Comments - Gaming - Duncan Mackenzie .NET

If you are wondering where I get my Xbox Live info...

2009-02-22T09:08:07.953

Duncan: I run Biz Dev for GGL. Can you contact me please?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2009-02-03T13:16:42.297

This seems to have stopped working. Using the REST api it just says everyone is an invalid gamertag. This is a great service and it would be a shame if it wasn't saved : )

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2009-01-31T13:09:43.607

Hi there, this seems pretty cool... However, could you provide the sourcecode for this?
I just want to know how you get all the information from, and how you do it?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2009-01-31T12:28:31.217

Hi there, this seems pretty cool... However, could you provide the sourcecode for this?
I just want to know how you get all the information from, and how you do it?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2009-01-28T21:07:15.373

This service is pretty cool... is the source available?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2009-01-28T21:00:46.093

This service is pretty cool... is the source available?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2009-01-24T12:26:57.467

After about a day of trying to understand all this. I think I have a pretty good solution to simply displaying your Gamertag status. I have been searching for a way to accomplish this for such a long time. I'm so glad you have shown us the light Duncan!

Also, big thanks to AnimuX for his code. It was a big help.

Check out my implementation out here: http://michaelwschultz.com

I have also written an article about how this is accomplished and have included all the source code here: http://idzr.org/e6swzs

If you all have any questions feel free to contact me at michael@michaelwschultz.com

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-10-06T23:15:00

Hi Duncan
Thanx for the API.
This is surely something i was looking for!

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-09-12T10:40:00

Hello Duncan,
Thank you for posting this great info! I guess I have the same questions as some of the people on this blog. Is it possible for you to tell me where you're getting your data from Xbox Live?

I am working on a website and don't want to bog down your server with hundreds of request every hour. Thanks!

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2008-08-28T14:48:00

can someone help me recover my gamertag on xbox live, like everytime i try to recovr it, it says something about "There is a problem with the credentials" then when i do go to passport.com AND try to sign in it says something like "you are signing into this to much or someone else is"

and please tell the xbox people to contact me at scottlussier23@hotmail.com and help me get my gamertag back

it is S C I2 4 IP 3 D

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-08-26T21:54:00

Thanks for the resource! I've integrated it with my personal site to show my gamer points on the last few games I've played. I use CSS to create bar charts of my progress.

http://www.joshnichols.com/xbox/

If you are wondering where I get my Xbox Live info...

2008-07-10T09:33:00

I started developing my own Xbox 360 website back in February and had hoped by now, Microsoft would either accept or deny my request. I've heard that Microsoft has been very slow in responding or not responding at all from other web developers. I am with the others on here though, why can't they open the program to everyone else? I know Playstation 3's PSN doesn't have anything to compare to Xbox 360's XBL web feed, so maybe Microsoft is just holding back from us. ;)

Oh and before I forget.. Is there any chance you could pull some strings over at Microsoft in order for them to take a look at my request? I am one of those few who are creating a large site. :)

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-06-24T13:30:00

I use this ColdFusion code to cache the xml file on my server. I then setup my server to automatically run this script every 30 minutes. I then have another page that actually uses the local xml file.

<cfhttp url="http://duncanmackenzie.net/services/GetXboxInfo.aspx?GamerTag=stolemygamertag" method="get">
<cfhttpparam type="header" name="Accept-Encoding" value="*" />
<cfhttpparam type="Header" name="TE" value="deflate;q=0">
</cfhttp>

<cfset gamerinfo = XMLParse(trim(cfhttp.FileContent))>

<cffile action="write" file="D:\Inetpub\razorrifh\gamerinfo\stolemygamertag.xml" output="

If you are wondering where I get my Xbox Live info...

2008-06-21T03:49:00

Hey Patrick, Alex... and everyone else... while I understand your comments that it should be more widely available, that is exactly why I made this service on my site. I understand that you would rather be hitting a service on xbox.com or something similar, but I do strive for high uptime and few breaking changes... and I am a Microsoft employee by the way, so we aren't all in favour of restricting access to this data :)

If you are wondering where I get my Xbox Live info...

2008-06-20T23:46:00

Yeah, I have to agree with Alex. It doesn't make sense for Microsoft to restrict access to that data. I'm afraid to lean on your service because it may come down, or change, or who knows what.

It would be great if they could open it at least a little bit. Like to members of XNA~

"Dear Microsoft,

Please share all that awesome data, you will undoubtedly have your mind blown by what the world comes up with.

