Alcohol: The Real Gamer Fuel
Loot Ninja writes:
"For me, drinking and video games go hand in hand on Friday and Saturday night. We all do it. We start out in our younger years as small kids drinking juice boxes before the next level of Sonic. We graduated up to soda as we got older before taking on that next passenger in Crazy Taxi. So as an "adult" (I use that term loosely when referring to myself) we carry the torch into alcoholic beverages, mixing them in with our video game time. It can be fun times, or it can totally fuck up your game save forever. Here are a few tips with New Year's coming up to help you stay up late and get your game on."
Kamis, 31 Desember 2009
So Wake Up Hardcore Gamers, Wake Up And Smell The Ashes
A unique view on Natal and its impact on hardcore gaming. Gamersworldbd.com writes: Ah, we all remember that line as the G-man ushered us into a new era of FPS games, or more commonly known as Half Life 2. Will Natal do the same?
A unique view on Natal and its impact on hardcore gaming. Gamersworldbd.com writes: Ah, we all remember that line as the G-man ushered us into a new era of FPS games, or more commonly known as Half Life 2. Will Natal do the same?
Guilty Gear Coming To PS3 And Xbox 360
Guilty Gear Coming To PS3 And Xbox 360
Is Natal Being Over Hyped?
Koku Gamer writes: "Ever since Project Natal was first introduced at E3 2009, many industry watchers started to anticipate the peripheral. Big networks likes NBC and Fox even showed the device off. The Jimmy Fallon show had Kudo from Microsoft even demonstrate the hardware working with Burnout Paradise; it looked very solid and ready to be used for a wide audience. The technology was convincing and even made some of us that didn't believe the technology would work change our minds about the device. NBC featuring such a device surely helped the hype as millions (probably more like thousands since it's Jimmy Fallon) saw Natal in use. Does it seem that Microsoft is doing too much too early?"
Arc System Works has had success with their new BlazBlue series but they haven't abandoned their other fighting series, Guilty Gear .
Is Natal Being Over Hyped?
Koku Gamer writes: "Ever since Project Natal was first introduced at E3 2009, many industry watchers started to anticipate the peripheral. Big networks likes NBC and Fox even showed the device off. The Jimmy Fallon show had Kudo from Microsoft even demonstrate the hardware working with Burnout Paradise; it looked very solid and ready to be used for a wide audience. The technology was convincing and even made some of us that didn't believe the technology would work change our minds about the device. NBC featuring such a device surely helped the hype as millions (probably more like thousands since it's Jimmy Fallon) saw Natal in use. Does it seem that Microsoft is doing too much too early?"
Rabu, 30 Desember 2009
Rock Band Kicks Off 2010 with Paul McCartney, Blink-182, The Ramones and The Psychedelic Furs
Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that a three pack of songs from Paul McCartney’s new live album, a three pack of songs from Blink-182 and singles from The Psychedelic Furs and The Ramones will be added next week to the Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii
Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that a three pack of songs from Paul McCartney’s new live album, a three pack of songs from Blink-182 and singles from The Psychedelic Furs and The Ramones will be added next week to the Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii
Capcom USA decides if SF3 3s is re-released
Capcom Vice President, Christian Svensson, answered a few questions on the Unity Boards about a potential re-release of Street Fighter 3 Third Strike and he also covered one other question that came up.
Capcom Vice President, Christian Svensson, answered a few questions on the Unity Boards about a potential re-release of Street Fighter 3 Third Strike and he also covered one other question that came up.
Love/hate: Being a girl gamer
Destructoid writes: I really dislike the term "Girl Gamer" though mostly because I'm 47 and it's been a long, long time since I was called a "girl". I'm a gamer and I happen to be female. That being said, since joining the world of gaming communities, I've come to detest many of the stereotypes of female gamers.
I hate that they create a stereotype that makes it more difficult for the average female gamer to game online or join gaming communities without getting sexually harassed because apparently all girls game naked and we use controllers for bras. I hate that so many "top 10 female gamers" or "gamer girl" contests are based entirely on the quality of those slutty pictures and have little to do with their gaming skills.
But I love that things have changed and are changing. I love that being a female who games is becoming more "normal" and not an oddity, an anomaly, or a potential opportunity for hot PSN cam sex. I like that both males and females are less often stereotyped and that the gaming industry is starting to see that playing the "hot girl" marketing card isn't working as well any more. I like that the diversity that are real people and gamers is starting to show on gaming sites.
Destructoid writes: I really dislike the term "Girl Gamer" though mostly because I'm 47 and it's been a long, long time since I was called a "girl". I'm a gamer and I happen to be female. That being said, since joining the world of gaming communities, I've come to detest many of the stereotypes of female gamers.
I hate that they create a stereotype that makes it more difficult for the average female gamer to game online or join gaming communities without getting sexually harassed because apparently all girls game naked and we use controllers for bras. I hate that so many "top 10 female gamers" or "gamer girl" contests are based entirely on the quality of those slutty pictures and have little to do with their gaming skills.
But I love that things have changed and are changing. I love that being a female who games is becoming more "normal" and not an oddity, an anomaly, or a potential opportunity for hot PSN cam sex. I like that both males and females are less often stereotyped and that the gaming industry is starting to see that playing the "hot girl" marketing card isn't working as well any more. I like that the diversity that are real people and gamers is starting to show on gaming sites.
Naughty Dog: A lot to get out of PS3 hardware
Naughty Dog: A lot to get out of PS3 hardware
Mega Man fan movie trailer
Remember the Zelda Fan movie trailer, well there's a new one for Mega Man classic (Rock) from Platinum Cinema, via Twitchfilm.
GameZone Looks Back on 2009 and Takes a Peek at 2010
It was a great year for innovation and titles; but the coming year could be even better
When Naughty Dog launched Uncharted 2: Among Thieves in October, gamers around the world were amazed at the graphical presentation Naughty Dog was able to create.
Mega Man fan movie trailer
Remember the Zelda Fan movie trailer, well there's a new one for Mega Man classic (Rock) from Platinum Cinema, via Twitchfilm.
GameZone Looks Back on 2009 and Takes a Peek at 2010
It was a great year for innovation and titles; but the coming year could be even better
Selasa, 29 Desember 2009
2009: The Last Days of the Japanese RPG?
Where have the vital Japanese role-playing games gone? If 2009 was a bad year for the game industry, it was even worse for the heart-sick JRPG fan. Game Developer magazine's production editorand committed JRPG scholarJeff Fleming looks back at the past year of Japanese RPG releases in North America, and finds troubling signs of a genre in decline.
Where have the vital Japanese role-playing games gone? If 2009 was a bad year for the game industry, it was even worse for the heart-sick JRPG fan. Game Developer magazine's production editorand committed JRPG scholarJeff Fleming looks back at the past year of Japanese RPG releases in North America, and finds troubling signs of a genre in decline.
Gameday: Top 10 video games of 2009
Gameday: Top 10 video games of 2009
With 2009 drawing to a close, we thought it was important to put down our PS3 controller -- and stop playing Modern Warfare 2's brilliant online multi-player mode -- just long enough to reflect on the best games we played over the year.
PlayStation 3 dominates best games in 2009
PlayStation 3 dominates best games in 2009
Insider's Guide to Maximizing Game Trade-In Values at Gamestop and Other Retailers
Bright Hub writes: "One of the most disappointing things during my time as a store manager for the country's largest video game retailer was constantly seeing customers receive depressingly small amounts of credit for the games they traded in. I understand that the company has a right to make money, but we as consumers don't have to automatically accept whatever price the clerk behind the counter quotes us. There are ways to increase the amount you get for your games.
Now, I'm not talking about anything illegal or unscrupulous. I'm merely saying that there are perfectly acceptable ways to manipulate the system to ensure you get the highest possible value for your trade
ins. I used these methods to ensure that I always had enough credit to pick up those hot upcoming games, and in the interest of improving the lives of gamers everywhere, I'm passing on a few of my favorites."
Paul McCartney Brings Live Tracks To Rock Band
Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that a three pack of songs from Paul McCartney’s latest live album will soon be added to the Rock Band Music Store and LEGO Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii
For Sony and its powerful PlayStation 3, it was better late than never. While the video game console came out three years ago along with Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's Wii, this year the PS3 finally started releasing games worthy of the system's power.
Insider's Guide to Maximizing Game Trade-In Values at Gamestop and Other Retailers
Bright Hub writes: "One of the most disappointing things during my time as a store manager for the country's largest video game retailer was constantly seeing customers receive depressingly small amounts of credit for the games they traded in. I understand that the company has a right to make money, but we as consumers don't have to automatically accept whatever price the clerk behind the counter quotes us. There are ways to increase the amount you get for your games.
Now, I'm not talking about anything illegal or unscrupulous. I'm merely saying that there are perfectly acceptable ways to manipulate the system to ensure you get the highest possible value for your trade
ins. I used these methods to ensure that I always had enough credit to pick up those hot upcoming games, and in the interest of improving the lives of gamers everywhere, I'm passing on a few of my favorites."
Paul McCartney Brings Live Tracks To Rock Band
Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that a three pack of songs from Paul McCartney’s latest live album will soon be added to the Rock Band Music Store and LEGO Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii
Senin, 28 Desember 2009
Top 5 Video Game Wall of Shamers for 2009
Top 5 Video Game Wall of Shamers for 2009
How about a little "humbug" to ring in the holidays? 2009 was the usual mix of "best and worst of times," another year to celebrate games like Uncharted 2 and Torchlight and Assassin's Creed 2 ...and grouse about others like Stalin vs.
Zelda : A link to the past voted as best game ever by French journalists
JVN.com has asked 30 French journalists from 8 different videogames magazines to chose their favorite games ever. The whole top 100 has been revealed today and #1 is The Legend of Zelda : A link to the past.
Here is the top 5 :
#1 The Legend of Zelda : A Link to the Past
#2 Half-Life
#3 Resident Evil
#4 Super Mario 64
#5 Metal Gear Solid
JVN.com has asked 30 French journalists from 8 different videogames magazines to chose their favorite games ever. The whole top 100 has been revealed today and #1 is The Legend of Zelda : A link to the past.
Here is the top 5 :
#1 The Legend of Zelda : A Link to the Past
#2 Half-Life
#3 Resident Evil
#4 Super Mario 64
#5 Metal Gear Solid
Panzer Dragoon â€" Sequel, Spin Off, Start Over or Stay Dead?
Welcome to this week's, "Sequel, Spin Off, Start Over or Stay Dead?" Each week Diehard GameFAN is going to look at a dormant franchise that was once pretty popular, but for some reason has disappeared into the sands of time. Diehard GameFAN staffers will have four options for what they want to have happen to the series and you can see them in the title of this piece.
