Updates (September, 2009)
September 30th, 2009
Last Updated 866 days, 4 hours, 26 minutes ago
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Yep, a price-drop and the Slim sure did help a lot. The PS3 not only sold well in its first week of being $299, but also the next three after that.
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Tekken 6 is going to be very much in your face over the next month - as it should be - and here's the first viral video, along with fresh promo updates.
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The core team is ready to go and Visceral Games should enter full production of Dead Space 2 "in the next few months." Can't wait to hear more!
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The rumor was that such features might not appear in Gran Turismo 5, but a recent interview with Kazunori Yamauchi has proven otherwise. Let it rain!
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When asked if Hideo Kojima would ever revisit the original Metal Gear, he said he probably wouldn't, but that doesn't mean someone else SHOULDN'T...
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You may remember when Infinity Ward said that we haven't seen everything there is to see about Modern Warfare 2. Well, they can prove it in a few days.
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It's one of the most anticipated handheld releases of the generation, and the latest look shows us a wonderfully polished and finely honed action/RPG.
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As of right now, it's #5 on the All-Time Best list on GameRankings, so where might it end up? The only game ahead of it right now is Grand Theft Auto IV...
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Many of you have been wondering about the fate of Team Bondi's L.A. Noire. Well, Rockstar assures us everything is going well, and details are incoming!
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It's available in both UMD and digital format, so you have no excuse to ignore this very promising off-road title. It'd be great for new PSP Go owners.
867 days, 3 hours, 32 minutes old - 19 commentsSeptember 29th, 2009
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Many of you have waited three years for this follow-up, and Activision delivers with a solid experience fans should enjoy.
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Hey, guess what's coming back? Earthworm Jim is getting a total overhaul in this remake; that means enhanced visuals and animations, leaderboards, etc.
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Need for Speed: SHIFT definitely impressed us and if you want the chance to be impressed without dropping $60 first, download the demo on Thursday.
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Square-Enix believes Final Fantasy XIII will ship more than 6 million units worldwide, and they're also preparing no less than 8 new IPs...
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It seems Sony and Rockstar have been talking about bringing back the three PS2 Grand Theft Autos; would it be like the GoW Collection, only on the PSN?
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It's slated to launch in Japan in March, and it may or may not hit US and European store shelves that same month. But it won't be "much later," at any rate.
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We already know about many of the gameplay additions and enhancements in this sequel, but there's one other "unannounced, exotic" feature...
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If you pre-ordered from GameStop, you had access weeks ago but if not, everything starts today. The public multiplayer demo's start date is September 29!
868 days, 3 hours, 39 minutes old - 53 commentsSeptember 28th, 2009
Last Updated 868 days, 12 hours, 40 minutes ago
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It's the first year in a while where the attendance didn't top the previous year's number, but hey, this tends to happen when there isn't much to talk about.
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Alpha Protocol was supposed to launch next week on the same day as Demon's Souls, but some sources are saying we won't see it until next year. Uh-oh.
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If there are two games that would absolutely dazzle in high-definition, it's these two. Fumito Ueda says he likes the idea, but we gotta convince Sony.
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We weren't supposed to see anything about Final Fantasy Versus XIII at TGS, but a video surprised everyone. However, it's more of a "test demo."
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Oh, yes. A massively expanded Street Fighter IV is said to be expecting a reveal tomorrow night. And it'll come with a classic twist.
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What the hell is this? Why is everyone comparing Forza 3 to a DEMO? Is this what they do when the final game isn't available? Because it's just SILLY.
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It's nice to know that most of our readers won't be tossing out large chunks of cash this holiday season; a selective buyer is a satisfied buyer, right?
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Gee, you would think Infinity Ward and Activision would want to promote this through the roof...oh wait, they will. And a demo might not be necessary.
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The PSP Go is gonna launch with over 16,000 pieces of downloadable content and while most are movies and TV episodes, 225 are full portable games!
869 days, 3 hours, 23 minutes old - 26 commentsSeptember 27th, 2009
Last Updated 869 days, 23 hours, 38 minutes ago
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Fantastic gameplay, flat-out stunning visuals, and sublime control. Is DIRT 2 the best racing game of the year? Find out for yourself.
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People need to be more excited about the God of War Collection, Halo 3: ODST seems like a $60 expansion pack, and I just keep playing Katamari Forever.
870 days, 3 hours, 35 minutes old - 70 commentsSeptember 26th, 2009
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Gearbox says we've only seen "the noobie areas" of the game, and they're not about to spoil things ahead of time. In other words, there's a LOT more to it.
