MekaX v3
>> Madmab released a new version of MekaX(info) - a Sega Master System/Game Gear/SG-1000/SC-3000/SF-7000/MK3 emulator for Xbox1.
There's a huge changelog for new and fixed stuff, and you can check all the details here
Official Site: By Madmab of ressurectionxtras.net
Download: n/a (built with XDK)
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FreeStyle Dash v2.0 Alpha Rev 1044
>> Team FSD released a new version of the FreeStyle Dash v2.0 Alpha, an alternative dashboard for homebrew 360s.
From teamfsd.com:
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As promised we're releasing last Sundays online update for the offline users.
In addition we've fixed some other issues too (online users get an update notification). The update is always called default.xex, rename it to whatever you named your xex if you dont have rev 1044 in the about screen.
The following issues have been fixed or added (in addition to the rev 1021 version):
-Fixed filebrowser paste not working.
-Fixed videopath in config.
+Versions show in debug.log.
-Fixed Auto Updater (some files did not get deleted and sometimes crashed).
+Performance improvement in gamelist.
+Status Bar is now shown on RightThumbstickClick.
-Fixed some skin issues.
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Official Site: http://www.teamfsd.com
Download: n/a (built with XDK)
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XPRemap v1.0 DLL Plugin
>> The2000 and [cOz] released a new DLL plug-in:
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About:
XPowerRemap (or XPRemap) is a DLL plugin that allows user to configure and remap input buttons. In addition to remapping the buttons, the user can also adjust the deadzone thresholds of the analog switches.
Requirements:
-FreeBOOT 0.032 by Ikari
-DashLaunch 1.0 by [cOz]/XeDev (make sure to install launch.xex to your flash).
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Official Site: http://xpowerplay.blogspot.com/
Download: n/a (built with XDK)
Full NFO/Readme: xbins.org
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FreeStyle Dash v2.0 Alpha Update
>> From teamfsd.com:
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To ensure our auto-updater works, and to fix some of the bugs found in FSD2.0 alpha, we've put a new version online.
To get it, turn on the updater notification in the settings screen.
For users without a network connection, we will release this update via the website in 5 days or so.
EDIT: update is always called default.xex, rename it to whatever you named your xex if you dont have rev 1021 in about screen.
The following issues have been fixed or added:
-GOD's / XBLA not listing when they have DLC (issue #38)
-Black screen for some with NTP enabled. (issue #15)
+Debug log is saved to crash..log on exception.
-Several FTP issues (active transfer, user login, crashes on overwrite/delete, etc)
+Can disable letterbox in settings for 4:3 screens (will be stretched)
-Corrupt xex's no longer crash on content listing (issue #7)
+Screenshot raw command for FTP is added (SCREENSHOT), and also screenshot on Left Thumbstick click.
-Xbox original discs are now recognised and can be launched (issue #22)
+Fanspeed is added
+File manager cut/copy/paste is added
+Cache backup/restore added
+Added new USBMU and USBMUCache to file code
+Configurable video path
-Some skin issues
-Save game viewer crash fixed
+Made http downloader multithreaded (faster)
-Fixed http downloader crash
-DVD-Copy Bug (issue #62)
-Pressing start opens xbla (issue #17)
-Setting Menu Trigger Bug (issue #11)
+Freestyle 2 doesnt show in profile as resently played anymore (can still be seen with hex editor, like all homebrew)
+Moved Dash to Render using Predicated Tiling
-Quickfix for crash on entering list while scanning
+Added sorting on title, rating, release date, etc to game list
and probably some other stuff we forgot to list....
If you would like to help us out, we accept donations via paypal: donations /AT/ teamfsd.com
These will be used to aquire devkits for the team, and cover some of the server costs.
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Official Site: http://www.teamfsd.com
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Mousepatcher 360 v1.0.0.5
XNand Healer GUI v0.5
>> TingedAce released a new version of XNand Healer GUI - an app that started off as an uncrippling tool but now morphed into a general purpose NAND dumping tool that should really aid the first part of the JTAG'ing process.
What's new/fixed:
- Much improved user interface including progress bars during NAND analysis
- Ability to cancel NAND analysis
- One-click bad block remapping
- Added dialog to let you choose how much of the NAND to dump just before reading
Official Site: http://www.rigid360.co.uk
Download: here
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Xbox 360 Limited Edition Halo: Reach Bundle and Accessories
>> From the MS press release:
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The biggest game of 2010, "Halo: Reach," is getting the ultimate hardware treatment. The Xbox 360 Limited Edition "Halo: Reach" Bundle launches day and date with the game on September 14 and provides both an incredible value and a stunning way to celebrate the iconic franchise. The commemorative bundle will be available with matching custom "Halo: Reach" Limited Edition Wireless Controllers. Additionally, Microsoft and Bungie revealed an onslaught of other "Halo: Reach" news today at Comic-Con International, including a first look at Forge World, Versus Firefight mode and more.
