Updates (December, 2008)
December 31st, 2008
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If you're a Tim Schafer fan, you're most certainly a Psychonauts fan, right? Well, Double Fine needs your help to fill up a Wikipedia-style "Psycho-pedia!"
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EA's PC online store is charging users an automatic "EDS" fee so you can re-download the game for 2 years...will this idea come to consoles, too?
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NIS has just launched the official website for Disgaea 2 PSP, and we learn that it boasts a score of improvements, plus extra content for all the fans.
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To celebrate the Japanese launch of White Knight Chronicles, we give you two Cinematic videos, plus new trailers for Resident Evil 5, Street Fighter IV, Afro Samurai, Yakuza 3, X-Blades and more!
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Yes, there are many factors to consider when you buy a video game console, but sitting pretty at the top of the priority list, after all these years, is...
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Back in the day, it was the only way to indulge in multiplayer entertainment. But these days, it's an aging option and not such a great one in RE5...
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Annoyed at the lack of RPGs this generation? Well, maybe it's because your game playing brethren just don't buy enough of 'em. Capcom knows the score.
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Last Updated 1140 days, 8 hours, 41 minutes ago
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Yep, here they are! We're giving you a shot at debating and arguing and conversing until your typing fingers fall RIGHT off. Awards come in a few days...
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We all worry about movies based on games, but shockingly, this trailer looks damn good. Could this be one of the first worthwhile films for game fans?
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By now, it should be clear that Blu-Ray is the wave of the future. And will its obvious advantages give the PlayStation 3 the edge in movies AND games?
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Currently, if you're in PlayStation Home, you're in an open beta test. But according to director Jack Buser, it might ALWAYS be in this "test" format.
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Okay, call off the dogs; the hunt for the best Killzone 2 pre-order incentive is here: do it at GameStop, and gain access to an exclusive playable demo!
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The original offered handheld fans a very unique puzzle experience and the sequel should deliver once again. This one will brighten your day, guaranteed!
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The biggest metal band in the world is getting their very own version of Guitar Hero, and we can't wait to get our hands on it. Details within.
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Originally released on the GBA, Square-Enix brings us the 3D PS2 version this month, and our expectations were high. Kingdom Hearts is always good...right?
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The negative end-of-year stories are everywhere, but clearly, nobody feels like looking at the actual 2008 sales numbers. Gee...might be important.
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Due to the announcement that Sony had drastically cut production costs on the PS3, the company's stock has surged; it's already at a 2-week high.
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Apparently, the ESRB has rated four old-school Sega classics for distribution on the Network: Sonic 3, Phantasy Star II, Comix Zone and Gunstar Heroes.
1141 days, 4 hours, 39 minutes old - 19 commentsDecember 29th, 2008
Last Updated 1141 days, 13 hours, 55 minutes ago
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First, we killed off the ridiculous "PS3 has no games" argument, and now it's time to bury another one that is out-dated: multiplat games are worse on PS3.
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Not every IP owner is jumping up and down and screaming when someone puts their licensed material in a LBP level; some are actually embracing the idea.
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It's not the best incentive in pre-order history, but if you pre-order KZ2 from Best Buy, you will receive a free PS3 theme that no one else can get.
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This number isn't confirmed, but if it's accurate, it's not bad. Sony may have wanted more, but in light of recent feedback, 130,000 is agreeable.
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Tekken 5 leads from wire to wire, so it easily takes home the Gold Medal. Can it stand up to the other PS2 Gold winners when we do the final showdown...?
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Capcom says we can expect a very "special surprise" some time soon, but is the cat already out of the bag? Is the original Dead Rising coming to the PSN?
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You may be confused by all the GT5 release date rumors floating around the Internet. It's not "delayed" and the 2010 quote is over 5 months old!
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The original F.E.A.R. suffered major technical drawbacks when it finally came to the PlayStation 3, but Monolith won't let that happen with the sequel.
1142 days, 4 hours, 50 minutes old - 12 commentsDecember 28th, 2008
Last Updated 1142 days, 10 hours, 40 minutes ago
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Does Codemasters have something of interest up their sleeves with this action shooter? It's quite possible.
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Sony's much anticipated MMORPG is coming along extremely well, and we detail what you can expect to see.
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It takes place during World War II...No! Wait! Come back! There's more to it than that. It's actually a stealth-action game much like Splinter Cell, with a nice twist.
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The sequel to the horror shooter is nearing completion and will be here in just a few months. Read up on the details.
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Prince of Persia kicks off a "non-existent death" debate, the great RPGs have arrived (no more complaining!), and I start Gears 2...which rules. Duh.