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If you're a Warhawk fan and you've been frequently annoyed by cheaters, take heart: Sony will be clamping down on these posers with an iron fist.
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There was something singular...something unique about that nude scene. And then I realized: do game designers finally understand "tasteful?"
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If you're a huge FF fan and you don't yet own a PS3 Slim, you might have to import this stunning Ceramic White machine with Lightning's outline.
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A couple years ago, very few items related to the PlayStation 3 (especially the system itself) found high spots on Amazon's Bestseller list. ...heh.
871 days, 3 hours, 15 minutes old - 29 commentsSeptember 25th, 2009
Last Updated 871 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes ago
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The full details aren't here yet, but if you sign up for the official FFXIV newsletter, you'll get them soon. It's going to be one popular MMORPG!
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If you're still a little leery about picking up Lost Planet 2, you should try out the new demo that landed on the PSN today. Mech action is lookin' good!
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Sega takes time to answer a few very popular questions concerning VC2 ("why did you choose the PSP?"), and multiplayer was also confirmed.
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First we get the Joker and now this: today's Prey in the Darkness Map Pack will be exclusive to the PSN in North America! Download now for more Batman fun.
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Madison is one of Heavy Rain's lead characters and she's guaranteed to be compelling and intriguing. ...but she also has one hell of a body.
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Yes, the wheel isn't out yet, but Logitech was kind enough to send us a unit ahead of time, and we deliver with a detailed look at the changes and enhancements. Is this worth the $300? (Now with comments enabled!)
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Uncharted 2 is one of the best-looking games ever, but Naughty Dog says they can do even better. Man...talk about your interactive movie!
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We've known for a while that Sony is working on a transfer program that will allow UMD games to play on the PSP Go, but it won't be ready for October 1.
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We've heard this song and dance before but this time, the source is supposedly reliable. Might this long-anticipated feature arrive with update 3.10?
872 days, 3 hours, 27 minutes old - 71 commentsSeptember 24th, 2009
Last Updated 872 days, 12 hours, 54 minutes ago
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Well, it's not Devil May Cry 5, but a DMC producer is involved in the project. Devil Kings 3 should be a heavy dose of hackin' and battlin' fun.
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Sony has announced that their fancy new motion sensing controller will drop in the spring, and they've given us an initial list of compatible software, too.
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Sony has a ton of PSP Go peripherals headed your way, and two - the Bluetooth Headset Receiver and Adapter Cable - are going to be very hot items.
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It didn't take very long for the new PS3 model to hit the 1 million plateau worldwide. We have the price drop to thank for that, obviously.
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You can think of it as PlayStation Home for the PSP, but it seems it will only be available in Japan. Even so, based on these details, it's a cool concept.
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Aw, Japan gets all the fun stuff. Square-Enix has just revealed the special "Lightning-themed PS3;" it's pink and white and comes with a 250GB HDD!
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We continue our TGS coverage into the wee hours of the morning, as Sony's second press conference is in full swing. First up: Gran Turismo 5 in March.
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We've got a few early TGS vids plus gameplay previews for Need for Speed: SHIFT, Katamari Forever, Bayonetta, Tony Hawk: Ride, Battlefield: Bad Company 2, Fairytale Fights, and more.
873 days, 2 hours, 3 minutes oldSeptember 23rd, 2009
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The future is both bright and new: Sony is talking about the future of motion sensing and 3D gaming; the possibilities are almost limitless...
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Sales numbers time: the PSP is at 52.9 million units worldwide and the PS2 continues to reach new heights; that aging platform is at 138 million.
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Kaz Hirai has kicked off his TGS keynote in fine fashion, telling us there are over 2 million pieces of user-generated content in LBP. That's a LOT!
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As if you needed more incentive to nab those high-def GoWs: Sony has just announced that the E3 demo they showed off will be included! SWEET!
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Think you know everything there is to know about Modern Warfare 2? Infinity Ward is quick to disabuse you of that notion; you ain't seen nothin' yet.
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Yes, it's one of the Nine Circles of Hell, so it certainly needs to be included. But Cleopatra is topless and some of the puzzles could be...um...
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Frustrated at the lack of Final Fantasy Versus XIII info? Craving all the pertinent details? You should only have to wait a few months more...
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Strangely enough, Square-Enix will keep this "hidden menu option" from the prying eyes of the public at this week's Tokyo Game Show. But why...?
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Based on some hints and cues from Sony, once again we evaluate what we think will likely end up being in the next-generation PlayStation Portable.
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It's fun and accessible, even if it isn't the most polished or intense title we've ever seen. For flight aficionados, this one could be worth their time.