Thanks."

:)

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-06-18T15:30:00

Dan,

I use CURL to first cache the xml file on my own server then simplexml to access the xml file and process it into the PHP script.

Example:

if (file_exists($file)) {

$xml = simplexml_load_file($file);

foreach ($xml->RecentGames->XboxUserGameInfo as $games)
{
print ' ';
print '' . $games->Game->Name . ' ';
print 'Achievements: ' . $games->Achievements . ' of ' . $games->Game->TotalAchievements . ' possible. ';
print 'Gamer Score: ' . $games->GamerScore . ' of ' . $games->Game->TotalGamerScore . ' possible. ';
}

} else {

exit('Failed to open XML file.');

}

Custom Armor Configurations in Halo 3

2008-06-18T15:03:00

I've also considered this. I think without some kind of gateway or feed from Bungie to get the individual player data by gamertag you're limited to scraping it from the Bungie.net player profile page.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-06-16T12:40:00

Sorry for double post but the code i gave above has a ] after the gamertag that shouldnt be there.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-06-16T12:36:00

Hey I was wondering if anyone could help me retrieve induvidual items of data from the XML Document using PHP.

I have so far:

<?php
$xmlDoc = new DOMDocument();
$xmlDoc->load("http://duncanmackenzie.net/services/GetXboxInfo.aspx?GamerTag=x2i4eva"]);

$x = $xmlDoc->documentElement;

foreach ($x->childNodes AS $item) {
print $item->nodeName . " = " . $item->nodeValue . "
";
}
?>

Custom Armor Configurations in Halo 3

2008-03-19T23:02:00

I don't get what yor trying to do here.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-03-15T12:02:00

the easiest way to use the info is to use a xml parser and then use the info as you wish

this is how i decided to use it
http://brownmurder.10gbfreehost.com/

i also made a gamertag learderboard and keep meaning to start a new project

hope that help you on how to use the info

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-03-14T15:37:00

I think this is the kind of program Ive been looking for. I am not sure since I know nothing of coding and/or how to use it. If you would be so kind as to maybe email me or even on this board let me know how to use this code, I would really appreciate it. Thanks.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-03-11T05:57:00

Duncan, great post and info. I've been trying for a while to find something like this!

One problem I have though...? I have consumed your webservice in VS2005 and I am trying to get back data for my GTag, but, I keep getting error: Data source is an invalid type. It must be either an IListSource, IEnumerable, or IDataSource.

I'd prefer to use the web service rather than a get method as it's cleaner. Any help greatly appriciated. Ta.

Tony

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-03-02T23:57:00

Love this service. Ditto what everyone has already said, its great! - thanks for making it available. Question though..anyone know why some output for some gamertags show <LastSeen>0001-01-01T00:00:00</LastSeen> and offline, even though I can see they are really on if I go into xbox.com? Are their profiles corrupt or something?

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2008-02-20T03:33:00

Is it at all possible that you would develop a Mac version?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-02-09T05:31:00

superb service i made a little friends list for my clan so we can see whos on and whos playing what

wouldnt be possible without your nice service

now i wanna work out how people can see when players unlock achievements and report it so i can get it to make a "10 recent achievement list"

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-02-04T14:50:00

This service is great! I've cooked up a nice little mod for Invision Power Board 2.3.x. It fits right into the user profile page for a nice list of games played, achievements and online status. It wouldn't be possible without your link to XBL. Thanks!

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-01-24T08:49:00

Just wanted to say thanks for providing these services!

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2008-01-14T07:02:00

The time stamp for the last seen, is it PST? I see a -6:00 which makes me think that it is for central time.

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2008-01-04T09:03:00

Hi Duncan,

I jsut released another version of your app (kindly using your web service) that does the same thing. pending your approval or release of a new version of yoru application I am providing teh application and source code on Codeplex:

http://www.codeplex.com/XboxLiveStatus

Martin

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-12-31T04:32:00

What about a hosted version!

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-12-26T23:39:00

Ok, just stumbled across this, but the installer link leads to a blank page using IE7. I'm on Vista, everything current (.Net 2 built in)...

It just loads an empty page. Help?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-12-05T12:07:00

This service is great - though it's a shame that MS has decided to limit who has access to the APIs for Xbox Live.