1143 days, 4 hours old - 35 commentsDecember 27th, 2008
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Okay, we're finally paying homage: it seems painfully obvious that VC is one helluva game, and not anywhere near enough people are recognizing it.
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It has already started: the jealous hate of the elitist crowd, desperately trying to tear down KZ2. Well, they can try...but this game is freakin' immune.
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Yeah, well, I couldn't think of a better headline. This is the third entry in the ongoing saga, and it was SUPPOSED to be the last, but...things change...
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As much as we dislike giving GameSpot props for anything these days, we have to admit they've given Kojima good recogntion: Game of the Year to MGS4.
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It's interesting but hardly surprising: after only 15 minutes, the attractive heroes and heroines can cause self-esteem issues amongst gamers.
1144 days, 4 hours, 59 minutes old - 33 commentsDecember 26th, 2008
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Come on, what did ya get! Here's your chance to brag about all the gifts you opened yesterday, and just how much fun you're going to have with 'em.
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They dubbed the original "the happiest game on earth," so it can only be good news to learn that North America will finally receive the sequel in February.
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So said the man himself, although he wouldn't confirm a skateboard peripheral. Even so, we know you won't play this game with "your hands," so...
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If you haven't beaten Prince of Persia yet, here's all you need to know: it has a cliffhanger ending that very clearly points towards a story continuation...
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You may remember this game from when we first unveiled it back in late 2006, and after all this time, you might've thought the worst. But don't worry!
1145 days, 2 hours, 41 minutes old - 3 commentsDecember 25th, 2008
Last Updated 1145 days, 5 hours, 49 minutes ago
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Lara Croft's newest adventure had a lot of potential, but it ultimately fails thanks to three crippling problems.
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This first next-generation Bond game surely isn't the second coming of GoldenEye. And despite the Call of Duty 4 engine, it still fails to make an impact.
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Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and any other cheerful greeting to everyone around the world from PSX Extreme. We can't thank you all enough!
1146 days, 3 hours, 28 minutes old - 74 commentsDecember 24th, 2008
Last Updated 1146 days, 16 hours, 12 minutes ago
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If you were hoping that this PS3 exclusive zombie shooter would rival the 360's Left 4 Dead, we have bad news: it appears Redwood Falls is now "on hold."
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Yep, not just a list, a guide! GameSpy has a special Trophy guide that will show you how to get every last Trophy in Fallout 3. For the hardcore only!
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You probably assumed that Hideo Kojima had another project up his sleeve, but did you know there were TWO? And that one is created with a Western tinge?
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It's guaranteed to be one of the hottest titles in 2009, and we take a look at how this relatively unique, fast-action title should deliver big time!
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Yeah, gift cards are a big part of the holidays for most gamers, so here are a few suggestions as to how to spend those new funds. You need the help, right?
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In a recent interview with the series producer, he says that although the team took many new design risks, not enough critics recognized this bold attempt.
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At launch, it cost Sony $840 to manufacture one PlayStation 3 console, but now it costs only $445. Will the system start turning a profit early next year?
1147 days, 4 hours, 43 minutes old - 46 commentsDecember 23rd, 2008
Last Updated 1147 days, 11 hours, 29 minutes ago
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RPG fans, today's surprise PSN addition is just for you: it's the original Suikoden, and even after 12 years, it's a must for avid role-players!
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It's the truth. As much as I will always admire the ingenious move by Nintendo to cater to "everyone else," we have to finally embrace the obvious fact...
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The once-hyped Rockstar title was high on everyone's radar, but has since disappeared. And now, it's not part of Take-Two's 2009 lineup, either.
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Yep, it's true: Sony, Microsoft and Capcom will assemble teams of 20 (each with a leader from the respective companies), and duke it out in SFIV!
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PlayStation Asia reports that a new PlayStation Home update covers the Central Plaza in freshly fallen snow, and even adds a Christmas tree for flavor.
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We know the PS3 exclusives next year will dominate, but did the PS3 win the war of software in 2008? Is it Sony's "Big 3" versus Microsoft's "Big 3?"
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The series has become quite popular on the PSN, and popular demand dictates that the PSN gets one of 'em: so here comes PixelJunk Monsters for ya!
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Although the gamers were happy that Take-Two defied EA, it cost $11 million and Take-Two stock has taken a steep dive over the past few months.
1148 days, 4 hours, 46 minutes old - 16 commentsDecember 22nd, 2008
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Despite constant refusals to drop the price of the PlayStation 3, Euro consumers are spotting a PS3 bundle that clearly boasts a substantial price cut...
