Updates (October, 2009)
October 31st, 2009
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Dead Space was one of the best games of 2008 and we had seen evidence that Visceral was hard at work on the sequel. Might it arrive next year...?
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LittleBigPlanet represented a major step in the right direction on consoles, but how will it fare on the PSP? It'll be a "tremendous version," apparently.
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Gamers always run into non-gamers who may be entirely clueless about the hobby we love. The question is, how do you handle this difficult situation?
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Sony PlayStation Home director Pete Edwards was misquoted recently, and Sony has offered a clarification: Home remains a definite top priority.
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They've issued a big update for Uncharted 2 that fixes some multiplayer issues, and they've also launched the Double Cash Weekend. Take advantage!
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Last Updated 140 days, 2 hours, 58 minutes ago
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The Australian Council on Children and the Media has asked that Modern Warfare 2 be re-rated, which actually means they're asking for an outright ban.
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Sony lost another $654 million in the second quarter, but it certainly wasn't the PS3's fault. With 3.2 million units sold, it topped the Xbox 360 for Q2 2009.
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You just KNEW we'd get a special edition of some kind for this mammoth PS3 exclusive...and here it is. The Ultimate Edition is just that- ultimate.
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Even though our first review wasn't much different from anyone else's, it was crazy controversial. So, we've got a second opinion for you.
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Uh-oh...if you find yourself online on Halloween, and you're suddenly confused as to why those minions are suddenly a whole LOT tougher, well...
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The rumor has proven true as Sega has announced the official release date for Bayonetta. This is a can't-miss for action aficionados come January!
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As if there weren't enough characters in this game already! Five more are headed your way next week...that is, if you're willing pay for the DLC.
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The details are in for the Limited Edition and although it'll only be available "while supplies last," it'll cost the same as the standard retail version.
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You've probably heard about the leaked MW2 footage featuring terrorists attacking an airport crowd. The ensuing backlash has prompted Activision to reply.
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A man shut down power to a Netherlands hospital for 45 minutes because he needed a toothbrush to solve a Silent Hill puzzle. ...we have no comment, here.
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It's all in the wording. Based on a Rockstar reply during an interview, it almost seems inevitable that the PS3 will receive fresh DLC for GTAIV.
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We've got two awesome behind-the-scenes vids for both Assassin's Creed II and Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, plus more for Dragon Age: Origins, Bioshock 2, Tekken 6, DJ Hero, and more!
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She can always bring in the male adoration but her latest statement roused the ire of Nintendo fans; while Mario is more for kids, Ratchet is for adults.
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Ever since Hideo Kojima "promised" us a new Zone of the Enders, everyone has been pining for more info. Kojima himself is a little shocked at the reaction.
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If you're having trouble keeping your controllers fully charged for multiplayer fun, Energizer has some products you should probably be aware of.
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Last Updated 141 days, 17 hours, 59 minutes ago
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The end to the "Future" story arc has arrived, and Insomniac have delivered yet another superb Ratchet & Clank game.
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Demos for both Phantasy Star Portable 2 and Valkyria Chronicles 2 will be available next week, and RPG/strat fans can't afford to miss out.
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The movie may actually be something special, and Drake voice actor Nolan North hints that we might see superstar Hugh Jackman in the leading role.
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It's out in Japan now but American gamers have to wait until next year. ...or do they? No technical reason or language barrier stands in your way.
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You should consider the latest Ratchet and Clank to be the final part of a trilogy and in that respect, we may see the temporary end of the franchise.
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This Godly collection is confirmed for November 17 and if you want a look at the Trophy list, click through and prepare yourself...some toughies, here.
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Are you one of those people who quit more matches than you finish? Well, Naughty Dog finds you "infuriating" and before long, you're gonna pay...
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Yeah, we're not entirely sure about the gameplay, either, but at least they're both interesting ideas. Here come two of your favorite Discovery shows!
142 days, 14 hours, 57 minutes old - 25 commentsOctober 27th, 2009
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This is easily one of the best video game prizes ever. The winner gets a European tour from the Catacombs in Paris to the Valley of the Kings in Egypt!
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Believe it or not, Infinity Ward kept Activision's prying eyes away from Modern Warfare 2 for quite some time; IW cares a great deal about fan feedback.
