Small Arms XBLA Pictures

The guys over at XboxXyde have release the first screenshots of Small Arms.

Gastronaut Studios has released these four colorful images from their upcoming title known as Small Arms. This side scrolling fighting will allow up to four players to beat each other to death, and it looks great considering it's only an arcade title. Planned for release this Autumn, players can take control of cyborg cats, assassin pigs and even mutant chimney sweeps as they beat everything in sight to a pulp. Screenshots can be found here.

The Outfit : Collaterial Damage Pack

Those of you who have the game "The Outfit" will be pleased to know the add-on pack is now available. Originally this was going to be 500MS points but has since being release for free. Read all about the add-on pack here

New Saints Row Screenshots

With the demo just around the corner, many readers just cant get enough on Saints Row, here are some more screenshots until the demo comes out.

Xbox Live Arcade Stats (unofficial)

A gamer known as C4Lukins has posted some unoffical xbox live arcade stats over on the Neogaf Forums. There are some interesting figures here for sure, to see how he calculated the stats and the figures, read about it here

Half Life 2 details including screenshots and video

Valve recently announced during the EA summer showcase 06 the contents of the Half Life 2 package for the Xbox 360. So far we have found out we will be getting not only the confirmed Half Life 2 : Episode 2 but also a revamped Half Life 2 and Episode 1. In addition to that they will also be including the popular Half Life 2 mod : Team Fortress 2 and a puzzle based mod called Portal (similar to Prey) Now there is one hell of a gaming package.

Check out the latest screenshots
and the small movie below.

Half-Life 2: Episode Two Trailer One *Extended*

Review : Joytech Nitro Racing Wheel

Over at Xboxic, the guys have posted a review of one of the first generation racing wheels for the Xbox 360. The Joytech Nitro Racing Wheel connects into the 360 via a simple USB connection. The wheel comes with a choice of simple suction to hold it to the table or a leg support system. The review puts the wheel through it paces with Burnout Revenge and also PGR3. To find out how this product stacked up, check out the full article here

DOA4 demo now on marketplace

Every good console launch needs a good fighting game and for the Xbox 360 that was DOA4. Created by Techmo, DOA4 has outstanding graphics, amazing level design, and addicted gameplay. If you havent played the game download the demo now from Xbox 360 marketplace. The download is 680meg.

New Tony Hawk's Project 8 footage.

The guys over at XboxXyde got there hands on some new Tony Hawk's Project 8 footage. So far the game is looking very promising with Activision wanting to get back to basics with this title. Check out all the latest video's here.

Just Cause - Xbox 360 New Footage

A new trailer has been released onto the internet. Currently in development by Avalanche Studios, and due to be published by Eidos, it is a new 3rd person action adeventure .
Just Cause offers the freedom to tackle your assignments however you want. The action takes place in an incredibly detailed world which consists of over 250,000 acres of mountains, jungles, beaches, cities and villages. The island can be explored by land, sea and air, as you will have at your disposal one of the most varied and exciting array of vehicles ever seen in a video game. Cant wait for this game, its looking like a sure hit.

New Dead Rising Media

Want to see some more media of Dead Rising?. The guys over at www.ign.com have just put up some new gameplay videos of this upcoming title due for 15th September release. Go get your latest Zombie fix here

Forza Motorsport 2 Customization Trailer

Turn 10 Art Director John Wendl's Show-and-Tell of FM2's Deep Customization Features

The first film you saw was the 2006 E3 trailer now we turn that focus to car customization, one of Forza Motorsport's most celebrated features. First, check out the video here, let it sink in, examine the details, and click into the story to get commentary by Turn 10's art director John Wendl on what you just saw...

Viva Pinata New Screenshots

The guys over at http://www.totally360.com/ have put up some new screenshots of Viva Pinata for Xbox 360. This puzzle/party game is currently being developed by Microsoft and Rare and is due out later this year. Check out the new screenshots here. The offical Viva Pinata site can be found at http://www.vivapinata.com

Top Xbox Live games for week of 17/07/2006

Here is the stats straight from Major Nelson

Xbox 360 Top Live Games
1 Call of Duty 2
2 Ghost Recon 3
3 Chromehounds
4 Oblivion
5 BFMC
6 Lord of the Rings: BFME2
7 Final Fantasy XI
8 Prey
9 PGR3
10 LOTR, BFME II Demo