Today's franchise is arguably the best of the 32 bit generation. All three games released during this time were considered system sellers in regards to the Sega Saturn. The third game in the series is almost always listed as one of the best role playing games ever made and the eventual fourth game in the series won our 2003 XBOX Exclusive Game of the Year Award. It's been nearly seven years since a Panzer Dragoon game has graced a system, unless you count the Sega Ages game for the Playstation 2. Panzer Dragoon Saga is one of the most expensive and sought after games on the used game market and the series is nearly universally loved by gamers and critics alike. However, since purchasing Sega, Sammy has allowed the series to go dormant for nearly a decade. Is there still life in one of Sega's biggest IP's? Eight members of the Diehard GameFAN staff discusses their thoughts on what should be done with the franchise.
Welcome to this week's, "Sequel, Spin Off, Start Over or Stay Dead?" Each week Diehard GameFAN is going to look at a dormant franchise that was once pretty popular, but for some reason has disappeared into the sands of time. Diehard GameFAN staffers will have four options for what they want to have happen to the series and you can see them in the title of this piece.
Today's franchise is arguably the best of the 32 bit generation. All three games released during this time were considered system sellers in regards to the Sega Saturn. The third game in the series is almost always listed as one of the best role playing games ever made and the eventual fourth game in the series won our 2003 XBOX Exclusive Game of the Year Award. It's been nearly seven years since a Panzer Dragoon game has graced a system, unless you count the Sega Ages game for the Playstation 2. Panzer Dragoon Saga is one of the most expensive and sought after games on the used game market and the series is nearly universally loved by gamers and critics alike. However, since purchasing Sega, Sammy has allowed the series to go dormant for nearly a decade. Is there still life in one of Sega's biggest IP's? Eight members of the Diehard GameFAN staff discusses their thoughts on what should be done with the franchise.
Top Ten: More Game Titles That Sound Like Porn Titles
A great title is a definite asset to a game, as nobody wants to be stuck with the opposite. But sometimes, in the search for that "perfect title" a loss of irony, double entendre, or common sense can result in these very unfortunate game titles. I had a lot of fun looking for these, and noticed that without trying I mostly found Sega Titles, who knew Sega was this perverted! As always, these are in no particular order.
A great title is a definite asset to a game, as nobody wants to be stuck with the opposite. But sometimes, in the search for that "perfect title" a loss of irony, double entendre, or common sense can result in these very unfortunate game titles. I had a lot of fun looking for these, and noticed that without trying I mostly found Sega Titles, who knew Sega was this perverted! As always, these are in no particular order.
Inafune on Mega Man 3D games
Top 5 PSN games released in 2009 for Playstation 3
Inafune on Mega Man 3D games
Mega Man creator Keiji Inafune has provided his thoughts on future 3D games in the series.
The Playstation 3 had a banner year in 2009 thanks largely in part to the much-improved Playstation Store.
Inafune on Mega Man 3D games
Mega Man creator Keiji Inafune has provided his thoughts on future 3D games in the series.
Minggu, 27 Desember 2009
Top 10 Games this Decade which made Us say: WOW (GamingBolt)
The winner of this award is very surprising indeed. Check it out folks.
The winner of this award is very surprising indeed. Check it out folks.
Gold PS3 "world's most expensive console"
Gold PS3 "world's most expensive console"
The Top 15 Most Influential Video Games Of The Decade
Here is a listing of the top 15 most influential video games of the decade and the reasons why.
Halo (2001)Nintendo's Goldeneye 007 was the game that took multiplayer first-person shooting on game consoles and made it mainstream. But it was Halo that truly rallied the troops. When the futuristic shooter debuted alongside the Xbox in 2001, its well-tuned controls made Halo the rallying point for a new generation of gamers. Of course, the tangle of CAT-5 cables at every Halo LAN party was also ground zero for the culture of frat-boy gamers that plague Xbox Live. You win some, you lose some.
For some people though Blu-ray playback just isn't enough... and so they stick 200,000 on one of these bad boys... Billed as "the world's most expensive games console", professional bling-ing company, Stuart Hughes is offering a PlayStation 3 'Supreme' reformed with 1,600 grams of solid 22ct gold.
The Top 15 Most Influential Video Games Of The Decade
Here is a listing of the top 15 most influential video games of the decade and the reasons why.
Halo (2001)Nintendo's Goldeneye 007 was the game that took multiplayer first-person shooting on game consoles and made it mainstream. But it was Halo that truly rallied the troops. When the futuristic shooter debuted alongside the Xbox in 2001, its well-tuned controls made Halo the rallying point for a new generation of gamers. Of course, the tangle of CAT-5 cables at every Halo LAN party was also ground zero for the culture of frat-boy gamers that plague Xbox Live. You win some, you lose some.
Sony PS3 Supreme is the worlda s most expensive PS3 at $320,000
Sony PS3 Supreme is the worlda s most expensive PS3 at $320,000
MechWarrior: Living Legends Beta 1.0 Released to Public
MechWarrior Living Legends a total conversion mod for Crysis has been officially released to the public in beta form and is ready for download to the general Public.
You can call him King Midas or Santa Clause, but Stuart Hughes is on a blinging spree with one more addition to his list of products that fall in the category of Most Expensive.
MechWarrior: Living Legends Beta 1.0 Released to Public
MechWarrior Living Legends a total conversion mod for Crysis has been officially released to the public in beta form and is ready for download to the general Public.
Sabtu, 26 Desember 2009
GameTrailers Game of the Year 2009: Most Disappointing Game
GameTrailers: "Which game drew in the most attention only to achieve epic failure?"
GameTrailers: "Which game drew in the most attention only to achieve epic failure?"
Creepy Schoolgirl Massage Parlour Based Off LOVE PLUS Opens In Japan
Wii, Xbox 360, PS3...Oh My
Creepy Schoolgirl Massage Parlour Based Off LOVE PLUS Opens In Japan
Remember the Nintendo DS dating sim, LOVE PLUS? No? The story of the Japanese man who married a LOVE PLUS game character might jump your memory.
Well, a massage parlour based on the game (also aptly named LOVE PLUS) has recently been opened in Japan. The employees are all women who dress as Japanese schoolgirls and pretend to be the game's characters while giving customers their massages.
The parlour's main website explicitely states that customers are not allowed to ask for employees to undress or perform sexual favours, though they did mention that customers are guaranteed 200% satisfaction. Seriously. They actually had to warn against that.
This game sure brings out the, uh, strangeness in people.
As 2009 draws to a close, gamers everywhere are flocking to see the chart topping games of the past year.
Creepy Schoolgirl Massage Parlour Based Off LOVE PLUS Opens In Japan
Remember the Nintendo DS dating sim, LOVE PLUS? No? The story of the Japanese man who married a LOVE PLUS game character might jump your memory.
Well, a massage parlour based on the game (also aptly named LOVE PLUS) has recently been opened in Japan. The employees are all women who dress as Japanese schoolgirls and pretend to be the game's characters while giving customers their massages.
The parlour's main website explicitely states that customers are not allowed to ask for employees to undress or perform sexual favours, though they did mention that customers are guaranteed 200% satisfaction. Seriously. They actually had to warn against that.
This game sure brings out the, uh, strangeness in people.
PS3/X360/PC Review'James Cameron's Avatar: The Game'
PS3/X360/PC Review'James Cameron's Avatar: The Game'
Experts Say Video Game Numbers May Decline
Electronic Entertainment Design and Research has some startling news. EEDAR's Jesse Divnich believes that a number of factors are going to cause the number of retail games to drop over the next few years.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 25
GameZone names its top title in a glorious decade of gaming
Platform : Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo DS, PSP, PC Genre: Action Publisher: Ubisoft Developer: Ubisoft Release Date: Dec.
Experts Say Video Game Numbers May Decline
Electronic Entertainment Design and Research has some startling news. EEDAR's Jesse Divnich believes that a number of factors are going to cause the number of retail games to drop over the next few years.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 25
GameZone names its top title in a glorious decade of gaming
Jumat, 25 Desember 2009
And the Winner is…(GamingBolt Editor's Choice Awards)
GB writes: "Alright guys and gals it is time to announce the Editor's Choice Game of the Year winners. It has been a great year with many great games emptying our wallets. It was hard to narrow down what game really stood out among this year's many releases and here is what the Gaming Bolt staff believes are the top games of the year in the following categories."
GB writes: "Alright guys and gals it is time to announce the Editor's Choice Game of the Year winners. It has been a great year with many great games emptying our wallets. It was hard to narrow down what game really stood out among this year's many releases and here is what the Gaming Bolt staff believes are the top games of the year in the following categories."
VIDEO: PS3's Sodium One shown off in swish demo video
VIDEO: PS3's Sodium One shown off in swish demo video
Sodium One is an extension to the Playstation Home social gaming environment. Users can step into a Sodium "Teleporter" located in the PlayStation Home Central Plaza, and they'll be whisked over to a brand new area with more social games set in a technological future, themed around a battle between harmony with the environment and survival.
Sony's PlayStation 3 got sales boost from Final Fantasy XIII
Sony's PlayStation 3 got sales boost from Final Fantasy XIII
ResumePlay: Modern Warfare 2 Multiplayer: Epic or Epic Fail?
ResumePlay writes, "I love the FPS genre and Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is my favorite game to date. So why are so many people (including myself) angry about some of the changes made to Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer? Hit the jump for the major complaints I have and have heard from other players in the Xbox Live community."
December 24, 2009, 09:40 PM- Sony's PlayStation 3 got a boost from last week's launch of "Final Fantasy XIII" as Japanese consumers snapped up special-edition consoles to give the PS3 its best week since a relaunch several months ago, according to data released on Friday.
ResumePlay: Modern Warfare 2 Multiplayer: Epic or Epic Fail?
ResumePlay writes, "I love the FPS genre and Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is my favorite game to date. So why are so many people (including myself) angry about some of the changes made to Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer? Hit the jump for the major complaints I have and have heard from other players in the Xbox Live community."
Kamis, 24 Desember 2009
The PS3 Gift Guide
The PS3 Gift Guide
2010 Preview Spectacular: Part Two
Game Force 4: Part Two of 2010's preview special. This time, staff writer Prince of Lies takes on a survival horror game, a first person shooter and a 2-D/3-D action game.
It's been a banner year for the PlayStation 3. With a new version of the console out and an incredible games lineup, the PS3 has more momentum than ever.
2010 Preview Spectacular: Part Two
Game Force 4: Part Two of 2010's preview special. This time, staff writer Prince of Lies takes on a survival horror game, a first person shooter and a 2-D/3-D action game.
