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Public humiliation for Xbox cheaters

Microsoft is cracking down on Xbox Live users artificially bumping up their “Gamerscore” achievements, warning any cheaters would be publicly humiliated and have their accounts reset.
On Xbox Live - the online component of the Xbox 360 that allows gamers to compete and communicate with each other - players can build their Gamerscore and Achievements list […]

March 26th, 2008 | Posted in Gamers | 2 Comments

Xbox not up to scratch, say gamers

Kelly Parkinson thought he had found the perfect gift when he splashed out more than $500 on a brand new Xbox 360 for his son’s 15th birthday last year.
Six months down the track, Mr Parkinson claims the machine has destroyed $200 worth of games bought from his son’s own pocket money and is now effectively […]

February 19th, 2008 | Posted in Gamers | 1 Comment