Those unable to attend this year’s Microsoft’s press conference, which takes place just prior to the start of E3 next month, don’t have to miss a second of the action. Microsoft has agreed to a deal for the 90-minute long event to be broadcast live on Spike TV.
Xbox 360: The Future Revealed, as it’ll be called on television, will air without commercial interruption. This is the event where Microsoft traditionally makes all of its major E3 announcements, so any word about a price drop, new game reveals, or anything of the sort are likely to be shown on TV. (Last year’s highlights included the Xbox 360 redesign, Kinect’s release date, and ESPN support on Xbox Live.) The media briefing will also be aired online so that you can watch it on your computer, iPhone, iPad, and so on, according to the show’s host, Geoff Keighley. Additionally, it’ll be offered on demand through Xbox Live.
A press release only mentions Gears of War 3 and Forza Motorsport 4 by name; there was no teasing of secret announcements. It’s said that “the latest in innovation for Kinect” will be revealed, which fits in with a rumor from earlier today that indicated we’ll be seeing at least 10 new Kinect games announced, including some for the hardcore.
