation about native 4K support?

 

[Matt26]

2 FREE GAMES PER MONTH on Xbox Live!

XB360: World of Tanks - 15 on 15 player - FREE WITH GOLD
XB360: MAX
XB360: Dark Souls II

Offering free games on your subscription service? What a great idea! I'm surprised no one has done it already.

 

[AK]

Are those free games available now?

 

[Cookie]

Fable 3 is

 

[AK]

When are the rest that are listed in that quote?

 

[Cookie]

When are the rest that are listed in that quote?

Well, Dark Souls II isn't scheduled for release til March 2014 apparently

 

[dk]

So we've now established that the ps4 is cheaper, probably more powerful, doesn't require a constant connection or even one every 24 hrs, there are no restrictions on second hand games, no fees to be paid.

The only negative (which could be seen as a positive at then same time as it might be more polished) is the mandatory ps plus subscription to go online now.

Sony really have taken Advantage of the public reaction to all things Xbox one.

Will an Xbox one be worth buying for £430 just to play forza, hmmm, I'm honestly not sure now, and I was definitely buying both consoles, but as Sony have proved that the publishers aren't forcing the consoles to restrict second hand sales, I'm not so sure.

Will be see a 180 from ms now on this, or will the publishers cry now they've been offered this extra earning potential.

 

[Reev]

The only negative (which could be seen as a positive at then same time as it might be more polished) is the mandatory ps plus subscription to go online now.

The shite controller is a pretty big negative for the PS4.

 

[Brand86]

Publishers prefer MS now due to the pre owned thing. That's all a load of BS though, this gen many, many games comes with exclusive content you can only redeem once - and for many games they are key features so you end up having to pay for them after buying a pre owned game.

Also the cost of the console is irrelevant over the lifetime of a console - £80 wouldn't sway me one way or another.

The One has some great looking exclusives coming out and their presentation at E3 has definitely won me back around. Titanfall alone looks awesome.

 

[C.J]

My only gripe with the PS, is the controller. The Xbox one fits perfectly, whereas the PS is miniature.

I will get one on launch, which one I'm not sure yet. Unlikely I'll get both, unless my mates split down the middle again.

 

[imprezaworks]

100% agree mate, thats the only thing stopping me getting one at the moment. Xbox controller is miles better

 

[dk]

Both controllers will be different dont forget and so we'll have to wait until we get out hands on them really.

 

[imprezaworks]

Will the ps one be layed out the same as the Xbox one? Can't imagine Xbox will change the toggle button design, massive fail if they did.

 

[dk]

I think it's the ps one that's changed the most.

 

[imprezaworks]

The toggle buttons staying where they were?

 

[Reev]

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Skip to 9:35 for the next gen comparison.

Lots of cool technology in the PS4 controller but the size is still going to be a problem for some people.

 

[Gavin.]

I really don't like the Xbox offset joysticks but I suppose its what you're used to.
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[imprezaworks]

True

 

[C.J]

Some info regarding the XboxOne:

CONNECTED

Xbox One will deliver new benefits for gamers that are only possible with a system designed from the ground up to be ready and connected. Here are just a few examples:

• A new generation of games with power from the cloud: Because every Xbox One owner has a broadband connection, developers can create massive, persistent worlds that evolve even when you’re not playing.
• 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.
• Stay connected to your friends: Never miss an opportunity to play games with your friends or to catch up with family on Skype. Use Skype in Snap mode to chat while you play games or watch TV. Or enjoy group video Skype calls with people around the world, all from the comfort of your living room.
• 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.
• 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.

Networking Technologies

A range of advanced technologies will make these scenarios possible, including:

• Superior wireless performance and coverage throughout the home: Xbox One is equipped with a gigabit Ethernet port and 802.11n wireless. With 802.11n, Xbox One can use the 5GHz wireless band which eliminates considerable interference from other devices in the home, such as cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and microwaves. Xbox One uses two wireless antennas, versus one in Xbox 360. This provides dramatically better coverage and sustained performance, which means faster internet speeds in more areas of your home.
• Faster connection to a world of smart devices: With Wi-Fi Direct, Xbox One can speak directly to smart wireless devices and connect to them through the cloud. This means your smartphone or tablet will interact with Xbox One seamlessly.
• Future proofed with power from the cloud: Microsoft has created a global network of more than 300,000 Xbox Live and Windows Azure servers, to help creators realize their visions of what is possible with a connected system.