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The RPG genre lacks the luster of past years, and fans are starting to worry... Will FFXIII and FF Versus XIII be this generation's role-playing saviors?
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Although Free Radical may be done, their biggest project may not be... The rumor is that there is still interest out there for TS4, so might it survive?
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Perhaps due to Capcom's special proprietary engine, the Producer feels the PS3 isn't "too tough" to develop for, which is good news for other devs...
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Holy... If this is how all the new GameStops are gonna look in the future, count us in. Apparently, one is being tested out in Florida now. Check it out!
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Not surprisingly, the fifth Tekken entry is kicking the snot out of the other games in this poll, but the Silver and Bronze medals are definitely up for grabs.
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The newest batch of rumors includes a big one: could the Bioshock sequel debut on the PlayStation 3, thereby giving Microsoft a dose of its own medicine?
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We really dislike using that word, but essentially, that's exactly what Famitsu has done: they've given this highly anticipated RPG a disappointing 27/40.
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If you want to know which game was the "Best Embrace of Democracy" and which title scored "Best Vindication," check this out...and GTAIV wins again.
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According to the recent stats, Blu-Ray is completely ignoring the worldwide recession and flourishing in Europe. Will the U.S. see similar success?
1149 days, 4 hours, 9 minutes old - 24 commentsDecember 21st, 2008
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I wrote this review in the midst of an emotional breakdown. So if you spot mistakes in the text, it's because my eyes were full of tears, as I mourned the death of Sega's once great mascot. Poor Sonic...he once lead a good life.
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We figured it was about time for the PA boys to get their own game, and you get a whole lot of that patented humor and flair. This is really quite fun!
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I remember exactly why I love Final Fantasy, our Eat Sleep Play interview went exceedingly well, I wait for Christmas games, and "the girl" is...well...
1150 days, 3 hours, 28 minutes old - 25 commentsDecember 20th, 2008
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This error has been around for several months, and Sony is currently working on a patch to fix it. But in the meantime, don't go changing your PSN ID...
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If you've been waiting for your chance to prove just how skilled you are at R2, your chance has just arrived. It's the big Resistance 2 Online Tournament!
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Readers, you may consider this our holiday gift to you. We talk to Eat Sleep Play co-founders Dave Jaffe and Scott Campbell; so many topics; such great stuff!
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Capcom loves its fans. The SFIV Collectors Edition for North America has just been unveiled, and it's one of the sweetest overall packages you will ever see!
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The latest Pulse episode showed off the 10 most downloaded titles of the year, and PAIN tops the list. We also see some other interesting games on there...
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This is one of the most anticipated early features of Home, but we've just heard that it won't quite make it for 2008. Can we take to the skies in January?
1151 days, 4 hours, 40 minutes old - 17 commentsDecember 19th, 2008
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We'll hand out our coveted Game of the Year awards later, but for now, we're giving you a list of what we consider to be the 2008 "Essentials." Don't miss 'em!
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If you have a wireless headset or Rock Band mic, you'll be able to record your own jeers and put them into MLB 09! ESPN has a ton of details for this one.
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In what can be interpreted as a little jab at Microsoft, Sony's David Reeves says you won't grow the industry with "shoddy hardware." Well, it's true, right?
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You heard about the distinct possibility of this content a few days ago, and now it's official. Check out all the great Metal Gear content headed to LBP!
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Sure, Mario 64 was 3D but...well, it wasn't really 3D, you know? Perhaps a new days is dawning in the industry, although we admit to having doubts...
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In the biggest and most shocking news of the year, 3D Realms has released - get this - another DNF screenshot! No, seriously. A whole new pic. Wheee.
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It seems that the developer of the ill-fated Haze has been forced into bankruptcy proceedings, which means the fate of TimeSplitters 4 is up in the air...
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Home will soon be updated from 1.03 to 1.04, but Sony needs to relieve some of the pressure on their servers, so they're temporarily disabling voice chat.
1152 days, 5 hours old - 25 commentsDecember 18th, 2008
Last Updated 1152 days, 14 hours, 3 minutes ago
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You should log on to the Store today, because you can nab Chronicles for $5.99, and Battle-Cars gets a price drop and a horde of new content.
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This remake of the 1988 classic drops some time next year, and with its heavy emphasis on gore, Namco says players will have a "very messy good time."
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Yay! Square-Enix has finally confirmed that Dissidia: Final Fantasy for the PSP will come to North America and Europe. But it's gonna take a WHILE... Boo.
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Thanks to a few key titles, Take-Two Interactive had a very profitable 2008, and in the last quarter, the PlayStation 3 led the way for publishing dollars.
