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WRUP: calm before the storm edition


Everyone relaxed? Good. As you sit there (relaxing, remember) staring at your fat wallet, you should probably be aware of the storm that's approaching. Starting next week with BioShock (unless you win it from us of course), the torrent of Xbox 360 releases begins. BioShock, Blue Dragon, Call of Duty 4, Mass Effect, Assassin's Creed, TimeShift, and of course, Halo 3. That is just a tiny sample of the games that are headed our way in the coming weeks and months (let's not even get started on the Rock Band bundle). Sure, maybe you're rich and you can afford them all, but answer us this: how the hell could you even play them all? There just isn't enough time. So, again, get nice and relaxed. Enjoy staring at that fat wallet. This may well be your last chance.

Oh, and, as always, what will you be playing this weekend?

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1. Dj I'm bringing the convo to this post. I'm going to play Bomberman and Bioshock, the hype-o-meter for Bioshock is elevating quite quickly. I've made up my mind, if I don't win a copy from X3F, I'm going to buy Bioshock (Limited Edition). I enjoy good games, but I truly appreciate excellent games. So, Dj and all readers, we'll have plenty to talk about for the next couple days.

"HOLY SHIT! Bioshock has a !98! on Metacritic!! It has 7 100s!!!

http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/xbox360/bioshock"

Posted at 10:10AM on Aug 17th 2007 by TORO

2. Well I am going to need to play more casual titles on Live Arcade as I lost my badge on 360voice and I'm a bit upset about it. I have about three titles I only need one more acheivements in order to complete.

I will also be playing Madden as my roomate picked it up last night at TRU. I had told him about the deal they had with 50% off a second title so we chipped in together so I picked up Shadowrun for $30.

That's right xenocidic, I bought Shadowrun last night as I said I would as soon as I could buy it for $30. I was telling the truth when I said I would. I did the training levels and did several bot matches to get used to the controls. While I still think the game types are way too limited, I do think that it is a fun title and look forward to a lot multiplayer fun (until Halo 3 that is).

Gamertag: Neon Jebus

Posted at 10:10AM on Aug 17th 2007 by Joshua

3. Probably some achievement hunting in Crackdown, some ranking-up in Rainbow Six: Vegas, and maybe some Bomberman Live

Posted at 10:14AM on Aug 17th 2007 by chenry

4. I SHOULD be playing the Skate demo this weekend..

Posted at 10:16AM on Aug 17th 2007 by Guy4

5. Half Life 2 and it's progeny are feeling decidedly left out in the cold by your post. Otherwise, this is going to be one hell of a fall/winter.

Here's hoping my girlfriend doesn't dump me. :D

Posted at 10:16AM on Aug 17th 2007 by KilgoreTrout XL

6. Oh, right, WRUP.

I'll be playing R6: Vegas all weekend myself.

Posted at 10:17AM on Aug 17th 2007 by KilgoreTrout XL

7. Finishing the Darkness before moving on to another outstanding 2k shooter next week!

Posted at 10:19AM on Aug 17th 2007 by Dr.Heartless

8. Thankfully I can cross Blue Dragon off my list based on reviews. I really can't afford all those games...

Bioshock, CoD 4, and Halo 3 will be my must buys I'm thinking. I'm hoping Two Worlds turns out to be decent enough for a rental. I love those types of games and the 8 player co-op just seems like it would be a ton of fun.

Posted at 10:24AM on Aug 17th 2007 by JeremyK

9. You forgot Half Life 2(more importantly, TF2)!

I'll be playing All Pro 2k8, C&C3, and some xbla games.

Posted at 10:24AM on Aug 17th 2007 by Wizardly

10. Don't forget about Two Worlds next week! I know it's a little under the radar, but I'm looking forward to it. :)

This weekend will probably not see much 360 action, I have work to do.

Posted at 10:25AM on Aug 17th 2007 by Morgon

11. I think I'm crossing Blue Dragon off my list too...theres just so many great games out there and I don't think I'll enjoy it as much as the others. It looks pretty but those type of games get boring after a while and they seem too complicated.

Definitely getting BioShock and Assassins Creed though.

Posted at 10:27AM on Aug 17th 2007 by ForceUnleashed

12. Bioshock
I took advantage of the TRU snafu and got my copy early plus at only $30 with the purchase of Madden 08. It is a great mixture of FPS and adventure with a heavy dose of creepiness. You feel compelled to keep going even as you creep yourself out. You want to see what is around the next corner and still dread finding out at the same time. Throw in gorgeous graphics! Good shot at Game of the Year.
Blue Dragon is off my list and I will really have to see what Two Worlds reviews at. Looks like Madden 08 and Bioshock until Halo 3 from me.

Posted at 10:35AM on Aug 17th 2007 by RangerPrimeX

13. Battlefield 2: Modern Combat, a lot of people still playing this game, I really enjoy playing this one!!!

Posted at 10:42AM on Aug 17th 2007 by lara

14. Well, I would be playing C&C3 and Lost Planet, which I just got, but seeing as how Microsoft just got my RROD'd Xbox, I will have to entertain myself on my new iMac instead.

Posted at 10:44AM on Aug 17th 2007 by Trogdor

15. My Son wants me to play Sonic the Hedgehod two player with him... Groan...

Posted at 10:46AM on Aug 17th 2007 by GregA

16. Hey Richard, how's your Xbox 360 doing? I'm just wondering because it's not like you go out of your way to tell us all at least once a day how it's out of commission. Go fuck yourself

Posted at 10:49AM on Aug 17th 2007 by MDB

17. I can say that I will be playing the Bioshock and Stranglehold demo's again and again. "Curse this stupid job that kept me from getting to Toys R Us before they realized that they had broken street date!"

Posted at 10:53AM on Aug 17th 2007 by DSR7997

18. I'm going to play Bomberman and Bioshock... and prepare for some upcoming games. and some BURNOUT REVENGE.. AND I NEED MORE FRIENDS ON LIVE ALSO.. I KNOW REAL SAD.

GAMERTAG:NEEKO187

Posted at 10:54AM on Aug 17th 2007 by Neeko

19. the DVD drive on my Xbox has died, so I will be boxing up my xbox and sending it back today. Out of commission for the next 3 to 4 weeks :(

Posted at 10:58AM on Aug 17th 2007 by nerdron

20. Just got the ring o death two days ago, my shipping box is on the way.

I may go outside...I hear thats in now.

Posted at 11:07AM on Aug 17th 2007 by justin

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