Original Xbox Top Live Games
1 Halo 2
2 Battlefield 2: MC
3 Counter-Strike
4 Splinter Cell Chaos
5 Rainbow Six 3 BA
6 Pro Evolution Soccer 5
7 Star Wars: Battlfrnt 2
8 Madden NFL 2006
9 Forza Motorsport
10 Splinter Cell Chaos

Halo Faceplate

The guys over at GameStop.com have just started to advertise the first of the Halo faceplates. Customised faceplates are all the rage currently with many being made in limited numbers or "Collecters Additions" Many people currently have a customised faceplate with popular (but limited ones) being the PGR3 / GRAW / COD2 faceplates. So here is the first Halo faceplate, but unfortunately it is only a pre-order with a date for it being 24/10/06. Looks pretty cool dont you think?.

AquaZone coming to the 360

What is AquaZone I here you say ... AquaZone, an aquarium simulation game originally made for the Sega Saturn console in 1996, it will allow you to take control over your very own virtual Aquarium, you will need to take care of the day to day runnings of being a responsible (or irresponsible) fish owner. AquaZone will have many varieties of fish to keep as pets as well as downloadable content from the marketplace. My only final question about this game is why?. AqauZone will start shipping in September 2006.

New Texas Hold'Em Info

In a interview done by Joystiq with Greg Canessa of XBLA we learnt some more details about Texas Hold'Em.

Besides Lumines Live!, one of the other games people are looking forward to is Texas Hold 'Em poker. Talk about what's in store for that.

First of all, it won't be free. We haven't decided on what the final price will be, but it will not be free. As far as incentives, we want to make sure gamers play with a purpose with a game like this that doesn't have any actual risk/reward. We will have a persistent bankroll system tied to your gamertag that will allow those who have built up enough money to enter higher-quality tournaments. Then, if you run out of money, you have to enter the freebie tournaments to build your bankroll back up.

Alien Hominid and Castle Crash coming to Xbox Live Arcade

Two new games have been confirmed to be coming to Xbox Live Arcade in the early part of 2007. The first title name "Alien Hominid" and the second being "Castle Crash"

Alien Hominid was originally coded in flash and came out on Newgrounds.com back in 2002. The console version for Xbox Arcade will feature upgraded graphics and sound as well as bigger bosses, more multiplayer games, large levels and all new weapons. Cant wait for this one..

Castle Crashers is Behemoth’s new 4-player side scrolling action brawler, the company debuted the game in alpha form running on the GameCube at last year’s Comic-Con Not much else is known about this title but we will let you know as we hear more.

So it looks like Microsoft is serious about its Xbox Live Arcade and we as gamers are in for a treat as these old classics keep coming out.

Dear Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo

What follows are three letters from an imaginary gamer to Nintendo, Sony and Microsoft asking them for things that we really deserve to know the answers to, a few suggestions, and some general observations on their behavior of late.

Check out the letters here. Im sure we all agree on what the letters have to say.

Brian Lara Cricket 2007

Brian Lara Cricket 2007 for Xbox 360 is in development by Codemasters and is heading for a March 2007 release. Check it out. Here are the first screenshots of the game and info , courtesy of SPOnG.com

Chromehounds Ranking

Got Chromehounds - how does your hound design rate? Need to build a better hound and want ideas? Go check out this site to see what true customisation looks like. Rate the best and upload yours to share http://www.sega.com/gamesite/chromehounds/gallery.php

Latest Xbox 360 Charts.

Australian Chart for week ending 16/07/06 - Retail Sales

Dead or Alive : Xtreme 2

Some new screenshots are available showing those lovely ladies from the DOA series. Wearing well umm very little as always. This time there on Jacks island and are ready for all out fun, competing with each other in activities such as Personal Water Craft Races, Water Slider, Rope Pulling, and Hip Wrestling. Check out the screenshots here and here

Microsofts Quarterly Finance Report

Microsoft today released it quarterly earnings and shared some of its Xbox 360 sales statistics via a power point presentation. Microsoft announced it shipped 1.8 million Xbox 360 units in the last quarter bringing the number of Xbox 360's sold since launch to around 5 million. Whats more interesting is the uptake of Xbox live with over 3 million current uses. They are well on there way to the 10 million mark which they have there eye set on. With the holiday season approaching fast its now just up to Sony and Nintendo to make there mark with gamers.