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Boy, do we have a treat for you: the VGA World Premier trailers are great, and the two Final Fantasy XIII and Versus XIII trailers will BLOW YOU AWAY.
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Cut loose by the Activision/Blizzard/Vivendi maneuvering, Atari picked up Ghostbusters, and Phil Harrison thinks he made the right decision.
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All PS3 games in 2009 and beyond will have to boast Trophies, and that includes Street Fighter IV. These 48 Trophies are gonna seriously test your skills!
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The confusing saga of the Resident Evil 5 demo continues: Capcom has confirmed it'll arrive in the U.S. early next year, but no mention of the PSN...
1153 days, 4 hours, 55 minutes old - 14 commentsDecember 17th, 2008
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Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill are confirmed to play Batman and The Joker respectively in the upcoming Batman game. Both are used to these roles.
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According to Famitsu, the Japanese PlayStation Home will receive new updates tomorrow, including Tekken and Soul Calibur Lounges, plus more items.
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It could be an insanely popular Level Pack, and it seems the Asian PlayStation website has let it slip...the Metal Gear Solid 4 pack could be imminent!
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We're hoping this isn't the big news Kojima hinted at a few days ago, but it answers that cryptic message. Konami unveiled a few other mobile games, too.
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We've already said we believe the PS3 exclusives in 2009 will rule the school, but we're plenty capable of talking about the 360 exclusives we wish we had.
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It's time to deck the halls - and the SackBoy - with all sorts of holiday-themed stuff! On Thursday, the first level pack features some very cute DLC.
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Combine that cryptic Metal Gear message from a few weeks ago and Kojima's recent hint that we'll get a big unveiling within the next few weeks, and...yeah.
1154 days, 4 hours, 58 minutes old - 29 commentsDecember 16th, 2008
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Yep, the band has lifted the lid on their Guitar Hero title, which is scheduled to release early next year. But you had best get ready for a real challenge!
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Although everyone is talking about Home's potential impact on the PlayStation 3, it seems clear that Sony wants the service to continue well into the future.
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Although Sony said a PSP2 isn't in the works, this rumor says it's coming "later," and another upgrade will release towards the end of next year.
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Two problems facing Sony are the cost of the PS3, and the marketing campaigns surrounding it. SCE UK boss Ray Maguire talks about both; check it out.
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Yep, that weird suicide bomber from the Disgaea series gets his own game, but this one is a brutally difficult 2D side-scroller. Fresh and amusing, no?
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After the Video Game Awards, we started to wonder if the PS3's exclusive titles for 2009 might dominate...plenty of amazing titles in different genres!
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We all want to know what the next step is for Hideo Kojima, but perhaps you didn't realize that it includes the Metal Gear Solid movie! Oh yes, it's coming.
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There are multiple bidders going for the struggling publisher, but Warner just picked up 10 million more shares of Eidos. Their stake is now over 19%.
1155 days, 4 hours, 40 minutes old - 5 commentsDecember 15th, 2008
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LittleBigPlanet is a legitimate phenomenon, which means everyone's ears are perked to hear about this "secret project" Media Molecule is working on...
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It was only a rumor before but now it's official: the team that produced Dead Space is hard at work on a title based on Dante Alighieri's "The Divine Comedy."
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Home is here, but and while everyone agrees it has a long way to go, everyone also recognizes the potential. And Sony wants it to push PS3s...
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After the teaser trailer last night at the Spike VGAs, Sony sent out an official press release featuring a few impressive details. No date yet, though.
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God of War II remains in the top spot for the second week of voting, and that means it beats out the likes of MGS3 and GTA to claim top Best Action honors.
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We figured it was inevitable, but it's still embarrassing. Certain guys who refuse to grow up are already blatantly insulting female Home users.
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Immediately after God of War: Chains of Olympus released, Ready at Dawn said they were done with the PSP. But might they be reconsidering that vow...?
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Regardless of the result, there was bound to be some controversy. With more than a few worthy contenders for GoY this year, Grand Theft Auto IV wins.
1156 days, 4 hours, 28 minutes old - 39 commentsDecember 14th, 2008
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I really don't want to see physical media disappear, Heavy Rain is one of my most anticipated titles of 2009, and I finish Dead Space and wait on Christmas.
1157 days, 2 hours, 40 minutes old - 51 commentsDecember 13th, 2008
Last Updated 1157 days, 15 hours, 27 minutes ago
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The latest rumor is a sad one: it says that EA will shut down their Black Box studio, which means the long-enduring NFS series could disappear for good.
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Perhaps it's not surprising, but it's still depressing. As great as this game is, it seems like just about every gamer in the U.S. has ignored it completely.
