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Project Gotham on Zune HD

Microsoft has confirmed that its new Zune HD handheld will feature gaming functionality.

The company said in a press release that the touch-screen media player, released in the US today, will support "fun 3D games" such as Project Gotham Racing: Ferrari Edition, Vans Sk8: Pool Service, and Audiosurf Tilt.

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PandemicPrawn06091d ago

And just like that Microsoft have entered the portable market...

(sort of).

FragMnTagM6091d ago (Edited 6091d ago )

From what I have used from my new Zune, it is the nicest PMP I have ever had the pleasure of using. Fast, slick GUI along with HD radio, and nice software to go with it too. The Zune software has been upgraded as well and is a lot nicer than iTunes. There are also free HD video podcasts to download from the Markeplace. There are also 9 apps that are free already.

I can't wait to see what else is in store for this little monster.

Bnet3436091d ago

Meh, Zune doesn't really count as a gaming handheld.

dragunrising6091d ago (Edited 6091d ago )

"Meh, Zune doesn't really count as a gaming handheld" Kind of an ignorant statement. Technically any average cell phone is a gaming handheld. You play games...in your hand. See?

I have 7 games on my new Zune HD. I'm surprised no one has said a word about them. They're all free. They include:

Texas Hold'em
Sudoku
Space Battle 2
Shell Game...of the Future
Hexic
Goo Splat
and Chess

Also, there is an additional 2 (free) apps. These include a calculator and MSN weather. All the games are quite decent in quality.

Edit: If anyone is curious about the browser, its lightning fast. It was able to render most websites just as well as my computer, not to mention N4G. The only issue I have with it is that its not able to log into password protected websites (yet or to my knowledge). Hence why I'm updating on my computer. Pinch and Zoom using multitouch is awesome, not to mention the OLED screen. The Zune HD deserves games.

Also, why is everyone bashing Zune HD? If no one got their news outside of N4G you would think its just another PMP and/or going to fail. I suggest trying it out before passing judgement.

@FragMnTagM- Agreed. Not sure what the disagrees are about. Pretty sure all the naysayers have never used one.

Sunny_D6091d ago

Wait, is this going against the iphone or ipod touch? Well, this will get some nice sales, but to penetrate the market like Apple? Their way off.

TheBand1t6091d ago

Best of luck to MS with their new Zune. I always liked the Zune alot more than the iPod.

Xi6091d ago

I hope that XNA and indie games get a decent amount of applications for the zune.

Shadow Man6091d ago (Edited 6091d ago )

For PSX emulators at full speed, thanks to NVIDIA graphics card and HDMI output.

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Top Racers Need Top Gear – Introducing the Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Controller and Headset

Omar writes: "With the Horizon Festival coming to breathtaking Japan, you’ll need the essential gear to prove you’ve got what it takes to become a Horizon Legend as you cruise, drift and explore an open world full of spectacular driving experiences. That’s why we’re happy to announce the newest Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller and Wireless Headset collection, featuring inspired designs from Forza Horizon 6. The bright cyan and lime colorways celebrate the Horizon Festival’s recognition of iconic cars and hit music, with special features that are sure to impress any collector."

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Killer2020UK29d ago

Oh my, that is one gaudy design

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44% of games industry professionals have considered leaving the industry as a result of redundancies

New report from Skillsearch found that 22% of those surveyed had been laid off within the past 12 months.

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Cockney32d ago

Well if that 44% left im sure there would be a lot less redundancies

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Stop Killing Games on the latest European Commission public hearing

It's a step forward for Stop Killing Games.

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