* The Xbox 360 Limited Edition "Halo: Reach" Bundle is Available for Pre-Order Today
The Xbox 360 Limited Edition "Halo: Reach" Bundle features an exclusive silver design and comes with two custom Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers with artwork inspired by the game, a Standard Edition copy of "Halo: Reach," a token for the Limited Edition Elite armor set, an episode of "Halo Legends" and a "Halo: Reach"-themed Xbox 360 wired headset. As an added touch, the specially designed console in the Xbox 360 Limited Edition "Halo: Reach" Bundle not only captures the look and feel of the game, but also features custom sound effects from the "Halo" universe.
Designed by Bungie, the Xbox 360 Limited Edition "Halo: Reach" Bundle includes all the features of the newly designed Xbox 360 console, such as a 250 GB Hard Drive and the fastest built-in Wi-Fi for the easiest connection to Xbox LIVE. The bundle is available in limited quantities and only while supplies last, so fans who want to own a piece of the "Halo" mythology are encouraged to pre-order quickly. The Xbox 360 Limited Edition "Halo: Reach" Bundle has a suggested retail price of $399 USD, and will be available on Sept. 14. To offer a closer look at the contents of the Xbox 360 Limited Edition "Halo: Reach" Bundle, Microsoft and Bungie unveiled an unboxing video of the bundle, which is available for download today on Halo Waypoint and Halo.Xbox.com.
* "Halo: Reach" Limited Edition Wireless Controller and Wireless Headset Available Worldwide in Late August
In addition to the exclusive new console bundle, Microsoft and Bungie unveiled the "Halo: Reach" Limited Edition Wireless Controller and the "Halo: Reach" Limited Edition Wireless Headset, both of which feature a distinctive silver color and exclusive "Halo" artwork by Bungie. Available in late August for $59.99 (U.S.), the "Halo: Reach" Limited Edition Wireless Controller includes an Xbox LIVE token for an animated Covenant Banshee Avatar item. The "Halo: Reach" Limited Edition Wireless Headset will also be available in late August for an estimated retail price of $49.99 (U.S.). Both accessories are being produced in limited quantities and are available for pre-order today.
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Full PR: gamerscoreblog.com
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Shops To Check 2nd Hand Xbox360 with Halo3 DVD+R DL?
>> News from French Xbox website logic-sunrise.com tells us the French retailer Micromania is now checking each Xbox360 with a Halo3 "DVD+R DL RW" (whatever that is lol) disc before buying it back from customers and putting it on the 2nd-hand market.
According to their source at Micromania this discs is coming from Microsoft itself (!?). This is a quick test to see if the DVD FW has been flashed with a custom firmware - and would avoid the 2nd-hand buyer to be banned at a later time not knowing his FW was flashed. Of course you can still flash your DVD FW back to stock FW before selling it ;) Wouldn't really detect already-banned consoles either, but I'll assume they do a different check for that.
If other shops out there received a similar disc or got instructions from MS about how to detect flashed DVD FWs and banned consoles for 2nd-hand 360s, feel free to let me know ;) xantium /AT/ xbox-scene /DOT/ com ;)
News-Source: logic-sunrise.com
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Microsoft canned PC vs Xbox cross-platform gaming
>> From techwatch.co.uk:
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The latest interesting gaming rumour we've spotted revolves around Microsoft, and the idea that once upon a time, the company was going to implement cross-platform gaming so PC players could take on Xbox'ers online in games like Unreal and Gears of War.
According to the Founder of Voodoo PC (now CTO of HP's gaming business) Rahul Sood, the idea was tested at MS, but reliable sources said that the PC players beat the console gamers consistently.
Not because the PC players were superior gamers, but mainly due to the control mechanism of the keyboard and mouse versus the Xbox controller. Certainly when it comes to first-person shooters, there's no way a controller stick can match the accuracy and speed of the flick of a mouse.
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Full Story: techwatch.co.uk
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Emerald v0.7
>> Sasuke2911 released a new version of Emerald - an alternative dashboard for homebrew 360s - originally only in french, but now also available with an english interface:
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Features:
* Configurable by editing launcher.xml
* Scan for xbla, god, xbox 360 games
* Ftp server
* Http server
* Download artwork from internet
* Install games
Whats news ?
* Fixed some display glitch
* Gamelist is now ordered after scanning
* Added list view
* Other bug fixe etc ...
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Official Site: gueux-forum.net
Download: n/a (built with XDK)
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