Xbox 360 FanboyXbox 360 Fanboyhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/media/feedlogo.gifXbox 360 Fanboyhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.comen-usCopyright 2008 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only.Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/How-to: make custom Forza 2 paint jobshttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/06/07/how-to-make-custom-forza-2-paint-jobs/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/06/07/how-to-make-custom-forza-2-paint-jobs/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/06/07/how-to-make-custom-forza-2-paint-jobs/#commentsFiled under: ,


If you listened to the latest episode of the Xbox 360 Fancast (and you really should have), then you'll know that the copious amounts of Forza 2 custom paint jobs hitting the net both amazed and befuddled us. They amazed us, obviously, because the level of work and detail that goes into these cars is amazing. They befuddled us because we had no idea how they were created. Lo and behold, we have discovered a handy how-to on the Forza 2 message boards. Posted by one Neubourn, the tutorial shows you step by step how the many shapes available in the Forza 2 livery editor can be transformed into incredibly detailed works of art. Yup, every custom paint job is merely a collection of shapes in different configurations and transparencies. It seems damned near unbelievable when you view the initial rough outline of Batman's Harley Quinn (see "Before" above), but after some extensive manipulation (and plenty of time we're sure) she came to life as clear as crystal. Hit the "read" link to learn how to make custom designs yourself.

[Thanks to murph for pointing this out]

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]]>forza 2forza motorsportforza motorsport 2Forza2ForzaMotorsportForzaMotorsport2mgsmicrosoft game studiosMicrosoftGameStudiosturn 10Turn10Richard MitchellThu, 07 Jun 2007 17:30:00 ESTTUAW: Xbox 360 and Mac can play nicehttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/04/16/tuaw-xbox-360-and-mac-can-play-nice/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/04/16/tuaw-xbox-360-and-mac-can-play-nice/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/04/16/tuaw-xbox-360-and-mac-can-play-nice/#commentsFiled under: ,

Our friends over at The Unofficial Apple Weblog posted quite the comprehensive guide for Mac lovers to get the most out of their 360s. True, it's not as easy to get the Xbox 360 to play nice with a Mac, but with the numerous programs and driver that have been released, you'll be able to get all the same PC streaming goodness in no time. TUAW talks about all kinds of subjects like sharing your internet connection through a Mac, using your controller, hooking up a Vision camera, and even streaming video/audio content through a Mac. And thanks to the Spring dash update, the H.264 format support will make Apple fans smile with glee. Like we said, the article is a pretty good read for Mac owners who may not know how to get the most out of their 360 or is just a great resource to find some good linkage. Xbox 360 and Apple ... love has no boundaries.

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]]>appleconnectmactuawxbox 360Xbox360Dustin BurgMon, 16 Apr 2007 10:30:00 ESTA360P posts map for Agility Orbshttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/03/19/a360p-posts-map-for-agility-orbs/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/03/19/a360p-posts-map-for-agility-orbs/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/03/19/a360p-posts-map-for-agility-orbs/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Crackdown's hidden and agility orbs are an addictive little treasure hunt for gamers. We posted up a guide for finding the hidden orbs, and now we're bringing you a top down map showing off all the agility orbs, courtesy of Achieve360Points. Sure, while the dots on the map don't exactly tell you what height the orb is at, the top left corner has some vital info for orb hunters. It tells you how many orbs are on each gang's territory. 212 for Los Muertos , 155 for the Volk, 128 for Shai-Gen, and the remaining 5 can be found at The Keep.

Combine that information with IGN's guide, which only has 498 Orbs pictured, or completely photographed lists for both types, but plagued with duplicate pictures, and you have a shot at finding the last ones you're missing. So, how many orbs, agility or hidden, do you have yet to obtain?