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This is a really disheartening trend, and I'm wondering if anyone else has noticed it. Before, it was about pride, but now, the fanboys are all about hate.
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Infinity Ward has revealed they aren't planning any downloadable content for CoD4; what you see is what you get, and they're moving on to future projects.
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Uh-oh...a huge ad in the latest Famitsu has revealed that one of the franchise's most recognizable faces is gone. Here, Chris looks at a gravestone of...
1158 days, 4 hours, 59 minutes old - 34 commentsDecember 12th, 2008
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Publishers are less willing than ever to take chances on unproven studios or developers with fresh concepts. Gamers have the power to change this...
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Tim Schafer's latest has been hovering in standby mode without a publisher, but now it seems clear: EA recognizes the potential, and they wanna publish it.
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There's a question mark because this isn't official, but we're assuming the numbers are accurate. LBP isn't a smash success, but it's climbing...
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If you've been to the Uncharted: Drake's Fortune dedicated Home space, you've noticed the two locked doors. Well, here are the codes to get through 'em.
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They always said the PS3 had more potential, and will that become abundantly clear next year? Killzone 2...God of War III...Heavy Rain...GT5...Uncharted 2...
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Most certainly NOT for the casual sports fan, this one is reserved for the guys who spend hours upon hours with their fantasy baseball team. Stats and depth!
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The open beta launched with plenty of technical drawbacks, but Sony continues to push through them, and most users should be in for smooth sailing soon.
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It's one of the most anticipated titles of the generation, and after you see the vital statistics, you're gonna be even MORE psyched. Trust us.
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It's unique and endlessly challenging, and if you haven't tried it yet, here's more incentive: Trophies are here, and so are 1,000 user-created levels!
1159 days, 4 hours, 54 minutes old - 2 commentsDecember 11th, 2008
Last Updated 1159 days, 13 hours, 47 minutes ago
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We know it's coming, but we also know that based on the current slate of games, something like Twisted Metal is absolutely essential...and here's why.
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Sony has clarified rumors that they're working on a "PSP2," and further confirms their focus is firmly on software; i.e., more support from developers.
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Well, it is a worldwide launch, but that doesn't mean it's simultaneous. Some have it while some are still waiting, so what's YOUR situation? In Home yet?
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Dave Jaffe's comments concerning what he saw of God of War III are now almost legendary, but he says what will be seen at the VGAs is NOT what he saw.
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We've got 15 new videos, and that includes two each for Afro Samurai (not for the faint of heart!), Prototype, and Skate 2, plus more for Resident Evil 5, Batman: Arkham Asylum, PlayStation Home, etc.
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Although they don't believe it'll hurt sales too much, analysts believe publishers will be less likely to take chances on smaller developers with new ideas.
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Yeah, we're all about PlayStation Home today, but don't forget about the free stuff for both Resistance 2 and Resistance: Fall of Man. Free is ALWAYS good!
1160 days, 4 hours, 41 minutes old - 19 comments | 
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Bet you thought this one up and disappeared, huh? Well, so did we, but LucasArts has confirmed that the Indiana Jones video game is still in the works.
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A headset is great, but what if you want to play your game late at night, and you need to muffle those bangs and booms? The Ear Force PX1 is for you.
1160 days, 5 hours, 7 minutes old - 12 commentsDecember 10th, 2008
Last Updated 1160 days, 13 hours, 13 minutes ago
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Yep, Capcom sure knows how to cater to its fans. The Collectors Edition for SFIV is gonna be loaded, and we believe the PS3 version has a tiny edge...
1160 days, 13 hours, 13 minutes old - 27 comments |
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It's here! And yes, this time it's OFFICIAL: the open beta for Home will be available to all PS3 owners tomorrow, so get ready, get down, and PARTY!
1160 days, 15 hours, 49 minutes old - 88 comments |
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Will European gamers finally have a chance to brag? Some visual evidence has arisen that states KZ2 might launch three weeks earlier in Europe...
1160 days, 15 hours, 36 minutes old - 30 comments | 
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Yes, the forums and back up and running! Please head in to catch up on your previous discussions, and certainly feel free to make more new topics...
1160 days, 16 hours, 9 minutes old - 9 comments |
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Early on, any PS3 owner who heard this argument had to concede and say, "yeah, I know." But now, it's a completely absurd belief, and it MUST be put down.
1161 days, 3 hours, 55 minutes old - 136 comments | 
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Activision has confirmed that Wolverine will get his chance to shine next year; this game will coincide with the release of the impending feature film.
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This MotorStorm sequel turned out great, and consumers around the world have now bought over 1 million copies. Certainly a good choice for your $60!
