Xbox 360 Roadshow

The world’s most powerful next-generation gaming and entertainment experience launches in New Zealand in March with a nationwide Xbox 360 Roadtrip.

The Xbox 360 Roadtrip tours New Zealand throughout March, showcasing the next-generation gaming console in hi-definition on the giant Xbox 360 Bus.

The Bus stops off in 13 centres as it rolls across the country, with live demos, celebrity game-offs and giveaways, plus the chance to get up close and personal with Perfect Dark Zero heroine Joanna Dark – and that’s just outside the Bus.

Inside the specially-constructed Xbox 360 Bus (R16), pre-registered VIPs get priority access to a grand tour of the incredible power of Xbox 360, as well as a chance for hands-on gameplay on hi-definition Samsung screens.

Places on the Xbox 360 Roadtrip VIP list are strictly limited and work on a first-come, first-served pre-registration policy – gaming fans can sign up at www.xbox360roadtrip.co.nz.

A map on the website outlines the Xbox 360 Roadtrip route, and gamers can pre-register simply by clicking on the nexus ball next to the centre closest to them and entering their details.

Microsoft product marketing manager Tom Hunt says: “We’re so excited about Xbox 360 and the amazing line-up of games at launch, we figure there’s only one way to kick it all off – a quintessential Kiwi Roadtrip.

“Kiwis love Xbox – New Zealand has been one of the world’s most successful territories for Xbox, with more than 140,000 consoles selling to date. And because we know gaming fans don’t just live in the main centres, we’re touring the country in the giant Xbox 360 Bus, taking it to the streets to give more people the opportunity to get the Xbox 360 experience.

“The Xbox 360 Roadtrip also showcases the mind-blowing games available at launch. In addition to the incredible exclusive titles from Microsoft Game Studios, there’s a huge line-up from other publishers – I’m picking EA Sports’ Fight Night Round 3 to be a big hit.

“From Northland to the deep South, the Xbox 360 Roadtrip will be the most exciting console launch New Zealand has ever seen.”