Microsoft to Unveil Next Xbox on MTV

RagedHybrid · 04-11-2005, 08:06 PM

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Music Television and Microsoft® Corp. today announced a global marketing alliance to unveil the next-generation Xbox® video game system on MTV channels in the United States, Asia Pacific, and Europe, all within a 24-hour window, a first for the videogame industry.

The highly anticipated console will be revealed to videogame fanatics, music lovers, and MTV viewers via a high-energy half-hour program titled “MTV Presents: The Next-Generation Xbox Revealed.” The special will be hosted by entertainment icon, seasoned gamer, and Xbox fanatic Elijah Wood, known globally for the Academy Award-winning Lord of the Rings film trilogy. Island Records’ renowned Las Vegas rockers The Killers will deliver electrifying performances throughout the special.

The global broadcast will premiere Thursday, May 12, 2005, at 9:30 P.M. Eastern in North America and on Friday, May 13, 2005, in other regions around the globe (local air times below).

Viewers will get an exclusive look at the Xbox vision for the next generation—one that ensures that the user experience is always connected, always personalized, and always in high definition. The special will feature never-before-seen, action-packed gameplay of future Xbox games; a peek into the future of the Xbox Live™ online gaming service; backstage celebrity interviews; and exclusive insider footage on the making of the next-generation console.

The inside look at the next-generation Xbox will continue at MTV.com, where after the special, viewers will find extended event coverage, including behind-the-scenes video, photos, and other special extras. MTV.com will also provide ongoing in-depth coverage of the next-generation Xbox, highlighting the latest news, product details, and previews of hot next-generation games.

“We recognize and celebrate our viewers’ passion for gaming and are excited to be working with Microsoft to launch such a significant entertainment product,” said John Shea, executive vice president, Integrated Marketing and Sponsorship Development, MTV Networks Music Group. “We’re proud that Microsoft considers MTV the premier global network to launch its new Xbox gaming console and reveal the first look to MTV viewers around the world.”

“Just as MTV revolutionized the way the world experiences music, the next-generation video game console from Xbox will spark a revolution in how consumers experience games and other forms of digital entertainment,” said Peter Moore, corporate vice president, Xbox Worldwide Marketing and Publishing, Microsoft. “We are ecstatic about our alliance with MTV and unveiling a video game platform in a way that has never been done.”

“MTV Presents: The Next Generation Xbox Revealed” will be broadcast around the world. Local market times are as follows:

North America
Thursday, May 12, at 9:30 P.M. Eastern (21:30)

Japan/Asia
Friday, May 13, at 11:30

Europe
France: Friday, May 13, at 19:00
Germany: Friday, May 13, at 19:00
Italy: Friday, May 13, at 23:30
Netherlands: Friday, May 13, at 19:30
Poland: Friday, May 13, at 21:00
Portugal: Friday, May 13, at 20:00
Romania: Friday, May 13, at 20:00
Scandinavia: Friday, May 13, at 22:00
Spain: Friday, May 13, at 21:30
U.K.: Friday, May 13, at 20:00

Australia
Friday, May 13, at 19:00

Sources: CNN

Official Press Release

lol. found some info for ya XBox freaks

Crash · 04-11-2005, 08:14 PM

http://www.gametavern.net/forums/showthread.php?t=11580

but this is very good news, and I am excited.

Teuthida · 04-11-2005, 08:26 PM

Am I the only one sorta sickened by this?

Bond · 04-11-2005, 08:28 PM

This is bull****. I can't stand MTV, but I would like to see the next Xbox. What ever shall I do?

Solid Snake · 04-11-2005, 08:40 PM

I think is the smarttest buisness decision that Microsoft has ever made. I will definetly be tunning into see this world premier. I am very excited to see the XBox 360.

Acebot44 · 04-11-2005, 09:13 PM

It'll be a nice event. However, I can safely say that the next console I will be getting will be the Xbox 3 if what I was told today was true.

Null · 04-11-2005, 09:43 PM

wow, you got a long wait if the next console your getting is xbox 3.

But I'd like to know what you been hearing, cuz i've been quite dissapointed with what i've been hearing, optional HD, releasing too early, horrible name...

but one thing really really got my interest was the thing that looked to be a trackball on the controller, which is prolly something else cuz no ones ever mentioned a trackball yet. however that would be a wonderful idea.

Acebot44 · 04-11-2005, 09:53 PM

Well, I can't tell you what I've heard because I'm not even supposed to know it. All I'll say is that if one of ya'll were thinking of buying the xbox 2 at launch it would be in your best financial interests to save up and get the 3rd one when it comes out. Apparently, Microsoft has both not thought ahead of time and also made sure they would dominate the console market in the upcoming years at the same time.

I'll try to get confirmation on what I've learned tomorrow at work so bear with me for the moment.

Null · 04-11-2005, 10:19 PM

cuz even your're not supposed to know it? so in other words, your pulling bs out your ass. gotcha.

yet another dissapointment =/

GameMaster · 04-11-2005, 11:50 PM

This is great news! What more could a teenage gamer ask for than to have an awesome console be unveiled on an awesome music channel for teenagers, you ask? Simple, having Eminem unveil it. That would be the best console unveiling in the entire history of video gaming.

This will be sufficient though.

Acebot44 · 04-11-2005, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Null

cuz even your're not supposed to know it? so in other words, your pulling bs out your ass. gotcha.

yet another dissapointment =/

*shrug*
Whatever makes you sleep better

Happydude · 04-12-2005, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Null

cuz even your're not supposed to know it? so in other words, your pulling bs out your ass. gotcha.

yet another dissapointment =/

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Originally Posted by GameMaster

This is great news! What more could a teenage gamer ask for than to have an awesome console be unveiled on an awesome music channel for teenagers, you ask? Simple, having Eminem unveil it. That would be the best console unveiling in the entire history of video gaming.

This will be sufficient though.

Ace, where do you work?

bobcat · 04-12-2005, 06:09 AM

Wow, only the coolest watch MTV.

Woo hoo I'm there

Null · 04-12-2005, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Acebot44

*shrug*
Whatever makes you sleep better

lol. well, i know all this secret stuff about nintendos new console. its going to blow your minds and be the total bomb diggity, fo shizzle!! but i cant tell you, its super secret, nintendo trusted only me with thier secret info. shhh. i'll tell you tho after its already been shown, that way i'll prove i knew.

bobcat · 04-12-2005, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Null

lol. well, i know all this secret stuff about nintendos new console. its going to blow your minds and be the total bomb diggity, fo shizzle!! but i cant tell you, its super secret, nintendo trusted only me with thier secret info. shhh. i'll tell you tho after its already been shown, that way i'll prove i knew.

Somehow, I think he may be telling the truth!!! Quick, drug him!