Gears of War 2,Lips,Fable 2,Final Fantasy XIII, andFallout 3all graced the stage this year atMicrosoft’s press conference. Although all of the above will probably be excellent additions to anyone’s library, it’s important to remember the little guys. As in, the downloadable little guys. Microsoft also announced six XBLA titles available for consumption this year, with the most notorious title beingPortal: Still Alive.

Portal: Still Aliveis set to hit XBLA this fall. The teaser of the game confirmed new “test chambers” as well as exclusivity to the XBLA platform. It looks as thoughStill Alivewill probably be an expansion of the original game that we have come to love. More importantly, Achievements are confirmed! We will definitely make sure to keep you updated as an enhanced explanation of the game elements rolls in.

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It seems like another classic series is going to get a critical reboot. Namco-Bandai is behind the wheel of the sequel to the belovedGalaga,Galaga Legions. Judging from the trailer, it looks like this is going to be the new space-busting experience we have been waiting for. Especially when you consider that this is the same team that recessitated thePac-Manfranchise withPac-Man Championship Edition.Galaga Legionshas a very streamlinedGeometry Warslook, but the enemies now swirl within true 3D space. Unfortunately, it looks like your ship is still plastered to the same plane.Galaga Legionswill be out next month.

Uno Rushis going to be the flag-carrier for the freshly announced “Live party” system. It will include the usage of Avatars, as well as the new private chat system. The game appears to be the same XBLAUnowe have come to know and love, despite the crazy people that show their mug on the camera. Speaking of which, Xbox Live Vision support has been confirmed for the new version. As for the multiplayer component ofUno Rush, two-player co-op will be available, along with the opportunity to win real prizes like Microsoft points and accessories.

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Hit the break for the three teasers and look below for a batch of screenshots. Give me an idea of what you think. Are these the kinds of games that you want to see from XBLA? Are you finding yourself humming the “Cake is a Lie” already?

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