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There are probably a few miffed fans of the first Xbox 360 Scene-it? title who are still waiting for their DLC that never came (and never will). Instead, Microsoft crafted a sequel with the sub-head Box Office Smash that adds everything the original should have had, including DLC updates.

Given the release date of this sequel, BOS becomes the first game to offer Avatar support in conjunction with NXE. Obviously this adds a small personal touch to what can become an addictive and competitive experience amongst friends.

That’s a nice touch, but nowhere near as huge as online play. Four players can battle it out online in a movie geek trivia fest, a feature sorely lacking in the original. Games are easy to set up and play, and the numerous options ensures everyone will have enough time to complete a game.

For those who are still not in the know, Scene-it? delivers a wide array of trivia questions to a group of up to four people. There’s a strong variation in how the questions are presented, including the superb new addition of Pixel Flicks, new to BOS. Each question earns points, and bonus points are handed out at the end of each round. Later rounds may actually take away points for wrong answers, increasing the tension of this rapid fire trivia experience.

Visually, not much has changed. Movie clips, despite the exaggerated claims of Microsoft, are not presented in hi-def. The game can be purchased with four big button controllers or separately for those who already purchased the original. It should be noted the controllers are not necessary, and it’s just as easy to play with the standard controller. A dongle must be attached to use the big button controllers, irritating to say the least.

Since DLC is already available, BOS will certainly have more life than its predecessor. While both versions have some value, BOS has the inclusion of online play, making it easier to get together with gaming friends for some relaxing competition. That alone is probably worth the upgrade for many, and there’s no chance to be burned by a lack of new content too. This is a no-brainer for any movie fan.

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