Updates (September, 2007)
September 30th, 2007
Last Updated 784 days, 5 hours, 48 minutes ago
PSP Cheats Updated
A total of 10 PSP games have been updated with cheats, including: Tony Hawk Underground 2 Remix, Battlezone, Final Fantasy I Anniversary Edition, Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters, Ace Combat X, Blitz: Overtime, and more!
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Team 17 has put together a Worms game that is definitely deserving of your attention. This one may very well be the best.
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The final update consist of just over 20 games, and they include: Need for Speed: ProStreet, Metal Gear Online, Final Fantasy XIII, Final Fantasy Versus XIII, Gran Turismo 5, Frontlines: Fuels of War, WWE SmackDown! Vs. RAW 2007, and many more. 784 days, 9 hours, 4 minutes old
PSP Screenshots Updated
10 PSP games updated, including: Final Fantasy VII: Crisis Core, Final Fantasy Tactics, Sonic Rivals 2, FIFA 08, Medal of Honor: Heroes 2, Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2, Silent Hill: Origins, and others. 784 days, 9 hours, 4 minutes old
Arnold's Press Pause and Rewind: September 30th
So, it seems like Sony dropped the ball again at TGS07. But now rumor is circulating they're announcing something big October 12th. And, I think it's time we raise HD awareness. 784 days, 11 hours, 43 minutes old - 0 comments
Ben's Week In Review: September 30
Warhawk is great (but I still shouldn't be competing in any tournaments), I question just how "huge" G4TV's announcement will be, and now that a FF VII remake seems unlikely, perhaps I can at least get a Jet Moto remake. 785 days, 4 hours, 12 minutes old - 0 comments
September 29th, 2007
Last Updated 785 days, 9 hours, 25 minutes ago
PS3 Cheats Updated
A dozen games have been updated such as: Super Puzzle Fighter, Rainbow Six Vegas, Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2, Lair, Tiger Wood 08, NHL 08, The Godfather, and more. Check them out. 785 days, 9 hours, 25 minutes old
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The day this review was finished, Midway delayed the game into next month. But here it is, a month early. Find out if Stranglehold will be worth your time.
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Haze might not just debut on the PS3; it might actually be permanently exclusive to the system, altogether. This should be interesting.
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According to this month's EGM, it appears Microsoft tossed a bagful of money in 2K Games' direction in order to keep Bioshock exclusive to the Xbox 360.
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If you think you've got the skills, prepare to compete for a few cool prizes. Just sign up for PSN At Home's upcoming contest, and see if you've got what it takes!
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It's crazy stuff, but would you believe that both NHL games are just about equal? Yeah, NHL 08 rocks too.
786 days, 1 hour, 30 minutes old - 0 commentsPS3 Screenshots Updated
A baker's dozen worth of screen galleries, such as Devil May Cry 4, Edge of Twilight, Time Crisis 4, Yakuza 3, Kane and Lynch, The Simpsons, and more. Enjoy! 786 days, 1 hour, 28 minutes old
September 28th, 2007
Last Updated 786 days, 17 hours, 33 minutes ago
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Sony has filed something new with the FCC - gotta be legal, you know - and the code number closely resembles that of the 80GB and 60GB PS3 models. ...is this the 40GB PS3 we've heard so much about?
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We knew a PS2 version of Rock Band would be coming to European PS2s, but we weren't sure about North America...until today. It's coming, and it'll be here this year!
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A translated scan from the latest issue of Famitsu has provided us with more information regarding these two upcoming blockbusters. No finalized characters yet...?
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2K Sports and EA are going at it again. We've got our first hockey review, NHL 2K8, up. See how well it fares.
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This fall, get ready for the music wars: Guitar Hero III vs. Rock Band. We take a close look at the latter, and realize it's the complete music package. 35 confirmed tracks inside!
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Sweet! If you signed up for an early look at the upcoming God of War for the PSP, you are about to be rewarded: Sony has shipped the demo discs, so get ready to drool.
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Oh, don't get all weepy; it's only one week. The demo has also been delayed, so now we're looking at October 11 for the demo and October 30 for the full version.
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Well, they hyped it up and then, because of "legal reasons," couldn't make the big unveiling. The mystery continues, but we'll let you know as soon as they come clean.