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If you were at all concerned that Naughty Dog might stop after releasing this hotly anticipated sequel, think again. Uncharted will continue on!
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It got pushed out of 2009 but it seems it hasn't gone far. If the information is accurate, Bayonetta drops on January 5 and we'll get a Collectors, too.
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Those of you who registered for the European MAG beta but didn't receive a code will be happy tomorrow: they say you're guaranteed one!
874 days, 3 hours, 31 minutes old - 19 commentsSeptember 22nd, 2009
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The developers need a little more time with the online multiplayer part, so Blur won't be racing onto store shelves on its anticipated November 3 release date.
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Best Buy has been looking closely at GameStop and video games lately and their CFO admits that used games is a very "margin-rich portion" of the market.
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Ever since the PS3 ditched backwards compatibility for PS2 software, some fans have been pining for its return. Well, this is the next best thing...
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The series has made its triumphant return to the PlayStation family, and this one is just about everything a fan could hope for. Not perfect, but FUN.
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While many may have believed Infinity Ward would stay aboard the Modern Warfare bandwagon, they say they're certainly not making a third installment.
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It may sound like a fighter, but it's actually an RPG, and Capcom has registered trademarks in both North America and Europe. Guess it's headed our way.
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Eidos has announced that they've shipped 2.5 million copies of Arkham Asylum worldwide, which means the game is officially a rip-roaring success.
875 days, 3 hours, 39 minutes old - 42 commentsSeptember 21st, 2009
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Easily the biggest disappoint of 2009 for me, and probably one of the biggest of all time. This Gran Turismo game, while fun, does a whole lot of things wrong.
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The 250GB PS3 Slim is almost a guarantee at this point, and we have more evidence that a bunch of bundles are heading Europe's way.
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The latest sales predictions from Famitsu say Final Fantasy XIII will need only the first week to break the one million sales plateau in Japan. Sounds right.
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The first two took a while to make it to the US, but they DID make it eventually. And for a while, we thought the first PS3 entry would never show up...
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Need for Speed: SHIFT edged out Guitar Hero 5 for the weekly sales crown and even more importantly for Sony, the PS3 version of SHIFT was most popular.
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Despite the stiff competition, the majority of PSXE readers believe Uncharted 2: Among Thieves will grab top honors in 2009. Not many will disagree!
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What's the most-wanted PlayStation 3 game right now at Amazon.com? Yep, this awesome Collection, and it ranks high on the overall game/hardware list, too.
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Kojima and Co. want to give you the option of choosing how you will control the camera in Peace Walker; "Shooter" or "Action" style?
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Some of you are disappointed that Valkyria Chronicles II won't be coming to the PS3, but maybe you should buy this PSP title for the future's sake...
876 days, 3 hours, 31 minutes old - 28 commentsSeptember 20th, 2009
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WOW. After hundreds upon HUNDREDS of submissions, the beta codes are all gone and we're just overwhelmed at the response. Y'all did GREAT.
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Square-Enix may be going in a different direction with Nier, I'm totally psyched for Bioshock 2, and it's nothing but games, games, games from now on...
877 days, 2 hours, 56 minutes old - 30 commentsSeptember 19th, 2009
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Apparently, Capcom says they will have news "very soon" concerning the possibility of a Street Fighter IV sequel. Might it be announced at TGS 2009?
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This awesome PSN title is headed to the PSP in the form of "Fat Princess: Fistful of Cake," and Sony says it'll have 50% more content! Lucky PSP owners.
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Has anyone noticed that the three front-runners for Game of the Year 2009 might all be exclusive to the PS3? Well, provided GT5 makes it this year...
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They're still silent on the details but Rockstar isn't beyond teasing: they say that the PS3 exclusive Agent is "shaping up to be truly spectacular."
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The early review scores continue to blow people away: two perfect scores, one BETTER than perfect score, and a 9.5 are all pointing towards GotY...
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We have 100 codes for the MAG beta test that begins today, and if you want a shot at one, follow the instructions inside. This is THE beta of the year!
880 days, 1 hour, 53 minutes old - 220 commentsSeptember 18th, 2009
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When it first got delayed, we kinda lost sight of it. But it's right back in the limelight now, as this massively anticipated sequel is set for February 9.
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If you're in the UK and you're hesitant about buying the Prestige Edition, maybe the Veteran Edition is more to your liking. Plenty of great goodies.
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A series of written prequel episodes for the game have been announced, and they'll be available to read online and perhaps in physical format. Very nice.
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It may be the best-looking hockey title out there, but that doesn't always translate to quality the whole way 'round. This one falls a little short.