Test Drive Unlimited Pricing

Today Atari have announced the pricing of there new MMO racer for the Xbox 360. Test Drive Unlimited will only retail at around $55 AUD ($40 USD) in a surprise move that has been welcomed by many. When asked to comment on this they stated "Innovation should be available to everyone, not a privilege for those can afford high price tags". They also have guaranteed to bring out car updates every month for six months via the Marketplace. Its good to see a game who's price is set for the masses.

New Turok 360 screenshots and info

After Joseph Turoks ship is shot down over the mysterious planet, he finds himself fighting off unknown, well trained soldiers and ravenous, unpredictable creatures. His only goal is to survive. Not much info is out to much yet on this past hit series but here are some screenshots from xbox360.qj.net and teamxbox.com thats showcase Turok's next- gen makeover. Pictures here and here

PC vs Xbox 360 : Prey Comparison

Over at Gamespot today they have a interesting article on that never-ending debate. Are PC games better than the 360. Well have a look for yourself. They put the 360 up against low, mid and high range spec computers using the newly released game Prey. Click here to read the whole article.

World Snooker Championship 2007

The guys over at www.xbox360.qj.net have posted some new images of World Snooker Championship 2007 for both the Xbox 360 and PS3. In this game you will be able to create your very own player or choose a known professional and compete in licensed tournaments from around the globe. Read the full article and see the screenshots here

Chromehounds content now available on the Marketplace.

The first batch of downloadable content for Sega's Chromehounds has hit the marketplace. The downloads include Light Arms 02, Heavy Arms 01, Assist Parts 01, and Colour 02. The great thing about this download is that it is free - a way of saying thankyou by Sega to all those who bought this product.

Clive Barkers Jericho coming to Xbox 360

If you have read any of Clive Barkers original horror storys including The Books of Blood or The Thief of Always and Abarat 1 and ii or watched any of his classic horror films he wrote, produced and directed like Hellraiser or Nightbreed then you know the reason we are excited about hearing about his new project - Jericho. Clive Barker's Jericho revolves around the mysterious reappearance of a lost city in a remote desert. Along with the city, a new evil emerges, a evil as old as the earth. A highly trained special forces squad must track down these evil forces before they destroy all of humanity. The game is in current development for Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 by Codemasters

Gears of War Update.

Over at www.xbox360.ign.com there is some new info outlining the main characters in the game. Check out the profiles of Marcus Fenix, Dominic Santiago, Minh Young Kim and Augustus Cole all with full screenshots. Check them out here.

Colin Mcrae : DIRT

A new name, new screenshots and a official launch window. Codemasters the guys behind the successful Colin McRae series are back. Promising to be the most diverse title in the series yet, the game will span locations throughout the world including Pikes Peak International course and will feature the series' trademark point-to-point races as well as a slew of off-road events. As always cars will range from 2WD, 4WD, Classic and RWD rally cars as well as Dakar-style trucks and 4x4s. Check out the new screenshots from IGN here . Pic1 Pic2 Pic3 The games release date is set for a 2007 for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC.

Cloning Clyde Now available

As promised by the guys over at Xbox Live here is the second of the xbox live arcade titles to be released during "Xbox Live Arcade Wednesday" A free demo is up for all regions for Cloning Clyde. If you like the game you can purchase it for 800 points.

Need for Speed : Carbon Dated

The guys over at www.xbox360.qj.net have recently heard news from EA Black Box in Vancouver that it will be releasing it next NFS title named Need for Speed : Carbon on Nov 10, 2006 on all platforms. For the first time the game history it will based on a real city notably Carbon Canynon in California. Check the full article out here.

More info on Microsoft's "Zune"

For a product that's not even been officially confirmed by Microsoft, new info continues to keep coming to light. The latest leaks are from Digital Music News, they have been reviewing some of the presentation material that Microsoft has shared with top executives from partner companies. The big news (and no real shock) is that the Zune will be based on Xbox Live Anyway technology. Rumors so far state the Zune is going to come in 3 colours, have a 30 gig harddrive and have WIFI functionality for sharing music with friends. Rumored release date in the US is for Nov 06
will a global launch early in 07.

