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How would you describe Eric Ruth's 8-bit Pixel Force: DJ Hero game? A clever remake? An artifact from a fictional past? Whatever it is, we're pretty bummed that it's taken this long for mankind to get to the point where we can mix chiptune versions of songs by Madonna, Michael Jackson, INXS, and a ton more -- all the while scoring points and watching a little pixelated guy rock the wheels of steel. What are you waiting for? Fire up that PC, hit the source link to download your copy, and see all productivity cease -- just like it has here at Engadget HQ. Video after the break.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>8-bitchiptunedj heroDjHeroeric ruthEric Ruth GamesEricRuthEricRuthGamespixel forcepixel force dj heroPixelForcePixelForceDjHeroremakevideoTue, 30 Nov 2010 13:31:00 EST<![CDATA[DJ Hero 2 now available for purchase, Beck still wondering about royalty checks]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/19/dj-hero-2-now-available-for-purchase-beck-still-wondering-about/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/19/dj-hero-2-now-available-for-purchase-beck-still-wondering-about/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/19/dj-hero-2-now-available-for-purchase-beck-still-wondering-about/#comments You seriously can't make this stuff up -- in what can only be assumed is a nod to the one and only Beck, Activision actually is shipping two turntables and a microphone with DJ Hero 2. And that bundle is finally on sale starting today. We'd heard earlier in the year that the company was aiming for a fall release, and sure enough, consumers can get their holiday shopping started early by heading to Best Buy (where they'll receive a hard-shell turntable carrying case), Walmart (where the original DJ Hero will be thrown in gratis when buying the DJ Hero 2 Party Bundle on Wii or Xbox 360) or Amazon (where Linkin Park's A Thousand Suns will be oh-so-graciously tossed in for no charge). Check it right now for $59.99 (software only) to $149.99 (the full monty).

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Update: As promised, Activision has now delivered a few more details, and some pictures. As you can see, the turntable controller appears to be mostly unchanged, but you will get a white model if you opt for the bundle with two decks, and the microphone is, well, a microphone. What's more, it looks like pre-orders are starting immediately -- the two-deck "party bundle" runs $149.99, while the game with a single turntable will set you back $99.99 (the standalone game itself is $59.99).

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It's been a long haul since it was first announced way back in May, but Activision's DJ Hero is now finally available in North America, and will be making the trip across the pond on October 30th. That includes both the standard $120 version, and the "premium" Renegade Edition, which runs a full $200 and includes an upgraded turntable, a hardshell carrying case that converts to a DJ stand, and a Jay-Z and Eminem two-CD set -- and the game, of course. Anyone have any brief first impressions? Let us know in comments.

Update: Looks like Eminem is doing more than just slapping his name on the Renegade Edition. Check out the video after the break in which he sits down to talk about the game and issues a challenge to none other than DJ Jazzy Jeff.

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Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisiondjdj heroDjHerogamemusic gameMusicGameturntableTue, 27 Oct 2009 12:48:00 EST<![CDATA[Altec Lansing Stage-Gig monitor further enforces faux rock fantasies]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/21/altec-lansing-stage-gig-monitor-further-enforces-faux-rock-fanta/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/21/altec-lansing-stage-gig-monitor-further-enforces-faux-rock-fanta/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/21/altec-lansing-stage-gig-monitor-further-enforces-faux-rock-fanta/#comments And you thought $300 fake guitars were too much? They ain't got nothing -- nothing -- on this. Altec Lansing, the outfit famous for making those tinny speakers slammed into your laptop, has just popped out what could very well be the most hilarious non-KIRF product of the year. The Stage-Gig is modeled after a traditional wedge monitor, complete with the perforated grille, white spray-paint logo and carry handle (for "authentic roadie portability"). Within, you'll find a 6.5-inch driver and a 40-watt amplifier, and the idea here is to plug your console's audio directly in, enabling the Rock Band / Guitar Hero axe-slinger in your life to feel as if they're "playing in a live concert." It'll land next month for $99.95, and despite the fact that we can't stifle our chuckling, we want one in the worst way. And so do you, Dr. Love.

