Microsoft is now accepting registrations for the Games for Windows Live beta. The service promises to allow PC gamers to enjoy the Live experience as well as connect with Xbox players everywhere (in games like Shadowrun, for example). Registration for the beta is fairly straight forward, especially if you've registered for a Microsoft beta before. Registrants will need a Widows Live ID and must fill out a survey to qualify. Participants will be notified of their acceptance within the coming weeks. Not only that, but all eligible participants will be entered to win some unannounced prizes. Not bad. Hit the "read" link for the registration page and detailed instructions. You'd better get moving, too. The registration period is only open for a limited time.
Anyone planning to sign up, or do you restrict your gaming habits to consoles only?
[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]
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2-28-2007 @ 4:56PM
Andre said...
Console only, I'm afraid. Macs don't play games like consoles do.
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2-28-2007 @ 4:58PM
Nicholas Moline said...
Consoles only, I prefer to be sitting on my couch not at a desk.
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2-28-2007 @ 5:02PM
DjDATZ said...
ummm...yea...somethings wrong...i went to register...the first time it told me i couldnt see the page after i clicked register and the second time it just gave me some random error...so f*** them...im not gonna bother registering anymore.
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2-28-2007 @ 5:09PM
Tucker said...
Andre, why not just install BootCamp on your Mac? I've been running Vista on my MacBook Pro for months and months.
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2-28-2007 @ 5:12PM
Tucker said...
Guess MS hearts me...
Games for Windows – Live Beta Application
Thank you for your interest in the Games for Windows – Live Beta. You will be contacted with further information if you meet the criteria for this beta in the coming weeks.
You have been accepted to Games for Windows – Live Application Process and your status is Active.
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2-28-2007 @ 5:58PM
Sirk said...
Why bother trying? They will attach it as a bonus to another game in a couple of months anyway...
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2-28-2007 @ 7:01PM
dusty said...
i think it depends..
i will play more pc games if the reward is greater, i.e. achievements and stat tracking.
however, i feel i will be a console gamer only because i feel threatened by "leet haxorz"...or whatever...on the pc. plus, im not too sure how comfortable i am with controller vs. keyboard/mouse.
i am a console fan by heart, but i know for a fact that the k/m is more lethal...because ive played my fair share of pc games.
in conclusion, i am interested to see how all of this will pan out.
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2-28-2007 @ 8:35PM
spartan029 said...
I got this too
"You have been accepted to Games for Windows – Live Application Process and your status is Active."
right after I press submit on survey screen. Does this mean I am in or just some msg someone forgot to change?
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2-28-2007 @ 8:47PM
Drew said...
The "You have been accepted to Games for Windows - Live Application Process and your status is Active" only means that your *application* has been accepted into their system, not that you were accepted into the beta program.
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2-28-2007 @ 8:57PM
razer said...
Console only for me. I use the computer all day long the last thing I want to do is sit on one to play games. I would rather see PC gaming stay where it's at with the cheaters, modders, hackers and general lameness. Keep Live for consoles only and controlled like it is now.
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2-28-2007 @ 9:16PM
Iced_Eagle said...
Yup drew is right.
This is similar to how Shadowrun was set up.
It sets your status as active so that you know that you're registered for _selection_. It does not mean that you are accepted into the beta program.
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3-01-2007 @ 3:54AM
vadermaggot said...
I guess we can settle it once and for all then if k-brd/mouse or controller is better.
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3-01-2007 @ 9:34AM
tom said...
Is there really an argument about KB/M vs. Controller (especially for FPS)? Does ANYBODY really argue that they are more accurate with a controller?
I think the argument stems from people not wanting to have to use a KB/M to be competitive. That would ruin a console FPS (theoretically). I think NOW we get to see if that's true.
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