New Elveon Screenshots Released

Some new screenshots of this Action based RPG have been posted over at news4gamers.com Check them out here This game is in delevopment by 10Tacle Studios with no publisher being announced as yet. We will be keeping a close eye on this title as it progresses.

Mad Tracks coming to Xbox Live Arcade

The guys over at http://www.squadxp.com have got news of a new game coming to Xbox 360 Arcade. Mad Tracks is an arcade-style party racing game available currently on PC. The PC game has 12 pull-back friction vehicles,wildly acrobatic racing tracks, 46 Challenges (23 races, 23 minigames), pick-ups, spectacular jumps, split screen and multiplayer. No date has been set for the Xbox 360 version yet but we will let you know as soon as we here any news.

Saints Row demo dated for August 1st

Lately it seems people have been talking about playing the Saints Row demo even before it has been released on the Marketplace. Well it's true .. it would seem the demo has been recieved by people who have pre-ordered the game from there local Toys r Us and Gamestop stores. The pre-order demo package consists of

Saints Row Demo
Saints Row Trailer
Making Of Video
Art Gallery
Music Tracks
Downloads (gamer pics and theme)

For the rest of us however we will have to wait a little longer for the demo which is dated for release on Ausgust 1st.

Updated Xbox 360 Australian Release List

What you can expect before the end of the year.

20th July Chrome Hounds
31st August Madden NFL 2007
31st August Saint's Row
7th September Enchanted Arms
14th September The Godfather
15th September Dead Rising 1
5th September Lego Star Wars 2 The Original Trilogy
15th September Samurai Warriors 2
21st September Superman Returns
21st September Tom Clancys Splinter Cell 4 Double Agent
28th September NHL Hockey 2007
29th September Test Drive Unlimited
29th September Timeshift
5th October NBA Live 2007
27th October Just Cause
27th October Pro Evolution Soccer 6
29th December Bomberman Act Zero

Rockstar's Table Tennis Demo coming soon.

Just as the title says, this Rockstar demo will hit the marketplace shortly for your gaming pleasure. A definate date has not been set yet but its always good to get some more demos. This news comes right from Major Nelsons blog.If you havent checked his blog out, check it out here

New Test Drive Screenshots

The guys over at planetaxbox360.com have posted some new photos of Atari's upcoming racer. Check them all out here. The latest photos shows the beauty of the Viper.

Tony Hawk Project 8 Motion Capture

Activision today released a new behind-the-scenes video of how motion capture is being used in Tony Hawk's Project 8. Steve Williams talks about motion capture in games, suits up in a motion capture suit, and then shows off some of his moves. Tony Hawk's Project 8 will be available in stores later this year. Have a look at the video here

Trailer : Medal of Honour Airborne

A nice new clip is up on the Marketplace for EA's Medal of Honour Airbourne. MOH Airborne was originally suppose to be a PS3 exclusive but it now seems it is coming to all next gen machines and the PC

Trailer : GRAW Chapter 2

If you still havent purchased "Chapter 2" for Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter and you dont know what the fuss is about, check out the new clip up on the Marketplace to see what your missing. The "Chapter 2" download came out last month and is available for 1200 MS points.

Picture Pack - Full Auto

A new picture pack for Full Auto is up on the Marketplace today. The picture pack retails for 100 Microsoft Points.

Region Free Gaming

So you want to save some money on new games, well consider importing. Check out the guys over at www.lik-sang.com or www.play-asia.com for some region-free xbox 360 games.
Titles that are region free for PAL uses in Australia include:

Prey, Tomb Raider : Legend, MotoGP 06, Far Cry Instincts Predator, Hitman Blood, Blazing Angels : Squadrons of WWII , Call of Duty 2, Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, Gun, Quake 4

You should be able to pick these games up for around $60 AUD including postage.

First Chromehounds add-on details

First details have come to light about the first of the Chromehounds Add-ons. This package is free of charge and contains some nice new weapons and a new camouflage colour. This will be available on the marketplace on the 19 July and for free Full details here

Gears of War - New Pics and Info

Some new info for this upcoming title have come to light.
IGN has all the latest here This title so far has shown a great deal of promise from all the photos and movies.