[Thanks, DjDATZ]

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]]>agilityAgility OrbAgility OrbsAgilityOrbAgilityOrbsCrack DownCrackDownHiddenHidden OrbHidden OrbsHiddenOrbHiddenOrbsOrbOrbsReal Time WorldsRealTimeWorldsDavid DregerMon, 19 Mar 2007 12:45:00 ESTXbox 360 and Airport Extreme Compatibility Fixhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/02/26/xbox-360-and-airport-extreme-compatibility-fix/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/02/26/xbox-360-and-airport-extreme-compatibility-fix/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/02/26/xbox-360-and-airport-extreme-compatibility-fix/#commentsFiled under: ,


Better late than never, we have a workaround fix for the compatibility issues we reported earlier this month regarding the new Airport Extreme Base Station and Xbox 360. Go to your Airport Utility, then Option-Click the radio setting button to reveal a drop down menu, from there, select "b/g compatible", not "n (b/g compatible)". That takes away the benefits of an 802.11 n network, but it gets the job done with 54 Mbps.

Next up is to Option-Click the button for encryption setting and select "WPA Personal". In DHCP settings under Internet, using the 360's MAC address, reserve an IP so it stays consistent. Finally, in your NAT options, select the 360's IP address as the "Default Host" to prevent any Live functionality issues, and restart your Extreme Base Station. Once you go to the network settings on your System blade, you should see your WPA-encrypted network show up. So your 360 and Airport Extreme can work together with encryption, although you kind of neuter the Base Station in the process.

[Via CrunchGear]

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]]>802.11 n802.11NAirport ExtremeAirportExtremeAppleXbox 360Xbox LiveXbox360XboxLiveDavid DregerMon, 26 Feb 2007 15:45:00 ESTVideo: Zune Remote works with 360http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/02/14/video-zune-remote-works-with-360/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/02/14/video-zune-remote-works-with-360/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/02/14/video-zune-remote-works-with-360/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


Video: Zune Wireless Remote Works with Xbox 360

Zune Insider has a video showing how the Zune's remote works with your Xbox 360, and we bet you couldn't guess that from the title. Seems pretty simple, and the remote is definitely less clunky than the Media Remote (Shorty or Universal). In any case, if any of you made the decision to get yourself a Zune to join the "3 days/3 plays" revolution, at least you can use the peripherals with your Xbox 360. Seriously, do any of you have Zunes?

[Via GamerscoreBlog]

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]]>MicrosoftRemote ControlRemoteControlWireless RemoteWirelessRemoteXbox 360Xbox360Zune RemoteZuneRemoteDavid DregerWed, 14 Feb 2007 15:30:00 ESTDirecTV remote can control your 360http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/01/23/directv-remote-can-control-your-360/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/01/23/directv-remote-can-control-your-360/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2007/01/23/directv-remote-can-control-your-360/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Instructables stumbled upon a nifty little trick getting their DirecTV universal remote to work with the Xbox 360. After a few simple steps and about 5-10 minutes of cycling through codes, they were able to power up the Xbox and even get some DVD playback functionality out of it. The cool thing about this is that it opens the door to the possibility of other universal remotes being programmed to work with the 360. For example, DirecTV isn't available in Canada, but Shaw Cable has a similar service with its own set top box and universal remote that can manage every component of your home theatre, and if it can be configured to control the Xbox 360, that would be very convenient indeed. Full instructions and brief video after the break.

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]]>Direc TVDirecTvDVD PlaybackDvdPlaybackHD-DVD PlaybackHd-dvdPlaybackRemote hackRemoteHackUniversal remoteUniversalRemoteXbox 360Xbox360David DregerTue, 23 Jan 2007 13:00:00 ESTTrouble finding those COGs? We can help!http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/12/26/trouble-finding-those-cogs-we-can-help/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/12/26/trouble-finding-those-cogs-we-can-help/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/12/26/trouble-finding-those-cogs-we-can-help/#commentsFiled under: , ,


Over the holiday break we were diligently trying to locate the last few COG tags in Gears of War so we could get those special COG achievements. And we still haven't succeeded. But, after beating the game in both hardcore and insane difficulties and coming out with only 28 COG tags, it still just sucks. So, after some quick Googling we've stumbled upon a few great resources for those of you who need some help locating those tags.

First, here are some written instructions that explain which act and chapter each COG tag is located and a short description. Second, above is a YouTube video showing each and every COG tag location in the game ... and comes in at a relatively low six minute watch. Hopefully these two information sources will help those of you who can't get those COG tag achievements, and if not .... well then you're screwed buddy.