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Thursday is update day, and this week, we get two new game demos, five trailers/videos, and a couple add-ons for MotorStorm and Ninja Gaiden Sigma.
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Professional Ferrari driver Brunno Senna has had a chance to play Gran Turismo HD Concept, and he says the Ferrari is "too difficult." Yeah, you can't fool us, Mr. Ferrari Challenge game adviser!
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Don't worry, PAL gamers, they're not making you wait much longer: the US release is November 20 and the bad-boy duo will arrive in Europe and Australia on November 23.
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After Roger Ebert said video games "could never be art," Clive Barker has had a bit of a personal vendetta against the well-known movie critic. Here's the next chapter.
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Heavenly Sword is awesome, and that's due in large part to the fantastic Havok physics SDK and animation engines. See what Ninja Theory and Havok have to say about it.
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According to a recent interview with Famitsu, Tetsuya Nomura loves working with the PS3, and says the visuals in FF XIII and FF XIII Versus are "close to perfection."
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Last Updated 788 days, 5 hours, 41 minutes ago
PS3 Screenshots Updated
11 games updated, including: SKATE, Army of Two, Jericho, Race Car One, Unreal Tournament III, Dead Space, Burnout Paradise and others. 788 days, 5 hours, 41 minutes old
PS3 Cheats Updated
An assortment of PS3 cheats has been added for: All Pro Football 2K8, Calling All Cars, Def Jam ICON, Dynasty Warriors Gundam, Obliviob, Fantastic Four: 'Silver Surfer, and Folklore. More to come. 788 days, 7 hours, 1 minute old
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Well, no. But Activision has purchased PGR4 developer, Bizarre Creations, which means the developer can now produce games for "whatever platform they choose."
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In other words, he thinks the game will eventually come to the PS3 and other platforms as well. But he doesn't believe it'll be any time too soon, unfortunately.
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Well, this appears to be the final word: after toying with the idea for a while, Epic has decided not to include cross-platform play for UT3...at least, not for launch.
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According to the latest Kojima Productions Podcast, the team is starting work on the English MGS4 demo today! No release date, but perhaps we're talking Christmas...?
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Oh, don't cringe just yet; this isn't anything like Crossfire. In fact, DWG is much, much better...but unfortunately, that still isn't enough to make it good. Fun for a while, though!
789 days, 4 hours, 7 minutes old - 0 commentsRumor: Jet Moto To Get Next-Gen Treatment?
Warhawk certainly turned out great, didn't it? Well, given that, it seems the rumor mill is a-churnin', and Jet Moto may be the next PS1 classic to get a modern makeover. Oh, say it be so, Sony! 789 days, 4 hours, 9 minutes old - 0 comments
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We didn't get any super huge announcements from the Tokyo Game Show, but another show - "Attack of the Show" on G4TV - has promised a huge announcement tomorrow.
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DiRT has finally crash landed on the PlayStation 3. Are the differences between the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 version apparent? More importantly, is DiRT worth your time?
789 days, 5 hours, 19 minutes old - 1 commentUbisoft Announces New Tom Clancy Franchise
This Tom Clancy guy is trying to corner the game market, or something: Ubisoft is putting another title under his belt; it's called Tom Clancy's Air Combat. 789 days, 14 hours, 11 minutes old - 0 comments
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Sony Computer Entertainment Europe isn't entertaining any thoughts of a 40GB PlayStation 3 model; according to their official statement, it's nothing more than a rumor.
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Square-Enix is one of the biggest publishers in the industry, but that's primarily because they're huge in Japan. Now, they're trying to improve their "revenue stream" from the US and European markets by looking for an overseas partner.
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It's like 4-games-in-1, and when all of them are associated with the stellar Half-Life series, you've got one heck of a package. Add this one to your Christmas list NOW.
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PSM3 has the world exclusive review of this highly anticipated October release...and they have it a month early. Check out at least some of the results here.
789 days, 17 hours, 37 minutes old - 0 commentsCESA Reports TGS 2007 Attendance Numbers
Despite not having two imminent system launches like we had in 2006, this year's TGS still managed to set a new attendance record...barely. Business attendance was up (industry guys had two days instead of one), but general attendance fell. 790 days, 4 hours, 4 minutes old - 0 comments
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It was expected to release later this year, but EA and Pandemic feel it's best to delay Mercenaries 2: World in Flames until the first quarter of 2008. Damn.