1161 days, 4 hours, 51 minutes old - 26 commentsDecember 9th, 2008
Last Updated 1161 days, 13 hours, 3 minutes ago
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You may see it in your inbox, and you'll see it on our site...it's the repeating Kijuju message from Capcom that sends you on a mysterious candle hunt...
1161 days, 13 hours, 3 minutes old - 32 comments | 
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It seems that games like Mirror's Edge, Need for Speed: Undercover and Rock Band 2 aren't quite hitting sales estimates, so cuts may come...
1161 days, 15 hours, 32 minutes old - 34 comments | 
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As we all sit back and reflect on the year, Sony talks about what made them successful - great software, for one - and how things are looking in 2009.
1161 days, 15 hours, 50 minutes old - 22 comments |
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The hype continues to build for this one, and rightfully so. The latest set of rumored information includes a whole LOT of good stuff...you can't miss it.
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This console port is more of a remake, as PS3 owners can expect an enhanced version of the current PC title. This action/RPG could be a big must-have.
1162 days, 4 hours, 16 minutes old - 11 comments |
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Consumers have avoided purchasing a new Blu-Ray player because it's too expensive, but with the holiday price cuts, BD players have hit the "sweet point."
1162 days, 4 hours, 21 minutes old - 18 comments |
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It's the kind of recognition and advertising that could really help Sony and the PlayStation 3: Home is #10 on TIME's Top 10 Gadget list for the year.
1162 days, 4 hours, 36 minutes old - 33 comments | 
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With everyone considering the possibility of digital replacing physical media, might the PlayStation 4 be devoid of the formerly essential disc drive?
1162 days, 4 hours, 48 minutes old - 72 commentsDecember 8th, 2008
Last Updated 1162 days, 13 hours, 53 minutes ago
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Could it be true? This rumor says that if White Knight Chronicles sells well, the developer will create games exclusively for PlayStation platforms!
1162 days, 13 hours, 53 minutes old - 59 comments | 
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Some people still don't get it: gaming is no longer for kids. Over half of adults say they play video games, including more women and smarter individuals.
1162 days, 15 hours, 18 minutes old - 46 comments | 
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If you're asking what this is a picture of, come inside and we'll tell you. But we're warning you: you will never look at video games the same way again.
1162 days, 15 hours, 37 minutes old - 39 comments |
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First we got Qore, the interactive online magazine, and now there's a new TV show for the PlayStation Network. There will be two Pulse episodes per week.
1162 days, 16 hours old - 14 comments | 
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With all the awesome titles in the poll, were were a little surprised to see God of War II pull away in the first week. The game IS frickin' amazing, though.
1163 days, 3 hours, 36 minutes old - 16 comments |
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Sony has officially revealed their holiday 2008 lineup of games for the PS3, PS2, PSP and PSN, so check 'em out. You really can't miss several of these.
1163 days, 3 hours, 51 minutes old - 18 comments |
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A Times Online UK report says the open beta for PlayStation Home will release "in the next 10 days," and we have word it'll launch in the next two weeks...
1163 days, 4 hours, 9 minutes old - 41 comments | 
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Okay, we've pretty much had it. We bought their new "western expansion" philosophy, but the evidence is pointing towards something more sinister.
1163 days, 4 hours, 26 minutes old - 57 commentsDecember 7th, 2008
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When we had heard Ubisoft was changing a great deal of the original foundation from last-gen Prince entries, we were skeptical. Yeah, we needn't have worried.
1164 days, 4 hours, 19 minutes old - 29 comments | 
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I think too many people may ignore The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena (big mistake!), Prince is excellent, and I wait 'til Christmas...
1164 days, 3 hours, 47 minutes old - 24 commentsDecember 6th, 2008
Last Updated 1164 days, 15 hours, 39 minutes ago
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Although we believe Sony will always make it free to play online, we think a Premium Network membership of sorts is inevitable. Home may be the start...
1164 days, 15 hours, 39 minutes old - 40 comments |
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Take-Two chairman Strauss Zelnick says everyone should be encouraged by the Black Friday sales, and that this is more of a "car crash" and less of a crisis.
1164 days, 15 hours, 55 minutes old - 3 comments | 
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Due to the overwhelming response I received to the last piece, I've decided to fill you all in on Part 2...of what may become an intriguing personal saga. ;)
1165 days, 4 hours, 11 minutes old - 173 comments | 
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Aren't you a little bored of Deathmatch and CTF and all that? Well, you gotta check out "Butcher Bay Riot" and "Pitch Black" modes for the new Riddick!