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In a recent study, we learn that more Americans spend more time playing games than any country in Europe, and demos definitely have an impact.
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You've completed the single-player campaign and are having fun online...but you want more maps and oh yeah, a new axe for Eddie. Then grab this next week!
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Insomniac believes the PS3 won't be maxed out for another 2-3 years, simply because you can "always be more efficient" with your development.
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There are a whole lot of reasons to check out the PSN these days, and Trine is the latest and best reason. It's pretty, it's fun, it's even addictive.
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You can't just select this new feature whenever you wish, but if everyone wants to try it during a private match online, you will have that option.
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It took over two years but there are finally over 1 million people out there who have tried Warhawk. And as far as we're concerned, there should be more.
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A couple potential gems will land on the PSN this week; one is a whole new take on the usually quiet sport of pool, and the other is unique and addictive.
143 days, 15 hours, 36 minutes old - 10 commentsOctober 26th, 2009
Last Updated 143 days, 19 hours, 35 minutes ago
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Indeed, Mr. Murray. We're getting tired of the rabbid fanboyism, and so here's a piece we like to call Your Game System Sucks. No sugar coating, just a whole bunch of reasons why all three current game consoles are teh suk.
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Activision is willing to be patient with this new angle on the "Hero" franchise; they're not expecting it to rake in huge numbers right off the bat.
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Don't you worry about L.A. Noire; the casting call for this game proves that Rockstar is throwing their full weight into the development process.
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We needed a fix-it patch for the Friends list issue on the PSN and Gearbox has responded quickly. This narrows the gap between the PS3 and 360 versions.
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"It Only Does Everything." Sony must've known that before they issued this new marketing campaign, a big announcement like this was on the horizon.
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This problem, while nowhere near as prominent as it once was, is still around. We take a few current examples and wonder when the trend will die...
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Obviously, Uncharted 2 has had a tremendous impact on all of you: the majority believe this game is the best game of the year AND of the generation!
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Analyst Michael Pachter doesn't think the game will become the biggest seller ever, but he's predicting some super big numbers. No surprise.
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Valve has said they don't have the right team to effectively make games for the PS3, and Sony has responded: "if you want help, we'll give it..."
144 days, 14 hours, 50 minutes old - 54 commentsOctober 25th, 2009
Last Updated 144 days, 17 hours, 57 minutes ago
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The world's greatest sport gets an all new virtual iteration with EA's greatest sports franchise. FIFA 10 is every football fan's dream come true.
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I'm almost 100% convinced that Conviction is coming to the PS3, I hope the current generation of consoles lasts a while, and Trine is a definite winner.
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This may be the box art Japanese gamers see when Final Fantasy XIII releases in December, although Square-Enix won't confirm it. You like or no?
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The good news is that Dragon Age will ship on the same day - November 3 - as the 360 and PC versions. ...we just hope they're not rushing it.
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Despite all the critical acclaim, it seems that neither of the Resistance titles have received enough respect. Do we forget how GREAT the sequel was?
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It has taken too long in our opinion but if the latest sales stats are correct, Killzone 2 has finally sold over 2 million copies worldwide. You got YOUR copy, right?
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Naughty Dog says their stellar sequel is "exceeding expectations" (in terms of sales, too), and the first batch of DLC should arrive later this year!
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The movie won't be in theaters until December 16 but you can join this sci-fi world more than two weeks earlier. Let's hope the game is decent...
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Community manager Robert Bowling says he believes there's a whole lot of life left in the current group of consoles, so we don't need the next-gen yet.
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Naughty Dog isn't a studio that normally brags, but they're proud of their accomplishment and they don't believe another animator could do better.
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Atlus has always been accused of never having enough copies of their games on store shelves, so they've put a bunch of their PSP titles on the PSN.
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Games based on the Olympics are typically terrible but Eurocom might surprise everyone with this winter effort. Who likes a first-person view...?
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We've heard the PS3 version of Dragon Age: Origins had been delayed but now, Bioware says they have an "exciting announcement." So...no delay?
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What are the three titles you should definitely try before 2009 is over? Hideo Kojima makes his picks, and not surprisingly, one is Uncharted 2...