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Take an early look into Radical's all new shapeshifting game. It's sounding pretty nice.
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Burnout Paradise is bound to become the best in the series, and we tell you everything we know about it so far.
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PS3 owners never got that port of the original Saints Row, but don't worry: Volition is preparing a bigger and badder sequel for both the PS3 and Xbox 360.
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We're big fans of racing games here, and we're quite excited about the newest Midnight Club. See why.
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Okay, so Capcom has Resident Evil and Konami has Silent Hill, but what does EA have? Well, nothing yet, but that's all going to change with the arrival of Deep Space.
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It was already slated to come out two weeks later than its Xbox 360 counterpart, but now it appears the PS3 version of Stranglehold won't arrive until late next month.
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Kazuo Hirai has said they need to "take care of a few things" before they will think about lowering the price of the PS3; they'd rather focus on the software for now.
791 days, 4 hours, 4 minutes old - 0 commentsRumor: FoxConn To Produce 40GB PS3
Sony didn't announce this mysterious "lower-spec" PS3 at TGS, but evidently, Sony has already approached the PS2 producer about manufacturing the 40GB PS3. 791 days, 4 hours, 7 minutes old - 0 comments
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The EBs are slowly but surely starting to disappear in favor of GameStops; could the merged companies be phasing out the good ol' Electronics Boutique? It seems so.
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PS3 Videos Updated, TGS Edition Pt. 2
More from the Tokyo Game Show, and we've got all the best videos from Metal Gear Online, Devil May Cry 4, Dynasty Warriors 6, White Knight Story, Dark Sector, Conan the Barbarian, The Simpsons: The Game, Echochrome, Winning Eleven: Pro Evolution Soccer 2008, and Project Origin. 792 days, 9 hours, 22 minutes old
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No, it's not Beautiful Katamari, but the game's director has confirmed that PS3 owners would soon be able to roll around on the PS3...perhaps with another title in the series.
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The crucial DS3 info is right here: the rumble feature is different than the Dual Shock 2 (despite initial reports), and the Sixaxis will last 15 hours with rumble enabled.
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While it remains true that the PS3 and PC versions should remain virtually identical, the PS3 version will have a "couple less maps." Eh, we can deal with that.
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Sega Rally Revo is nothing but all out fun. And if you enjoy fun, then you should really enjoy Sega Rally.
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We can safely say that Tony Hawk is soon to be dethroned with the release of SKATE. Read up on the details.
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It looks like, for the first time in a long time, we'll be getting a decent movie-to-game adaptation in the form of Beowulf. See why.
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There have been more than a few release dates flitting around the Internet for Conan the Barbarian, but THQ has clarified for the PS3 version: it's September 29 for most of Europe and October 23 for the U.S.
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Devil May Cry 4 is playable at TGS, but it's the new trailer that presented some new details: Nero and Dante show new ability, and Trish and Lady join Kyrie and Gloria.
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You-know-what isn't here, but we did learn that Final Fantasy XIII will indeed remain a PS3 exclusive, and three new Kingdom Hearts projects for handhelds are on the way.
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A Gran Turismo 5: Prologue demo is now scheduled to arrive on the PlayStation Store on October 20 (and it's free!), but the Blu-Ray and retail version won't hit until December 13. Still no word on how much it will cost, though.
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Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops was arguably the biggest title for the PSP this year, and now it seems Konami is already hard at work on Portable Ops 2. ...shocker.
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The Dual Shock 3 is official, but how many games will actually support the new rumble feature? Well, a whole lot, according to this latest updated list. Check it out!
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Hudson Brings Bomberman Land To PSP
Hudson Entertainment and Konami are releasing Bomberman Land for the Wii, DS and PSP in January 2008, and it looks to be a must-have for all fans of the legendary series. A portable Bomberman is essential, in our opinion. 794 days, 14 hours, 29 minutes old - 0 comments
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Obviously, some developers just don't have the hang of the PS3. Sony has heard their complaints, though, and they plan to do something about it; "new strategies" are coming.
794 days, 17 hours, 24 minutes old - 0 commentsTGS 2007: Sony Unveils Three "Non-Games"
No, seriously, that's the best way to describe them. During the big video montage at last night's keynote, Sony showed off three new PS3 programs: Aqua, Flower, and Dress. 794 days, 17 hours, 37 minutes old - 0 comments
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Four additions were made to the Euro Store today, and that includes two new PS1 classics, a bizarre "interactive screensaver"/game (LocoRoco!), and a free trailer.