Any chance that the server you connect to has the ability to get achievement info for a specified Gamertag? I've already written a small script to update Twitter with my Live status, but I'd also like to build something that can update based on Achievements that I earn.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-10-28T07:29:00

Is the API down? I was using it on a test I was doing and now I can not get it. XML call keeps telling me the doc is empty and I only added a cache method to the script?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-10-26T08:17:00

Hi Duncan,

Awesome work! but like many here I'm VERY interested in how you did that webservice.

I run a community site for Xbox users in Iceland and I'm working on a custom list of all the players here, what they are playing etc.

Since I dont want to hammer your webservice with ~600 calls every 30-60 minutes every day, can you give any inforomation on how you wrote that webservice?

I applied to the Xbox Community Developer program, but never got a reply :(

Best regards,
Sigurdur G. Gunnarsson
- Iceland / www.xbox360.is

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-10-25T22:18:00

Thanks a lot...

I think the API will suit my purpose of use perfectly :)

If you are wondering where I get my Xbox Live info...

2007-10-25T18:33:00

Sucks that Microsoft are restricting who can and cannot access this information.

Thanks a ton for your work. I just hope Microsoft considers that it comes under their stipulations for using the service.

Its a shame as if Microsoft supported us directly we could have a way to authenticate and retrieve our friends list. Would a cool thing to have on my private homepage.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-10-25T18:19:00

Ditto to what everyone above said. Would love to know the code to retrieve this information myself as I wouldn't want to use up your bandwidth for my own script usage.

New favorite Xbox desktop wallpaper

2007-09-19T00:15:00

Hey, was randomly surfing the net and found your comment on my wallpaper. I truly appreciate your interest in my work. Thank you.

-meanClo7h

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-09-17T12:29:00

Well, if you have a friend with a Custom FirmWare on his/her PSP, then you can make a regular battery into a tool battery (or so it is said) Just pull out google and look up pandoras battery and make your battery into a tool battery... It wont be able to function as a norml battery afterwards though... Or you can get either the normal battery as a tool version, and you can get the same battery for the slim version of the psp... The pandora's battery was made by some of the most known psp hackers, and if i had a chance to get hands on a psp with CFW, then i would use it... But google the stuff... Hope you guy's finds this useful... :)

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-09-14T15:11:00

check out this site gives you links to all that you will need without replacing motherboards..and its all free..except to do it they suggest you have a spare battery..good luck

http://www.noobz.eu/joomla/news/information-for-ebay-buyers.html

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-09-09T02:56:00

just go on this site:

http://techrestore.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17203

If you are wondering where I get my Xbox Live info...

2007-08-07T05:22:00

Hello.
I'm a french guy doing a website for French users.
I'm actually using your webservice a lot. It is not sufficient, but it's great to start.

If you have some restrictions to give for using your webservice... because I'm afraid that in time... I'll will consume it more and more :)

I would like to be qualify to XCDP program... I have made an email, but never get an answer :(
For now, I have not open registration on my website.

Thanks for your work.
Boris

Chromehounds on the Xbox 360 has consumed my free time!

2007-07-31T17:30:00

the final mission is a bitch. the way i did it was i created a treaded mech with sniper cannons and assault rifles, and snuck around the first big hill. once i was in position, i started laying on as much fire as possible (try not to miss) on the big guy, so he was weaker. then, when the little one came around, pepper him with shells until he dies. this is where things get sketchy. you need to make sure the big guy does not get too close, otherwise you will die. i highly recommend keeping lots of distance, and just keep hammering him until he is dead. it took me 4 times to get this right, so dont get upset if it doesnt work out right away.

Chromehounds on the Xbox 360 has consumed my free time!

2007-07-31T15:34:00

if the mission is the commander mission then i and you have to destroy the enemy base then follow the scouts that go off and destroy everthing in there way

Chromehounds on the Xbox 360 has consumed my free time!

2007-07-30T19:59:00

Yes i do play chromehounds online i have completed 81% of the game if uyou have any advice on creating a great hound just type in my gamer tg (TotalHunter).

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-07-30T05:20:00

im also working on an Xbox live web service and was wondering if you were going to realased the source code for the one with the GET peramater as i cant find anything like it on the net this is unique!

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-07-28T14:27:00

i also bricked my psp and now that i know i have to get a new mother board i want to know how much that will cost has anyone gotten a new mother board and is able to tell me the price ?? please help me!!

If you are wondering where I get my Xbox Live info...

2007-07-14T17:59:00

I am building a small program for one friend. Does this mean I can use the data?