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Yes! The PSP port of Shadow of Destiny will launch in North America, and that's great news for all you adventure fans who really miss games like this.
147 days, 15 hours, 39 minutes old - 10 commentsOctober 22nd, 2009
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Now that the PS3 is surging, people are wondering if it's going to catch the Wii. ...well, that's irrelevant, considering the difference in each audience.
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Yeah, we know there are plenty of games you want to buy, so maybe you should visit Best Buy this weekend. Pick up three games and the third is free...
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This RPG should be high on your priority list if you're a fan of the genre, and it has just been announced that it'll launch in Japan on January 28.
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So you just got finished playing Uncharted 2 with its 90 minutes of cut-scenes and said, "man, I want MORE!" Well, look no further than this Ubisoft sequel.
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We celebrate the launch of Borderlands with two new gameplay vids, tease you with a Bayonetta hottie, get a first look at Inversion, check out the God of War Collection, and...oh, there's more.
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We have final confirmation for the movie (and for once, we're excited), and although they won't announce Uncharted 3, they do love that PS3.
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Both Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee and Oddworld: Abe's Exodus will go on the Store today; they'll cost $9.99 each, but these unique games are worth it.
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Neither game will have a mandatory install - good news - and the loading times in FFXIII will still be insignificant. As for Tekken 6, it's your option.
148 days, 15 hours, 35 minutes old - 34 commentsOctober 21st, 2009
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The franchise that began over 15 years ago has hit the lofty sales plateau and the additional statistics are downright mind-boggling. Long live NFS!
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It seems that Quantic Dream plans to tailor-fit their game to suit the needs of certain regions...regions where racy content might be censored.
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Although it was only recently labeled as a "true Microsoft exclusive," the Ubisoft Montreal CEO says "there's always hope" for Splinter Cell on the PS3.
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It's the next big RPG for the PSP and it seems it'll arrive in Japan on January 9. If that's true, will we get it in early spring...? Let's hope.
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The long anticipated first-person shooter/first-person RPG is finally here, complete with its cel-shaded look. Unfortunately, there are a number of really pesky problems that hold the game back.
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It's one of the finest games of the generation and while others have been excellent, this one stands head-and-shoulders above the competition.
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Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars is now on store shelves, but it's also on the PSN, so you don't have an excuse to miss out. GTA is ALWAYS popular.
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Yep, we're getting TWO demos for Ratchet and Clank: A Crack in Time (the first hits this week), and a couple early reviews prove this game's quality.
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Hollywood producer Adrian Askarieh is looking to capitalize on the success of the first Hitman, so that includes a sequel...and Bruce Willis as Kane.
149 days, 15 hours, 33 minutes old - 16 commentsOctober 20th, 2009
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Uncharted 2 all but proved that a game doesn't "have" to have multiplayer to be a fantastic experience, and SCEA will prove it again with GoWIII.
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If you can remember 1994 and the Sega Genesis, maybe you'll know what Konami is talking about. If not...well, this "2.5D" side-scroller still looks fun.
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Looks like a false alarm. In a new video, Kazunori Yamauchi is seen holding a GT5 box and we can clearly see three separate slots. But they're not for holding discs, as Arnold has keenly noticed.
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It was definitely unexpected but Bayonetta has somehow managed to snag only the 12th perfect score ever from Famitsu. Is it really THAT good?
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No, this sequel isn't coming to the PS3 but that doesn't mean it won't be great. If you were a fan of the original, you just gotta check out VC2.
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Sony had a pretty darn good month in September, and October is shaping up nicely as well. It's a good time to be a member of the "PlayStation Nation."
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Just about everyone is blown away by Uncharted 2, including ex-3D Realms developer George Broussard. In fact, it's SO good, it's downright "intimidating."
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Take a look at how the games performed for the month of September. There are some surprises, which also create a bit of confusion.
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For the month of September, despite a Wii price-drop, Halo ODST, a Microsoft Xbox 360 price-drop, and other factors, the PlayStation 3 came out on top.
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There could be plenty of great action available early next year, as THQ has announced that their dark and bloody title will launch on January 5.
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There have been comparisons made between Grand Theft Auto and Yakuza, but a designer for the latter says the GTA media could in fact be "dangerous."
