Electronic Entertainment Expo 2013

Xbox One E3 showing will 'get it right,' assures Microsoft exec

Microsoft executive Aaron Greenberg has further reiterated that the company's E3 2013 press conference will shed light on many gamers' issues and concerns surrounding the recently unveiled Xbox One.

Since the console's unveiling last week gamers have questioned the Xbox One's handling of preowned software, the privacy implications of its always-connected Kinect peripheral, and the company's decision to leave the bulk of its gaming announcements until E3 2013 in June.

Greenberg, who serves as Microsoft's chief of staff for interactive entertainment business, took to Twitter (via OXM) in response to a complaint about the Xbox One needing to check-in online. "A lot of assumptions but very little based on facts," he said. "We will share more at E3. We will get it right."

Responding to a comment questioning the mood at Microsoft's Redmond HQ, Greenberg responded by saying the "mood is positive, good to be able to start sharing what we are doing. But too many details to cover in one day. Stay tuned."

When asked if Microsoft will showcase indie developers at E3, Greenberg pledged that "our team loves indie devs too" and that fans needn't worry.

RealGunner wrote:Do you know when the Sony presser is ?

RealGunner wrote:Really hope we get some massive surprises in terms of games.

VendettaRed07 wrote:



The voice actor of Ryo Hazuki in the shenmue series posted these pictures on twitter the other day.. hinting at an e3 reveal..

This also feeds the fire to the Shenmue 3 rumors that got started with this picture a few months ago



Shenmue 3 on the ps4?! GTF IN.

(Also, When Shenmue 2 came out Arsenal won the league, if this happens, Arsenal to win the PL in 2014? )

Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag™, Rayman Legends®, South Park™: The Stick of Truth™, Tom Clancy’s® Splinter Cell Blacklist™, Watch Dogs™ and More On Display


Montreal —May 29, 2013 — Today, Ubisoft revealed its lineup of titles for what the company expects to be one of the most significant editions of the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in years. At 3 p.m. PDT on June 10, Ubisoft leads off with an invitation-only media briefing at the Los Angeles Theatre that will feature first looks at Ubisoft’s upcoming lineup, including exclusive next-generation games, innovative editions of popular franchises and new brands and titles.


Following the press conference, E3 attendees can visit Ubisoft’s booth (#1023 situated in the South Hall at the Los Angeles Convention Center) to check out a number of highly anticipated games, including Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag, Rayman Legends, South Park™: The Stick of Truth™, Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Blacklist, Watch Dogs and more. Throughout the week, there also will be a number of special guests and live performances at the booth.


“This is a pivotal moment for the video game industry, and E3 is the opportunity for us to share our vision for the future,” said Yves Guillemot, co-founder and CEO, Ubisoft, “We have many incredible games in development, and we’re especially excited to share more on our next-gen titles, which will deliver more connected, immersive and interactive experiences to our fans.”


As the industry transitions to a new console cycle, past market trends and Ubisoft’s internal estimates indicate that within two years the next-gen consoles’ installed base could double that of the previous generation over a comparable period. Ubisoft’s cross-studio collaboration structure allowed the company’s creative teams to get an early start on the transition, with next-gen games like Watch Dogs already scheduled for release this year and more next-gen titles to be announced during E3.

In addition to its E3 activities, Ubisoft is creating the Uplay Lounge, a space near the Los Angeles Convention Center designed to give select Uplay members hands-on experience with Ubisoft’s E3 lineup and the opportunity to discuss their favorite titles with members of Ubisoft’s development teams. Uplay® will have pre-show coverage and a live broadcast of Ubisoft’s media briefing.

Ubisoft’s media briefing will also be available to watch live or on demand on Ubisoft’s YouTube channel and press partners are welcome to embed the YouTube live video feed on their site using the embed link. All of Ubisoft’s videos and trailers will be available on YouTube.

Major Nelson says Microsoft is putting together a definitive list of answers to lingering Xbox One questions, and that "they look pretty good."

Microsoft has said it is "listening" to the various complaints and concerns surrounding the unveiling of its next-generation Xbox One console last week.

Microsoft spokesperson Larry "Major Nelson" Hyrb said that Microsoft is readying up a series of answers relating to key concerns over DRM, the need for the console to check-in online, and a perceived lack of focus from Microsoft on gaming.

Responding to a critical statement on Twitter, Hyrb said that "I am working on rounding up answers, and they look pretty good. Once I have them all I'll make a post."

"And yes, we are listening," he asserted.

Many core questions about the nature of the Xbox One currently remain unanswered by Microsoft at this point, though the company has repeatedly assured gamers to wait for E3. The company earlier this week tried to calm fears about users' privacy surrounding the Xbox One's new Kinect sensor.

Last week Hryb said that "reports about our policies for trade in and resale are inaccurate and incomplete. We will disclose more information in the near future." A previous report had said Microsoft and the original publisher will receive a cut of every used game sold in stores.