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If you haven't yet heard of Nier, prepare for more info soon. But it's interesting that the PS3 and Xbox 360 will get two DIFFERENT versions.
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There is gonna be all sorts of slashin' and firin' going on in Bayonetta, and if you want a sneak peek at the weapons, now's your chance to learn.
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Bethesda has announced a Game of the Year Edition for Fallout 3 - it boasts all 5 expansion packs - and DLC for the PS3 version is finally coming.
879 days, 3 hours, 36 minutes old - 49 commentsSeptember 17th, 2009
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So you're playing a game on your fancy new PSP Go and you suddenly think to yourself, "hey, I wanna do something else with this thing." Well, go for it!
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It's another potentially awesome PSP title for the holidays, so if you're a fan of the series, go for it. There's incentive for an early purchase, too!
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Okay, so apparently, there's an option in Uncharted 2: Among Thieves that will let you automatically post progress updates to your Twitter account. ...wow?
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This military shooter will have you fully covered when you head online; multiple modes including both co-op and competitive, so use your tact and skill!
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We've got two vids related to FFXIII (straight from the Premiere Party), two gameplay previews of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, and trailers for Need for Speed: SHIFT, Borderlands, DJ Hero, and more!
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Another look at another bad-ass bundle...and it appears it might not ever see the light of day in the US. But perhaps we just have to wait until TGS...
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One analyst believes we'll see the next Grand Theft Auto installment during Take-Two's "fiscal year 2011," which means after October 31, 2010...
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At first, we didn't know if Star Ocean: The Last Hope International really WOULD be "international." Oh, but it is; it'll be everywhere on February 9!
880 days, 3 hours, 30 minutes old - 31 commentsSeptember 16th, 2009
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Simply the most in-depth review you will find on this game is here. We examine, over analyze, and harp on a number of odd flaws for what is otherwise a fantastic racing game fans should not be without.
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Our best guess so far for a FFXIII US release date is June, but Square-Enix says they want to deliver the game only 3 months after the Japanese release...
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The new movie marks the return of Tron after a 30-year absence and of course, we need a game to go with it. Just don't let us down, Disney!
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The largest Dutch retailer, Nedgame, has refused to sell the PSP Go due to its high price and lack of UMD. They just don't see much profit for themselves.
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It's another EA simulation attempt, and yet another very, very solid effort. NHL 10 will give the fans just about everything they desire; good stuff here.
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You know how a lot of titles escaped out of 2009 to avoid the stiff competition? ...well, won't all those "AAA" games just jam up again next year?
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Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick is a hard-nosed businessman who has enjoyed immense success. But he doesn't really appear to be a "gamer's executive."
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It'll be one of the most sought-after action titles of the year and if you want an early shot at it, log onto the PSN next week. This demo is a must!
881 days, 3 hours, 16 minutes old - 23 commentsSeptember 15th, 2009
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id Software's long running, and once revered, franchise has returned. Unfortunately, this is one return we could've done without.
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The ongoing samurai saga is making its return with a third installment, and it sounds promising.
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A game where classic fairytale characters spill blood and cause chaos? Sounds awesome!
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EA has revealed the third installment in this quality skating franchise, and it should once again set a skating benchmark. Team challenges FTW!
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If you live in Europe or Australia and you want a shot at a MAG beta tester position, simply sign up now for a chance to snag one of 16,000 spots.
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It's no longer a rumor: the latest Famitsu issue has revealed that a new version of The Last Hope is headed to the PS3! No word on a US release, though.
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If you experienced issues from firmware update 3.00 (Dual Shock 3 woes, Uncharted freezing points), you'll be happy to know a "fix-it" update is now live.
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This is the kind of technology we could only dream about when we were kids. And while it may seem cutesy, you just have to applaud the innovation.
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The very first review score has apparently been leaked, and Uncharted 2 isn't just perfect...it's better than perfect. It LITERALLY scored off the chart!
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If you're done with Batman: Arkham Asylum, don't be so quick to take the disc out. One DLC pack drops this week and another one is set for the 24th.
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Madden NFL 10 hasn't exactly sold poorly but it's not living up to expectations. Still, EA has confidence for the rest of 2009 and remain dedicated to excellence.
882 days, 3 hours, 32 minutes old - 21 commentsSeptember 14th, 2009
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We've often wondered why films based on video games suck. Well, an EA vice-president believes it's because they "try to respect" the games too much.
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Despite some reservations that we're overdoing the music-based games, Guitar Hero 5 snags the top spot in last week's UK sales charts. It's invincible!
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This is frustrating. We never got Yakuza 3 here in the US and Sega is already teasing Yakuza 4, another PS3 exclusive set for a TGS 2009 unveiling.