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Including all the importable songs from Guitar Hero 5, Band Hero will boast a track library of over 300...that'll keep you playin' through Thanksgiving.
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GTTV host Geoff Keighley says we can expect a bunch of new single-player campaign footage this week, plus a look at several new characters.
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The December issue of PlayStation: The Official Magazine says Killzone 3 is already "deep in development," and that's just one of the 2010 FPSs.
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Even though the switch to all digital media may be in our future, most of you still like the idea of physical, disc-based games. Yeah, we hear ya.
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It's one of the biggest deals of the year, just because Sony needs to clear out their stock of the Uncharted 160GB PS3 bundle. It's $200 LESS than usual!
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We're still waiting for a US release date for the PS3 version of the original title, and they're already talking about a sequel. Kinda frustrating.
151 days, 15 hours, 35 minutes old - 12 commentsOctober 18th, 2009
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Naughty Dog emphasizes the importance of designer talent, I SO want inFamous 2, I complete Uncharted 2, and WHAT is the deal with Chloe's ass?!
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This downloadable pack will feature a horde of new content, including all new locales and weapons, a new game mode, and revamped specialization system.
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It was supposed to arrive this month but Sega is giving Obsidian Entertainment more time so the game can "fulfill its 'AAA' potential." Fine by us.
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They say that more females are involved in video games than ever before, and while that's true, will we ever see games appeal equally to both sexes?
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The original Uncharted sold only 135,000 copies in its first week (a downright crime) but the sequel is making up for lost sales. 300,000 on Day 1!
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The game isn't even on store shelves just yet and Gearbox Software has already detailed their first piece of downloadable content. We love extras!
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The latest study says that 40% of gamers have made an "impulse buy" in the past six months, and this is due to online accessibility and packaging.
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If you want to cater more to the female demographic, you need different styles of games. That's just a fact. So if you're a woman, will YOU buy this?
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While Naughty Dog co-founder Evan Wells admits that Uncharted 2 couldn't exist without the Cell processor, it all depends on developer/designer skill.
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Hideo Kojima admits his timing was wrong when ZoE 2 released, but due to the massive fan appreciation, Kojima says ZoE 3 is just a matter of "when."
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There are plenty of promising handheld titles on the way this holiday season, and one of them spells multiplayer fun for up to 16 avid Star Wars fans.
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The rumors and speculation have proven true: SCEA will release a 250GB PS3 Slim here in the US on November 3, with a retail price of $349.99.
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If you're having difficulty locating a copy of Demon's Souls at your local game store, fear not. Atlus is aware of the demand; they're on top of it.
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It seems the team experienced some tough times in the making of this fantastic title; their "lack of direction" actually cost them months of work.
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It's God of War I and God of War II with HD visuals, and will come with a demo of God of War III. For those of you who haven't played a God of War game yet, this preview is for you.
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Another giveaway is in the books and we congratulate the winners. The sheer number of people who participated is absolutely mind-boggling...
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We won't get co-op play for the campaign in Modern Warfare 2, but there's a darn good reason for that, and Spec Ops mode should be a superior substitution.
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The latest research finds there is a distinct link between "frequent" game playing and ADD. While not encouraging, it's also not exactly surprising.
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Who doesn't want to be a medieval assassin for Halloween? Ubisoft has struck an agreement that will get you the entire costume...yes, weapons included.
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It seems a member of Naughty Dog has inadvertently confirmed the rumor that says cross game chat will be coming to the PS3 via firmware update.
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Want a shot at winning one of these unbelievable Fortune Hunter Editions? We've got FIVE to give away, so let the great PSXE Treasure Hunt begin!
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We celebrate the launch of Brutal Legend with two new gameplay videos, than move on to Gran Turismo 5, Ratchet and Clank Future: A Crack in Time, Dark Void, Tekken 6, and Army of Two: The 40th Day.
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A cool half-dozen for ya: Valkyria Chronicles 2, Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier, Dissidia: Final Fantasy, Metal Slug XX, and Obscure: The Aftermath PSP.
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Sometimes, you just have to let some new thinking shine through, and that's exactly what Hideo Kojima is doing with his young MGS: Rising staff.