Gamers' Guide to GrubPwning Pot Roast
Demand Rising for Sony's PS3
2009: The Year of the Sequel
Dave Whitelaw of TheGameReviews writes about the many video game sequels that have been released in 2009 and their commercial successes or lack of them, while highlighting the best examples of innovation and originality to come out of the year.
Gamers' Guide to GrubPwning Pot Roast
More kitchen ideas for gamers
Demand is picking up for Sony's PlayStation 3. I'm Fred Fishkin with technology BootCamp, a report on gadgets and gear.
2009: The Year of the Sequel
Dave Whitelaw of TheGameReviews writes about the many video game sequels that have been released in 2009 and their commercial successes or lack of them, while highlighting the best examples of innovation and originality to come out of the year.
Gamers' Guide to GrubPwning Pot Roast
More kitchen ideas for gamers
Rabu, 23 Desember 2009
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 23
How to play Minis on your PS3: a Halfbrick tutorial
Where Are the Xbox 3, Playstation 4 And Wii 2?
Did you realize that the Xbox 360 is now four-years-old? I sure didn't until recently, and that got me to wondering just when might we start seeing the next generation of gaming consoles roll out.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 23
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
The process of finding new and old Minis to play on your PS3 system couldn't be simpler; but, just in case you're a little baffled by firmware 3.15 , Minis developer Halfbrick has created a tutorial video explaining the process.
Where Are the Xbox 3, Playstation 4 And Wii 2?
Did you realize that the Xbox 360 is now four-years-old? I sure didn't until recently, and that got me to wondering just when might we start seeing the next generation of gaming consoles roll out.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 23
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
Erotic Game Comments On Erotic Game Controversy
In the wake of the Rapelay controversy, Japanese erotic games have come under intense scrutiny.
The Ethics Organization of Computer Software in Japan banned the sale of games with forced sexual situations after an outcry in the Western press over Rapelay, a niche game released a few years back.
Some game adult game developers have cut themselves off from the West, while one dev is looking at the entire situation with a sense of humor. On December 18, new ero title Shinobiryuu was released in Japan. Before starting the game, the following title screen appears...
In the wake of the Rapelay controversy, Japanese erotic games have come under intense scrutiny.
The Ethics Organization of Computer Software in Japan banned the sale of games with forced sexual situations after an outcry in the Western press over Rapelay, a niche game released a few years back.
Some game adult game developers have cut themselves off from the West, while one dev is looking at the entire situation with a sense of humor. On December 18, new ero title Shinobiryuu was released in Japan. Before starting the game, the following title screen appears...
Guitar Hero Van Halen Erupts onto Retail Shelves Nationwide
All SEGA Titles Discounted For PlayStation Network
DualShockers: Star Wars: Trench Run Review
The point of movie based games is to hopefully recreate some of what the characters in the movie feel like during certain iconic scenes. If the game does that well, it can possibly be a success, although I'm sure we all can attest to the fact that this isn't always the case. Star Wars: Trench Run for the iPhone (or iPod Touch) manages to retain the feel of the scenes from the original Star Wars, while putting control into the average gamer's handsliterally.
Guitar Hero Van Halen Erupts onto Retail Shelves Nationwide
Experience the Skill and Energy of One of the Most Renowned Bands in the World – Van Halen
All SEGA Titles Discounted For PlayStation Network Posted by Adam Larck on 12.22.2009 See what PSP titles and DLC you can pick up inside.
DualShockers: Star Wars: Trench Run Review
The point of movie based games is to hopefully recreate some of what the characters in the movie feel like during certain iconic scenes. If the game does that well, it can possibly be a success, although I'm sure we all can attest to the fact that this isn't always the case. Star Wars: Trench Run for the iPhone (or iPod Touch) manages to retain the feel of the scenes from the original Star Wars, while putting control into the average gamer's handsliterally.
Guitar Hero Van Halen Erupts onto Retail Shelves Nationwide
Experience the Skill and Energy of One of the Most Renowned Bands in the World – Van Halen
Selasa, 22 Desember 2009
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 22
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
Atlus has a new game in development
Operation Flashpoint 'Overwatch' DLC on Xbox 360 today, PS3 & PC 'soon'
Atlus has a new game in development
The latest edition of Famitsu has a tease of sorts for a new Atlus game (the company behind franchises such as Persona, Trauma Center, Shin Megami Tensei).
It's kinda this game's thing, you know? Overwatch adds two new multiplayer modes: Blindside and Supremacy.
Atlus has a new game in development
The latest edition of Famitsu has a tease of sorts for a new Atlus game (the company behind franchises such as Persona, Trauma Center, Shin Megami Tensei).
'MAG' (PS3) Goes Gold, Open Beta Starts Jan. 4, 2010
'MAG' (PS3) Goes Gold, Open Beta Starts Jan. 4, 2010
EGM relaunch date announced
A date has been announced as to when the Electronic Gaming Monthly magazine will be returning.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 21
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
MAG may be massive but it is an action shooter at its core. You can run around and shoot enemies, throw grenades, and drive vehicles just like any other shooter except with MAG youA'll do it with up to 256 players.
EGM relaunch date announced
A date has been announced as to when the Electronic Gaming Monthly magazine will be returning.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 21
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
Senin, 21 Desember 2009
How to Clean a PlayStation 3 Game Console
How to Clean a PlayStation 3 Game Console
All electronic equipment works much better when it is clean. All electronic equipment should be cleaned periodically for maximum operation and dependability.
Time to lock and loadtwas the night before Christmas
PlayStation Home host to Sodium One, huge immersive PS3 game
NPD Numbers Mean Nothing-Counterpoint 006-Topic #1
With the November 2009 NPD numbers being released just last week fanboys are running rampant trying to defend their systems. However Joel Taveras of DualShockers and Jay Michaels of Pixel Enemy explain how NPD numbers are worthless as they run right through Topic 1 of Episode 006 of Counterpoint dragging Mark Remo in the mud behind them the whole way.
Time to lock and loadtwas the night before Christmas
A different take on a classic holiday poem
Sony have announced the next stage of PlayStation Home, and it's a huge social game called Sodium One.
NPD Numbers Mean Nothing-Counterpoint 006-Topic #1
With the November 2009 NPD numbers being released just last week fanboys are running rampant trying to defend their systems. However Joel Taveras of DualShockers and Jay Michaels of Pixel Enemy explain how NPD numbers are worthless as they run right through Topic 1 of Episode 006 of Counterpoint dragging Mark Remo in the mud behind them the whole way.
Time to lock and loadtwas the night before Christmas
A different take on a classic holiday poem
Minggu, 20 Desember 2009
Braid now available on the Playstation Network
Braid now available on the Playstation Network
PRESS RELEASE: BRAID AVAILABLE ON EUROPEAN PLAYSTATION NETWORK TODAY VANCOUVER, British ColumbiaDec.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 20
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
"Cloud-based" console takes aim at Wii, PS3, Xbox 360
"Cloud-based" console takes aim at Wii, PS3, Xbox 360
A new videogame company is aiming to challenge the big three console makers by providing a "cloud-based" gaming system promising on-demand access to games and no lag time.
Gears of War Tattoo
DualShockers writes:
Are you a big fan of Gears of War? Really? Not as big as DMZilla, the Community Coordinator over at Xbox LIVE. He just got himself a brand new tattoo of the lancer from Gears of War, complete with blood effects.
DualShockers writes:
Are you a big fan of Gears of War? Really? Not as big as DMZilla, the Community Coordinator over at Xbox LIVE. He just got himself a brand new tattoo of the lancer from Gears of War, complete with blood effects.
final fantasy xiii launched today in japan
final fantasy xiii launched today in japan
Five Reasons Why Halo: Combat Evolved is the Most Important Game of the Decade
What makes the most important game of a decade? Most many units sold? Best critical rating? Most swear words per sentence/nude pixelated women? I think we can take it one step farther. How about most consoles sold?
Individual game don't sell consoles. That's a general rule that you find for game consoles, something PC gamers don't have. If you wanted to play Doom 3, you bought a brand new videocard, and that was final. But if a game comes out on the N64 and you have a PlayStation, screw it, you'll play it at a friend's house.
And then there was Halo.
Square-Enix have finally unleashed the latest edition of the Final Fantasy franchise in Japan.
Five Reasons Why Halo: Combat Evolved is the Most Important Game of the Decade
What makes the most important game of a decade? Most many units sold? Best critical rating? Most swear words per sentence/nude pixelated women? I think we can take it one step farther. How about most consoles sold?
Individual game don't sell consoles. That's a general rule that you find for game consoles, something PC gamers don't have. If you wanted to play Doom 3, you bought a brand new videocard, and that was final. But if a game comes out on the N64 and you have a PlayStation, screw it, you'll play it at a friend's house.
And then there was Halo.
Sabtu, 19 Desember 2009
VGA 2009: Nolan North talks about Nolan North
Joystiq: This past Saturday brought us the Spike TV Video Game Awards and â€" before experiencing the litany of world exclusives that awaited us inside â€" we spent some time outside cruising the red carpet and talking (briefly!) to many of the game developers and talent. We squeezed them for information as fast as we could while simultaneously wishing them holiday cheer and good tidings. Yes, it was as awkward as it sounds. Here's what we learned from Nolan North.
Joystiq: This past Saturday brought us the Spike TV Video Game Awards and â€" before experiencing the litany of world exclusives that awaited us inside â€" we spent some time outside cruising the red carpet and talking (briefly!) to many of the game developers and talent. We squeezed them for information as fast as we could while simultaneously wishing them holiday cheer and good tidings. Yes, it was as awkward as it sounds. Here's what we learned from Nolan North.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 19
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
ModNation Racers Beta Now Open! Voucher Giveaway Starts Today
ModNation Racers Beta Now Open! Voucher Giveaway Starts Today
Ramone Russell here, Community Manager for ModNation Racers and avid kart racer.
Diablo 2 PTR 1.13 Top Issues
`Final Fantasy' Japan Sales May Reach 2 Million, Record for PlayStation 3
Diablo 2 PTR 1.13 Top Issues
Diablo 2 PTR 1.13 Top Issues list
Well the diablo 2 community certainly has been active since the PTR went up. Bashiok has given us some guidelines for posting as follows;
• All post should have a subject line that clearly describes the bug or feedback being given
• Use the search feature to ensure a thread doesn't already exist before posting
• When reporting a bug include as much information as you can, including steps to reproduce it if possible
• Any non-constructive posts may be deleted and the poster's privilege to post revoked
• This is a chance for you to ensure the 1.13 patch includes changes and balance tweaks that you think would lead to a better overall experience. Getting the information to us in a clear and logical way helps us understand your view and makes it easier for us to collect feedback for any potential updates to the 1.13 patch before release.
