It seems that Blockbuster has finally taken hints from services like Gamefly and Netflix, pulling their heads out of the sand with expedient measure to add video games to their “by Mail” service which has sought to mimic services currently provided by the previously mentioned companies.
After spending last year piloting the “Games by Mail” program, it apparently took off with a spiraling success since the company has moved to implement video games into the program across the United States. In an attempt to beat both Netflix and Gamefly to the punch, Blockbuster will be offering both films and games at a common starting point of $8.99. Current members of Blockbuster by Mail will automatically have the video games service added to their accounts for zero cost.
Obviously, Blockbuster is going tooth and nail in an attempt to give Gamefly and Netflix a run for their money. But with such a significant setback in the customer service area as well as the elimination of numerous brick and mortar locations, it begs the question of who out there is really willing to give up a Netflix or Gamefly account for the sake of Blockbuster. But even with the low entry in price, it’s pretty doubtful this will make many a believer out of the uninitiated or those already entrenched with the other services.
The $8.99 price will allow 1 game or movie to be checked out at a time with unlimited rental for a month, which includes Xbox, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, Playstation 3 and Wii titles.
the world's largest consumer-oriented games showcase, Microsoft Corp. premiered the first wave of Xbox LIVE games launching on Windows Phone 7 this holiday. With even more games and applications to come, Windows Phone 7 is putting the power of Xbox LIVE into the palm of your hand - from Xbox LIVE Avatars to staying connected with friends, Xbox LIVE is now at your fingertips, anytime, anywhere.
"We believe that no matter where life takes you, the best in gaming and entertainment should follow," said Marc Whitten, corporate vice president of Xbox LIVE at Microsoft. "Windows Phone 7 takes a different approach to handheld gaming, utilizing Xbox LIVE, Microsoft Game Studios, leading game publishers, and innovative indie developers, to create powerful, shared experiences for everyone
The Games You Want, Played When and Wherever You Want Them: In a sea of games, apps, gadgets and gizmos, the biggest obstacle can be finding the game that's right for you. Only Windows Phone 7 has a Games hub featuring Xbox LIVE, creating a different kind of mobile gaming experience that puts the games you want front and center. Xbox LIVE games on Windows Phone 7 will be specially selected from the top names in mobile, PC and console game development, making the best mobile games even better, thanks to Xbox LIVE. With try-before-you-buy demos, Xbox LIVE leaderboards, turn-based multiplayer, Achievements and more, Windows Phone 7 brings the quality, consistency and community of the Xbox experience to gamers on the go. .
New York, NY - August 10, 2010 - Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), today announced Red Dead Redemption’s Legends and Killers Pack is now available for digital download from the Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network* and PlayStation®Network.
“With Legends & Killers we wanted to provide a wealth of new content for fans of Red Dead Redemption,” said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. “We took care to pick out areas that were unique and exciting and then polished them to provide the best possible multiplayer experience."
The Legends and Killers Pack doubles the amount of competitive multiplayer territories with nine new map locations that are weapon-balanced specifically for multiplayer and packed with free-for-all and team-based challenges. New locations vary from the fog-filled riverside at Thieves’ Landing to the modern metropolis of Blackwater. Eight classic personalities from 2004’s Red Dead Revolver return as multiplayer characters, including fan favorites Red Harlow, Jack Swift, Annie Stoakes and Shadow Wolf, among others. Available in competitive multiplayer, free roam and single-player modes, the Tomahawk, a deadly new projectile weapon, introduces more ways to eliminate the competition. In addition to gameplay challenges, the pack also presents additional opportunities to earn Achievements and Trophies.
Red Dead Redemption was released on May 18, 2010 to critical acclaim. Seth Schiesel of The New York Times claimed the Western epic to be a “tour de force.” Game Informer proclaimed Red Dead Redemption “rightly [earned] its place alongside the great Western films and the best Rockstar Games.”