[Via Electronista]

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Activision's DJ Hero controller hasn't exactly been making itself scare since its debut way back in May, but those looking for their closest look at it yet need look no further than the FCC, which recently got its hands on the device for the usual tests and dissection. Of course, there's not a whole lot of surprises to be found, but we do also get a look at a somewhat sparse but straightforward user manual, and a couple of the usual dark and dreary test setup photos, which unfortunately don't feature the FCC folks showing off their skills. Hit up the link below to check out the whole lot for yourself.

[Via Joystiq]

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Something very peculiar popped up while we were watching Kid Cudi's "Make Her Say" music video. Just as the song is winding down, Mr. Cudi (also known as Scott Mescudi) can be seen "air scratching" while someone in the above frame takes the pantomime one step further with DJ Hero's turntable peripheral. The connection runs much deeper, though: the song was produced by Kanye West, whose rise to fame arguably came when he produced Jay-Z's critically acclaimed album The Blueprint... and Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter, in turn, happens to be one of the two artists (along with Eminem) promoting DJ Hero. Funny how that works out. Video after the break, and jump to the 3:03 mark if all you really want is another glimpse of the controller.

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So how badly do you want that metallic DJ Hero turntable? The game's official website is now directing your attention to GameStop and Amazon, both of which are now accepting pre-orders for the Renegade Edition (due to launch October 27th alongside the standard bundle) for just one copper Lincoln under $200. That's a $80 premium over the regular bundle but does also include a stand / carrying case hybrid and a two-CD collection. Then again, it's also well over the cost of the entire instrument bundle for Rock Band 2 or Guitar Hero World Tour. Anyone gonna bite?

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If your virtual disc-scratching needs something a little less silver and little more dark, brooding, and bronze, Activison today announced the DJ Hero Renegade Edition bundle, which includes just such a peripheral with promised premium metal controls and finish. The full package also comes with a hardshell carrying case that doubles as a stand, and less impacting on the gameplay itself, a Jay-Z / Eminem two-CD collection with unreleased tracks and a collectible case designed by Shepard Fairey. No word on price, but if that rumored $120 tag for the standard edition pans out, you can expect to be paying a prettier penny here. Browse the new gear, including the Wii version of the standard turntable, in the gallery below.

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[Via Joystiq]

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We've already seen a bit of guitar in DJ Hero, but apparently it might not just be a one way street: Neversoft (developer of the Guitar Hero franchise for Activision) hinted to Eurogamer at E3 that they're interested in bringing the DJ Hero turntable to future versions of Guitar Hero. They also aren't ruling out the possibility of bringing drums to DJ Hero -- which seems to us an even more exciting prospect -- and we're sure in a few years time you'll be able to direct wire Activision to your bank account and fill you living room to the brim with more-or-less interoperable pretend instruments.

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With just days to go before the gaming world goes wild at E3, the hotly anticipated DJ Hero is now spinning on its very own website. Granted, a few of the sections are still labeled as "coming soon," but we're given a few more sneak peeks at the hardware, the gameplay and even a duo of handy links to pre-order it. According to listings on both GameStop and Amazon, the software and turntable are slated to ship on October 27th, with the bundle priced at $119.99 for all four of the major consoles (yes, new games are still being made for the PS2). Better still, the latter e-tailer has the Jay-Z Special Edition Bundle listed for Sony's PS3 and Nintendo's Wii, though neither of those are accompanied by MSRPs or expected ship dates. And to think, those are just two of our 99 problems...

[Thanks, Joey]

Read - DJ Hero official website
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Bedroom DJs who can't actually be bothered to, you know, mix records and such: You're gonna be thrilled by this next bit of news. According to USA Today, Jay-Z and Eminem have joined our man DJ Shadow in attaching their names (and beats) to Activision's latest. The special-edition release of DJ Hero will reportedly bundle greatest hits CDs from both artists, a limited edition controller, a "DJ stand" (whatever that is -- perhaps a gilded pedestal like the one Sven Vath performs on?) and a metal traveling case. If you're into this sort of thing, hit up the gallery of screenshots below, and do make sure you peep Shadow's lengthy interview with Game Informer, where he goes over his involvement with the project in significant detail. Trust us, it's quite a read.