Read what the diablo 2 community manager explained...
Indie Rock Track Pack Now Available for Guitar Hero 5 and Band Hero
Activision has announced that a new three-song track pack is available today for Guitar Hero 5 and Band Hero for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii
Square Enix Holdings Co. , the creator of the a oeFinal Fantasya franchise, aims to sell at least 2 million units of the role-playing gamea s latest title, making it a record for Sony Corp.
Diablo 2 PTR 1.13 Top Issues
Diablo 2 PTR 1.13 Top Issues list
Well the diablo 2 community certainly has been active since the PTR went up. Bashiok has given us some guidelines for posting as follows;
• All post should have a subject line that clearly describes the bug or feedback being given
• Use the search feature to ensure a thread doesn't already exist before posting
• When reporting a bug include as much information as you can, including steps to reproduce it if possible
• Any non-constructive posts may be deleted and the poster's privilege to post revoked
• This is a chance for you to ensure the 1.13 patch includes changes and balance tweaks that you think would lead to a better overall experience. Getting the information to us in a clear and logical way helps us understand your view and makes it easier for us to collect feedback for any potential updates to the 1.13 patch before release.
Read what the diablo 2 community manager explained...
Indie Rock Track Pack Now Available for Guitar Hero 5 and Band Hero
Activision has announced that a new three-song track pack is available today for Guitar Hero 5 and Band Hero for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii
Jumat, 18 Desember 2009
Sony Playstation network moves into reality TV
Sony Playstation network moves into reality TV
Sony Computer Entertainment, the folks in charge of the Playstation game console, are getting into the reality show business.
New Advert confirms Sony PSP 4000
The Lost Gamer writes "The advert, from Accessories4Gamers Ltd., details that it is suitable for 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000 and PSP Go models too… wait… 4000?! Uh oh, seems like someone has maybe confirmed recent rumours too soon!"
The Lost Gamer writes "The advert, from Accessories4Gamers Ltd., details that it is suitable for 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000 and PSP Go models too… wait… 4000?! Uh oh, seems like someone has maybe confirmed recent rumours too soon!"
Racism in gaming? I think not
`The Saboteur' looks pretty, but fails to ignite
Racism in gaming? I think not
resumeplay writes: "In the year of 2009, there has been a bold statement made about the new generation of gaming. I'm not talking about a statement of graphics, storyline, or game-play. I'm also not talking about a statement of what's going to win the best game of the year. I'm talking about a statement made by a website to the video gaming world declaring that the creators of some of the best games of 2009 are using subliminal racism in their top-selling titles."
Capcom Announces Mega Man 10 for Digital Download
The Amazing Cybernetic Dynamo Returns to the Downloadable Space for WiiWare, Xbox LIVE and PlayStation®Store
World War II has been the setting for so many video games that playing them all would probably take as much time as the war itself.
Racism in gaming? I think not
resumeplay writes: "In the year of 2009, there has been a bold statement made about the new generation of gaming. I'm not talking about a statement of graphics, storyline, or game-play. I'm also not talking about a statement of what's going to win the best game of the year. I'm talking about a statement made by a website to the video gaming world declaring that the creators of some of the best games of 2009 are using subliminal racism in their top-selling titles."
Capcom Announces Mega Man 10 for Digital Download
The Amazing Cybernetic Dynamo Returns to the Downloadable Space for WiiWare, Xbox LIVE and PlayStation®Store
Kamis, 17 Desember 2009
Konami Unveils New Details and Mini Games For Walk It Out
Over 100 Songs Awaits Players in this Innovative Game That Brings Fitness, Rhythm & Exploration To Wii™ in January 2010
Over 100 Songs Awaits Players in this Innovative Game That Brings Fitness, Rhythm & Exploration To Wii™ in January 2010
Final Fantasy Xiv PC Beta Sign-ups Begin, PS3 Beta On The Way
Final Fantasy Xiv PC Beta Sign-ups Begin, PS3 Beta On The Way
Square Enix is now ready to accept applications for the Final Fantasy XIV beta. Interested gamers in the US, Europe, and Japan can sign up at a newly unveiled website.
The Graphical Most Impressive Games of 2009
Videogameszone has chosen it's five graphical most impressive video games of 2009. Are you surprised about number one?
Videogameszone has chosen it's five graphical most impressive video games of 2009. Are you surprised about number one?
Mega Man 10 Coming PS3 and Xbox 360 Too
Mega Man 10 Coming PS3 and Xbox 360 Too
IGN Awards the Best of 2009
IGN: "The year has come to an end, which can only mean one thing: Awards season! That's right; it's time to look back at the best games, comics, TV shows, movie and gear of 2009. We locked ourselves in a room, argued until we were hoarse and came away with a list of this year's exceptional offerings."
As expected but previously unconfirmed, the latest of Mega Man's downloadable side-scrolling adventures will hit PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in addition to the Wii.
IGN Awards the Best of 2009
IGN: "The year has come to an end, which can only mean one thing: Awards season! That's right; it's time to look back at the best games, comics, TV shows, movie and gear of 2009. We locked ourselves in a room, argued until we were hoarse and came away with a list of this year's exceptional offerings."
Rabu, 16 Desember 2009
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 16
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
Zelda Producer Reveals Big Secret
In an interview with Eiji Aonuma, the producer of The Legend of Zelda, the German based magazine Videogameszone has adept a big secret about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The question was, why Link got an item without doing anything. Were more temples intended for Ocarina of Time? Hit the jump to learn more.
In an interview with Eiji Aonuma, the producer of The Legend of Zelda, the German based magazine Videogameszone has adept a big secret about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The question was, why Link got an item without doing anything. Were more temples intended for Ocarina of Time? Hit the jump to learn more.
IncGamers ColumnWhen Betas Go Commercial
FFXIII: 1.3 Million Copies For Launch Week
IncGamers ColumnWhen Betas Go Commercial
IncGamers' Tim McDonald explains why he finds the path some public betas tread distasteful.
From the article: "I don't have a problem with the companies that genuinely need public feedback, or that genuinely use beta information. MMO betas, for instance, are pretty understandable; it's content designed for thousands of players at the same time and a lot of work needs to go into it to make sure that things are balanced, fun, and well-pacedand that they can actually support high player loads. Likewise, a few companies are doing reasonably clever things. The current Elemental beta, I'm told, pretty much strips out the graphics entirely. The idea there seems to be that users won't be distracted be graphics, be they incredibly pretty or incredibly unfinished, and that they'll focus entirely on the things that matter, like whether or not the game is actually, y'know, fun. Important, that."
Square Enix is to ship 1.3 million copies of Final Fantasy XIII in Japan during the game's launch week.
IncGamers ColumnWhen Betas Go Commercial
IncGamers' Tim McDonald explains why he finds the path some public betas tread distasteful.
From the article: "I don't have a problem with the companies that genuinely need public feedback, or that genuinely use beta information. MMO betas, for instance, are pretty understandable; it's content designed for thousands of players at the same time and a lot of work needs to go into it to make sure that things are balanced, fun, and well-pacedand that they can actually support high player loads. Likewise, a few companies are doing reasonably clever things. The current Elemental beta, I'm told, pretty much strips out the graphics entirely. The idea there seems to be that users won't be distracted be graphics, be they incredibly pretty or incredibly unfinished, and that they'll focus entirely on the things that matter, like whether or not the game is actually, y'know, fun. Important, that."
Famitsu review scores
The latest Famitsu review scores have been released, which includes a very high score for The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks, Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines, Metal Slug XX, and Darius Burst reviews.
The latest Famitsu review scores have been released, which includes a very high score for The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks, Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines, Metal Slug XX, and Darius Burst reviews.
The Mystery of Whiterock Castle launches for WiiWare™in Europe and Australia on December 25th
Dragon Age coming to Mac
What Won't Be Coming To Video Gaming In 2010
Kotaku:
2010 will bring us many, many things. Some good, some bad, but all of them, things. We'll be dealing with a lot of that this week, but for now, I'd rather talk about things we won't be seeing.
As we've seen this holiday season, a year can be as notable for what didn't show up as for what did. And 2010 will be no different.
Here are some things that you may hope will be coming over the next 12 months, but really, probably won't.
The Mystery of Whiterock Castle launches for WiiWare™in Europe and Australia on December 25th
US ‘The Mystery of Whiterock Castle’ will be available for download in 1st Quarter 2010.
Mac gamers will get the chance to experience Bioware's latest epic when Dragon Age: Origins wings its way to Apple home computers as a digital download.
What Won't Be Coming To Video Gaming In 2010
Kotaku:
2010 will bring us many, many things. Some good, some bad, but all of them, things. We'll be dealing with a lot of that this week, but for now, I'd rather talk about things we won't be seeing.
As we've seen this holiday season, a year can be as notable for what didn't show up as for what did. And 2010 will be no different.
Here are some things that you may hope will be coming over the next 12 months, but really, probably won't.
The Mystery of Whiterock Castle launches for WiiWare™in Europe and Australia on December 25th
US ‘The Mystery of Whiterock Castle’ will be available for download in 1st Quarter 2010.
Selasa, 15 Desember 2009
What Is The Nintendo Zii?
Siliconera: No, that's not a typo. Nintendo filed a trademark for "Zii" in Japan for use with video games and other electronic devices.
Siliconera: No, that's not a typo. Nintendo filed a trademark for "Zii" in Japan for use with video games and other electronic devices.
Modern Warfare 2 tops US yearly sales
Modern Warfare 2 tops US yearly sales
New data from research firm NPD shows that the best-selling videogame title in America so far this year has been the Xbox 360 version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, with 4.2 million units sold to the end of November.
Assassin's Creed 2 slow start is 'necessary'
Assassin's Creed 2 slow start is 'necessary'
Apple looking for a slice of gaming pie
Critical Gamer Writes: After some lean times, Apple really made a name for themselves with the release of the all-in-one iMac G3 computer. Its brightly coloured exterior crushed the idea that computers had to be packaged in grey plastic, and as a result they flew off the shelves. Then with the release of the iPod and iTunes they redefined how music could be packaged, and you could now carry your whole music collection around with you. Over the years the iPod has added extra functionality, with the ability to store and view photos, then the addition of viewing movies, surfing the net, and most groundbreaking of all the addition of Apps to the iTunes store. This finally gave Apple a handheld computer, that can do most things that a laptop can do but in a pocket friendly package. With the release of the iPhone they gained valuable market share in the mobile market. The iPhone and iPod Touch have proven to be major players in the gaming market, with their bite sized, and pocket friendly games proving popular with users. In fact Apple have started marketing these devices as gaming consoles, with the slogan "Next level fun".