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You don't have to wait until October 4 for the PSN demo; just pre-order the game and get it now! That's what we did, and after playing the demo, we're plenty happy.
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We learned at E3 that Metal Gear Solid 4 wouldn't make its estimated "Fall 2007" release date; it got pushed to "TBA 2008." But now, could it be back for "Winter 2007?"
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Sony has acquired MotorStorm developer Evolution - who is currently working on a sequel of sorts - and Bigbig Studios, responsible for the likes of Pursuit Force.
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Originally slated to release some time this fall, the PlayStation Home service unfortunately won't make it until Spring 2008. No news on that open beta, either...
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Sony TGS 2007 Conference Blogging...
Not much happened. DualShock 3 was announced. And that's about it. Move along, the show is over. 795 days, 7 hours, 44 minutes old - 0 comments
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Well, here it is...the confirmation we've all been waiting for: rumble is returning via the Dual Shock 3, which is essentially a standard Sixaxis with rumble built in. Nice!
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Unfortunately, this might actually be the biggest news of the night so far. Hirai says the Store and Network is "exploding," and we can now access the Store via our PC.
795 days, 6 hours, 45 minutes old - 0 commentsTGS 2007: Sony Talks PS2/PSP Sales, Functionality
Sony has kicked off their conference at the Tokyo Game Show, and here's the first recap of their intro, which included the PS2's continued dominance and the ever-increasing functionality of the PSP (especially when paired with the PS3). 795 days, 7 hours, 20 minutes old - 0 comments
PS3 Videos Updated, TGS Edition
Sony greeted TGS attendees with a horde of games at their pre-show presentation today, and we've got all the great videos right here...and yes, that includes the brand new Metal Gear Solid 4 trailer! But we've also got a two-part developer walkthrough for LittleBigPlanet and gameplay videos for Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, LocoRoco Cocoreccho!, Conan the Barbarian, Army of Two, and more. 795 days, 11 hours, 42 minutes old
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Sony stepped up to show off plenty of 07/08 games in their pre-TGS presentation, but while there were plenty of titles on display, there were no new announcements. ...those come later.
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A full, in-depth preview of everything you need to know about the gorgeous HD entry for WipeOut. It's sounding awesome!
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Besides the smaller hard drive, it now seems that this new PlayStation 3 model may be lacking a few more of the features found in the 60GB and 80GB versions.
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Those who stepped up to play Burnout Paradise at EA's pre-TGS press event found the PS3 controller come alive in their hands! Well, not really, but it did rumble.
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We had heard "three huge announcements" were on the way for TGS, but Capcom says the big stuff will arrive a couple weeks later at Capcom's upcoming London event. ...why, we have no idea.
796 days, 4 hours, 9 minutes old - 0 commentsRumor: Sixaxis To Do More Than Rumble?
We've heard plenty about the rumble returning to Sony's controller, but a recent filing with the U.S. Patent Office has revealed more possible plans...much more. 796 days, 4 hours, 2 minutes old - 0 comments
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The latest issue of Famitsu says a third-party game that will "save the PlayStation 3 in Japan" will be announced today. ...oh, for the love of God, S-E, just announce it!
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You'll be happy to hear that this isn't a game based on the crappy movie. Rather, what looks to be another pretty solid FPS entry.
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Pivotal Games will be bringing their successful franchise over to the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC next year. Read up on the details.
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Founder of GameConsultants.com, Dave Perry, has plenty of theories regarding game consoles. In a recent interview, he says Sony's PSP redesign isn't really a solution.
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The Japanese gaming magazine V-Jump apparently has a full spread dedicated to a new Kingdom Hearts project, but the details are little weak. Will we see it at TGS...?
796 days, 17 hours, 31 minutes old - 0 commentsResearch Firm: Games Market To Hit $47 Billion By 2009
The total gaming market value currently sits at about $33 billion, but that's just peanuts compared to what it should hit in the next two years, according to DFC Intelligence. They also have an interesting prediction concerning consoles... 796 days, 17 hours, 46 minutes old - 0 comments
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It's a sport that never gets a lot of attention, but that doesn't mean the PS2 can't get a solid bowling title. Unfortunately, Brunswick is the epitome of the word "bland."