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The promotion for Tekken 6 continues, and this time, they've got fighters (er, models) in a hot new video, plus the launching of "Tekken Talk!"
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As Home grows, so does the participation. Director Jack Buser says we've seen some big growth in the past six months, and there's more to come...
155 days, 15 hours, 48 minutes old - 13 commentsOctober 14th, 2009
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MotorStorm arrives on the PSP, and what a great splash it makes for Sony's handheld. This is every bit the perfect handheld experience you expected it to be.
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This all new Max Payne has gone through a number of changes, none of which have made him any more calm. Max is back, and he's still crazy.
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We've been waiting for Creat Studios to drop their latest downloadable title into our laps, and so they have: it's the very appealing Mushroom Wars.
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There will be 45 songs included in LEGO Rock Band, and it's a solid list of rock classics that will undoubtedly appeal to the younger demographic.
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It's for those who just don't want to deal with the inherent complexities of a simulator. It's arcade-y and fantastical; it's designed only for fun.
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Our Brutal Legend review is up! The long awaited metal-themed action/adventure is finally here and it really rocks! This is easily Tim Schafer's best work to date. \m/>_<\m/
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In more from that live chat, we learn about a prequel - "Uncharted: Eye of Indra" - and if you have Uncharted save data, you get a bonus in the sequel!
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We just loved the first one and we've been hoping for a sequel announcement ever since. Well, this is hardly official but it's a darn good sign...
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During a live chat today, a couple Naughty Dog members spoke about the game's amazing critical reception and the role of strong female characters.
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It was supposed to release this year but it has now been delayed until later in 2010. Well, we always say that if devs need the time, they should get it.
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The latest rumor is that Sega will publish Yakuza 3 here in North America. Well, it's about time; this is guaranteed to be another solid PS3 exclusive.
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Quantic Dream's David Cage discusses the storyline, striptease controversy, Quick Time Events, and Sony's desire to see only the best quality.
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Analyst Michael Pachter says Brutal Legend will be the "sleeper hit" of the holiday season, which means Schafer and Co. will finally get PAID.
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Pinball? Yeah, there's a pinball collection out for the PS3. And if you're a fan, you may actually really enjoy this.
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We've already taken a look at the competition in the form of EA's NBA Live 10, and now we can do a compare-and-contrast session. Which has the edge?
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The competition has proven stiff but GT creator Kazunori Yamauchi still appears confident and respectful as he expresses basic interest.
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If you want a laugh, make sure to check out the "Next-Gen Filter" in Uncharted 2. It only proves that Naughty Dog has a definite sense of humor. HA!
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Remakes are big these days, but while many turn out to be successes, Prince of Persia creator Jordan Mechner says it can be a risky business.
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They gave us God of War: Chains of Olympus for the PSP and now they're building their very own piece of middleware. It should help out other designers.
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An unofficial list of 50 Trophies has been found for Tekken 6, and as you will see, there's a definite focus on the new Scenario Campaign Mode.
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Yeah, well, think what you want, but it'll probably sell copies. We're just wondering if a similarly provocative ad will show up in the US... It's yummy.
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If you thought you'd seen the last of Monster Hunter on the PSP, think again. Do you really believe Capcom would ignore such profit potential?
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The rumor has returned: the Russian EA website and European retailer GAME has listed this sequel as coming to the PC, Xbox 360 and, yup, the PS3.
158 days, 15 hours, 25 minutes old - 58 comments | 
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We first heard a public beta test might show up for December, but it seems a Sony employee is already testing it internally. Okay, so bring it on!
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We're not going to guess about the exact pronunciation, but this new third-person action title uses the UE3 engine and is set for release next year.
158 days, 15 hours, 28 minutes old - 17 commentsOctober 11th, 2009
Last Updated 158 days, 22 hours, 41 minutes ago
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An in-depth look of nearly every detail that Sony and Polyphony have released on what, we have no doubt, will be the greatest racing game of all time.
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While poking around GameStop, we noticed a new release date for GOWIII, and an odd February release date for Gran Turismo 5. We have an explanation, but we're not saying it's a concrete one.
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In the middle of a shooting location for Battle: Los Angeles stands a giant billboard and it reads: Resistance 3. It even gives us some details. Welcome to the Empire State.