2K Sports Reveals the Final Fan Voting Results for the Major League Baseball® 2K10 Box Cover
Fans select Evan Longoria throwing out a baserunner for final box cover image
Although Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed 2 has more or less gotten the approving nod of critics all over, some people are pointing out what they deem to be a flaw in the game's introduction.
Apple looking for a slice of gaming pie
Critical Gamer Writes: After some lean times, Apple really made a name for themselves with the release of the all-in-one iMac G3 computer. Its brightly coloured exterior crushed the idea that computers had to be packaged in grey plastic, and as a result they flew off the shelves. Then with the release of the iPod and iTunes they redefined how music could be packaged, and you could now carry your whole music collection around with you. Over the years the iPod has added extra functionality, with the ability to store and view photos, then the addition of viewing movies, surfing the net, and most groundbreaking of all the addition of Apps to the iTunes store. This finally gave Apple a handheld computer, that can do most things that a laptop can do but in a pocket friendly package. With the release of the iPhone they gained valuable market share in the mobile market. The iPhone and iPod Touch have proven to be major players in the gaming market, with their bite sized, and pocket friendly games proving popular with users. In fact Apple have started marketing these devices as gaming consoles, with the slogan "Next level fun".
2K Sports Reveals the Final Fan Voting Results for the Major League Baseball® 2K10 Box Cover
Fans select Evan Longoria throwing out a baserunner for final box cover image
Senin, 14 Desember 2009
VGA's = Failure
VGA's = Failure
Ironstarmovement Writes: Like many gamers on Saturday night, I wasted two hours of my life trying to enjoy the VGA's. Considering the tremendous amount of hype generated for this event, it was extremely hard for me to crack a smile.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 14
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
Ironstarmovement Writes: Like many gamers on Saturday night, I wasted two hours of my life trying to enjoy the VGA's. Considering the tremendous amount of hype generated for this event, it was extremely hard for me to crack a smile.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 14
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
PS3 optional 3.15 firmware update coming soon
PS3 optional 3.15 firmware update coming soon
Spike VGA's 2009 ReviewAllegedly Speaking
The Spike VGA's for 2009 have come to a close and I'm left thinking to myself "Wow, this year was not as big of a farce as years prior." Is it possible that Spike has finally stumbled across a formula that works for a Video Game Awards show?
FROM GAMERTELLSony is going to release PS3 firmware 3.15 very soon. The optional update will include two new features, a data transfer utility that will allow you to move data from one PS3 to another and minis game compatibility.
Spike VGA's 2009 ReviewAllegedly Speaking
The Spike VGA's for 2009 have come to a close and I'm left thinking to myself "Wow, this year was not as big of a farce as years prior." Is it possible that Spike has finally stumbled across a formula that works for a Video Game Awards show?
UK All Formats Chart: Modern Warfare Still On Top
Modern Warfare 2 is still sitting pretty in first in the UK All Formats Chart. Click to read on...
Modern Warfare 2 is still sitting pretty in first in the UK All Formats Chart. Click to read on...
Rumor: New Monster Hunter game in development
As Prices Fall, Blu-ray Players Are Invited Home
Rumor: New Monster Hunter game in development
Rumor has it that a new Monster Hunter game is in development based on a comment from voice actress Aya Hirono.
Blu-ray, a high-definition variation of the DVD format introduced three years ago, was initially met by a collective shrug from most consumers.
Rumor: New Monster Hunter game in development
Rumor has it that a new Monster Hunter game is in development based on a comment from voice actress Aya Hirono.
Minggu, 13 Desember 2009
How to Get Any Girl Into Gaming
DualShockers writes:
"Whether its your friend, girl friend, sister, mom or grandma (Yea, even dear old Nana too.), getting any and all of them to turn gamer is (relatively) easy. And in the end, you might be pleasantly surprised that not only have they some prior experience but also that they may end up owning you in certain games. So check your ego and follow these steps and in time you'll have a gamer girl on your hands."
Spike TV 2009 Video Game Awards a bust
Gaming needs a real awards show
DualShockers writes:
"Whether its your friend, girl friend, sister, mom or grandma (Yea, even dear old Nana too.), getting any and all of them to turn gamer is (relatively) easy. And in the end, you might be pleasantly surprised that not only have they some prior experience but also that they may end up owning you in certain games. So check your ego and follow these steps and in time you'll have a gamer girl on your hands."
Spike TV 2009 Video Game Awards a bust
Gaming needs a real awards show
November NPD: Sony Lagging
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 13
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
Kris Erickson Dec 13, 2009 Comments As the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear, the monthly NPD results show a surge in sales across all video game consoles.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 13
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
God Of War Collection: Playstation 3
God Of War Collection: Playstation 3
Greenberg on VGAs 2009 "well deserving winners across the board"
VGArabia: With VGAs 2009 winners have been announced and each winner studio is celebrating its own success, we are starting to see famed people from the video games industry comments on the prizes and on the show as a whole.
Posted on Saturday, December 12 2009 @ 14:52:21 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck God Of War was one of my favourite franchises on the Playstation 2 as it combined epic battles with boss creatures and a very creative use of action based gameplay mechanics.
Greenberg on VGAs 2009 "well deserving winners across the board"
VGArabia: With VGAs 2009 winners have been announced and each winner studio is celebrating its own success, we are starting to see famed people from the video games industry comments on the prizes and on the show as a whole.
Sabtu, 12 Desember 2009
No Non-Gamers Allowed
There may not be any special handshakes or furtive high signs for it, but make no mistake: Video gamers are part of a secret society.
There may not be any special handshakes or furtive high signs for it, but make no mistake: Video gamers are part of a secret society.
Sony continues losing money on each PS3
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 12
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
For every PS3 sold Sony is losing money. This statement may sound very bad for the company, but it may not be as bad as it seems.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 12
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
What Gears Of War Could Learn from Uncharted 2
Gameguru.in "The game literally "looks" to put Epic effort to shame by giving audiences a much more accurate definition of what was perceived to be a part of this generation almost five long years ago."
Gameguru.in "The game literally "looks" to put Epic effort to shame by giving audiences a much more accurate definition of what was perceived to be a part of this generation almost five long years ago."
Dead to Rights: Retribution PlayStation 3 Screenshots
Dead to Rights: Retribution PlayStation 3 Screenshots
Set in the neo-noir, morally corrupt and nightmarish world of Grant City, Dead to Rights: Retribution thrusts the player into the epicentre of an intensely dark, dangerous and tragic narrative as vice-cop Jack Slate.
Borderlands patch restores skill points, Achievements
Borderlands patch restores skill points, Achievements
Game Informer review scores
The latest G.I. magazine scores include Assassin's Creed 2, God of War Collection, The Saboteur, LBP PSP, the first western review of Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers, and more.
Sakura Wars Coming March 23, 2010
The year 2010 marks the arrival of the highly anticipated PS2 & Wii SRPG Sakura Wars
The patch fixes a number of issues, the most serious problems affecting skill points, Achievements and Trophies.
Game Informer review scores
The latest G.I. magazine scores include Assassin's Creed 2, God of War Collection, The Saboteur, LBP PSP, the first western review of Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers, and more.
Sakura Wars Coming March 23, 2010
The year 2010 marks the arrival of the highly anticipated PS2 & Wii SRPG Sakura Wars
Jumat, 11 Desember 2009
Rubber Soul Album Coming to The Beatles: Rock Band on Dec. 15th
Rubber Soul is the third album from The Beatles to appear in The Beatles: Rock Band Music Store since the video game’s launch
Rubber Soul is the third album from The Beatles to appear in The Beatles: Rock Band Music Store since the video game’s launch
The Saboteur Sneaks Into Stores
The Saboteur Sneaks Into Stores
Tips on Being a Console Fanboy
Game Force 4 writer Gothface Neverlaughs has some tips for gamers who want to be obnoxious console fanboys.
Rubik’s Puzzle Galaxy: RUSH on WiiWare on December 14
Brain teasing puzzler developed by Two Tribesthe puzzle masters unveils U.S. release date on WiiWare
The Saboteur , from Electronic Arts' studio Pandemic, is now in stores for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC.
Tips on Being a Console Fanboy
Game Force 4 writer Gothface Neverlaughs has some tips for gamers who want to be obnoxious console fanboys.
Rubik’s Puzzle Galaxy: RUSH on WiiWare on December 14
Brain teasing puzzler developed by Two Tribesthe puzzle masters unveils U.S. release date on WiiWare
Kamis, 10 Desember 2009
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 10
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming.
Lens of Truth: Street Fighter Alpha 2 Retro Review
New Sony PlayStation 3.15 update allows the PS family to be much closer than before
Lens of Truth: Street Fighter Alpha 2 Retro Review
Lens of Truth writes"With the SFA series, Capcom was able to fill in the backstory for many of our favorite characters pasts' from SF2. It also gave the company the means of delivering us another set of 2D fighters unparalleled by its rivals. While the original SFA never made its way to the Super NES, a much better game somehow did â€" Street Fighter Alpha 2. Find out if this one's worth the search (or Virtual Console download) in our latest retro Review."
Sonya s PlayStation systems are now being tightly integrated to function simply and easily with each other.
Lens of Truth: Street Fighter Alpha 2 Retro Review
Lens of Truth writes"With the SFA series, Capcom was able to fill in the backstory for many of our favorite characters pasts' from SF2. It also gave the company the means of delivering us another set of 2D fighters unparalleled by its rivals. While the original SFA never made its way to the Super NES, a much better game somehow did â€" Street Fighter Alpha 2. Find out if this one's worth the search (or Virtual Console download) in our latest retro Review."
Modern Warfare 2 hit by anti-gay claim
RegHardware: Videogame Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 contains a homophobic slur, it has been claimed.
Shortly after the weapons tutorial at the beginning of the game, and when the player has no equipment, he is asked by another if he has ever seen a grown man naked.
After a few laughs, the player's character appears to ask: "Hey man, are you still gay?"
Although the character then says he's only kidding, he follows the remark up with: "Don't ask don't tell."
RegHardware: Videogame Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 contains a homophobic slur, it has been claimed.
Shortly after the weapons tutorial at the beginning of the game, and when the player has no equipment, he is asked by another if he has ever seen a grown man naked.
After a few laughs, the player's character appears to ask: "Hey man, are you still gay?"
Although the character then says he's only kidding, he follows the remark up with: "Don't ask don't tell."