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Conan the Barbarian is on the way for multiple platforms, but PS3 owners will have to wait a couple extra weeks: the Xbox 360 version hits this month, but the PS3 version won't be available until October 12.
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EA has come forward and unveiled the full music list for this year's b-ball title, and it's got a robust length of 19 total songs. Superstars plus five debut tracks included!
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It sure seems like it. The word is that Toshiba will be taking a full stake in the once split venture between Sony and Toshiba.
797 days, 9 hours, 4 minutes old - 0 commentsFormer Sega Marketing VP Signs On With Sony
Dave Karraker is gone, but Sony has moved quickly to replace him (even though the position has apparently changed a bit). Sega's Scott Steinberg should be a great fit. 797 days, 14 hours, 16 minutes old - 0 comments
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This is one rumor that may no longer be a rumor after this week: it seems Sony has issued new System Development Kits (SDKs), and they include the rumble option...
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The world lost Colin McRae in a helicopter crash over the weekend, and Codemasters has issued a heartfelt and classy statement concerning the tragedy. Truly sad news.
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Sony Liverpool has provided us with the 8 racing teams that will be in the upcoming PlayStation Store download, Wipeout HD. You'll probably recognize these names, too.
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Sony and Clap Hanz are currently working on Hot Shots Portable 2 for the PSP, and not only can you expect several upgrades, you can also look forward to online play!
798 days, 4 hours, 5 minutes old - 0 commentsBonus Content For Eternal Sonata PS3
Namco Bandai recently announced this game would be coming to the PS3, and while we have to wait until 2008, this new version will get a bunch of bonus features: new playable characters, costumes, and events! 798 days, 4 hours, 8 minutes old - 0 comments
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Epic asked their loyal community to volunteer names for a new CTF map in Unreal Tournament 3, and after fielding 60 suggestions, they've chosen a winner...
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Ben's Week In Review: September 16
Square-Enix is trying my patience (but I'll love them to death if it's true), Heavenly Sword is short but remains a beautiful and singular experience, and I'm just having a blast with gaming in general. 799 days, 3 hours, 26 minutes old - 0 comments
September 15th, 2007
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The PSP's grandest adventure is finally here. Was the game's enormous success in Japan with merit, and should we U.S. gamers take notice? We need games like this on the PSP!
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It's make or break for Square-Enix this week. Here's, what could be, undeniable proof of a remake coming. We will know for sure come this Wednesday.
799 days, 10 hours, 49 minutes old - 0 commentsNamco Bandai Confirms Eternal Sonata PS3
The rumors of this game coming to the PS3 are proven true; Namco Bandai has revealed that they'll be showing off Eternal Sonata PS3 at the Tokyo Game Show next week. 799 days, 17 hours, 37 minutes old - 0 comments
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GTA IV isn't coming out this year, but if you need a guilty pleasure action fix, look no further than the dastardly duo of Kane and Lynch. Crazy, yes, but still very appealing.
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We know this demo is going to hit the Store on October 4, but that's three weeks away. Want it now? Head down to GameStop/EB and pre-order the game to get the demo!
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Ok, we all know that Madden dominated the charts. But which version sold the most? And how well did Lair, Warhawk, and some of Wii's newer titles perform?
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We can usually expect fireworks from the Tokyo Game Show, and this year, it seems Capcom is readying a bunch of them. They've got "three huge announcements" lined up...
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One analyst says- to counter the launch of Halo 3 this month, Sony should announce the $399 40GB PS3 and the PS2 price drop at TGS...provided both rumors are true.
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One of the most anticipated games of 2007 is finally here, and we dive in headfirst and break it down, piece by piece. This is one fine production, from start to finish.
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A message on the network yesterday said they'd be bringing down the Warhawk servers for a couple hours early this morning...could this be the fix we've been waiting for?
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Everyone's always clamoring for extra content via the Store these days, but sometimes, it's just not a developer priority. Such was the case with Ninja Theory and this hot action title.
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A whole bunch of stuff is new to the PlayStation Store this week, including demos for FIFA 08 and NHL 08, and some new trailers (Warhawk, Lair, Folklore, Soul Calibur IV, etc.)
