| Game | Content Type | Discount | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bound By Flame* | Backward Compatible | 80% | $1.99 |
| Darksiders | Backward Compatible | 80% | $3.99 |
| Darksiders II | Backward Compatible | 80% | $3.99 |
| de Blob 2 | Backward Compatible | 80% | $3.99 |
| Deadfall Adventure | Backward Compatible | 80% | $7.99 |
| Destroy All Humans!(XBO) | Backward Compatible | 80% | $3.99 |
| Frontlines: Fuel of War | Backward Compatible | 80% | $2.99 |
| Full Spectrum Warrior | Backward Compatible | 80% | $2.99 |
| JUJU | Backward Compatible | 80% | $2.99 |
| Mars: War Logs* | Backward Compatible | 80% | $1.99 |
| MX Unleashed(XBO) | Backward Compatible | 80% | $2.99 |
| MX vs. ATV Reflex | Backward Compatible | 80% | $5.99 |
| Panzer Elite Action: Fields of Glory (XBO)(Not available in US) | Backward Compatible | 80% | £1.79 |
| Red Faction: Armageddon | Backward Compatible | 80% | $5.99 |
| Red Faction: Battlegrounds | Backward Compatible | 80% | $1.99 |
| Sine Mora | Backward Compatible | 80% | $1.99 |
| Stacking | Backward Compatible | 80% | $2.99 |
| Stuntman: Ignition | Backward Compatible | 80% | $2.99 |
Author: Michael Durr
Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
BC Deals with Gold for the Week of January 28th, 2020
This is the part where you get after me for not starting another game besides Monster Hunter World. Go ahead, let me have it. *waits for the beating* In my defense, I did finally achieve 50 Elder Dragons and 50 Tempered beasts. Actually one after the other. I was particularly happy with my 50 tempered beasts as I soloed a couple of monsters including an Azure Rathalos. I am currently working on getting all of my monster track levels up to max. I’m at HR 78, so I don’t think I will see HR 100 anytime. We’ll see what game I attempt next, but I think I need to stop promising a new game and let it come naturally.
We do have a few sales this week but not many of them are actually backwards compatible. But it does do the heart good to see a few Xbox Originals in the list. Darksiders and Red Faction as well which were always well done Action Adventure type games. Take a gander at the list and let me know if you like anything. In the mean time, I’ll try to kick this Monster Hunter World habit, one Nerigigante at a time. Enjoy.
Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
BC Deals with Gold for the Week of January 21st, 2020
Yep, still playing Monster Hunter World and nothing else. A very blah week for me, I’m up to HR 72 now and still nothing else gained on the achievement end. Just progress. I’ll spare you anything further for this week but I’ll leave with this. I will play something else, I guarantee it because if I don’t I might just lose it. Cue the Eminem meme.
Anyway, on to sales. The Xbox One looks like it is getting plenty but the Xbox 360 side looks like the same recycled 10 to 15 we get at least once a month now. You would think they would at least discount 1 or 2 of those to bargain bin type prices ($3 or less). They surely can’t be making much off of them anymore. Maybe I’m wrong. Welp, enjoy your week and I’ll try to do the same. Take care.
| Game | Content Type | Discount | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battlefield 3 | Backward Compatible | 75% | $4.99 |
| Battlefield: Bad Company 2 | Backward Compatible | 75% | $4.99 |
| Dead Space | Backward Compatible | 75% | $3.74 |
| Dead Space 2 | Backward Compatible | 75% | $4.99 |
| Dead Space 3 | Backward Compatible | 75% | $4.99 |
| Dragon Age 2 | Backward Compatible | 75% | $4.99 |
| Dragon Age: Origins | Backward Compatible | 75% | $3.74 |
| Mafia II* | Games On Demand | 75% | $7.49 |
| Mass Effect 2 | Backward Compatible | 70% | $5.99 |
| Mass Effect 3 | Backward Compatible | 70% | $5.99 |
| Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution* | Backward Compatible | 75% | $7.49 |
| Skate 3 | Backward Compatible | 75% | $4.99 |
| The Darkness* | Games On Demand | 80% | $3.99 |
| XCOM: Enemy Within* | Backward Compatible | 80% | $7.99 |
Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
BC Deals with Gold for the Week of January 14th, 2020
Well, I would like to say that I played something besides Monster Hunter World. That was not the case. However, I did eclipse 500 monsters and I am sitting at HR 70. Still trying to get 50 elders and 50 tempereds. I’m around 40 each I figure on both. I have also started trying to get all of the monster tracks up to their highest level as that’s an achievement as well. I do not look forward to getting those last few like the Kirin or Kushala Daora which are my two least favorite monsters by far. Yeah, I need to start something new (or go back to something old).