Konami Announces Silent Hill: Shattered Memories Now Available for Wii
FFXIII PS3 audio and video uncompressed, not so on Xbox 360
Take the Poll: Nintendo DS vs. Sony PSP vs. iPhone/iPod Touch
The convergence of social media and gaming is becoming harder to deny. The domination of the FarmVille Facebook game, the blockbuster acquisition of Playfish by EA, and the rise of the iPhone as a gaming platform immediately come to mind as examples of social media's impact on the game industry.
Konami Announces Silent Hill: Shattered Memories Now Available for Wii
The Revered Survival Horror Game Franchise Makes Its Debut on Wii
After months of saying that the game's Xbox 360 and PS3 versions will be "pretty much the same" Square Enix has owned up to one difference that might sway hardcore technophiles who are still on the fence about which version of Final Fantasy XIII to get.
Take the Poll: Nintendo DS vs. Sony PSP vs. iPhone/iPod Touch
The convergence of social media and gaming is becoming harder to deny. The domination of the FarmVille Facebook game, the blockbuster acquisition of Playfish by EA, and the rise of the iPhone as a gaming platform immediately come to mind as examples of social media's impact on the game industry.
Konami Announces Silent Hill: Shattered Memories Now Available for Wii
The Revered Survival Horror Game Franchise Makes Its Debut on Wii
Rabu, 09 Desember 2009
'Uncharted 2' Tops a Turbulent Year in Video Games
'Uncharted 2' Tops a Turbulent Year in Video Games
In this video game image released by Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., a scene is shown from "Uncharted 2: Among Thieves." The idea that video games were recession-proof turned out to be a myth this year, leading to declining sales, shuttered studios and thousands of newly unemployed developers.
IncGamers ColumnWhy Indie Games Are Our Saviours
IncGamers' Tim McDonald elaborates on why big businesses take the safe option while indie developers are the ones making the "next great innovations."
From the article: "Do you believe that the big companies care about innovation, or â€" and here, I don my wank hat â€" advancing the artistic possibilities of the industry? Because they don't. Not deep down. It's an easy thing to do, or to pretend to do, when you're in a strong position, and occasionally we do see surprising glimmers of brilliance."
IncGamers' Tim McDonald elaborates on why big businesses take the safe option while indie developers are the ones making the "next great innovations."
From the article: "Do you believe that the big companies care about innovation, or â€" and here, I don my wank hat â€" advancing the artistic possibilities of the industry? Because they don't. Not deep down. It's an easy thing to do, or to pretend to do, when you're in a strong position, and occasionally we do see surprising glimmers of brilliance."
Being A Game Voice Actress Can Be Scary, Yurika Ochiai Receives Death Threats
Being a game voice-actress can be scary at times. Yesterday, Japanese VA Yurika Ochiai revealed in her blog that police recently contacted her about a number of death threats that had been made against her.
Ochiai has decided to take time off from her blog and any announcements about publicity events while she deals with the threats.
Sadly, death threats against Japanese actors and voice-actors (particularly females) seem to be becoming a more common thing in the last few years. Many VAs have reported that they have recieved threats from upset "fans" for reasons such as: portraying a character in the wrong way, portraying a character that fans don't like, dating/marrying someone fans don't approve of, appearing in games/shows fans don't approve of, and so on.
Being a game voice-actress can be scary at times. Yesterday, Japanese VA Yurika Ochiai revealed in her blog that police recently contacted her about a number of death threats that had been made against her.
Ochiai has decided to take time off from her blog and any announcements about publicity events while she deals with the threats.
Sadly, death threats against Japanese actors and voice-actors (particularly females) seem to be becoming a more common thing in the last few years. Many VAs have reported that they have recieved threats from upset "fans" for reasons such as: portraying a character in the wrong way, portraying a character that fans don't like, dating/marrying someone fans don't approve of, appearing in games/shows fans don't approve of, and so on.
Sega Confirms Yakuza 3 Coming West, Exclusive to PS3
Sega Confirms Yakuza 3 Coming West, Exclusive to PS3
Video Game Awards 2009 won't have online stream
Unlike last year, Video Game Awards 2009 won't have any official online stream.
Project Runway Set to Release March 2, 2010
Season 6 Winner Along With Show’s Key Celebrities And Contestants To Be Featured In The Game
Although the delay between the Japanese release and Western release for previous Yakuza games has been somewhat lengthy, fans of the Sega franchise won't have quite as long to wait for Yakuza 3 . The title's already sold over half a million units, and now Sega has confirmed that it's coming to the U.S. and Europe, exclusively for PS3, in March ...
Video Game Awards 2009 won't have online stream
Unlike last year, Video Game Awards 2009 won't have any official online stream.
Project Runway Set to Release March 2, 2010
Season 6 Winner Along With Show’s Key Celebrities And Contestants To Be Featured In The Game
Selasa, 08 Desember 2009
Building the Foundation of a Social Future
Building the Foundation of a Social Future
To say that social games are booming is an understatement. After having been in existence for only a scant few years, games on social networks like Facebook and MySpace are gaining users explosively. There are now over 200 million monthly users playing the top 10 Facebook games alone -- up by 50 million from August to September.
Investors have certainly taken notice and, even in the depths of a recession, startups have been popping up left and right. With competition comes conflict and social gaming has been no exception -- already the space is a mire of me-too clones and lawsuits, with companies so busy looking over the shoulders of their neighbors that they've lost sight of the bigger picture.
Rather than dashing headlong into this new space, throwing money, resources and litigation blithely and blindly, it may behoove us to pause for a moment and consider: just what is a social game? A little critical thought up front might open more opportunities and alleviate some of the pressure to borrow from the competition.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 8
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #18
To say that social games are booming is an understatement. After having been in existence for only a scant few years, games on social networks like Facebook and MySpace are gaining users explosively. There are now over 200 million monthly users playing the top 10 Facebook games alone -- up by 50 million from August to September.
Investors have certainly taken notice and, even in the depths of a recession, startups have been popping up left and right. With competition comes conflict and social gaming has been no exception -- already the space is a mire of me-too clones and lawsuits, with companies so busy looking over the shoulders of their neighbors that they've lost sight of the bigger picture.
Rather than dashing headlong into this new space, throwing money, resources and litigation blithely and blindly, it may behoove us to pause for a moment and consider: just what is a social game? A little critical thought up front might open more opportunities and alleviate some of the pressure to borrow from the competition.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 8
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #18
The Divnich Debrief: Wii Declared Winner of This Console Generation
The Divnich Debrief: Wii Declared Winner of This Console Generation
Despite Nintendo's large lead in the console race, many still debate whether the Wii can maintain its dominance through the remainder of the cycle.
Classic Rayman and Street Fighter Games Lead a Luminous December Lineup
Quantum Theory goes Multi Platform
VGA's to Go Hostless
BNG's Tyler Treat writes, "No, I'm not talking about Twinkies. I'm talking about being without a host, and that's what this year's VGA's are apparently doing. Big Download got in touch with Spike TV after no host had been announced for the show. They confirmed that there will not be an "overall" host, but a host of celebrities will be MCing the event. "As of right now, we are going without a host, similarly to what we did for this year's Scream Awards," said a Spike TV representative."
Classic Rayman and Street Fighter Games Lead a Luminous December Lineup
The latest Nintendo DSiWare releases include the original Rayman – perfect for prolonging your jubilant mood or providing a respite from the season’s hustle and bustle
PRESS RELEASE: QUANTUM THEORYTM GOES MULTIPLATFORM Tecmo Koei's Sci-Fi, Action Third-Person Shooter Arrives Spring 2010 on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 Letchworth, Herts.-December 04, 2009-Video game publisher TECMO KOEI EUROPE announced today that QUANTUM THEORYTM will be a multiplatform release on the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system ...
VGA's to Go Hostless
BNG's Tyler Treat writes, "No, I'm not talking about Twinkies. I'm talking about being without a host, and that's what this year's VGA's are apparently doing. Big Download got in touch with Spike TV after no host had been announced for the show. They confirmed that there will not be an "overall" host, but a host of celebrities will be MCing the event. "As of right now, we are going without a host, similarly to what we did for this year's Scream Awards," said a Spike TV representative."
Classic Rayman and Street Fighter Games Lead a Luminous December Lineup
The latest Nintendo DSiWare releases include the original Rayman – perfect for prolonging your jubilant mood or providing a respite from the season’s hustle and bustle
Senin, 07 Desember 2009
Quadriplegic Gamer Petitions For Custom Button Remapping
Quadriplegic Gamer Petitions For Custom Button Remapping
Chuck Bittner is petitioning not only to game developers, but console manufacturers as well for custom button remapping for game controls. Bittner calls himself the "Can't Stand Up Comic" because he is a quadriplegic, in a wheel chair, and with his condition, he has no control over his fingers. This is where Bittner's trouble with gaming comes from. In order to play he must use his face to control not only the joysticks, but the buttons as well.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 7
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #23
Chuck Bittner is petitioning not only to game developers, but console manufacturers as well for custom button remapping for game controls. Bittner calls himself the "Can't Stand Up Comic" because he is a quadriplegic, in a wheel chair, and with his condition, he has no control over his fingers. This is where Bittner's trouble with gaming comes from. In order to play he must use his face to control not only the joysticks, but the buttons as well.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 7
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #23
Air Force to buy 2,200 PlayStation 3 consoles for supercomputer
Air Force to buy 2,200 PlayStation 3 consoles for supercomputer
The U.S. Air Force recently issued a request for proposals to purchase 2,200 Sony PlayStation 3 video game consoles.
Five Reasons Why The WoW Film Won't Flop
Films based on video games don't exactly have a good reputation. Although some of them do relatively well, their general reception is usually negative. Probably the most successful game-to-film adaptation so far is Lara Croft: Tomb Raider which, despite being number one on its opening weekend, Paramount's second-best highest opening weekend earner, and raking in over $300 million USD worldwide to date, was given a 3.9/10 average rating.
So, why does Blizzard think it can triumph where many others have failed?
Films based on video games don't exactly have a good reputation. Although some of them do relatively well, their general reception is usually negative. Probably the most successful game-to-film adaptation so far is Lara Croft: Tomb Raider which, despite being number one on its opening weekend, Paramount's second-best highest opening weekend earner, and raking in over $300 million USD worldwide to date, was given a 3.9/10 average rating.
So, why does Blizzard think it can triumph where many others have failed?
PS3 Weekend Warrior: 15 years of PlayStation goodness
PS3 Weekend Warrior: 15 years of PlayStation goodness
Possible New Clue Points to a New Duke Nukem Game
Slashgamer Writes: "The last couple of days or so, the official Facebook page of Duke Nukem has been pretty active. Not to long ago, a picture was posted teasing fans of a possible game being released, or possibly the infamous Duke Nuke Forever was eventually going to be shippedeven though the original developers, 3D Realms,has shut their door for good.