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]]>cogcog tagsCogTagsepicepic gamesEpicGamesgears of warGearsOfWargowDustin BurgTue, 26 Dec 2006 17:00:00 ESTGOW glitch of the day: chainsaw yourselfhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/12/11/gow-glitch-of-the-day-chainsaw-yourself/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/12/11/gow-glitch-of-the-day-chainsaw-yourself/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/12/11/gow-glitch-of-the-day-chainsaw-yourself/#commentsFiled under: , ,


We love Gears of War glitches. Sure, there are plenty of people out there that love to just play Gears of War, but there is another group, a group that lives to glitch. We salute you. Last week, it was the break dancing glitch, and now we bring you the self-chainsaw glitch. Embedded after the break is a video of Locusts and COG soldiers eviscerating themselves and feeling no pain. Enjoy.

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]]>epicepic gamesepic studiosEpicGamesEpicStudiosgears of warGearsOfWarglitchesgowgow glitchesGowGlitchesmicrosoft game studiosMicrosoftGameStudiosRichard MitchellMon, 11 Dec 2006 11:35:00 EST360 HD-DVD on PC? You bethttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/11/13/360-hd-dvd-on-pc-you-bet/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/11/13/360-hd-dvd-on-pc-you-bet/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/11/13/360-hd-dvd-on-pc-you-bet/#commentsFiled under: , ,


One of our colleagues here at Weblogs sent us this link about using the 360 HD-DVD player as a cheap HD-DVD drive for PC. It looks like all you need is the right set of drivers and a playback program and voila! Instant, cheap HD-DVD goodness. The boys who discovered this solution -- UNEASYsilence -- were not satisfied with such an easy outcome, so they took the damned thing apart anyway. Check out the article if you'd like to see the Toshiba-powered guts of the HD-DVD player. Also worth noting, a Mac recognized the drive immediately, no drivers needed. Unfortunately, as there is no HD-DVD program available for the Mac, it will only play DVDs.

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]]>hd dvdhd dvd playerhd-dvdhd-dvd playerHd-dvdPlayerHdDvdHdDvdPlayerpcperipheralsRichard MitchellMon, 13 Nov 2006 11:30:00 ESTEarly details on XNA B2 from CodeCamp Seattlehttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/10/29/early-details-on-xna-b2-from-codecamp-seattle/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/10/29/early-details-on-xna-b2-from-codecamp-seattle/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/10/29/early-details-on-xna-b2-from-codecamp-seattle/#commentsFiled under: ,

If you're unable to attend the CodeCamp XNA sessions taking place today in Seattle, but still want to get early deets on XNA Beta 2, you can check out Andy Dunn's extensive notes from yesterday's presentation by Mitch Walker. Check back later for photos of the demo. Meanwhile, Microsoft Game Development Community Maganger Dave Weller has his own comments on the meetings Andy didn't bother to crib, and adds that the second beta will be released "Very, very soon."

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]]>aracadebetaxblaxnaKen WeeksSun, 29 Oct 2006 17:30:00 ESTMega-Man slaughters the living deadhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/08/29/mega-man-slaughters-the-living-dead/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/08/29/mega-man-slaughters-the-living-dead/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/08/29/mega-man-slaughters-the-living-dead/#commentsFiled under: ,


Here's video of the full Mega-Man suit put to use in Dead Rising. You have to beat the game and kill 60,000 zombies to get it. Pretty satisfying unlockable. I don't recall ever getting the opportunity to rip Dr. Wily's small intestines out.

[Thanks Andrew]

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]]>capcomdead risingDeadRisingmega-manretrounlockablesvideoKen WeeksTue, 29 Aug 2006 00:00:00 ESTPimp your 360 controllerhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/08/27/pimp-your-360-controller/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/08/27/pimp-your-360-controller/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/08/27/pimp-your-360-controller/#commentsFiled under: ,


Good news if your lack of confidence with a screw driver is inhibiting your desire for nerd bling. TeamXtender.com has released detailed step-by-step on how to pimp your 360 controller with some flashy chrome.