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You may have missed it, but this side-scroller raked in some promising feedback last year, so they've decided to make another, exclusively for the PSN.
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While everyone will scream about the many benefits offered by digital distribution, there's still something special about PHYSICAL game collections.
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Although the common refrain is, "it's all about the games," the vast majority of you realize that the new $299 price tag makes the PS3 slim most appealing.
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We're hoping everyone remembers one of the best action franchises of the last generation, because there's a chance that Capcom could bring it back...
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It seems Sony is giving all you non-Wipeout HD owners a second chance: it may launch on Blu-Ray in October, and it'll even include the Fury expansion!
883 days, 3 hours, 15 minutes old - 19 commentsSeptember 13th, 2009
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More hero games! Well, at least this one isn't Guitar Hero and it does require an all new device to interact with. We went hands-on with this months ago, and we're reporting our experience and the details.
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The fans demand more, and Namco-Bandai is giving them the biggest Dragon Ball game ever! Details within.
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One of Konami's unannounced titles for TGS had BETTER be a new Suikoden, I am strangely attracted to EyePet, and the games keep rollin' in...
884 days, 2 hours, 40 minutes old - 47 commentsSeptember 12th, 2009
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Seriously, this is CRAZY. Naughty Dog is going to give you access to a BIG portion of the finalized multiplayer mode with this demo...
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The PS3 Slim is an attractive piece of electronic equipment. But compared to what ColorWare can do, the default look is bland by comparison.
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We know about the negative labels gamers often suffer from, but I just encountered a new one: has anyone else heard gaming associated with egoism?
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Uncharted 2: Among Thieves has officially gone gold, and to celebrate, Sony is going to hold a series of special "sneak peek" events...food and playing!
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The PS3 version of Vesperia will indeed be getting plenty of exclusive content not found in the original 360 version. It still isn't confirmed for the US, though.
885 days, 3 hours, 11 minutes old - 26 commentsSeptember 11th, 2009
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It's baaaaack! Sadly, there's just no avoiding this curse. Larry Fitzgerald better watch out, because Polamalu went down last night with an injury.
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Oh, they're bringing just about every big-name title in their stable to TGS 2009. Of course, we just want American launch dates for FFXIII and GT5!
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Yes, the new PSP Go is all digital, but don't forget that Sony will still sell the PSP-3000, and this means they're still committed to the UMD format.
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Half-Minute Hero is a strange yet surprisingly addictive little RPG that has a very unique idea: complete all your challenges in 30 seconds or less!
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It's cute and amusing and pretty fun to play. That doesn't automatically make it a must-buy, but even so, this game has a way of making you smile.
886 days, 3 hours, 35 minutes old - 10 comments |
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The combination of the price drop and PS3 Slim has really opened the floodgates. Retail sales were WAY up in week-over-week sales...talk about a surge!
886 days, 3 hours, 36 minutes old - 75 comments |
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The game is scheduled to launch on October 13, and that date is now written in stone: major sources are already confirming receipt of the review code!
886 days, 3 hours, 38 minutes old - 28 comments | 
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Don't like the new-look Friends list after downloading firmware update 3.00? You're not alone, and Sony is considering another cosmetic overhaul.
886 days, 3 hours, 39 minutes old - 57 commentsSeptember 10th, 2009
Last Updated 886 days, 12 hours, 52 minutes ago
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If you thought it was a little creepy to have Kurt Cobain's likeness in the latest Guitar Hero, you're not the only one: Courtney Love appears to be PISSED.
886 days, 12 hours, 52 minutes old - 49 comments | 
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We know they're bringing Peace Walker and probably Rising and Lords of Shadow. But there are other currently unannounced titles set for TGS 2009...
886 days, 14 hours, 26 minutes old - 44 comments | 
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At first, Media Molecule wasn't sure how Kojima and Co. would respond to those MGS4 costumes in LittleBigPlanet. But everyone has a sense of humor.
886 days, 14 hours, 42 minutes old - 11 comments | 
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There's only one expression that will come to your lips when you see this: "Awww..." He's just so cute, and the best part is, he's very clean...
886 days, 14 hours, 55 minutes old - 33 comments | 
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The year of the PSP's rebirth continues with the release of SoulCalibur: Broken Destiny. Unfortunately, as solid as this handheld port may be, it falls short on value.
887 days, 1 hour, 6 minutes old - 13 comments |
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We've got great new vids for Need for Speed: SHIFT (car battle!), Assassin's Creed II, Dante's Inferno, Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising, DiRT 2, Darksiders, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2, and more!