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Activision announces pre-order bonuses for DJ Hero, Guitar Hero 5 gets Billy Squier track pack, Carnage is on his way to Marvel: UA2, and DLC for IL-2 has arrived.
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It's usually not a good idea to label the competition as "boring," perhaps action games CAN be too blindingly fast, and I near the end of Katamari Forever.
159 days, 14 hours, 34 minutes old - 51 commentsOctober 10th, 2009
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This mighty duo has finally returned: The Lost Frontier for the PSP and PS2 will launch on November 3, and yes, it can be played on the PSP Go as well.
160 days, 2 hours, 31 minutes old - 19 comments |
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In a video interview in the game, one of the programmers talks about how much effort was put into the visuals...there are a LOT of polygons.
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It's a hodge-podge of topics for this week's editorial. Maybe you'll find it boring...maybe you'll appreciate the mini-rants. Well, who knows?
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You can't buy that totally sweet Fortune Hunter Edition; you need to WIN it. Well, the PlayStation Blog is giving you a chance this weekend, folks.
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The original had its fair share of frame rate problems but Ubisoft has been working on them in the sequel; the PS3 version should be just fine.
160 days, 15 hours, 6 minutes old - 24 commentsOctober 9th, 2009
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Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 does a lot of things right. But after all this time, perhaps the game is feeling a bit dated in some spots.
160 days, 18 hours, 39 minutes old - 37 comments | 
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An all new and improved Street Fighter IV is on its way with a horde of new features and a lower, friendlier price-tag.
160 days, 18 hours, 39 minutes old - 20 comments | 
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We take our PSP copy of Jak and Daxter: The Final Frontier for a spin, but we walk away fairly unimpressed...and a bit frustrated.
160 days, 18 hours, 39 minutes old - 5 comments | 
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While some accessories are only for convenience purposes, these should provide both a better gaming experience and added safety for your eyes.
161 days, 43 minutes old - 51 comments | 
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We're still waiting for the first title here in the US but they're already talking about the sequel in Japan. ...frustrating, yes, but still cool.
161 days, 2 hours, 19 minutes old - 26 comments |
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This is what happens when a studio doesn't develop a game for both targeted consoles simultaneously. We're worried the PS3 version will fall short.
161 days, 2 hours, 36 minutes old - 87 comments | 
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Another game has gone gold, and this one will make fighter fans everywhere happy. Tekken 6 is coming for Halloween, and the online multiplayer is big!
161 days, 2 hours, 52 minutes old - 26 comments |
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It seems like every racing game that comes our way is well worth playing, and some are even downright amazing. Is this the next-gen racing renaissance?
161 days, 14 hours, 40 minutes old - 49 comments |
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Jeez...October is out of control, as usual. Ratchet and Clank Future: A Crack in Time has struck gold, and that means it's confirmed for October 27!
161 days, 15 hours, 32 minutes old - 36 comments | 
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The PSP could use a nice little tennis game, and although we're certain of the simple controls and fluid gameplay, we're hoping for more substance.
161 days, 15 hours, 48 minutes old - 3 comments |
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You may have heard that this awesome collection had been delayed until next year, but Sony has confirmed that the release date is still set for Fall 2009.
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Capcom is at it again. They're giving a group of specially selected gamers a sneak peek at Dark Void next week, but it's secret. Super...duper...secret.
161 days, 15 hours, 51 minutes old - 12 commentsOctober 8th, 2009
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You're just sitting around Monday night, awaiting Tuesday's release of two awesome games, so why not visit your local GameStop and snag 'em early?
161 days, 22 hours, 23 minutes old - 52 comments |
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This is an interesting way to look at video game graphics: because designers can always recreate the "best conditions," GT5 could be "better" than reality.
162 days, 52 minutes old - 59 comments | 
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If we're going to be standing on a plastic skateboard, we need the FULL experience, so of course, that includes a myriad of alt/rock bands.
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The analysts say the PS3 won September in a landslide while they also predict a return to double-digit growth. Price drops and games...
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We've got two videos each for two of the best the PS3 has to offer; Uncharted 2: Among Thieves and Demon's Souls, plus fresh stuff for Tekken 6, Final Fantasy XIII, Resonance of Fate, and more!