Ratatouille preview article up on Xbox.com

2007-07-05T23:07:00

Your site is really very nice.

Hey, I'm on Channel 10 ... just in time for Father's Day

2007-06-21T15:50:00

Yet another wonderful segment with the beautiful Miss Wood. I heart Tina, even if she is pregnant.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-06-01T17:25:00

Thanks Duncan, once again you save me a couple hours of work.

I'm also curious if the data is coming from a public source.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-05-30T18:44:00

Would you consider releasing the code for this? I am currently developing an Xbox live web service and am very interested in your work. You don't appear to have a contact email address on this site, so perhaps you could get in touch with me through my website?

Zune Background Pack 2 up on 360 Style.net

2007-05-30T14:17:00

Mmm, I love 360style, they're such pros. Nicely done on the hotlink and the topic.

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-05-30T13:16:00

Just wondering where you are getting your XBOX Live data from?

Put up a REST API for Xbox Gamertag Data

2007-05-28T23:15:00

thanx....

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-27T16:51:00

My install suddenly stopped working (won't launch). Reinstalls don't work either! Sigh!

Its cool though! I'd be willing to use a web based version.

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-27T02:36:00

Everyone should really uninstall and reinstall, the latest version addresses the known issues list around too frequent updates and also adds a 'don't show popups' option for those commenters who wanted it...

I'm inappropriately excited about something I just found on the web

2007-05-26T22:52:00

"Inappropriate"? :) If so, I'm right there with you and my son will love it for sure.

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-26T22:50:00

I love it! My only request echo's #9. I would love if I had the option to prevent the popup status. Especially if you have the taks bar set to autohide, it causes the taskbar to popup and stay up until it goes away.
Other than that, it's a nice utility.

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-05-25T17:06:00

As for the last comment, you are one messed up guy. As for the psp in the microwave oven, it is so stupid! How can putting an electronic device in a microwave fix it? What goes on inside the microwave is dangerous to humans. It also make any metal utensil spark up, as if it were being attacked. Then someone claims it was on wikipedia! Come on guys be serious. You can't start making up bullshit! EITHER GIVE PROPER INFO, OR DONT LEAVE "ANY" COMMENTS AND JUST READ WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-05-24T20:13:00

Don't pu your psp in the microwave. this is just a way to screw you over even more. You might be able to get a replacement psp from sony or get a repair man to fix it. My psp sparked and a ton of smoke came out. It basicly fried my psp. Microwaving psp's are the most stupid thing i have ever heard in my life. The funny thing is, some people actualy beleive this SH*T!

I'm inappropriately excited about something I just found on the web

2007-05-24T10:31:00

I think there is going to be a series of these crossover titles. i hope they can work with marvel, and not just dc. i want to see a marvel univers game w/ lego. the punisher would be great! or how about lego transformers! or he-man legos? thundercats?!?! i...er...my 3 boys would love those games.

I'm inappropriately excited about something I just found on the web

2007-05-24T09:48:00

if it's as good as Lego Star Wars was, it'll be a blast!

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-05-23T18:26:00

dude i put my psp in the microwave for 2 sec and it started to spark is that what is sopposed to happen and is it gunna light something on fire?

Bungie.net showing Halo 3 stats along with Halo 2

2007-05-23T17:51:00

Wow your not very good at all...

Halo 2 on Vista interview up on 10

2007-05-21T07:26:00

Great segment. It's always a pleasure to see Tina, especially concerning Halo. :)

I have a quick question for you. We've been seeing less and less of TDub, and she is always wearing black on a black background shot from the bust up. Is Tina pregnant?

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-05-17T13:46:00

the green light on my psp turns on but the screen wont what should i do instead of briging it the repair guy

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-16T12:31:00

Hmm, this may just be the thing that gets me into Twitter. Awesome job!

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-16T08:44:00

I was going to install it but my xbox 360 got the 3 red lights so its getting repaired.

ANyway, how do you get xbox.com's data - I cant find any api!

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-16T00:35:00

Sorry for the additional comment, but I felt it worth asking. Would it be possible to add a setting to disable the messages in the corner? It's just kinda distracting to have it pop up sometimes. Shouldn't be too hard. =)

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-15T23:19:00

Awesome work man, very nice tool.

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-13T18:29:00

would be nice to see a mac version!

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-13T18:07:00

Can you do one for Jaiku please?

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-11T13:32:00

Hmm... working now?

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-11T13:23:00

wow, my comments are busted... names are being saved into the system but not written out...