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If you haven't leaped on the PS3 Slim bandwagon yet, just wait: one with a 250GB HDD should be available this holiday season. Bring it on!
887 days, 3 hours, 19 minutes old - 54 comments | 
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A whole new revolution in gaming might not be far off, as true 3D is starting to become the talk of the town. Bravia HDTVs supporting the feature in 2010?
887 days, 3 hours, 20 minutes old - 47 comments | 
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What good is something like head tracking in GT5? Well, how about full control over the cockpit camera; being able to look to the side and behind you?
887 days, 3 hours, 21 minutes old - 46 commentsSeptember 9th, 2009
Last Updated 887 days, 10 hours, 17 minutes ago
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If you haven't seen one of those update e-mails from the PSN in a long time, you're not alone. Many users are complaining of the problem.
887 days, 10 hours, 17 minutes old - 38 comments | 
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According to a SCEA employee's LinkedIn profile, they're working on a "AAA FPS" for the PS3, and we'd certainly like to have more details on the project.
887 days, 14 hours, 16 minutes old - 99 comments |
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Two huge exclusive titles will make some waves in the next Game Informer; one is announced and the other is unannounced. We say GT5 might be there...
887 days, 14 hours, 28 minutes old - 53 comments |
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Infinity Ward says they've had two separate teams working on the single-player and multiplayer components since development first started.
887 days, 14 hours, 40 minutes old - 17 comments | 
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What's this...? A hugely anticipated PS3 exclusive review...nearly a solid MONTH before its scheduled release? Believe it, peeps. One of the first!
888 days, 2 hours, 52 minutes old - 47 comments | 
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Here we go again. I sometimes get the urge to defend me and my colleagues when it comes to the subject of critic bashing...is this crap ever going to stop?
888 days, 2 hours, 53 minutes old - 75 comments | 
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You can pre-order the God of War Collection for only $36.99, grab the great Uncharted 160GB PS3 bundle for $349, and a Dual Shock 3 for $42.99!
888 days, 3 hours, 8 minutes old - 21 comments | 
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Man, they had one heck of a party over there in Tokyo yesterday. We got the Japanese release date, plus the unveiling of the theme song and...Elixir!
888 days, 3 hours, 9 minutes old - 17 commentsSeptember 8th, 2009
Last Updated 888 days, 6 hours, 8 minutes ago
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The world's biggest rock band of all time gets their very own iteration of...well, Rock Band. See why The Beatles: Rock Band is an absolute must.
888 days, 6 hours, 8 minutes old - 27 comments | 
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Marking it's fifth full-scale entry, Guitar Hero 5 returns with a kick ass soundtrack, and some nice gameplay enhancements.
888 days, 6 hours, 8 minutes old - 25 comments |
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If you waited a bit at the menu screen for Batman: Arkham Asylum, you would have noticed this message in the news ticker down at the bottom...
888 days, 12 hours, 50 minutes old - 36 comments |
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Square-Enix has confirmed the Japanese launch date leaked a few days ago, and it has also been revealed that a PS3 bundle is "planned." Give us the US date!
888 days, 14 hours, 23 minutes old - 55 comments | 
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We only have a few vague details concerning Ninja Theory's new mystery project, but we know it isn't Heavenly Sword 2, and it may use the popular UE3.
888 days, 14 hours, 35 minutes old - 44 comments | 
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Vivid Entertainment thinks the PS3 has "real potential" to boost their business, and may officially ask Sony to provide HD porn movies through the PSN.
888 days, 14 hours, 47 minutes old - 142 comments | 
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Seriously. The music genre in the game world has exploded this generation but in looking at the next few months, we're feeling a little...er...inundated.
889 days, 3 hours, 8 minutes old - 86 comments | 
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Avatar should be a downright huge movie when it releases, and it provides Ubisoft with a fantastic foundation for a game. But can they come through...?
889 days, 3 hours, 33 minutes old - 22 comments | 
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The creator of the Monkey Island series has a new quirky project to entice you, and it has a morbidly suggestive name. Oh, there will be some laughs!
889 days, 3 hours, 34 minutes old - 14 comments |
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For this week only, take advantage of a deal that will save some serious cash: buy one PS3 game (or pre-order one) and get the second at 50% off!
889 days, 3 hours, 37 minutes old - 73 comments |
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We were all ready to settle on a December release date, but now, it appears as if we might get Gran Turismo 5 earlier than expected. A LOT earlier...
889 days, 3 hours, 36 minutes old - 62 commentsSeptember 7th, 2009
Last Updated 889 days, 12 hours, 49 minutes ago
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An online advertisement has revealed something very, very big: the Japanese launch date for FFXIII! Square-Enix promised to deliver it this year, and...