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Simply put, Puzzle Fighter is the greatest puzzle game ever. And the HD remix makes it that much sweeter.
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The hardware numbers are in, and everyone but one company had a drop. Did the PS3 manage to hold on? Find out. Software numbers will be coming soon.
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Initially rated "T" for Teen, the ESRB has evidently changed their minds and upped the rating on this hotly anticipated action title to "M" for Mature. Not sure why, though...
801 days, 14 hours, 25 minutes old - 0 commentsPS3 Firmware 1.93 Download Issue Fixes
If you're experiencing issues downloading the new firmware launched last night, here are some ailments you can try. One of them personally worked for us. 801 days, 15 hours, 42 minutes old - 1 comment
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The previous information regarding a semi-confirmed estimated price tag sparked some controversy, but Sony says they still haven't decided on a cost. EUR 45 IS high.
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In perhaps the biggest pre-TGS news yet, a Kojima Productions employee has revealed that both MGS4 and Metal Gear Online will be playable at TGS 2007. Awesome!
801 days, 17 hours, 36 minutes old - 0 commentsPS3 Videos Updated
We've updated with all kinds of new videos for the PS3, and that includes the following: NBA Live 08, FIFA 08, Team Fortress 2, DiRT, The Simpsons: The Game, Heavenly Sword, SKATE, Blazing Angels II: Secret Missions, and NHL 08. 802 days, 3 hours, 47 minutes old
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Yet another compilation has come our way, and this one consists of no less than 39 old-school titles. Unfortunately, you probably won't recognize many of these "classics."
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Clarification: it was supposed to be at the store yesterday, but it wasn't. It appears distribution was a day late, so retailers should be getting Heavenly Sword today.
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Sony bosses are saying there will be special areas restricted to those 18 years of age and up within PlayStation Home: the possibility of a casino, along with the obvious...
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Yes, the first next-gen Yakuza will be exclusive to the PS3, but unfortunately, it hasn't yet been announced for the U.S. or Europe. What, we gotta move to Japan now?
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We've found images that may very well prove the existence of a Final Fantasy VII remake. And they came straight from Square-Enix. By the way, that image to the right is one of those images.
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EA has confirmed that a playable FIFA 08 demo will hit the PlayStation Store tomorrow - the full game releases on the 28th - but we're not sure if this includes the U.S...
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Yes, that's right: European gamers will be getting Final Fantasy Tactics: The Lion War for the PSP before American gamers. Square-Enix has just revealed this release date.
802 days, 17 hours, 18 minutes old - 0 commentsSony: Firmware Updates For PS3/PSP Imminent
The last PS3 firmware update caused some problems, so v1.93 is designed to fix those issues, and the PSP update is just loaded with tons of new goodies: download your own themes, listen to music while viewing photos, etc. 802 days, 17 hours, 38 minutes old - 0 comments
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Both of these new accessories look great; each of them comes fully equipped with a horde of features, and if you're online a lot, these are simply must-haves.
802 days, 17 hours, 36 minutes old - 0 commentsOvernight Downtime
We apologize for the downtime that occurred overnight. Our server was under maintenance for optimal performance. 802 days, 17 hours, 41 minutes old
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Naughty Dog's upcoming PS3 exclusive has a confirmed release date: November 20. But it's gonna be butting heads with one of the most anticipated RPGs of the year...
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Another major publisher has stepped up and revealed their list for this year's Tokyo Game Show, and it includes Dynasty Warriors 6 and Bladestorm: The Hundred Years War.
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Good news, European gamers: Sony has announced an estimated price tag for Gran Turismo 5 Prologue. Plus, one other cool little feature has come to light...
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We figured it was coming, but it's nice to get the official confirmation: a playable demo of Ratchet and Clank Future: Tools of Destruction drops on October 4!
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Don't fret, Euro gamers, this list of 2007 PSN downloadable titles for the Store is very good: it includes Gran Turismo 5 Prologue, LocoRoco Cocoreccho!, and more!
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The Sims is hugely popular, so are you really surprised to see it on the PSP? You shouldn't be. Castaway could be the perfect title to ease novice gamers into the Sim world.
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We all assumed we'd see Unreal Tournament 3 in November, and while that date remains, Epic reminds us they "want to get it right"...and that could spell delay.