Just a few hours ago, a new message was posted on its status bar and it seems that whomever wrote the message, is trying convey that when this Duke Nukem game is released, people will be shocked."
Thanksgiving was a boon for Sony this year. The PS3 console managed to move almost 500,000 units during Thanksgiving week.
Possible New Clue Points to a New Duke Nukem Game
Slashgamer Writes: "The last couple of days or so, the official Facebook page of Duke Nukem has been pretty active. Not to long ago, a picture was posted teasing fans of a possible game being released, or possibly the infamous Duke Nuke Forever was eventually going to be shippedeven though the original developers, 3D Realms,has shut their door for good.
Just a few hours ago, a new message was posted on its status bar and it seems that whomever wrote the message, is trying convey that when this Duke Nukem game is released, people will be shocked."
Minggu, 06 Desember 2009
Dead Rising 2 Studio Making Open World FPS For PS3, Xbox 360?
Dead Rising 2 Studio Making Open World FPS For PS3, Xbox 360?
EA: Best 2010 Publisher Already?
CC: Looking through EA Games' upcoming games list, you can really see how the publisher could already be the best videogame publisher of 2010.
Once Blue Castle Games finishes Dead Rising 2 , it seems they'll make another foray into the action genre.
EA: Best 2010 Publisher Already?
CC: Looking through EA Games' upcoming games list, you can really see how the publisher could already be the best videogame publisher of 2010.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 6
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #23
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #23
Games that should have been better: Star Fox Assault
It is never easy for a sequel to live up to its original, and so is the case of Star Fox Assault for the Nintendo GameCube. While the first Star Fox was a revolution in terms of 3-D games on the SNES and the remake for the Nintendo 64 solidified its presence as a strong franchise with top of the line graphics, loads of space themed dogfights and intense speed. However, Star Fox Assault just seemed to drop the ball in terms of like-ability and lasting appeal.
It is never easy for a sequel to live up to its original, and so is the case of Star Fox Assault for the Nintendo GameCube. While the first Star Fox was a revolution in terms of 3-D games on the SNES and the remake for the Nintendo 64 solidified its presence as a strong franchise with top of the line graphics, loads of space themed dogfights and intense speed. However, Star Fox Assault just seemed to drop the ball in terms of like-ability and lasting appeal.
Did you know the Air Force is using PlayStation 3?
Did you know the Air Force is using PlayStation 3?
There will be more than 11 new games at the VGAs
According to Geoff Keighley there still is a bunch of additional content on the way for the VGAs, which will be taking place next week.
Take the smartphone. You can use them to find store locations, to research prices and to buy gifts.
There will be more than 11 new games at the VGAs
According to Geoff Keighley there still is a bunch of additional content on the way for the VGAs, which will be taking place next week.
Sabtu, 05 Desember 2009
Gamingbolt: Assassins Creed 2 Review
GB writes: "Assassins Creed 2 is a phenomenal achievement and is a game that you should play regardless of what system you own.
* The Good: Breathtaking visuals, Story will suck you right in, Economic system is fantastically implemented, Assassinating never gets old and repetitive, Numerous side missions
* The Bad: Camera can be occasionally irritating."
GB writes: "Assassins Creed 2 is a phenomenal achievement and is a game that you should play regardless of what system you own.
* The Good: Breathtaking visuals, Story will suck you right in, Economic system is fantastically implemented, Assassinating never gets old and repetitive, Numerous side missions
* The Bad: Camera can be occasionally irritating."
White Knight Chronicles Dated For North America
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 5
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #23
PS3 role-playing game White Knight Chronicles was released in Japan on Christmas Day last year.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 5
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #23
A Case Study of Final Fantasy 7: Why It Sucks
Many people that like Final Fantasy 7 do so because it was the first JRPG that they ever played. If you played Final Fantasy 4-6 first, you would hopefully realize that they are better games with better character growth systems, better stories, and even though the graphics are not as advanced they hold up better over time.
Many people that like Final Fantasy 7 do so because it was the first JRPG that they ever played. If you played Final Fantasy 4-6 first, you would hopefully realize that they are better games with better character growth systems, better stories, and even though the graphics are not as advanced they hold up better over time.
The 21 exclusive games coming for the PS3
A forum poster of PlayStationUniversity.com has made this detailed list of the current 21 known PS3 exclusive games. Featuring: a fact list of each game, the rumored PS3 games and more!
A forum poster of PlayStationUniversity.com has made this detailed list of the current 21 known PS3 exclusive games. Featuring: a fact list of each game, the rumored PS3 games and more!
A Case Study of Final Fantasy 7: Why It Sucks
The Sounds of Loudness: Slipknot on Rock Band
A Case Study of Final Fantasy 7: Why It Sucks
Many people that like Final Fantasy 7 do so because it was the first JRPG that they ever played. If you played Final Fantasy 4-6 first, you would hopefully realize that they are better games with better character growth systems, better stories, and even though the graphics are not as advanced they hold up better over time.
Scene It? Twilight For Wii Now Available At Retail Outlets Nationwide
First Time Twilight Game Comes To Wii, and Releases in Conjunction with Summit Entertainment's THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON Film, Making 2009 A Twilight Filled Holiday Season
Next week Rock Band will release Slipknot downloadable content for Xbox 360, Wii and Playstation 3. "Duality," "Psychosocial" and "Sulfur" are the Slipknot songs.
A Case Study of Final Fantasy 7: Why It Sucks
Many people that like Final Fantasy 7 do so because it was the first JRPG that they ever played. If you played Final Fantasy 4-6 first, you would hopefully realize that they are better games with better character growth systems, better stories, and even though the graphics are not as advanced they hold up better over time.
Scene It? Twilight For Wii Now Available At Retail Outlets Nationwide
First Time Twilight Game Comes To Wii, and Releases in Conjunction with Summit Entertainment's THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON Film, Making 2009 A Twilight Filled Holiday Season
Jumat, 04 Desember 2009
Groove Armada set for PS3 gig
Groove Armada set for PS3 gig
Groove Armada's new album will show their "darker side" Groove Armada are launching their new album Black Light with the first ever gig inside Home, the virtual world for PS3.
MMO Emulated ServersPrivate or Pirate?
Chris Maginnis writes:
"Back when MMO games began to grow in popularity, MMO gamers became jealous of a single player gamers ability to pirate their games. Free private server emulation was born. Today many of the latest games, including World of Warcraft, are available on free to play private servers. But are they legal? And what is the benefit of playing on a private server?
A private server is the common name for a server emulator. Essentially, a private server emulates the functions of a normal MMO server. It allows users to login and play as they would on a normal retail server. Private servers have gained their player base by being free to play and through content customisation. At the same time, they have been criticised for poor performance and low player population. There is mixed truth on both sides."
Chris Maginnis writes:
"Back when MMO games began to grow in popularity, MMO gamers became jealous of a single player gamers ability to pirate their games. Free private server emulation was born. Today many of the latest games, including World of Warcraft, are available on free to play private servers. But are they legal? And what is the benefit of playing on a private server?
A private server is the common name for a server emulator. Essentially, a private server emulates the functions of a normal MMO server. It allows users to login and play as they would on a normal retail server. Private servers have gained their player base by being free to play and through content customisation. At the same time, they have been criticised for poor performance and low player population. There is mixed truth on both sides."
Why Is New Medal of Honor Game Not Controversial?
After a bit of time without the internet, Liam had nothing to do but think. And so think he did and he wondered why EA hasn't received the backlash that Atomic has for its game set in the war in Fallujah.
After a bit of time without the internet, Liam had nothing to do but think. And so think he did and he wondered why EA hasn't received the backlash that Atomic has for its game set in the war in Fallujah.
Myst Now Available On Good Old Games Service
dailygamesnews.com Good Old Games has announced the addition of Cyan Wolds games to their DRM-free marketplace. You can now grab Myst Masterpiece for $5.99 and plans for the future include adding Riven and The Manhole: Masterpiece Edition coming to the online digital download service.
dailygamesnews.com Good Old Games has announced the addition of Cyan Wolds games to their DRM-free marketplace. You can now grab Myst Masterpiece for $5.99 and plans for the future include adding Riven and The Manhole: Masterpiece Edition coming to the online digital download service.
Morgan Webb's Second Xbox 360 Dies
Is the new PlayStation 3 doomed to failure?
Morgan Webb's Second Xbox 360 Dies
"Consumers and developers alike have been talking about the variety of issues that have plagued Microsoft's Xbox 360 console since launch. The infamous Red Ring of Death was something that millions of consumers have had to deal with over the past few years. Although these issues are well-known, the exact failure rates are still unknown..."
Tips and tricks for new Naruto Shippuden Clash of Ninja Revolution 3 players
Tomy reveals character-specific tips
It flopped in America. Now, for its British launch, Sony has put the price up. Rebecca Armstrong reports on PlayStation's prospects The last time Sony launched a games console, it was an overnight sensation.
Morgan Webb's Second Xbox 360 Dies
"Consumers and developers alike have been talking about the variety of issues that have plagued Microsoft's Xbox 360 console since launch. The infamous Red Ring of Death was something that millions of consumers have had to deal with over the past few years. Although these issues are well-known, the exact failure rates are still unknown..."
Tips and tricks for new Naruto Shippuden Clash of Ninja Revolution 3 players
Tomy reveals character-specific tips
Kamis, 03 Desember 2009
Analysis: Clone Games & Fan Games -- Legal Issues
There are a few misconceptions in the indie development community concerning the definition and legality of clone games. Some take it as given that a legal clone can be a fan game, including many of the same visual and sound elements as the original.
Others believe that because some game companies don't enforce their IP rights against fan game developers, all fan games must be legal. Some may even believe that a game is simple and general enough to not warrant IP protection. This entry is designed to dispel some of the confusion and inaccuracy surrounding clone games and fan games.
There are a few misconceptions in the indie development community concerning the definition and legality of clone games. Some take it as given that a legal clone can be a fan game, including many of the same visual and sound elements as the original.
Others believe that because some game companies don't enforce their IP rights against fan game developers, all fan games must be legal. Some may even believe that a game is simple and general enough to not warrant IP protection. This entry is designed to dispel some of the confusion and inaccuracy surrounding clone games and fan games.
Xbox360 250GB + Natal to become the core box for $249?
Xbox360 250GB + Natal to become the core box for $249?
