Rumors came out last week pointing to the release info for Project Natal, which included the margin, the price, even a number of launch titles to be available. When asked for comment, Xbox UK exec Neil Thompson flatly dismissed the rumors, saying they "weren't accurate" and that the kitchen's still cooking as far as the Natal release is concerned.

We didn't think there could be any bigger news this week than the release of Modern Warfare 2. Apparently, we were all wrong. Dead wrong. Modern Warfare 2's thunder-stealer: Microsoft's banhammer.

Major Nelson has announced that by next week, all Xbox Live users will be able to start enjoying the new social networking apps being added to the Dashboard. More after the jump.

British MPs are apparently not impressed with Activision's Modern Warfare 2 (PC, PS3 and Xbox 360). Keith Vaz, noted anti-game politician, has made comments about the game to the Daily Mail, saying he is "absolutely shocked" at the game's violence.

To ensure that users get an age-appropriate environment, Microsoft has decided that the Twitter, Facebook, and Last.fm features soon-to-come on Xbox Live will be restricted to Xbox Live Gold users aged 18 and above. Minors, don't worry. Microsoft is now working on a patch to let you guys use the features, provided that your parents approve, that is.

The 2009 Today's Gamers International Survey reveals a fact that has been pretty obvious for quite a while now: more and more US citizens consider playing video games as their primary past time.

Microsoft has completed another system update, and those connected to Xbox Live should be prompted to accept the mandatory update any time now, if they haven't gotten it already. Hold yer horses, though, young'un, this ranch ain't ridin' them fancy Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm, and Zune features just yet.

If there's anyone in the industry with such vocal, unwavering loyalty and confidence in his brand, it's Aaron Greenberg. Leave it to Microsoft's director of product management to turn an interview into an elaborate sales pitch. Despite the Xbox 360's current position in the sales department, Greenberg remains absolutely confident that they will still come out on top.

A lot of people got all excited when Microsoft announced Facebook and Twitter integration back in E3. A few months and a couple of firmware updates later, Microsoft is ready to bring those features into Xbox Live - at least for the UK.

Infinity Ward kept it a surprise, and it's pleasant enough for all Modern Warfare 2 (Xbox 360, PS3, and PC) fans! The team has updated their official website, and soon, we'll all be able to gain entry to the Expanded IW community.