Xbox 360 Wireless controller has created a brand new version that includes a transforming D-pad. By transforming I mean a d-pad that can go from a solid + form to a current disc form with the twist of the d-pad. In addition to the new d-pad, the matte silver controller also features concave analog sticks and gray A,B,X,Y buttons for added style. The controller will only be available with the new Play & Charge Kit that will launch on November 9th for US $64.99.

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.

This bundle will be available on September 14, 2010 for $399 so get to pre-ordering today!

Microsoft has announced that Kinect will be available this fall and will include the bundled game Kinect Adventures for $150. Kinect Adventures allows players to make their way through 20 adventures, navigating roaring rapids and ducking and dodging through mountaintop obstacle courses and other exotic locations — no controller, wand or balance board required.

A new bundle will also be hitting shelves in time for the Kinect Launch this November. The newly announced $199 Xbox 360 4GB console which will be available at the end of summer and The Kinect camera can be found together for $299. The Bundle will include Kinect, Kinect Adventures and the Xbox 360 4GB console all on November 4th 2010. Select retailers are already taking pre-orders like Amazon and Gamestop so can you smell the Kinect fever yet?

GameStop has been cagey about its plans to deal with the impending digital age, but the new CEO Paul Raines spoke frankly about it in a recent interview with The Street. He says he wants the GameStop Website to be a “destination for gamers, whether they are getting content via online, mobile, console or any other platform. We are also migrating our website from a purely e-commerce site to a gaming platform that users can visit to play, learn and purchase games.”

He says the company is taking a look at other online companies that have successfully started their transition to digital formats. “We have studied Netflix a lot, and most of their users still absorb physical content rather than streaming,” Raines said. “Now we are looking to see how gaming compares. We are focusing on consumer acceptance. The world won’t be all digital tomorrow, even though that’s what people are claiming. In this business, users still want physical content.”

He also remarked on the difficulty of sustaining a used game sales model, echoing recent comments made at the Develop conference. “In tough economic times the consumer doesn’t want to spend $59 for a new game,” he said. “They may not have $59, but they may have $40 and an old game under their bed that they can trade in for a new title.” He also shrugged off competition in the used games space. “Pricing buybacks and sales is complex. We have a refurbishment facility and last year recycled 100 million units. This system is difficult to replicate.”

GameStop has always seemed unconcerned about the advent of digital content, even dismissing EA’s Online Pass as an opportunity to sell downloadable content. Plans to turn the site into a gaming portal might explain their confidence, but raises new questions about online competition with existing services.

Seems like the stories of another Xbox 360 becoming available later this year were true. The new Xbox 360 4GB console, which begins shipping on Aug. 3 in the U.S., will be available for $199.99 (U.S. ERP). This is the newest Xbox 360 remodel and includes built-in Wi-Fi N, 4GB of internal flash memory, touch-sensitive buttons and a black matte finish. We’re not sure if any deals will be taking place with the remaining Xbox Arcade systems that are still on the market but we can only imagine that massive promotions will be offered for those as well.

ASTRO Gaming’s recently released and critically acclaimed ASTRO A30 Cross-Gaming Headset is on sale for a limited time for $99.95 (regularly $149.95). Reviews for the A30s have been stupendously awesome, and for good reason, because they are indeed stupendously awesome!  But, there has been one relatively universal meme from fans and reviewers alike, that while the A30s are the best headset available and are worth every cent, they certainly command a relatively high-price. Today, ASTRO has heard the faithful and directly addressed the concern with a significantly lower price!

ASTRO A30 information, specs and reviews can be found HERE.

Since it’s announcement at this year’s E3 convention, PlayStation Plus, has been a hot topic subject amongst PS3 owners. Some new features granted unto those gamers who don’t fine it too much of a burden spending $50 a year (identical to Microsoft’s Xbox live premium gold service) or $18 for 3 months to include:
• %50 discounts on PSN titles Access to betas previous withheld from the public
• Hour long demo times on select games and titles
• Free Subscription to Qore online magazine
• Automatic download of these products
• And users who choose to get involved in the PS-plus experience will have a shiny golden plus sign next to their name on the XMB buddy dashboard.
We’re pretty sure there are tons more goodies in store for us gamers involved with the new PlayStation Plus experience, and if your willing to take the plunge you can get involved .. right now! The service should be available so let us know your thoughts?

It was a year ago that Nintendo teased the world that it will be unveiling a new peripheral, one they claimed will expand the appeal of video games. First announced at E3 2009’s Nintendo press conference they called it the Wii Vitality Sensor. Nintendo says it will sense a user’s pulse and other body signals being transmitted, it will then provide information to users about the persons body. With little to no more info on the Wii Vitality Sensor it has since disappeared or has it?

Well while not actually from Nintendo, Ubisoft has emerged with their own sensor and game called Innergy. The game is designed to focus players on their inner being via a number of games played with a special sensor that monitors their breathing and heartbeat. It will provide different methods of exercise to improve heart rate and blood flow. All of this would seem that Ubisoft has beaten Nintendo to the punch? Not really.

This tech has potential to discover new possibilities in the way we play games, regulating fear controlled in a horror? Or perhaps knowing when to slow down the action depending on the heart rate? These ideas sound great however Ubisoft’s focus with this new product is to improve the way you feel and allow you to enjoy life more fully. They also want to make this a portable experience for everyone. Until their is more info on either product we won’t know for sure what the future holds for them but it seems like both parties may have the same thing in mind.

Gameplay Footage of Innergy from Ubisoft’s press conference

ASTRO Gaming, creators of premium video gaming equipment for professional gamers, and Konami Digital Entertainment have announced a special, silver-colored Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker edition of the company’s recently released ASTRO A30 Cross-Gaming Headset. While supplies last, be one of the first to purchase the ASTRO A30 Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker edition and receive a full version of the Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker software for the Sony PSP for an additional $20. The limited edition Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker version of the ASTRO A30 will also feature exclusive Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker speaker tags, which were developed with direct input from Kojima Productions to ensure an authentic and iconic representation of the game. Gamers everywhere will be able to order the special ASTRO A30 Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Edition beginning June 7th at www.astrogaming.com.