Gallery: DJ Hero screenshots



[Via Joystiq]

Read - Jay-Z and Eminem spin a musical game out of 'DJ Hero'
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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisiondj herodj shadowDjHeroDjShadoweminemjay-zFri, 29 May 2009 10:43:00 EST<![CDATA[Video: First DJ Hero game trailer promises living room celebutantes]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/29/video-first-dj-hero-game-trailer-thinks-the-club-kids-originate/http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/29/video-first-dj-hero-game-trailer-thinks-the-club-kids-originate/http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/29/video-first-dj-hero-game-trailer-thinks-the-club-kids-originate/#comments The folks behind DJ Hero know something we can't even admit to ourselves: we're losers, a deep disappointment to our parents who wanted us to ride with the cool kids. That's going to change in October when DJ Hero puts us on stage with nothing but a silver thong and faux deck peripheral to bring down the house. It'll be just like hanging out with Michael Alig only without the ketamine and murder. Video of what to expect from your avatar stripper after the break.

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Video: First DJ Hero game trailer promises living room celebutantes originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 29 May 2009 03:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dj heroDjHerogamingvideoFri, 29 May 2009 03:59:00 EST<![CDATA[DJ Hero's turntable, crossfader peripheral spotted in E3 preview]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/24/dj-heros-turntable-crossfader-peripheral-spotted-in-e3-preview/http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/24/dj-heros-turntable-crossfader-peripheral-spotted-in-e3-preview/http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/24/dj-heros-turntable-crossfader-peripheral-spotted-in-e3-preview/#comments Admit it, you weren't satisfied by those initial concept images of DJ Hero's button-laden turntable. Yeah, us neither, but thanks to a screengrab reportedly from a television promo for Spike / GameTrailer's E3 2009 coverage, we've now got a brief glimpse of what Activision's peripheral looks like in physical form. In addition to getting somewhat of an idea of its size, we've also got the first peak at the crossfader attachment. No clue on if that means we'll be needing a second turntable, but with any luck we'll get to find out for ourselves early next month.

[Via Joystiq]

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DJ Hero's turntable, crossfader peripheral spotted in E3 preview originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 24 May 2009 20:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Engadget Podcast 145 - 05.08.2009 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 08 May 2009 14:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Activision just confirmed a whole lot of heroes: the long-teased DJ Hero being the most notable among them. Many trivial humans had conjectured what a "Hero"-style DJ controller would look like, and at last we have our first look (above, and there's another shot after the break). Sure, we have no idea how we're supposed to play it -- where's the whammy bar, for instance? -- but we're sure once we tape a couple of our mom's Perry Como records to the sides we'll start to get the picture. Music genres include "hip-hop, R&B, Motown, electronica and dance," and the game will allow turntablists to create "original mixes" of songs. Additionally, Activision is also prepping a family-friendly Band Hero game, and a Guitar Hero 5 followup to its flagship title, with all three new Hero games hitting sometime this fall.

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DJ Hero announced at last, along with Band Hero for the family and Guitar Hero 5 for the face melters originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 May 2009 09:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A little while back, Activision -- the fine folks responsible for bringing Guitar Hero to the world -- confirmed that it was working on a similarly named new title, DJ Hero. Well, the official site's appeared, and though it gives us no information about the actual game itself, well, you get the idea, right? Please, please let the above setup work in cooperation with Guitar Hero so that we can finally fulfill our dream of playing the part of Mr. Hahn with the rest of our band, Linkin Park.

[Thanks, John D.]

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DJ Hero's site goes live, doesn't drop any clues, beats originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 23 Mar 2009 20:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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