889 days, 12 hours, 49 minutes old - 52 comments | 
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We've known about the March 2010 release date for the US since E3, but now, Famitsu has confirmed the same for Japan...all that's left is Europe...
889 days, 14 hours, 23 minutes old - 31 comments | 
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These numbers aren't official, but the early estimate says the PS3 Slim sold a ton of units around the world; close to a half-million in the first week!
889 days, 14 hours, 38 minutes old - 63 comments |
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Of all the possible big announcements we may get at the Tokyo Game Show this year, the majority of you believe a 2009 release date for GT5 is most likely.
890 days, 2 hours, 55 minutes old - 24 comments |
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This sequel is "bigger and more ambitious" in almost every possible way, and the team has really worked to make it a "full-length movie experience."
890 days, 2 hours, 57 minutes old - 50 comments | 
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Well, this is a new one: during the PAX presentation of Brutal Legend, we learn that players will have the option of eliminating bad words from the game.
890 days, 2 hours, 58 minutes old - 29 comments |
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The latest firmware update has caused a few issues for some users, but there's one feature that might make your PSN experience a bit more enjoyable.
890 days, 2 hours, 59 minutes old - 42 commentsSeptember 6th, 2009
Last Updated 891 days, 1 hour, 18 minutes ago
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inFamous 2 would SO top my "most anticipated list," I'm back on the fence regarding next-gen remakes, and we've got some EARLY reviews comin'...
891 days, 1 hour, 18 minutes old - 42 commentsSeptember 5th, 2009
Last Updated 891 days, 14 hours, 39 minutes ago
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This is the one major feature that has been missing from LittleBigPlanet since the game's launch, but beta testing "went well" so it can't be too far off...
891 days, 14 hours, 39 minutes old - 41 comments | 
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Sucker Punch is looking for a Lead Character Artist for a "forthcoming AAA title," and we'd certainly like to believe it's a sequel to one of 2009's best.
891 days, 14 hours, 57 minutes old - 55 comments | 
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It's easy to accept old stereotypes and it's easy to claim that video games have no redeeming value. But what if games have been HELPING the guys...?
892 days, 3 hours, 21 minutes old - 43 comments |
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You knew they'd have to give us a special edition for this guaranteed exclusive gem, but you might be disappointed to learn it'll be unbuyable...
892 days, 3 hours, 23 minutes old - 27 comments |
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Well, $150 really isn't scaring enough people away; it's tough to find the PS3 version of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Prestige Edition. Wow.
892 days, 3 hours, 25 minutes old - 39 commentsSeptember 4th, 2009
Last Updated 892 days, 11 hours, 2 minutes ago
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What was the top download for the month of August? Well, it wasn't Fat Princess and it wasn't Battlefield 1943...it was this stylish, old-school fighter.
892 days, 11 hours, 2 minutes old - 30 comments | 
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The series has been around for over 12 years but EA says they currently have "no plans" to pursue another NASCAR title. Maybe it's only temporary...
892 days, 14 hours, 23 minutes old - 40 comments |
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Odd...all the positive vibes surrounding Batman: Arkham Asylum haven't reach the developers. They're waiting to see if we "like the game..."
892 days, 14 hours, 34 minutes old - 60 comments |
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Even if the PS3 doesn't reach the PS2 in terms of overall sales, Sony still thinks the newest console will be around even longer. 2016 and beyond...
892 days, 14 hours, 46 minutes old - 59 comments | 
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So much about the two competing consoles is similar, and now that the price is virtually the same, there can be only one tiebreaker: exclusive software.
893 days, 3 hours, 26 minutes old - 157 comments | 
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This sounds more like an April Fool's joke but we're nowhere near April, and Tecmo has confirmed it: you'll be able to control...certain parts of the ladies.
893 days, 3 hours, 27 minutes old - 96 comments | 
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If you've been waiting for your chance to become a video game tester, here's your chance: be part of this new reality show and grab your dream job!
893 days, 3 hours, 28 minutes old - 65 commentsSeptember 3rd, 2009
Last Updated 893 days, 13 hours, 8 minutes ago
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If you don't like the Slim or would rather save some money, you now have the option of snagging a PS3 for only $219. It's refurbished, but it's cheap.
893 days, 13 hours, 8 minutes old - 59 comments |
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Okay, so the little riddle has been solved but it doesn't help much, and Sega only says we have to continue to "ponder." Just give the PS3 some VC love!
893 days, 14 hours, 27 minutes old - 32 comments | 
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Radical Entertainment is working on an "unannounced project" right now, and we're all starting to wonder if that mystery title is a sequel to Prototype.