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]]>chromecontrollerhow toHowTomodKen WeeksSun, 27 Aug 2006 22:00:00 ESTYou got Sega Saturn in my 360!http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/07/19/you-got-sega-saturn-in-my-360/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/07/19/you-got-sega-saturn-in-my-360/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/07/19/you-got-sega-saturn-in-my-360/#commentsFiled under: , ,


Twistedsypmphony, head moderator guy over at Xbox-Scene, tipped us off to his Frankensteinian project, the Sat-2-360 Controller Adapter. The adapter allows players to use a Sega Saturn control on the 360. Considered by many to have the best d-pad and button layout ever, the Saturn controller is perfect for Street Fighter II or the upcoming Mortal Kombat. The adapter is still a prototype -- and ugly as sin -- but the functionality is promising. The unit is (technically) wireless, though I'd pay for the same thing with a USB adapter.

If you'd like to learn more about it -- or make one yourself -- check out the forums at Xbox-Scene. For some X-tra credit, who wants to build me one? Anybody?

Now, if SEGA would get cracking on the Live Arcade version of Virtua Fighter 2...

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]]>mortal kombatMortalKombatsat 2 360sat-2-360Sat2360sega saturnSegaSaturnstreet fighter iiStreetFighterIivirtua fighter 2VirtuaFighter2Richard MitchellWed, 19 Jul 2006 09:30:00 ESTPremium 360 for $350. No, seriously!http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/30/premium-360-for-350-no-seriously/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/30/premium-360-for-350-no-seriously/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/30/premium-360-for-350-no-seriously/#commentsFiled under: ,


Xboxic reports that Dell is selling 360 Premium systems for the Midnight Madness price of $359 (USD). Another $10 is deducted during checkout and shipping is free. A shiny new 360 for $350 delivered to my door? Yes, please.

A little more research reveals that Dell is discounting all kinds of 360 goodies: GRAW, COD2, wireless network adapters, wireless controls, even the Logitech Harmony remote.

Dell does kuh-razy deals like this all the time and they usually don't last forever so, act fast. If you grab a 360 -- let alone all this other stuff -- let us know how it went.

[Via Xboxic]

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]]>360 premium360 premium bundle360Premium360PremiumBundledellpremium 360premium 360 bundlePremium360Premium360BundleRichard MitchellFri, 30 Jun 2006 11:00:00 ESTMoto GP for 43 buckshttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/22/moto-gp-for-43-bucks/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/22/moto-gp-for-43-bucks/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/22/moto-gp-for-43-bucks/#commentsFiled under: ,

Racing fans rejoice! Like GRAW, Blazing Angels, and Far Cry before it, Moto GP '06 has no region encoding. That means you can pick up a copy from Play-Asia for the delectable price of US $39.10 plus $3.90 shipping. A brand new 360 game for forty-three simoleons isn't bad at all. Those of you in doubt can check out X360F's previous proof of this amazing deal.

Anybody know of any other region free games out there?

[Via del.icio.us]

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]]>blazing angelsBlazingAngelsfar cryFarCrygrawmoto gpmoto gp '06moto gp 06MotoGpMotoGp'06MotoGp06play asiaplay-asiaPlayAsiaregion 0region freeRegion0RegionFreeRichard MitchellThu, 22 Jun 2006 11:00:00 ESTBack compat sound of musichttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/08/back-compat-sound-of-music/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/08/back-compat-sound-of-music/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/06/08/back-compat-sound-of-music/#commentsFiled under: ,

The hills are alive with the sound of reader Josh's musical discovery (unless you already knew about it) concerning old Xbox games:

Because of the "Music volume level persists between game / reboots" fix in the Spring Dashboard update, I found out purely by accident that you can now listen to music while playing XBOX 1 games on the XBOX 360.

Just start up any ol' playlist or a ripped CD and fire up Halo 2 or any other XBOX 1 game that suits your fancy. While the controls won't be there when you hit the guide button, you can still control the action with your 360 remote (if you have one).

Who wouldn't enjoy playing Halo 2 with "Climb Every Mountain" playing in the background?