1165 days, 4 hours, 26 minutes old - 11 comments | 
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The first set of downloadable content is here for Star Wars: Unleashed; it includes 9 new character skins and an all-new mission featuring the Apprentice!
1165 days, 4 hours, 13 minutes old - 13 commentsDecember 5th, 2008
Last Updated 1165 days, 13 hours, 18 minutes ago
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Killzone 2 is downright amazing, and the PlayStation 3 has magnificent capability. But can the PS3 do more 'cuz KZ2 only uses about 60% of the PS3's SPUs...?
1165 days, 13 hours, 18 minutes old - 87 comments |
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Think this is another instance of standalone units being better for ultimate movie viewing than a games console? Think again; the PS3 is the best for BD.
1165 days, 15 hours, 32 minutes old - 52 comments |
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Phil Harrison is now the president of Atari, but that doesn't mean he holds any animosity towards Sony. His former employer has done good with Home.
1165 days, 15 hours, 49 minutes old - 26 comments | 
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If you like visual puzzles and you're a Metal Gear fan, we've got something that might occupy your day. It may mean nothing...or perhaps something. Hmm...
1165 days, 16 hours, 3 minutes old - 93 comments |
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Sony and Microsoft don't even have to glance in Nintendo's general direction, and here's the reason: the Wii is NOT in direct competition with the PS3/360.
1166 days, 4 hours, 9 minutes old - 198 comments |
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Yep, the release date has been confirmed and two brand new weapons are available for your viewing pleasure. The end of February seems a long way off...
1166 days, 4 hours, 35 minutes old - 29 comments | 
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This is the kind of downloadable content that appeals to the Runner in all of us: no guns, no guards; just a high-in-the-sky scampering ground. GO!
1166 days, 4 hours, 40 minutes old - 10 comments |
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It's an ongoing debate, but Phil Harrison and Atari feel they know the score: the kids of today won't even know what it's like to play a disc-based game.
1166 days, 4 hours, 42 minutes old - 51 commentsDecember 4th, 2008
Last Updated 1166 days, 13 hours, 55 minutes ago
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"Flop" may be the most abused word in video game forums, but amazingly enough, you didn't see it much this year. Why? 'Cuz the hyped games all delivered!
1166 days, 13 hours, 55 minutes old - 118 comments |
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Now that Atari has confirmed Ghostbusters: The Video Game for a June 2009 release, developer Terminal Reality is excited; they can now add "more polish."
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Eidos has had an atrocious year, and now they're on the auction block. Warner Bros. remains the leader, it seems, but Square-Enix has anted up, too.
1166 days, 15 hours, 50 minutes old - 21 comments |
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Although Microsoft claimed they were beating Sony in Europe, SCEE says otherwise, and due to their "value added" strategy, don't expect any price cuts.
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You've all been waiting for this, and we're finally allowed to tell you all about it. Read up on our hands-on preview covering our single-player and multiplayer experience with Killzone 2.
1167 days, 2 hours, 3 minutes old - 63 comments | 
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Atari's debut trailers, plus much more: The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena, Ghostbusters: The Video Game, Heroes Over Europe and The Witcher: Rise of the Wolf lead the way!
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Maybe it slipped your attention yesterday, but Atari has quite a few promising projects in the hopper for next year. Check out all the debut videos!
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This may only be for UK beta testers, but we've just heard that after some maintenance today, the Home stores in the Mall will have stuff to buy!
1167 days, 4 hours, 26 minutes old - 16 comments | 
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We're only calling this a "rumor" because Activision hasn't officially confirmed any of this, but it's still reliable. Check out the new stuff for 2009!
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Yep, it's an early holiday gift from Sony: Episode 7, available today, won't cost you anything to download, so check out the all-new video features!
1167 days, 4 hours, 49 minutes old - 21 commentsDecember 3rd, 2008
Last Updated 1167 days, 6 hours, 15 minutes ago
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We're sorry for the forums being down for so long, but we're working to bring them back ASAP. In the meantime, we'll take your feedback and suggestions.
1167 days, 6 hours, 15 minutes old - 22 comments |
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Atari just blew the lid off a ton of new projects, including a new Baldur's Gate and confirmations for Ghostbusters, Riddick, The Witcher, and Tekken 6!
1167 days, 14 hours, 8 minutes old - 16 comments |
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Initially, Assault on Dark Athena was announced as a remake of Escape from Butcher Bay, but that's no longer true. It's a full-fledged sequel; we're HAPPY!
1167 days, 15 hours, 38 minutes old - 9 comments |
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SCEA has issued a LBP update over at the official PlayStation blog, and they talk about increased efforts in moderation and server functionality. Keep it up!