Networking Requirements

To ensure Xbox One works optimally and can offer the experiences described above, it is designed with the following networking requirements:

• 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.



At Xbox, we’ve always believed in a connected world of games and entertainment. With Xbox One, we are planning for a connected future. We can’t wait to show you what’s to come

http://news.xbox.com/2013/06/connected

LICENSE

With our modern architecture, Xbox One games will load more quickly, will be always accessible from the cloud, and there is no physical limit to the size or scope of the content provided.

Here are our platform policies and capabilities for game licensing – all of which will be made available when Xbox One launches later this year:

• 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.
• Share access to your games with everyone inside your home: Your friends and family, your guests and acquaintances get unlimited access to all of your games. Anyone can play your games on your console--regardless of whether you are logged in or their relationship to you.
• Give your family access to your entire games library anytime, anywhere: Xbox One will enable new forms of access for families. Up to ten members of your family can log in and play from your shared games library on any Xbox One. Just like today, a family member can play your copy of Forza Motorsport at a friend’s house. Only now, they will see not just Forza, but all of your shared games. You can always play your games, and any one of your family members can be playing from your shared library at a given time.
• 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.
• 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.

In our role as a game publisher, Microsoft Studios will enable you to give your games to friends or trade in your Xbox One games at participating retailers. Third party publishers may opt in or out of supporting game resale and may set up business terms or transfer fees with retailers. Microsoft does not receive any compensation as part of this. In addition, third party publishers can enable you to give games to friends. Loaning or renting games won’t be available at launch, but we are exploring the possibilities with our partners.

As we move into this new generation of games and entertainment, from time to time, Microsoft may change its policies, terms, products and services to reflect modifications and improvements to our services, feedback from customers and our business partners or changes in our business priorities and business models or for other reasons. We may also cease to offer certain services or products for similar reasons.

In the months ahead, we will continue to listen to your feedback as we meet with our partners in the ecosystem to bring additional detail about our policies.

We are excited about this new generation of games and entertainment and look forward to sharing more news with our fans

http://news.xbox.com/2013/06/license

PRIVACY

Xbox One and Kinect offer easy and approachable ways to control your games and entertainment with your voice and gestures. By recognizing you, Xbox One can tailor personal experiences and customize content just for you.

At Microsoft, we prioritize your privacy. We understand that your personal data and privacy are important. Xbox One and Kinect will provide tools to put you in control of your data. These include:

• 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 are in control of your personal data: You can play games or enjoy applications that use data,such as videos, photos, facial expressions, heart rate and more, but this data will not leave your Xbox One without your explicit permission. Here are a few examples of potential future scenarios:
  • A fitness game could measure heart rate data to provide you with improved feedback on your workout, allow you to track your progress, or even measure calories burned.
  • A card game could allow you to bluff your virtual opponent using your facial expressions.

• 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.

We’ll have more information available as we get closer to product availability later this year.

http://news.xbox.com/2013/06/privacy

 

[Heez]

Still trying to get my head around a 50gb game being played on a friends console. Does it download (waiting ages on a 2mb connection) or is it actual "cloud" gaming where it is streamed from your console onto your buddies console? Hence the always connected part of the devices?

 

[Clart]

like the sound of skype in snapmode whilst your playing.

 

[C.J]

like the sound of skype in snapmode whilst your playing.

I agree, I use Skype every week on my iPad. Would love to use the TV.

 

[Eliganza]

Ps4 controller grips look significantly longer/more ergonomic than the old dualshocks. Although the Xbox asymmetric configuration is still probably more comfortable, the new dualshock looks like a big improvement.
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[Brand86]

I've already drawn up a list of games I want this Xmas (or whenever they come out!) - , Titanfall, Destiny, Witcher 3 and The District.

I am connected to the net and don't really care about pre owned. I am just going to get down and have some fun playing these games and not worrying about all the restriction concerns which will likely be far less severe/an impact as people fear.

 

[Longy]

 

[Munson]

Where is this '50GB' game stuff coming from? I very much doubt any of the games will be that big.

8-10 would be pretty normal for an A-list title these days?

 

[Cookie]

Max size of a dual layer BR disc. Can't see many games hitting that limit though.

 

[Ben]

I'm still massively undecided on whether or not to move over to the PS4. I think I may wait until after release and try each one out. Can't wait for BF4 though.