I'll fix :)

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-11T13:16:00

guess i should sign then so it's a real comment lol

-Deacon

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-11T13:16:00

i'm a ghost lol

Connect your Xbox 360 Gamertag to Twitter

2007-05-11T13:15:00

are you going to pen Twitter for Dummies? ;)

nice application for the Twitter heads out there with Xbox 360s.

Jetpac Refueled hits Xbox Live Arcade

2007-05-02T04:53:00

WOW this game is sooo coool!

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-03-30T02:18:00

The link:
http://www.colourful-zone.com/Store/product_info.php?products_id=153

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-03-30T02:16:00

here you are:

I tried them to unbrick my friend's psp, the psp now becomes normal with 1.5 firmware! You can try it.

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-03-20T04:52:00

Same problem here. I've looking everywhere on the net hoping to find a solution t this problem other than sending it back in for a refurb. I tried taking the battery, adapter, and memory card out and the same problem still persist. I was thinking it may have just been the battery but when I just plug up the adapter the samething happens.
If any1 knows of a site where they fix PSPs please post it up for those who need serious help with this problem. I'm not rich so buying another PSP is definetly out of the question.
There has to be a way for the consumers to fix this seeing that when you send the PSP back they fix it with no problem. customer support told me that they would fix it and send it back to me and the only thing that would be different is the casing, but the motherboard would be the same exact one I originlly sent to them. Anh help or ideas would be great.

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-03-06T13:37:00

i was updating my psp den it froze so i took out the battery n now it wont turn on the only thing that happens is the green light comes on but the screen stays blank so i tried dat number 08705 99 88 77 but it dont work can u any of u people help me out i would rlly like dat

Zune Background Pack 2 up on 360 Style.net

2007-03-02T18:12:00

Thank you for blogging about 360style !

(ps the image you used does not work, i think its because its hot linked, which i have disabled)

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-02-03T04:53:00

DO NOT PUT YOUR PSP IN THE MICROWAVE
IT BURNS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT AND YOU WILL SEE FLASHES AND SMOKE ARISING FROM WITHINH YOUR PSP. ONCE YOU TRY AND TURN IT ON IT WILL NOT WORK AND IT DOESNT CHARGE EITHER. SAME FOR THE MEMORY STICK COMPARTMENT. ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE A 1 GIG CARD YOU REALLY DON'T WANNA LOSE THAT!!!!!

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-02-01T23:15:00

My sister got a new psp for her grade 7 graduation present... i bricked it within the 2nd week...woops. I walked into EB and said there was something wrong with it. they just gave me a new one. easy as. but now i dont have the guts to touch it.

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-01-31T21:56:00

You guys promise that if you microwave it ,then it will fix my bricked psp?it sounds dumb?not sure what to think.i couldnt find it on wikipedia please reply

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-01-24T16:47:00

don't take my word for it that is just what i have read if you try it try it at your own risk never done it. unless you have warranty and receipt just take it back say you went to turn it on and it would'nt turn back on good luck

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-01-24T16:40:00

I heard the if you put them in the microware for excatly 20 seconds this also unbricks them. A mate of mine did this and he said after 20 seconds he took it out and and whola 3.03 oe-b was running on it. Anymore than 20 seconds tho you will have 3.03 sony firmware so be carefull.

ALWAYS READ THE README THAT COMES WITH THE PROGRAM

it's true... it's confirmed on wikipedia

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-01-24T16:39:00

i talk in another forum aand in the other forum someone has said that if u microwave your psp for 20 seconds that it will fix it i heard that you can unbrick your psp by taking out the motherboard battery for a while and put it back (not the battery that powers the psp the battery that powers the motherboard)the motherboard battery is like a magnet that recieves information of signals

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-01-12T11:09:00

i recently bricked my psp which was very annoying, i phoned the customer careline at 08705 99 88 77 (National Rate)and explained my problem, they are going to send somebody to me with a replacement psp

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-01-08T00:03:00

just bricked my 8 year olds psp has anybody got anymore advice on what to do?

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2007-01-07T03:52:00

Replace the motherboard...
(into a firmware v1.5 version)

Greetz,
Eric

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2006-12-28T09:10:00

Ditto, except it's my eight year old son.

Laura Foy does a 360-inspired cover of Justin Timberlake's hit...

2006-12-04T17:42:00

Oh, it's funny. H8tr.

(I'm guessing IGN 360 Great Britain.)