1167 days, 15 hours, 53 minutes old - 18 comments | 
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We know you've already watched the debut teaser, but did you know that was all rendered in real-time? The title may also be playable at GDC 2009, so...
1167 days, 16 hours, 7 minutes old - 26 comments | 
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Capcom's Resident Evil 5 is currently the most anticipated title for the PS3 and X360. See what it's going to deliver.
1168 days, 2 hours, 20 minutes old - 22 comments | 
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Don't confuse this with the old and crappy Acclaim series. THQ's Legends game is look very promising.
1168 days, 2 hours, 20 minutes old - 9 comments | 
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Remember those King's Field titles for the original PlayStation? Well, say hello to the "spiritual successor," which features more freedom.
1168 days, 4 hours, 27 minutes old - 5 comments | 
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Downloadable content has become a major feature this generation, and now we can expect something new with the DLC for World at War in 2009.
1168 days, 4 hours, 30 minutes old - 14 comments | 
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If you want the best home entertainment, Sony Pictures High Definition and Amazon have teamed up to give you a site that serves all your high-def needs!
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We always love Dave Jaffe's video rants, and the latest includes how he may have let nostalgia cloud his judgment concerning Calling All Cars.
1168 days, 5 hours, 2 minutes old - 12 commentsDecember 2nd, 2008
Last Updated 1168 days, 13 hours, 54 minutes ago
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That's a REALLY big number. But a recent report says 190 million households will have a next-gen console by 2012, and 148 million will be Internet ready.
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Jeebus. Another update is on the way for Burnout Paradise, but it's crazy ambitious and quite large, so Criterion feels like getting paid this time.
1168 days, 15 hours, 27 minutes old - 24 comments |
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It seems the Resident Evil 5 demo will appear first on Xbox Live in Japan, but Sony has a special promotion; new PS3 owners in Japan can pick up a RE5 disc.
1168 days, 15 hours, 51 minutes old - 19 comments |
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T.C. Carson will be voicing Kratos in God of War III, and according to his IMDb page, the game isn't scheduled to arrive until 2010. How accurate is it?
1168 days, 16 hours, 7 minutes old - 44 comments |
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I doubt anyone with a brain can deny the PS3 has picked up steam in 2008 and is looking good heading into 2009, but can Sony maintain this momentum?
1169 days, 4 hours, 15 minutes old - 87 comments | 
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An RPG that released in the midst of hell time makes it tough to review, but I'm finally weighing in for all you role-playing fans out there. It's GOOD.
1169 days, 4 hours, 13 minutes old - 11 comments |
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The anticipated sequel will be featured on the cover of Game Informer's next issue, and a new debut teaser video has hit the Internet. Drake is back!
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Thanks to a user-submitted GameTrailers video of a developer diary, it seems we can expect a console version - Rise of the Wolf - of the popular PC title.
1169 days, 4 hours, 39 minutes old - 12 commentsDecember 1st, 2008
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A total of 20 new guides have been added to our growing library of walkthroughs. Come see what we've added.
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Well, every celebrity gets to try writing a book and singing these days, so why not a video game? Let's just hope this one isn't as ill-fated as it sounds.
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People who wish to focus on the negative have tried to point out the repetition of the drab environments in K2, but Guerilla assures us the variety IS there.
1169 days, 15 hours, 37 minutes old - 25 comments |
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PlayStation Home Director Jack Buser talks about how the online service offers something the competitors can't touch, and says the launch is "imminent."
1169 days, 15 hours, 52 minutes old - 40 comments | 
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The focus testing was fine until Grand Theft Auto IV released, then Midway realized that everyone's expectations for an "open-world racer" had changed.
1169 days, 16 hours, 5 minutes old - 17 comments | 
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The wave of band-specific music games continues on with the SingStar franchise. And for Sony, Abba is their first.
1169 days, 17 hours, 41 minutes old - 1 comment | 
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Ratchet and Clank: Up Your Arsenal is your pick for the best PS2 platformer ever, although Jak and Daxter put up a good fight. Now, it's on to a big one...
1170 days, 3 hours, 39 minutes old - 14 comments | 
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Why can't Sonic Team seem to put one of our favorite mascots on the return path to glory? Believe it or not, it's because Sonic runs too fast. No, really.
1170 days, 4 hours, 33 minutes old - 27 comments | 
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According to a recent statement made by a Sony executive to a Spanish newspaper, they expect Gran Turismo 5 will release around Christmas 2009!
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The PS3 and 360 versions of Resident Evil 5 will each get a little special something, and the Limited Edition bundle set is a must for loyal fans.
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