360voice.com

Take a look here!  You can set up your oqn Xbox 360 blog, for free, without needing to write anything!  As long as your Xbox 360 is connected to the internet under the corresponding Gamertag, the site will moniter everything you do each day and 'write' about it!  Take a look at mine at http://www.360voice.com/tag/CovertBike.

Sorry!

I couldn't complete a post yesterday, I was unexpectdly invited around to a friends, but anyway, happy new year!  A great year of gaming awaits us!  

-Seb-

Halo 3 Ending...

You probably all know that if you completed Halos 2 and 3 on legendary, you get a bonus movie at the end.  Well my friends, if you haven't already seen the movie on Youtube, go down to your Xbox 360 and pop Halo 3 in (if it isn't already in there which is unlikely).  Start the second half of the 'Halo' mission on easy, yes, easy!  Complete the level and when that letter from Bungie thanking you opens, wait and credits will appear.  These take a while so please be patient.  After that the screen will turn black then the movie will commense.

Cheers and happy gaming!
-Seb-

Whoops!

Sorry, I should have mentioned this in yesterdays post, but you can now gift Microsoft Points to other users. However you must know the recipients Windows Live Hotmail email address and live in the United States to use this feature. I haven't used this yet (I live in New Zealand) however apparently it is possible to use Microsoft Points not only for use on the Xbox Live Marketplace, but also on the Zune Marketplace! More info at http://tinyurl.com/2spyy4.

Thanks for reading and enjoy your gaming!
-Seb-

Gears of War is 'not very good'

See above! That's what friend of mine said today. Try telling that to all the major gaming sites who gave it very generous scores, most 9+. Please feel free to flame this post!

Cheers and enjoy your gaming!
-Seb-

This is my 50th post!

Well, according to blogger.com, this is my 50th post! I would love some feedback on the blog and please, feel free to comment on my posts, however please note that unacceptable language will not be tolerated.

I am also the proud owner of Fifa 08, the most realistic soccer game on the market. I am not that good at it, scored a couple of crackers, that should be in my EA Sports World account, look under 'Covertbike'.

Thanks for reading and happy gaming!
-Seb-

Fifa vs. PES

After playing Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 today, I was left bewildered in what game to buy next. Fifa or PES? Well, this head-to-head comparison helped me figure out the best choice. Note that I am not a fanboy of either franchise.

Fifa 08 vs. PES 2008

Presentation – FIFA

While both games have true next-generation graphics, FIFA excels in the life-like look of the players, unlike some from PES, who look nothing like their real-life counterparts.

Sound – Tie

PES’ horrible soundtrack is what it lacks in the sound department. FIFA’s is considerably better, although with the Xbox 360 you always have the option to use your own music. In my mind, PES’ match commentary is better than FIFA’s, that maybe because I live in New Zealand and do not listen to the Sky Sport commentators featured in the FIFA game, whereas regular Barclays English Premier League matches broadcasted in New Zealand are often commentated by Jon Champion.

Online – Fifa

I was unable to test PES 2008’s online capabilities, however I was fortunate enough to try out FIFA’s, and boy, did it rock! With the newly addition of 5v5 on Xbox Live and Playstation Network, FIFA 08 puts many other multiplayer games to shame, being beaten by only some of the greatest shooters in history.

Gameplay- PES

This is one area that PES has always been marginally better than FIFA in, however this year was closer than ever. FIFA has opted for a more realistic, slow game, whereas PES has stuck to quick ball control and speedy players. With the addition of fake dives and quick free-kicks, PES looks certain to dominate for a while.

The winner is… FIFA 08! I will be heading down to Noel Leeming tomorrow to pick it up, however only just did it scrape past PES. Congratulations EA, you have created a successful football title!

Thanks for reading and enjoy your gaming!
-Seb-