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Here's one look at how a big PS1 and PS2 library will function on both PS3 models: they approach backwards compatibility very differently, so expect some changes...
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This atmospheric crime/drama title was expected to release some time next year, but Take-Two Interactive has removed L.A. Noire from its 2008 fiscal release schedule.
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Ready at Dawn has announced the release date for this upcoming PSP blockbuster, and even better, they've got a sweet reward for those who signed up for the demo!
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So the PlayStation 3's most controversial title, surprisingly, ends up being Lair. Is it as bad as they say? No. But it isn't great, either.
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According to an inside source, Sony is not only planning to drop the price of the 80GB PS3 for the holidays, they're also prepping a new 40GB PS3 with a cool Spider-Man 3 pack-in!
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It's one of the biggest weeks for the PS3 since the system's launch: both Heavenly Sword and DiRT are arriving, and there are several solid titles on other platforms, too.
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The FF VII remake rumor continues to be big news: that online petition, which has accumulated over 20,000 signatures, has warranted a response from Square-Enix...it's a no-go, but again, there is an opening!
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It's no secret that the European PlayStation Store hasn't enjoyed the same frequency of updates since the system's launch...and Euro gamers are none too happy about it. Will SCEE respond to the call for action?
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This hot new PSP game has only been out a little over a week, but it already has some impressive sales. And with good sales comes extra content for download.
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If you wanted to see the guy that walked away a winner of the PS3 Giveaway #2, here it is. Bill just sent us a picture of himself with his new buddy. He's getting a copy of Warhawk from us too!
805 days, 7 hours, 33 minutes oldArnold's Press Pause and Rewind: September 9th
Ohhh, nostalgia. Someone's always quick to point out that some dated 32-bit or 64-bit game is better than its successor. And I say B.S. 805 days, 10 hours, 38 minutes old - 0 comments
Ben's Week In Review: September 9
The FF VII remake really COULD happen, I much prefer that graphics synthesizer chip in my 60GB PS3 for backwards compatibility (emulation sucks), and perhaps Factor 5 and Sony are executing damage control for Lair... 805 days, 14 hours, 28 minutes old - 0 comments
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Sega has issued release dates for their 2007 titles, and unfortunately, The Club has been delayed until 2008. But hey, there are other games on the way this year, including Sega Rally and The Golden Compass.
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We're all anxiously awaiting a concrete release date, but it seems the team may be further along than anybody expected. They're already working on the online portion!
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Lair hasn't been received so well by some critics, but Sony and Factor 5 simply believe they're not playing it correctly: thus, this Reviewers Guide. ...will it really help?
807 days, 3 hours, 50 minutes old - 0 commentsPS3 Videos Updated
We've got 15 great new videos for you, and that includes Heavenly Sword, Army of Two, Folklore, Medal of Honor: Airborne, Lair, Rock Band, FIFA 08, NBA Live 08, Battlefield: Bad Company, Need for Speed ProStreet, and more! 807 days, 4 hours, 2 minutes old
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It's the first PS3 entry in the long-running series, and while it looks good, sounds good, and - for the most part - plays good, it really won't appeal to anyone but big fans.
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Yes, Half-Life 2: Orange Box will be two to three weeks behind the Xbox 360 and PC versions, but it has NOTHING to do with any development issues on the PS3.
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David Karraker played a key role at SCEA, and now that he's leaving, one analyst believes that could negatively affect the holiday potential of the PS3. But hey, we believe it still comes down to the games.
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EA Sports boss Peter Moore has said their problems with Sony's next-gen console will soon disappear; their future sports titles will run at 60fps on the PS3.
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Yep, its that time. PSX Extreme is giving away yet another Playstation 3 and this one is a stunner. Sign-up to get your Special Edition Red PS3 from PSX Extreme. We already gave away two PS3s, are you the lucky chap to win the third?
807 days, 21 hours, 57 minutes oldStar Ocean 4 Exclusive To PS3
We knew SO4 was going to be exclusive to one platform, but we didn't know which platform that would be. However, Famitsu has apparently delivered the good news: the new Star Ocean will indeed be exclusive to the PS3. 807 days, 18 hours, 3 minutes old - 0 comments
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It's one of the most popular FPS franchises, and this sequel seems primed to provide some fantastic WWII action. Heroes was good, Hereos 2 should be even better.