Laura Foy does a 360-inspired cover of Justin Timberlake's hit...

2006-12-02T05:20:00

The IGN 360GB ?

I don't even know what that is... sounds like a forum or game console or a hard drive

Laura Foy does a 360-inspired cover of Justin Timberlake's hit...

2006-12-01T16:30:00

This sucks...it's not funny. Stop posting topics about this on the IGN 360GB.

Laura Foy with Pizza and a line up of PS3 fans... hmm...

2006-11-19T20:03:00

Duncan:

I would like to comment on your old BITS .Net Wrapper.

Has there been a true .Net implementation of BITS yet or have you updated your document and code to work with 3.0 or newer versions of BITS?

Thanks!

Sincerely,

Joshua

24 Hours to Boston and Back

2006-11-06T19:34:00

I'm a little skeptical of Star Trek RTS games. They aren't exactly the most fun to play, excepting maybe...just maybe Armada II. I always loved the Starfleet Academy/Klingon Academy games from Interplay. I'm a little curious to see how Legecy fairs. What impressions, if any, did you get from hands on time?

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2006-10-15T18:55:00

so Far I've found out that the only way to fix it is buying a new motherboard.
But u should check more and see what the real problem is..
have u tried taking out the battery and placing back on?

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2006-10-09T06:52:00

hey ,, i bricked my psp 2
i dont now what should i do but i will try my chance..
if i found the way to repair i will tell u

New favorite Xbox desktop wallpaper

2006-09-29T17:50:00

Thanks for the shout out to 360Style again Duncan!!

Im glad you enjoying the new site.
Im sure 'Meancloth' the graphic designer behind that specific halo 3 wallpaper will be happy to see someone posting about his creation. If im not mistaken he used a render of mars and a render of halo 2 to create that halo3 concept.

Firmware Update results in a Bricked PSP

2006-08-26T16:47:00

lol nice comments..

Atari CEO: No PS3 games before 2007 - Joystiq

2006-08-03T06:33:00

The 360 retailed for 300/400, but how many people do you know that could buy it at that price until very recently? I managed two bundles, one was a core system for $1000 (with 10 games) and the other was a premium bundle for $700.

So it's not just that the base price is nearly double, it's that the 360 will be readily available and not at a premium when the PS3 launches.

The only thing they can hope is that the price is sufficiently high to keep the demand low enough to match supply, and then it will be available at normal cost. That is doubtful, though, especially since we know the retailers love their bundles.

The PS3 is a "good deal" if you're in the market for a Blu-Ray, and I may buy one eventually. But I am definitely not planning on paying a premium for this, since I already have a next-gen console, and MS really seems to have gotten a lot right with the 360.

on10 visits Penny Arcade

2006-07-28T01:31:00

You're a lucky man Duncan! I'm dying to see how this interview turned out!

World of Warcraft Free Trial, giving drugs to a recovering addict

2006-07-13T18:31:00

lol

Another video that I... "produced" ... is up on on10.net

2006-07-03T04:34:00

I hear what you are saying Duncan.... but, when will we see you in front of the camera?? I really enjoyed your tech segments and thought you did a splendid job. For all the love we have for Tina and Laura, it would be great to see you back on video. Same goes for Scott.

Regarding what you mentioned in your post, maybe some credits could be incorporated at the end of the videos...?? Just a thought.

BioWare is putting on a big giveaway/contest...

2006-06-21T10:44:00

MSFT doesn't own BioWare, but for the gaming bundle contest they are including a 360, and the site reads;

"BioWare has partnered with industry leaders NVIDIA and Microsoft to provide hardware to selected winners who enter the contest below."

So if Microsoft was involved in the contest, I think that knocks me out of eligibility. On the other hand, I see no such restriction about the Jade Empire contest, but we may be the distributor of that title which could also make me ineligible... overall, it is probably not a good idea for me to enter a contest run by someone who is such a close partner of ours :)

World of Warcraft Free Trial, giving drugs to a recovering addict

2006-06-13T22:50:00

Seriously it was a moment of weakness. Turn away while you still can!

World of Warcraft Free Trial, giving drugs to a recovering addict

2006-06-10T08:54:00

so, did you take the drink? I've been considering jumping into that pint class myself, just haven't been able to convince myself to pull the tap.

World of Warcraft Free Trial, giving drugs to a recovering addict

2006-06-09T18:55:00

I'm on Kirin Tor and Feathermoon if you want to know which servers to avoid.