893 days, 14 hours, 42 minutes old - 43 comments |
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It took a few years for the Network to catch Live, and Sony admits to not pushing it hard enough at the start. Now, though, they're looking to expand fast.
893 days, 14 hours, 54 minutes old - 50 comments | 
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Awesome new gameplay trailers for Final Fantasy XIV Online, Bayonetta, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Mini Ninjas, Demon's Souls and Brutal Legend.
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This even half-dozen includes new trailers for both LittleBigPlanet PSP and Gran Turismo PSP, plus debut vids for Persona 3 Portable, God Eater, R-Type Command II and Phantasy Star Portable.
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Now that we know about the impending God of War Collection, what other PS2 classics should get remade for the PS3? MGS? DMC? FFX? Onimusha?
894 days, 3 hours, 37 minutes old - 181 comments |
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Kojima Productions has two teams working on both Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker and Metal Gear Solid: Rising...and they're not big fans of each other.
894 days, 3 hours, 38 minutes old - 38 comments | 
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Not every PS3 owner is a big fan of the latest firmware update, and some are just plain furious 'cuz they're having trouble with their controllers.
894 days, 3 hours, 40 minutes old - 116 commentsSeptember 2nd, 2009
Last Updated 894 days, 9 hours, 37 minutes ago
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This is gonna be one hot bundle: it features GT PSP, a Limited Edition "Mystic Silver" PSP-3000, and a BUNCH of downloadable goodies (movies, music)!
894 days, 9 hours, 37 minutes old - 24 comments |
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Quantic Dream delayed Heavy Rain because it "needs space," and they further warn that if the game fails, it will only lead to more copycats and rehashes.
894 days, 12 hours, 46 minutes old - 51 comments |
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Sony has no intention of changing anything significant (seriously, don't mess with masterpieces), but they still want to include some extra goodies...
894 days, 14 hours, 22 minutes old - 61 comments | 
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Well, it's a new way to tease the fans and should also cater to the puzzle-lovers in all of us. If you can fill in the blanks, you're the winner today.
894 days, 14 hours, 36 minutes old - 28 comments |
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If you're an adult and you're a little sick of all the immaturity and hostility online, you should know that the PSN is your best bet (so says the stats).
894 days, 14 hours, 53 minutes old - 84 comments | 
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We played it, we loved it. And here's our gushing bit of text that tells you why you must buy this game.
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It has been a long time coming this generation, but RPG fans will finally have a bunch of options in a few months time. Which one suits you best?
895 days, 3 hours, 20 minutes old - 61 comments | 
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We go hands-on with the new demo, and we find that it features a lot of blood, a lot of style, a lot of smile-inducing action...and a few control issues.
895 days, 3 hours, 21 minutes old - 63 comments |
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Want more evidence that GT5 will release this year? Want to know about the MANY PS3 Slim packages that should be coming? Then today's your lucky day.
895 days, 3 hours, 22 minutes old - 65 comments | 
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It seems that Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick has been asked the question one too many times...and so he makes it clear: no announcements on anything!
895 days, 3 hours, 23 minutes old - 41 commentsSeptember 1st, 2009
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Everyone loves to complain about the constant influx of sequels but if you people hadn't NOTICED, games with numbers in their titles tend to flat-out rule.
895 days, 12 hours, 43 minutes old - 87 comments |
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Batman: Arkham Asylum is the best game of August, and the gamers - at least in the UK - have responded. It even beat out Wii Sports Resort on the chart!
895 days, 14 hours, 28 minutes old - 38 comments | 
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The ESRB has rated a few more old PS1 classics for release on the PSN, and this includes our buddy Abe, Syphon Filter 2, Um Jammer Lammy, and more!
895 days, 14 hours, 41 minutes old - 72 comments |
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A recent teaser trailer has turned us on to a number of new perks in this sequel, and that includes a riot shield, dual wielding, and maybe extra speed.
895 days, 14 hours, 52 minutes old - 28 comments |
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The first weekend where the PS3 and Xbox 360 were the same price is past, and guess which one of these consoles was ranked #1 at Amazon.com...?
896 days, 3 hours, 30 minutes old - 183 comments |
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It'll launch in October in Japan but North American gamers have to wait until next year...does that mean we'll have to wait for this bad-ass demo, too?
896 days, 3 hours, 32 minutes old - 13 comments | 
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Okay, so maybe you don't like the new "kiddie" look for Rock Band, but if you're a fan of the series, you should know those songs will be exportable...
896 days, 3 hours, 33 minutes old - 15 comments 