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The most recent estimates say sales of digital formatted games will surpass those of traditional disc games within the next three years. That's fast.
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It seems EA's Visceral Games is working on an adaptation of sorts, but in their version, the Ripper will actually be a defender of innocents. ...huh?
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The former Free Radical team is indeed working on a new - and supposedly original - FPS at Crytek UK, but it's not the long-awaited TimeSplitters 4.
162 days, 15 hours, 13 minutes old - 16 commentsOctober 7th, 2009
Last Updated 162 days, 21 hours, 19 minutes ago
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Our Uncharted 2 review is here! Is this the game you've all been waiting for? Does the sequel really deliver? And is it really the best looking game this generation has seen?
162 days, 21 hours, 19 minutes old - 118 comments | 
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The all-time greats are lining up to be a part of the Guitar Hero, Rock Band and SingStar franchises, and U2 might be the latest addition to the party.
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It won't be out here until the 20th but in its first week of availability in Europe, FIFA 10 sold 1.7 million copies, which makes it a BIG hit.
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Sony is planning to push Uncharted 2 everywhere; the European ad campaign has been revealed, and we're already starting to see commercials here, too.
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If you're sitting there at work, wishing you could do something game-related, head over to Amazon...you can buy PSN content straight from there!
163 days, 2 hours, 46 minutes old - 27 comments | 
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EA has given us great football and hockey simulators this year; can their NBA Live yearly iteration live up to expectations? Well...yeah, it really can.
163 days, 15 hours, 17 minutes old - 32 comments | 
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we learn more about the innovative technology behind EyePet and - surprise! - it seems that two left-for-dead projects are merely "on hold" for now.
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If you live in Japan, you can link the PSP to your PS3 and bring Gran Turismo PSP online for multiplayer fun. Too bad you're stuck with standard ad/hoc here.
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Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford thinks there wasn't enough going on - action-wise - in Fallout 3, and promises no such lacking in Borderlands.
163 days, 15 hours, 21 minutes old - 68 commentsOctober 6th, 2009
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It may not be a conventional pre-order location, but if you've got a 7-Eleven nearby, you might want to take advantage of their MAG purchase incentive.
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Infinity Ward had the idea of going "modern" within the Call of Duty franchise years ago, but Activision kept refusing. Good thing they caved, huh?
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It's hard to say if they'll be downloadable or full retail products, but a game designer's LinkedIn page points us towards four currently unknown titles.
164 days, 2 hours, 40 minutes old - 18 comments | 
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Unfortunately, this adorable virtual buddy won't be springing to life on our TV sets until next year. But Euro gamers should still get it this month.
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Sony is in the best position of the generation so far, which means they absolutely can't screw this up: now's the time to really push the promotion.
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We dive into that hefty demo and come away smiling ear to ear. We're hoping they deal with some loose control, but all in all, it's still very appealing.
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The original was a new IP that released during a very different time but the sequel is primed to make a big splash, so says analyst Michael Pachter.
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European retailers aren't waiting for Sony to respond with a possible price cut; they've already slashed the portable down to a more agreeable cost.
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Polyphony head man Kazunori Yamauchi says that trying to hit the delivery dates Sony set for Gran Turismo 5 has been "difficult to bear."
164 days, 15 hours, 28 minutes old - 39 commentsOctober 5th, 2009
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Sony definitely needs an actual title for their new motion controller, and one possibility that keeps popping up is "Sphere." Is this the real name?
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You know, it's an interesting question. Even though this new handheld is digital-only, it may be possible to have a game-renting system of some kind.
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Jack Tretton speaks about both Microsoft and Nintendo in a recent interview, and adds that the industry is better off with Sony in a top position.
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The latest promotional trailer for the game shows a battle where the Washington Monument and White House suffer the brunt of enemy attacks. ...uh-oh.
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It just launched last week but if the PSXE readership is any indication, initial sales may be a bit slow. A price drop to $199 would definitely help...
165 days, 15 hours, 12 minutes old - 81 comments |
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The rumors continue, but it's starting to become clear that this new model might be exclusive to European/PAL regions. That doesn't seem right, but...