We do have some DLC sales this week. It is certainly not as much as I would like to see but it is something, at least for the Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry folks. The Worms games are decent fun but not backwards compatible (even though they should be). Have a good week, I might have a review towards the end of the week or early next. Just something to look forward to. Enjoy.
Posted in Film & Television Reviews
Millennium Actress (Blu-Ray) Review
After a little hiatus, I posted another anime review today. Enjoy!
https://upcomingdiscs.com/2020/01/07/millennium-actress-blu-ray/
Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
BC Deals with Gold for the Week of January 7th, 2020
It is so weird to write that. 2020. Especially for someone who has watched the amount of sci-fi movies I have and lived long enough to see reality for as long as I have. Both Space Odysseys are in the past, both Escape from NY & LA are in the past, heck Akira & Rollerball are now in the past. In two years, Johnny Mnemonic will be in the past. Hard to believe.
I have been primarily playing Monster Hunter World, grinding up everything I can including elder dragons, tempered beasts, and if I’m so lucky, a crown or two. My diversion right now is not another game, but I’ve been trying to catch up on some movies and television that I have been neglecting. Actually, me and my wife are going to take on a HBO series (not Watchmen) in preparation for a review that I should have done closer to the end of the month. So this week (& next) probably will not see much game playing.
We have a very limited amount of sales this week with only a few titles for the Xbox 360 that are listed below. I already have all 3 Crysis games and never liked the idea of the Mirrors’ games. Though I am eyeing the Vanishing of Ethan Carter on the Xbox One side at a very nice 60% discount. Most people are under the impression with that game that it will be on GWG or Game Pass at some point and I can’t say I disagree with them. It’s hard to wait though. Take care and enjoy your week.
Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
BC Deals with Gold for the Week of December 31st, 2019
First, I would like to apologize for missing last week’s BC Deals, there were a few but I will say they have all been on sale before and it’s not like I get any help or somebody who could do it for me or anything. Christmas week was mainly spent at the in-laws and their internet was down and even when it was up, I couldn’t exactly rush to the computer. Sorry about that, honestly and truthfully.
Anyway, I spent my week playing two games, Legend of the Skyfish and Monster Hunter World (of course). Legend of the Skyfish was played honestly for some easy gamerscore (though in reality if you don’t play platform games too much it can be difficult in spots) as I was able to wrap it in about 4 hours. Monster Hunter World, I’m now about 130 hours in and was able to get the 5 rare weapons achievement last night. At this point, I have 3-4 achievements left in the base game that I can reasonably grind for. This includes the 500 monsters, 50 elder dragons and 50 tempereds. After I get those, I should be close to HR 100 which is the 4th achievement. I really don’t feel like grinding for arena quests or the friggering crowns (I think I have a whole 3 of small and large crowns, it’s ridiculous). Then after those 3-4 achievements, I’ll put it down until I am able to get Iceborne for $20.
The sales are interesting this week. We have actually a few games that are not BC but might be worth a look like Binary Domain and Hell Yeah, Wrath of the Dead Rabbit. We also have a smattering of BC games that you might have missed the first time around. None of them are easy gamerscore though as all three are quite tasking. Still you might find them interesting. Have a great new year, and enjoy.
Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
BC Countdown Sale Live until December 24th, 2019
Looks like we have a huge sale here too. Too much to really go over but lots to absorb. I’m still mulling over both set of sales to try and figure out if I want anything. While I do that, feel free to take a look and offer your suggestions below. Sale items after the Read More. Enjoy.
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Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
Games with Gold for Month of January 2020
Looks like the new Games with Gold were announced this week. Sorry for not catching it sooner, but this time of the year is very busy. I will warn you that as of right now that Batman: The Telltale Series is completely broken in regards to achievements. Why you ask? Because the company that took over the game released a new texture pack of sorts called Shadows mode. Which is pretty cool in the sense that it gives the game a very “Sin City” like look. What is not cool is that it didn’t really add any new achievements or things to do. What is worse, it broke the damn game. Avoid until you see it fixed. Tekken 6 is a decent fighting game but it does have some online achievements so you are aware. Lego Star Wars II the Original Trilogy is only good for those who want a difficult and frustrating Lego game before they became much more polished. It’s not a great month but if they fix the Batman bugs in time, it can at least be a very good month. Enjoy.
Xbox One
- Styx: Shards of Darkness (January 1st – January 31st)
- Batman: Telltale Series (January 16th – February 15th)
Xbox 360
- Tekken 6 (January 1st-15th)
- Lego Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy (January 16th-31st)
Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
BC Deals with Gold for the Week of December 17th, 2019
A slow week in gaming for me as I only really played Monster Hunter World and Sam n Max. In Sam n Max, I’m now through the third episode. I’m going to attempt to get through all 6 before the end of the year. It’s doable, but with Christmas and all sorts of wonderful things known as time with the loved ones, I can’t guarantee anything at this point. I’m also a little over 700 points away from 100,000 gamerscore. Basically, I could fall through a NeoGeo game and pick up those points. Just not sure which game I want to do it with.
Monster Hunter World, I’m in a weird place. I’m at HR 49 and tried the tempered Kirin fight only to find myself woefully underpowered. In fact, it was a joke. So now I’m gearing up or attempting to and it’s very slow going. Melee weapons seem to be a waste of time against it so neither of my max hammers would do any good and the same could be said for my insect glaive. So I maxed out a bow and hopefully that with the right coating will be what I need. I’m also working on maxing out a light bowgun since I’ve read those work real well too. *grumble grumble, I STILL WANT A PAPER GUIDE*
Okay, so we have sales this week, not that much but I can safely say if you don’t have any of these four games that the meager price point is worth going after. Guardian Heroes and Phantasy Star II are fantastic as are Gunstar Heroes and Jet Set Radio. Outside of that, maybe you can find something in the Xbox One list that will satisfy you. Always feel free to post a comment and let me know what you pick up. Enjoy your week.
Posted in Xbox 360 to One BC
BC Deals with Gold for the Week of December 10th, 2019
So my gaming last week was kind meager but I did keep playing Monster Hunter World which I didn’t expect. I was able to zoom past HR 29, and capped again at HR 49. I really don’t want to fight the Kirin, mostly because I’ve heard he’s a pain in the butt with randoms. So I’ve been avoiding it like the plague and focusing on tempereds and elder dragons. All the while, I’m of course upgrading my weapons (still either the glaive or hammer) and armor. I might as well work on those achievements. I’m still way behind on crowns though, hate that its a RNG scenario and I always end up on the opposite desired end of those situations.
I did start Sam & Max: Freelance Police, and man is that game slow. I made it through the first episode but the puzzles don’t make a lot of sense and the humor is so-so compared to the old PC game and the TV series. I will continue to go through it and should be done with it by the end of the year, but I’m pretty sure I won’t be rushing to play the sequel anytime soon.
Anyway, we have sales. There isn’t much to see here but that is a great discount on Lego Batman 2 which I absolutely adored playing earlier this year. Daytona USA and Fighting Vipers are easy completions if you are into that sort of thing. As always, remember Capcom Arcade Cabinet only contains the first pack of games. However, the DLC pack with the rest of the games usually gets a sale in a month or so. Alrighty, have a fun week and enjoy.