VGArabia: There have been a lot of rumors about how Microsoft would market its upcoming game changing peripheral (project Natal) when it will launch next year. Some people are saying that it will launch with a very responsible price with a collection of fourteen games, and a couple of these games being developed by Rare.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 3
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #23
VGArabia: There have been a lot of rumors about how Microsoft would market its upcoming game changing peripheral (project Natal) when it will launch next year. Some people are saying that it will launch with a very responsible price with a collection of fourteen games, and a couple of these games being developed by Rare.
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)Day 3
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming. Game #23
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)
Vibrant Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing screenshots released
Valve In Control Of Shutoff? Developers Burned By STEAM?
Zeiram Wing writes: Waking one morning ready to enjoy a freshly purchased game via STEAM, the client notified me of an update. Reading while it downloaded, the release notes stated yet another fix for the recently released Left 4 Dead 2.
Let me clarify before continuing. This was a STEAM CLIENT update just for Left 4 Dead 2, not a game patch.
Now, there's been talk of this recently, geared more towards the developer side of things, but the recent string of Valve-game-only client updates have me pondering another side of the question:
Is STEAM "unfair"?
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming
SEGA has released a bunch of Xbox 360/PS3 and Wii screenshots showing off their new and upcoming arcade racing game, Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing.
Valve In Control Of Shutoff? Developers Burned By STEAM?
Zeiram Wing writes: Waking one morning ready to enjoy a freshly purchased game via STEAM, the client notified me of an update. Reading while it downloaded, the release notes stated yet another fix for the recently released Left 4 Dead 2.
Let me clarify before continuing. This was a STEAM CLIENT update just for Left 4 Dead 2, not a game patch.
Now, there's been talk of this recently, geared more towards the developer side of things, but the recent string of Valve-game-only client updates have me pondering another side of the question:
Is STEAM "unfair"?
Top 25 Games of the Decade (2000-2009)
GameZone celebrates the end of a glorious decade of gaming
Rabu, 02 Desember 2009
Is God Of War Facing Stiff Competition?
Dante's Inferno demo dated
Is God Of War Facing Stiff Competition?
Does Sony have anything to worry about with God of War III possibly being overshadowed?
Tags: Europe , North America , PlayStation Network , Visceral Games O 5 Are you ready to explore the gates of hell? Well, soon you will as EA and Visceral Games has finally confirmed the release date of the Dante's Inferno demo.
Is God Of War Facing Stiff Competition?
Does Sony have anything to worry about with God of War III possibly being overshadowed?
Grumpy Gurevitz: Save Social Gaming as We Knew It
Grumpy Gurevitz Writes: Since the days of my Spectrum I have always had the chance to host, or go to someone else's to enjoy, a gaming session. This continued with my Amiga and in the years of the N64 to Playstation 2 it reached the apex of commitment with regular gaming sessions with four close friends.
We would spend an entire afternoon or evening eating junk food, generating lots of hot wind and playing a mixture of 'retro' and new titles on our consoles. The floor would be a mess of wires as we would have a PS2, Gamecube and Xbox all laid out in front of us. We would enjoy some nerdy banter, especially whenever the Xbox was taken out and switched on. The jokes mainly revolved around having to run the virus checker first and Bios before we could play a game. Other gags included us ribbing the Xbox owner that we were required to notify the national grid before we switched it on so they could arrange extra capacity.
These were good sessions.
Grumpy Gurevitz Writes: Since the days of my Spectrum I have always had the chance to host, or go to someone else's to enjoy, a gaming session. This continued with my Amiga and in the years of the N64 to Playstation 2 it reached the apex of commitment with regular gaming sessions with four close friends.
We would spend an entire afternoon or evening eating junk food, generating lots of hot wind and playing a mixture of 'retro' and new titles on our consoles. The floor would be a mess of wires as we would have a PS2, Gamecube and Xbox all laid out in front of us. We would enjoy some nerdy banter, especially whenever the Xbox was taken out and switched on. The jokes mainly revolved around having to run the virus checker first and Bios before we could play a game. Other gags included us ribbing the Xbox owner that we were required to notify the national grid before we switched it on so they could arrange extra capacity.
These were good sessions.
Raging Nerds: 10 Games that Need Sequels
The ending of a great game can be bittersweet. It can be a joyous event that brings all of the story together and brings a solid end to the experience. As good as these endings can be, there is one problem. It is the end.
So now what do you do? Do you move on to another game and try to hold on to the memory of the last? Or do replay the game to experience it again? Well, no matter what you do, you will no doubt be longing for the sequel. Here are 10 games (in no particular order) that need sequels… NOW!
The ending of a great game can be bittersweet. It can be a joyous event that brings all of the story together and brings a solid end to the experience. As good as these endings can be, there is one problem. It is the end.
So now what do you do? Do you move on to another game and try to hold on to the memory of the last? Or do replay the game to experience it again? Well, no matter what you do, you will no doubt be longing for the sequel. Here are 10 games (in no particular order) that need sequels… NOW!
News// Wii Audience "Only Trust Big Nintendo Brands"
News// Wii Audience "Only Trust Big Nintendo Brands"
God of War 3 demo and how it compares to Bayonetta
Thesavepoints: Hey people, it's been a long time (again), but I have a bit of time to write right now. Work and school make sure to keep me busy, but I still sneak in gaming time. So I've played some Demon's Souls, bought Uncharted 2 and beat it on hard (Single Player review coming later today or tomorrow hopefully), played some more Demon's Souls until Bayonetta came in through the mail. At that point, nothing else mattered. I've been sucked in this game every moment I could afford to play it. I'm almost done running through normal mode, so I'll be writing a review really soon before hopping on the harder difficulties.
Lightning Fish Games CEO Simon Prytherch has said that the Wii is suffering from a market and sales issue this year.
God of War 3 demo and how it compares to Bayonetta
Thesavepoints: Hey people, it's been a long time (again), but I have a bit of time to write right now. Work and school make sure to keep me busy, but I still sneak in gaming time. So I've played some Demon's Souls, bought Uncharted 2 and beat it on hard (Single Player review coming later today or tomorrow hopefully), played some more Demon's Souls until Bayonetta came in through the mail. At that point, nothing else mattered. I've been sucked in this game every moment I could afford to play it. I'm almost done running through normal mode, so I'll be writing a review really soon before hopping on the harder difficulties.
Konami Ships Storybook Workshop for Wii
Red Dead Redemption dated, latest trailer officially released
The Age of Activision is our Winter of Discontent
Activision hates you. Do not feel bad, persecuted, or alone, in truth Activision hates all of us. While it seems like an outrageous claim it is also very difficult to argue against. From the tiny tyrant Activision calls it's CEO right down to it's most esteemed developers like Infinity Ward, Activision seems hell bent on not only sodomizing our games but our wallets as well.
Konami Ships Storybook Workshop for Wii
Entertainment Title That Enables Families to Interact With Popular Fairy Tales and Fables From Around the World is Now Available
Rockstar's wild west inspired open-world game, Red Dead Redemption, has just been officially dated and will release on Xbox 360 and PS3 next year on April 27th in North America and April 30th in Europe.
The Age of Activision is our Winter of Discontent
Activision hates you. Do not feel bad, persecuted, or alone, in truth Activision hates all of us. While it seems like an outrageous claim it is also very difficult to argue against. From the tiny tyrant Activision calls it's CEO right down to it's most esteemed developers like Infinity Ward, Activision seems hell bent on not only sodomizing our games but our wallets as well.
Konami Ships Storybook Workshop for Wii
Entertainment Title That Enables Families to Interact With Popular Fairy Tales and Fables From Around the World is Now Available
Selasa, 01 Desember 2009
Ahead of the Bell: Netflix Downgraded on 1Q Risks
Ahead of the Bell: Netflix Downgraded on 1Q Risks
What kind of Pirate Are You?
Given the drop off in video game sales over the past few months, one must assume that there has been at least a slight increase in software piracy. Asides from the usual piracy suspects, people struggling to find employment tend not to worry as much about morality or the ramifications on the gaming industry as these are things that do not affect their own wallet. Add to this the holidays which will surely have some burned games nestled within stockings over a fireplace, and you have a game developer's nightmare.
Higher marketing costs from an expected ramp up of subscribers could pressure Netflix Inc.'s first-quarter earnings as well as the stock's recent run up to near 52-week high levels, an analyst said Tuesday as her downgraded the stock.
What kind of Pirate Are You?
Given the drop off in video game sales over the past few months, one must assume that there has been at least a slight increase in software piracy. Asides from the usual piracy suspects, people struggling to find employment tend not to worry as much about morality or the ramifications on the gaming industry as these are things that do not affect their own wallet. Add to this the holidays which will surely have some burned games nestled within stockings over a fireplace, and you have a game developer's nightmare.
Alvin and The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel Ships for Wii and DS
All-New Video Game For Wii™ And Nintendo DS™ Based On The Highly-Anticipated Theatrical Release Challenges Players' Rhythm This Holiday Season
All-New Video Game For Wii™ And Nintendo DS™ Based On The Highly-Anticipated Theatrical Release Challenges Players' Rhythm This Holiday Season
Sony sells 440,000 PS3 units during Thanksgiving week, PSP sales increase
Sony sells 440,000 PS3 units during Thanksgiving week, PSP sales increase
Tags: Sony , SCEA , Black Friday , Ratchet , LittleBigPlanet , Patrick Seybold O 3 Sony has revealed that the Playstation 3 has sold more than 440,000 units during the Thankgiving week with the PSP also seeing a significant sales increase.
Ubisoft Announces Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands
US Air Force buys 2,200 PS3 consoles
R18+ Rating For Games Rally in Brisbane (Australia) on 5 December
OXCGN: reminds gamers about the rally this Saturday:
"If YOU want games to be passed here in Australia that all other countries get, have the games rated in accordance with similar age rating levels overseas, and have more mature games clearly marked in an adult-only rating so parents have no excuse not to be more aware, then this issue IS something that ALL Australian gamers need to get behind."
Ubisoft Announces Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands
New Adventure in the Prince of Persia Sands of Time Series Debuts May 2010
When the Terminators come for usthey'll be powered by the Cell processor. The United States Air Force has put in an order for 2,200 PlayStation consoles.
R18+ Rating For Games Rally in Brisbane (Australia) on 5 December
OXCGN: reminds gamers about the rally this Saturday:
"If YOU want games to be passed here in Australia that all other countries get, have the games rated in accordance with similar age rating levels overseas, and have more mature games clearly marked in an adult-only rating so parents have no excuse not to be more aware, then this issue IS something that ALL Australian gamers need to get behind."
Ubisoft Announces Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands
New Adventure in the Prince of Persia Sands of Time Series Debuts May 2010
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