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]]>back compatBackCompatmusicKen WeeksThu, 08 Jun 2006 05:00:00 ESTHow-to for Fantasy360 controller shellhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/04/20/how-to-for-fantasy360-controller-shell/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/04/20/how-to-for-fantasy360-controller-shell/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/04/20/how-to-for-fantasy360-controller-shell/#commentsFiled under: , ,


In addition to being a horrible name for any product short of a Unicorn-themed globe, the Fantasy360 controller shell is a complete Xbox 360 controller case replacement. They don't have a shipping product, a place to buy it from, or even a price yet, but they do have a pretty sweet step-by-step guide on Flickr on how to put the damned thing together.

They're supposed to be available in four semi-transparent colors--and Chrome--this June, according to their press release which is available after the break, courtesy Xbox-Scene.

[Via Xbox-Scene]

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]]>casemodControllerFantasy360Christopher GrantThu, 20 Apr 2006 22:00:00 ESTHow-to make an Xbox 360 in Photoshop ... why?http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/04/19/how-to-make-an-xbox-360-in-photoshop-why/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/04/19/how-to-make-an-xbox-360-in-photoshop-why/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/04/19/how-to-make-an-xbox-360-in-photoshop-why/#commentsFiled under: ,


Before anyone spends more than ten seconds reading this post, I'll warn you: I don't know what the point of it is. That being said, if you're still reading and you still crap in the comments, I'll just point and laugh. Now, let's begin.

A tutorial at deviantART goes through the step-by-step process of crafting an Xbox 360--not from shiny next-gen technology (chips, RAM, and what have you) but from the dark magic of Photoshop. I can't really think of many uses for this 'cept one: if you've been lusting after an Xbox 360 and keep a folded up image of one in your wallet to stroke, lovingly, from time to time, now might be the time to trade up. Render your own and duplicate that feeling of owner's pride we all place in our consoles (real or fabricated).

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]]>PhotoshopChristopher GrantWed, 19 Apr 2006 16:15:00 ESTFind the Oblivion unicornhttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/03/28/find-the-oblivion-unicorn/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/03/28/find-the-oblivion-unicorn/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/03/28/find-the-oblivion-unicorn/#commentsFiled under: ,


Is there a gamer alive who doesn't love unicorns? Did I say gamer? I meant 11-year-old girl. Anyway, reader Andy has posted instructions on how to find the "hidden" unicorn in Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. See the map above for the exact location. According to Andy it will attack you if you stab it with a sword.

Next up: How to find the Liger from Napolean Dynamite's trapper keeper.

[Thanks Andy]

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]]>tipsKen WeeksTue, 28 Mar 2006 22:15:00 ESTHow to keep your 360 cooler than Vanilla Icehttp://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/03/28/how-to-keep-your-360-cooler-than-vanilla-ice/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/03/28/how-to-keep-your-360-cooler-than-vanilla-ice/http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/03/28/how-to-keep-your-360-cooler-than-vanilla-ice/#commentsFiled under: ,


The whole overheating issue with the Xbox 360 has been pretty low-key over the past several months. Maybe the problem tapered out, or people just figured out resourceful ways to cool their system. Here's another way to keep it chilled if you're still having problems or are just looking for a much better way to do it.

Enter the Antec Notebook cooler. This thing was designed for computers, but wait: it flawlessly doubles as a base cooler for the Xbox 360 too. The pearly aesthetics even follow suit with the console. If you've been keeping an eye out for a ridiculously easy way to cool your 360, here's your solution. Not to mention it isn't terribly expensive for the use. You can pick this thing up for as little as $27 at some places.

The writer mentions that she conducted a test by placing it in a cramped up space with and without the notebook cooler. Within 30 minutes, it came to a screeching halt. However, after adding the new peripheral and placing it back in the unventilated area, the Xbox 360 ran for three hours without so much as a hiccup. Try this out and let us know how it works with your own setup!

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]]>microsoft, xbox, 360, heating, cooling, fan, fans, mod, hacks, hMicrosoft,Xbox,360,Heating,Cooling,Fan,Fans,Mod,Hacks,HowToAdams BriscoeTue, 28 Mar 2006 12:30:00 EST