Superman Returns : The Game

Announced earlier this year for Xbox 360 by EA. Gamespot present there impressions of the Man of Steel's new adventure. For full store click here

Chromehound Reviews

Still not sure whether to buy Chromehounds for you next gaming purchase. Here are all the links for you to do a bit more reading and make your mind up.


http://reviews.teamxbox.com/xbox-360/1193/Chromehounds/p1/
http://xbox.boomtown.net/en_uk/articles/art.view.php?id=11882
http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/chromehounds/review.html?sid=6154008
http://xbox.gamespy.com/xbox-360/chrome-hound-age-of-arms/718616p1.html
http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/718/718234p1.html

Saints Row Multiplayer Hands-On

IGN have just posted the first impressions of Saints Row Mulitplayer Game. One of the handful of new and innovated games of 2006. Read the entire article here

Xbox Live Action

Well its on again for us Aussies.

Game : COD2
Date : 14 July 2006
Time : 9pm WST, 11pm EST
Game Type : Deathmatch , Capture the Flag

Host : weshollett

Im going to host for a couple of hours so add me to your friends list if your up for a game

New LOTR RPG announced by EA

Today EA announced the development of The Lord of the Rings, the White Council, a new RPG for the Xbox 360, PS3, and PC. The game has a late 2007 date set. Read more details here

Texas Hold'em

Just a heads up that the guys over at xbox.com have given this realistic poker game a date. It should be available on 23/08/2006. This game will feature full tournaments, 1080p visuals ,2-8 players , custom multiplayer, and Xbox Live scoreboards. We cant wait for this one..

Fushion Frenzy

Rumour : Fushion Frenzy heading to Xbox Live Arcade

I know many of you out there loved this game, well it seems the guys over at news4gamers have heard a rumour that it will be out around November on xbox live arcade. Full article here

New Marketplace Content

Oblivion : The Vile Lair

The Vile Lair is the 6th piece of downloadable content for Oblivion. A whole description of the contents is available from the official oblivion site. http//:www.elderscrolls.com

New Marketplace Content

Trailer : Pirates of the Caribbean : Dead Man's Chest Trailer

Now available to download from the Marketplace is the trailer from the box office smash.

New Marketplace Content

Demo : LOTR Battle for Middle Earth II

This demo is now up on the marketplace for all Australians. Get it and tell us your opinion over on the forums at www.xboxworld.com.au

Xbox Live Action

Feel like a game.. tonight the night with PGR3.

Game: PGR3
Date 13 July 2006
Time 10pm EST
Game Type :Cat & Mouse / Cone Capture

Just add Jamie 86 to your friends list and ask for a invite.
All Welcome

Forza Motorsport 2 Box Art

First shots of the new Forza Artwork from there main site

www.forzamotorsport.net

New Marketplace Content

Trailer : Mass Effect : Walkthrough Demo

Now available for download is this trailer in both 480p and 720p

New Marketplace Content

Trailor : Halo 3 In the Beginning

Available for all regions, a new trailer is out in 720p. This is the trailor that was originally posted on Bungie.net webpage last month.

New Marketplace Content

Game Demo : NCAA Football 07
For all you Australians that have a US or Canadian Account, the NCAA Football 07 demo is out. It is again a whooping 1.05Gig Download.

COD3 Preview

One of the first previews of the next Call of Duty installment is up over at Gamespot.com Go have a read soldier..

http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/callofduty3/news.html?sid=6153856

Key Features mentioned include : 7 Player Classes, Multiple way of completing individual tasks, A more cinematic experience than previous installments, 24 player multiplayer.

Rockstar Table Tennis Competition

Rockstar games have announced details of their Xbox Live Table Tennis Tournament. Head over here http://clash.cc/tabletennistourney/ to register. Prices include a trip to Paris to watch the worlds best.

Frogger - Xbox Live Arcade

Earlier tonight the Xbox Live Arcade game Frogger was released. Coming in at 400 points you have the choice of playing the original or a graphical enhanced version of the classic arcade game. Download the trial and give it a go. Reminds me so much of that Seinfield episode :P

Latest Xbox 360 Gaming Charts

New Oblivion Content this week

Bethesda announced today that the next download for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, the Vile Lair , will be available for download on Xbox Live this Thursday, July 13th. For a description for the download check it out here

http://obliviondownloads.com/Coming_Soon_DLC5.aspx

Although stated origianally as a PC release via the official Oblivion download site when asked, Bethesda commented the Xbox 360 version should be up on the Marketplace at the same time

Fingers Crossed for this one guys.