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Don't have a 360 or good-quality gaming PC? Have a PS3 and really want to play Bioshock? Then maybe you should let 2K know about; your voice could be heard...
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Firmware update v1.92 has helped to fix some of the backwards compatibility issues with PS1/PS2 titles, and Sony's new search engine will specify game b/c problems.
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Burnout Paradise is shaping up nicely, and now there's increased camera functionality (take your own picture for your license!) and one unique PS3 feature...
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The PS3 version of the game dropped off Atari's latest release schedule, causing most to believe it had been delayed. But thankfully, it was all a "misunderstanding."
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Attention, FF VII fans: you have never seen this before from Square-Enix. This is the first time they haven't dismissed the idea completely out of hand; it's now a "question of timing."
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If you had the title of Senior Director of Corporate Communications at SCEA, would you want to leave? Perhaps not, but Karraker has announced that he has decided to move on.
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It's not Madden and it's not Blitz; it's somewhere in between, and it features a bevy of NFL superstars both new and old. But is it worthy of any football fan's attention?
809 days, 4 hours, 5 minutes old - 0 commentsFirmware 1.92 Causing Connection Problems
The latest firmware update for the PS3 has been causing problems for users, apparently. Connecting to the Network and Store is suddenly impossible for some, but Sony is aware of this and are currently working towards a fix. 809 days, 3 hours, 45 minutes old - 0 comments
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The next God of War is for the PSP, and we've been itching to hear more about it ever since its unveiling. Well, Sony has sent out an e-mail that offers a few more details.
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PS3 Walkthroughs Updated
We've updated a baker's dozen worth of walkthroughs. See if which games have been added, perhaps you'll find something you've been looking for. 809 days, 4 hours, 34 minutes old
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Those who own Warhawk have probably encountered a few unfortunate problems, but don't think the developers aren't aware- they are aware, and they're working on it now.
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Xbox 360 owners have already had a blast with a playable Stranglehold demo on Live, but now, PS3 users should also receive that demo: it'll arrive in tomorrow's PSN update.
809 days, 17 hours, 50 minutes old - 0 commentsStar Ocean 4 Details Emerge
A bunch of new SO4 details have arrived, and also one very big announcement: the game will be exclusive to one platform...we just don't know what that platform is just yet. It should either be the PS3 or Xbox 360, though. 809 days, 17 hours, 59 minutes old - 0 comments
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Attention UT fans- prepare to make your mark in Unreal Tournament 3. All you gotta do is provide a great name to one map, and if you win, you get the credit (literally)!
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Yes, here it is: the list of games Square-Enix is bringing to the Tokyo Game Show this month. No FF XIII or FF VII PS3 remake (ha!), but we get a new video for The Last Remnant and mobile phone users will enjoy the return of Tobal.
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A pair of Wedbush Morgan Securities analysts are predicting a $100 price drop for the new 80GB PS3 model before the end of 2007, and possibly another price cut for early 2008.
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Initially scheduled for holidays 2007, Pandemic's freedom-oriented shooter may not arrive until next year. It's not official yet, though, so perhaps there's still hope.
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Yup, Sony is definitely gearing up for the Tokyo Games Show, and it appears attendees will have a ton of games to play. 36 are inside with 4 "mystery" games to come...
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The update was released earlier today and we have no idea what it exactly does. But here's what some people have noticed...
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Everyone loves free things. Well, the new PS3 starter-pack will offer Heavenly Sword, Formula One: CE, and a second SixAxis. Oh and, Blockbuster UK has a deal that's even better. Look inside!
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Sony will be releasing 725k shares to the stock market in order to use the money obtained to fund various other groups, such as the PlayStation brand.
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Sony is giving MotorStorm yet another large update. We've got the full details on what to expect.
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Ben's Week In Review: September 1
EA whines like a child, the FF VII remake leaps back into focus, Sony has been spying on me to make me buy a PSP, and I'm nearing the end of Bioshock and Warhawk is waiting in the wings. 813 days, 18 hours, 14 minutes old - 0 comments
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We all know how good this game looks, and Guerilla says it simply wouldn't be possible to make Killzone 2 on another system. It goes beyond Blu-Ray's size capacity, too.
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Japan is getting this awesomely fun ground-to-air shooter, too, even though it won't arrive until October 4. Furthermore, only the PSN downloadable version will be available.
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