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Game Inspiring Rock Star Wannabes (video)

Washington VC — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:02:12 +0000

The ‘Guitar Hero’ video game is bridging the gap between young and old players.

X3O voted Best Place for Kids’ Parties

Washington VC — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 15:58:45 +0000

Once a year Bethesda Magazine, a prominent regional magazine, allows their readers to nominate and vote for the “Best…” of that year in a variety of categories. X3O is honored to have been voted the “Best place for kids’ parties” in 2007. You can check out the entire “Best Of…” series in the January/February 2008 issue of Bethesda Magazine.

Directly quoted from the Bethesda Magazine: January/February 2008 Issue, Page 84:
“Today’s tech-savvy kids prefer computer games to magicians and balloons. That’s where X3O Gaming Center (11640 Rockville Pike, Rockville, 301-816-9055, www.x3o-gaming.com) comes into play. The two-year-old establishment offers all-inclusive packages that include 2 1/2 hours of game time on the PCs or Xbox 360s linked to 50-inch HDTVs, access to more then 100 video games, pizza, drinks and a dedicated staff member who provides advice and instruction to help party-goers get the most out of their gaming experience.

The age range for parties is typically 7 to 14, although X3O has hosted parties for 5- and 6- year-olds. For a party of 10 to 15 kids, the cost ranges from $250 to $325.

‘A lot of our birthday parties are referrals because the kids have such a great time when they’re here,’ says Nick Fitzsimmons, Manager of Marketing. Fitzsimmons says X3O has the quietest parties around because ‘the kids are concentrating and not running around.’”

You can find out more information about Bethesda Magazine by visit www.bethesdamagazine.com.

‘Manhunt 2′ Video Game Released (video)

Washington VC — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 20:45:13 +0000

It’s called ‘Manhunt 2′ and is rated ‘M’ for mature ages 17 and up. But many parents fear the violent new game will reach younger children as well.

District-area investment firm applies keiretsu strategy

Washington VC — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:08:21 +0000

Corporate talk of synergy and relationship-building can be found just about everywhere you go, but the Bethesda-based investment firm WashingtonVC’s work moves beyond catch phrases.

Business combines tech, training and gaming

Washington VC — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:06:48 +0000

A Rockville company is maximizing its return by turning its training site for technology neophytes into a haven for late-night Guitar Heroes.