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His games have often sold poorly, usually because of a lack of promotion. But Schafer's appearance on Jimmy Fallon should help Brutal Legend!
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We're not sure if you remember the third Doom title, but it was a lot of dark, atmospheric fun, and id Software has been chugging away on Doom 4.
165 days, 15 hours, 17 minutes old - 31 commentsOctober 4th, 2009
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There's nothing wrong with Dante's Inferno taking after God of War, Square-Enix might start impressing us, and I need Uncharted 2 and Brutal Legend.
166 days, 14 hours, 58 minutes old - 61 commentsOctober 3rd, 2009
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Square-Enix launches a remake of a side-scrolling shooter for the PSP, IL-2 Sturmovik lands on the PSP too, and Red Faction gets its third DLC pack.
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Yes, Veronica Mars is back in the role of Lucy for this sequel, but we get the feeling she's gonna have a few more lines this time around...
167 days, 2 hours, 27 minutes old - 19 comments | 
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We never know what's going on with WarDevil these days, but it somehow landed a big Edge cover feature and the developers are making some big claims.
167 days, 2 hours, 41 minutes old - 18 comments |
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A new Guitar Hero 5 Track Pack, SNK Classics for the PSP Go!, and The Beatles: RB sponsors MTV Music Awards in Europe.
167 days, 12 hours, 35 minutes old - 14 comments | 
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It's not about gamer girls, it's about the women who have never touched a controller. What might they be able to play to join your hobby...?
167 days, 14 hours, 12 minutes old - 60 comments | 
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As a matter of clarification, Atlus wants to remind everyone that the North American servers go up on October 6 and not a minute before.
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You may remember War of the Monsters on the PS2 and if you had fun with it, you'd probably appreciate a next-gen remake. Well, Dylan Jobe might do it!
167 days, 14 hours, 50 minutes old - 8 commentsOctober 2nd, 2009
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Who loves the old Sega classics? There are plenty of 'em, and some of the most popular are now on the PSN, much to the delight of new PSP Go owners.
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The Trophy list for EyePet has us wondering again: we can actually teach it SONGS? And what's this about passing a Pet Report? And daily Challenges?
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Yeah, it's gonna be a mammoth release. GameStop is giving you all sorts of incentives to both pre-order Modern Warfare 2 and show up a little early.
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While many of the road cars won't be subject to "full damage," Kazunori Yamauchi says they're striving for "perfection" in the realm of Rally and NASCAR.
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We take our copy of the game for a whirl and tell you just how amazing it is in our hands-on preview!
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Did you know Tecmo was making a downloadable music/platformer game where you can use the guitar controllers from Guitar Hero or Rock Band? We didn't.
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We heard there would be two versions of Nier but as it turns out, they'll only be available in Japan. Only one "international version" will come here.
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We didn't know that Eat Lead warranted another game, but maybe the premise will work much better in a smaller, simplified downloadable format.
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Miss Jak and Daxter? Well, after Naughty Dog takes a well-earned vacation after putting out Uncharted 2, they might just consider bringing this duo back...
168 days, 15 hours, 34 minutes old - 37 commentsOctober 1st, 2009
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The game is set to launch in Japan on October 29 (not until January for the US), but if you have a Japanese account, you can test it out on October 8.
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Everyone keeps comparing Dante's Inferno to God of War and instead of being annoyed, EA says it's one of the "greatest compliments" they could receive.
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First it was Capcom and now EA Sports. If you check the freshly updated Store today, you will find a big ol' section dedicated to EA Sports titles.
169 days, 2 hours, 41 minutes old - 13 comments | 
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Looking for a great action game? Well, this isn't it. See why you should avoid WET.
169 days, 12 hours, 39 minutes old - 68 comments | 
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This is one of the better flight games you'll play this generation and while there are a few minor drawbacks, everything just FEELS right. Give it a try!
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This has to be a joke. No Art Director would've made this suggestion with a sane mind...but if it was honestly made, we're just gonna laugh.
169 days, 15 hours, 33 minutes old - 62 comments |
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The PSP Go launches today and you can expect this new update to arrive shortly. It'll boast Media Go v1.2, the new SenseMe application, and much more.
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 will be absolutely everywhere from now until November 10...it'll even be on specially-themed Monster cans.
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