Call of Duty 8: first details

Call of Duty: Black Ops isn’t due to land until November, but already the eighth version of the best-selling series is being primed, with early details slipping out on Twitter.

Sledgehammer Games is the studio behind COD 8, which is set to land next year, before Infinity Ward takes over for the ninth version, its successor to the awesome Modern Warfare 2. Sledgehammer boss Glen Schofield says, though, that we can expect something pretty impressive from COD 8. … Continue Reading

3D in the home: let the hype truly begin

So, you thought the 3D hype was already in full swing? Brace yourself, because over the next few weeks we’re going to see advertising campaigns, news stories and product announcements blitz our lives. And at least some of the blame falls at the door of that accursed World Cup.

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Microsoft Updates Xbox LIVE

Sit tight because the next evolution in connected entertainment is just around the corner. From Tuesday 11 August, more than 20 million Xbox LIVE members will receive the latest Xbox LIVE update; your world of entertainment at your fingertips.

This far-reaching update changes how we receive and share all our entertainment via Xbox LIVE. Whatever your entertainment needs, Xbox LIVE will provide: partying, playing games, watching films, or kidding around with cool Avatar clothes.

Yes, if you’re just out there looking for the latest fashions to liven up your Avatar, check out the new Avatar Marketplace. Here an ever-expanding selection of stores offer premium outfits from famous fashion brands such as Adidas, Quiksilver, Roxy and tokidoki. Unique ‘Steampunk’ and ‘Recessionista’ clothing is racked up here too. There are also game-related togs based on the likes of “Halo 3”, “Fable II” and many more.

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