New Dead Rising Screenshots

Just noticed over at xbox360.qj.net they had a bunch of new Dead Rising Screenshots. Looking at these this game is going to be a must have

http://xbox360.qj.net/Huge-Load-of-Dead-Rising-Screenshots/pg/49/aid/58462

Latest COD3 Screenshots

Here are the latest screenshots of COD3.

ttp://www.planetcallofduty.com/callofduty3/files/screens1.shtml

The first three images are from the the ps3, the next three are from the Xbox 360 and the final two are from the Nintendo Wii

and why not also have a quick read of IGNs first impressions of COD3

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/717/717769p1.html

Microsoft Confirms Xbox Live Arcade Wednesdays

Microsoft has confirmed a new program called 'Xbox Live Arcade Wednesdays', which features a weekly launch schedule for new Xbox Live Arcade titles. Here is the rundown on whats coming out in future.

* July 12 - Frogger
* July 19 - Cloning Clyde
* July 26 - Galaga
* August 2 - Street Fighter II Hyper Fighting
* August 9 - Pac-Man

Reviews of Prey Xbox 360.

Here is the first of the Prey xbox 360 reviews. Getting good scores.






http://reviews.teamxbox.com/xbox-360/1191/Prey/p1/
http://www.gamepro.com/microsoft/xbox360/games/reviews/73068.shtml
http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/717/717824p1.html
http://www.nlgaming.com/nl/asp/id_1457/nl/reviewDisp.htm

Microsoft Handheld Reportedly Named 'Zune'

News from over at Gizmodo.com suggests the new name for Microsofts new handheld is reportly going to be named "Zune". Pictures have leaked out from a inside source that shows the Zune sporting a sleek and clean design. We are still not sure whether it is going to be just a competitor for Apples suceessful Ipod or a handheld gaming unit as well much like the PSP.
Either way the handheld is looking at a christmas Release.

New Project Gotham Racing 3 "Style Pack" released

Microsoft Game Studios and Bizarre Creations today announced the Style Pack for “Project Gotham Racing 3” is now available for download on Xbox Live Marketplace.Featured in the pack are 12 new dream cars from the world’s leading manufacturers, including BMW, Ferrari, and Mercedes-Benz. The RUF R.K. Spyder 3.8 is available as a free download, while the complete car pack can be purchased for 400 Microsoft Points. Individual cars can also be downloaded a la carte for 60 Microsoft Points each.The following new cars are available for download as part of the Style Pack:

* BMW M6 (2006)
* BMW Z8 (2001)
* BMW M3 CSL (2003)
* BMW MINI COOPER S (2005)
* Gumpert Apollo Coupe 4.2 V8 (2005)
* 2005 Chrysler® Firepower Concept
* Ferrari 365 GTB4 "Daytona" (1968)
* Ferrari F430 Challenge (2006)
* Mercedes CLK DTM AMG (C209)
* Pagani Zonda F (2005)
* RUF R.K. Spyder 3.8 (2006)
* Vanwall GPR V12 (2006)

Artist of the Month

This Months Xbox Live Artist is Cartel. Hailing from the small town of Conyers, 20 minutes outside of Atlanta, they have made there mark as a upcoming fivesome to watch with the release of there new album "Chroma". Download there latest clip in both 480p and 720p for you viewing enjoyment.

Latest Marketplace Content

Just released on the marketplace for all Australians is both the theme and picture packs for LOTR : Battle for Middle Earth II. The theme is 150 points and picture pack is 80 points.

Preview Themes here : http://www.xbox.com/en-US/live/marketplace/lordoftheringsbattleformiddleearth2/themes.htm

Preview Pictures here :http://www.xbox.com/en-US/live/marketplace/lordoftheringsbattleformiddleearth2/gamerpics.htm

LOTR : Battle for Middle Earth II

LOTR: Battle for Middle Earth

Latest xbox 360 reviews up.. check em out here guys

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/716/716469p1.html

http://reviews.teamxbox.com/xbox-360/1190/The-Lord-of-the-Rings-The-Battle-for-MiddleEarth-II/p1/

http://videogames.yahoo.com/gamereview?cid=1951246583&tab=reviews&page=0&eid=468158

Seems like the guys over at EA have pulled it off - the first RTS that actually works on a console.