Posts Tagged ‘Xbox 360’
Written by Peter Suciu on 18 June 2010
- UFC Trainer will arrive for the Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii in January
There is no denying that anyone entering the cage to compete in mixed martial arts is ripped and probably works out a lot. And we mean a lot. Video games on the hand tend to work out a little and play games a lot. So what if you could somehow marry the two in a way? THQ is on it with a UFC-inspired fitness game for Microsoft Xbox Live Kinect, Sony PlayStation Move and the Nintendo Wii.
And in an interesting twist, unlike many other fitness games this one is actually going to be targeted primarily at men. UFC Trainer won’t actually make it in time for the holidays however, so gamers will have to find some other way to stay in shape this summer and fall, so we suggest turning off the console for a bit.
But from the official line from THQ’s executive VP of core gaming, it should be worth the wait. “We want this thing tuned to perfection without lag. And I’m not going to ship it until it’s the coolest fighting thing in the world.”
THQ website
Tags: Microsoft, mixed martial arts, Nintendo, PlayStation 3, Sony, THQ, UFC, UFC Trainer, Video Games, Wii, Xbox 360
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Written by Peter Suciu on 18 June 2010
One big problem with some workout games is that you need to be in the mood to work out. That’s why a good alternative can be to dance, and Zumba Fitness will get you moving. The company already has a full line of Latin dance and reggae flavored DVDs, and this year at E3 Majesco announced plans to bring the unique fitness program to the video game world.
In Zumba Fitness players can learn and perfect nine different dance styles, ranging from salsa to hip-hop to rumba and reggaeton. The dance game will be accessible to all ages and feature a “learn to steps” training, plus beginner, intermediate and advanced routines. The game will be compatible with Kinect for the Microsoft Xbox 360 for two player fun, plus a four player version for either the Nintendo Wii or the PlayStation 3 Move. Zumba Fitness will arrive this holidays, so get shaking.
Zumba Fitness website
Majesco Entertainment
Tags: dance, game, Kinect, Microsoft, Move, Nintendo, PlayStation 3, Sony, Video Games, Wii, Xbox 360, Zumba Fitness
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Written by Peter Suciu on 17 June 2010
- EA Sports Active 2 is heading to the Xbox 360 and will be compatible with Kinect
The Wii and exercise games have made great companions the past few years. However with Microsoft Kinect on its way, the video game workout may get a whole lot more active. Electronic Arts’ follow up to EA Sports Active is expecting to add more activity to both its Wii and Microsoft Xbox Kinect versions. More activity also means ore sensors and gear however. A demo at EA’s press conference showed wireless activity for EA Sports Active 2, heart rate monitors strapped to the upper arm, and weights and bands added for strength training.
Expect more variation in workouts. The demo included an intense cycling sequence, weight lifting and boxing. The Kinect version measures movement of the entire body versus the Wii version, which measures arms and legs through holding the controller and leg straps.
An online log on EA.com is an added component. Workout data is stored so you can evaluate your progress and fitness goals. You can also share your results and compare progress of others.
EA Sports Fitness 2
Tags: EA Sports Active, EA Sports Active 2, Fitness, Microsoft, Nintendo, Video Games, Wii, Xbox 360
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Written by Enid Burns on 14 June 2010
Smile you're on the Kinect camera for the Xbbox 360
Exercise games on the market still require you to grab or stand on a controller to get your workout in. Yourshape Fitness Evolved, just announced from Ubisoft for the Microsoft Xbox promises a much more casual yet engaging workout. Using the video and sound controls of the game console’s Kinect, you just have to make sure you have space to move. The camera picks up your image and presents it as a polarized image or heat map-like image of you and captures all of your movements. Select cardio, toning or other activities and get to work. Yourshape Fitness turns some workouts into a game where you can kick and punch boxes that come into range. End your workout with a calming cooldown by doing Tai Chi and other relaxing exercises.
Check back all week for the latest fitness related news from the Electronic Entertainment Expo
Tags: Camera, E3, Exercise, games, Kinect, Microsoft, Video Games, Workout, Xbox, Xbox 360, Yourself Fitness
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