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Just got an email today from Microsoft saying that Iam one of the people to be chosen for Beta testing for XBox live. The email says :
" Thanks for waiting to participate in the beta. The response exceeded 100,000.
We wanted to let you know we plan to send you an email no later than September 20th regarding your status to potentially be included in our beta test program.
You're at the top of our pre-registration list for our ongoing beta program. So you'll be the first to create a Gamertag and the first to know when it's time to get in this incredibly intense, high-speed gaming experience. That means you can start creating a rep before most.
In the meantime, check out http://www.xbox.com/live/ for the latest news and updates on Xbox™ Live. Or, copy and paste the link into your browser.
Thanks again for your desire to participate in the beta and you will hear from us soon. "
This is great news for me as Iam really looking forward to player XBox online.
-Xbox Live Beta Selection Team
" Thanks for waiting to participate in the beta. The response exceeded 100,000.
We wanted to let you know we plan to send you an email no later than September 20th regarding your status to potentially be included in our beta test program.
You're at the top of our pre-registration list for our ongoing beta program. So you'll be the first to create a Gamertag and the first to know when it's time to get in this incredibly intense, high-speed gaming experience. That means you can start creating a rep before most.
In the meantime, check out http://www.xbox.com/live/ for the latest news and updates on Xbox™ Live. Or, copy and paste the link into your browser.
Thanks again for your desire to participate in the beta and you will hear from us soon. "
This is great news for me as Iam really looking forward to player XBox online.
-Xbox Live Beta Selection Team
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From www.xbox.com/live
"Q: When will the beta start in Japan and Europe?
A: We are planning to have testers from Japan and Europe enter the beta in August and September. Specific dates for each will be announced shortly. Stay tuned."
Stay Tuned Kids.
"Q: When will the beta start in Japan and Europe?
A: We are planning to have testers from Japan and Europe enter the beta in August and September. Specific dates for each will be announced shortly. Stay tuned."
Stay Tuned Kids.
lol :)
The Xbox LIVE site has been updated
http://www.xbox.com/LIVE/default.htm
Quite a few intresting stuff on there.
The Xbox LIVE site has been updated
http://www.xbox.com/LIVE/default.htm
Quite a few intresting stuff on there.
Well obviously. ;-))
We'll all have to start thinking of names and see what we come up with. ;-)
We'll all have to start thinking of names and see what we come up with. ;-)
savatt1668 wrote:
> Yeah thats already in the works mate. :-)
> Not just for Unreal Championship but for all X-Box Live games that we
> all have.
Hmmm but we'd have to think of a team name, not summit cheesy like "SR Power Rangers"
> Yeah thats already in the works mate. :-)
> Not just for Unreal Championship but for all X-Box Live games that we
> all have.
Hmmm but we'd have to think of a team name, not summit cheesy like "SR Power Rangers"
Yeah thats already in the works mate. :-)
Not just for Unreal Championship but for all X-Box Live games that we all have.
Not just for Unreal Championship but for all X-Box Live games that we all have.
Europes X02 event is coming soon, they will most likely announce the release date then.
Maybe we could make an SR clan/squad/team whatever you wanna call it for Unreal Championship, that'd be quite cool.
Maybe we could make an SR clan/squad/team whatever you wanna call it for Unreal Championship, that'd be quite cool.
I signed up for the Beta testing too but I gave them my other e-mail address that I never use, I'll have to try and find the stupid password for it and see if I've had anything back.
I'm really looking forward to playing Mech Assault and Unreal Championship when they come out. :-) So far I'll probably end up owning at least most X-Box Live titles that are on the way so far. :-)
Now that the U.S date is November, hopefully we should find out when we're due to recieve it. Plus as far as going up against the yanks goes, has anyone considered the big headstart they get ?
I think at first we'll only get to face people around Europe because of the different speeds or something, but eventually we should be able to play against the Americans. Thing is, look at the gap when a game is released. It might not matter so much for say a beat em up (except they still get some hefty practise in), but when it comes to a level building game like RPG's (Phantasy Star Online, etc), they get a big headstart so they'll be on high levels while us poor sods are still struggling along at level 5.
Might not be so bad if its team orientated, but if theres a competitive side to it and players can kill eachother and stuff then countries like the U.S get a pretty unfair headstart while we're still waiting for god knows how long to join in.
I think a few games at least need to be released in all countries at the same time so at least a level playing field can be offered to all those that want to get into the game from day one.
I'm really looking forward to playing Mech Assault and Unreal Championship when they come out. :-) So far I'll probably end up owning at least most X-Box Live titles that are on the way so far. :-)
Now that the U.S date is November, hopefully we should find out when we're due to recieve it. Plus as far as going up against the yanks goes, has anyone considered the big headstart they get ?
I think at first we'll only get to face people around Europe because of the different speeds or something, but eventually we should be able to play against the Americans. Thing is, look at the gap when a game is released. It might not matter so much for say a beat em up (except they still get some hefty practise in), but when it comes to a level building game like RPG's (Phantasy Star Online, etc), they get a big headstart so they'll be on high levels while us poor sods are still struggling along at level 5.
Might not be so bad if its team orientated, but if theres a competitive side to it and players can kill eachother and stuff then countries like the U.S get a pretty unfair headstart while we're still waiting for god knows how long to join in.
I think a few games at least need to be released in all countries at the same time so at least a level playing field can be offered to all those that want to get into the game from day one.
I have read that the Xbox Live pack includes a game, does that mean that you can choose any of the Xbox Live titles for your package? Or do they choose the game for you? It could even be a game especially designed for use with Xbox Live, who knows! Microsoft will probably give away the pack if you are selected otherwise it may be a bit pointless. Microsoft are usually pretty good with gestures and although the customer service department may be one of the worst I have ever dealt with I think that all parties invloved with the Beta test will gain in some way or another.
Whilst looking around PC WORLD (pfft not as good as SR :D) I saw an advertisement for Freeserve Broadband again and my mom was very interested. We picked up a leaflet (even though we have a CD Rom and package at already) and my mom thinks that we should get the package before christmas of this year. For those who haven't taken an interest in Xbox Live that means that I will have Broadband before Xbox Live is released over here in the UK (although the release date hasn't been decided as yet). Quite a good day all round I would say :D
Whilst looking around PC WORLD (pfft not as good as SR :D) I saw an advertisement for Freeserve Broadband again and my mom was very interested. We picked up a leaflet (even though we have a CD Rom and package at already) and my mom thinks that we should get the package before christmas of this year. For those who haven't taken an interest in Xbox Live that means that I will have Broadband before Xbox Live is released over here in the UK (although the release date hasn't been decided as yet). Quite a good day all round I would say :D
that mean that u will get the xbox live pack for free?
I got that email as well. But thats about the American Beta testing, as they mention the November 15th date for Xbox live, which is the American date. We still have no confirmation on when the UK and Europe will actually recieve Xbox live. So we should be some of the first in the UK to recieve Beta testing.
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