XBConnect

[Jared Moya]

XBConnect – Free Global Gaming Networks (1 in a series)

XBConnect is one of several FREE, LEGAL, programs out there that allow you to essentially connect your game console to the internet and play against users worldwide. Instead of having to subscribe to your consoles fee-based network, users are connected to one another using a PC program that creates an alternate network for gamers to play against one another. Although platforms and game titles are sometimes limited based on the gaming network you use, for those on either tight budgets, or simply of tight wallets, one is provided with an alternative to the established fee-based networks that are out there.

The first gaming network I want to discuss here is XBConnect (http://www.xbconnect.com/). It currently supports both the XBOX and PSP handheld console with an average of 5,000 users, 1,727 currently connected as I speak, for the XBOX, and well, a handful for the PSP, and works by tricking your console into thinking that it is connected to a local area network(LAN). Supported game titles can sometimes be limited depending on time and day of use (see http://www.xbconnect.com/index.php?topic=SupportedGames), but again, for

those looking for alternatives to XBOX Live, etc., or simply want extra money for beer, cigarettes, hookers, or whatever vice in your leisure, XBConnect merits a closer look.

To get started, first simply download the browser and install onto your PC. After creating a login and password combo, login and select the desired platform. Host
and user population statistics will appear in the center, with game selections available on the left.

The next step is to connect your game console to the PC (for network configurations and router assistance see http://www.xbconnect.com/xbchelp/router/), and let it search for the linked games selected on XBConnect.

Overall, the program is not bad, and more importantly, it is FREE. Is free ever bad?


NEXT REVIEW: Free Global Gaming Networks Revisited – “Xlink Kai, bringing together Xbox, PS2, GC, and PSP in one integrated community.” (http://www.teamxlink.co.uk/)

SOULXTC


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[deshman]

wow, i didn't think zeropaid would turn into a mini xbox-scene

[Krell]

wow, i didn't think zeropaid would turn into a mini xbox-scene

Especially with all the PS3 and nanobot diatribe.


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[Jared Moya]

Im big into xbox, if u have any have q/a's, info, etc., let me know.

[Digital Bliss]

Good tutorial for those who dont know what it is

[Jared Moya]

The best is how the new XBConnect update allows for PSP use as well. And better yet, FREE. XBOX Live on top of everything else these days (Ahem GAS). Bills add up quick.

[shawners]

Can play Halo multiplayer too . Also any burnt game so i heard.

[Jared Moya]

Yes, will play any burnt game, as well as supports HDD games as well. Doesnt match serials like XBOX Live as is entirely different protocol

[black_magiic]

damn another reason I should get an xbox

[ThePillarOfAutumn]

I had this way way back when HALO 1 was out. Stayed up really late playing halo mutiplayer on it. It was awsome. Just like Halo 2 is now on LIVE.

I have LIVE so i havent gone back to XBconnect since halo 2 came out.

I recommend this to anyone not willing to pay for live or anyone with modded boxes and back ups.

[Jared Moya]

Modded consoles, backed up games, or HDD game setup are the biggest reasons that make it such a cool program

[black_magiic]

is there any method for controlling cheating on this thing?

[Jorge]

i am going to try this with my PSP and see how it goes.

[Jorge]

So i got it up and running, it took a while but once i leared how the program worked it was a breeze to setup. The only problem is, there are ZERO psp players are there now! So i am stuck unable to play... so i guess i will leave my server on and see what happens.

[Jared Moya]

From what I understand the PSP capability is fairly new, so users may still be unfamiliar with XBConnects ability to support the new PSP console.

As far as player cheating, I've never encountered it, but it is possible from what I understand. There is a mechanism to ban or "kick" users from the user groups though, so if its suspected they get "kicked" from the user groups. Like the old Battlefield 1942 for PC, if u ever played it.............