Updates (January, 2010)

--1/30/2010 10:01:20 PM--

Ben's Week In Review: January 31
I miss the days of the good old-fashioned RPG, I really don't care about Episodes from Liberty City for the PS3, and I finish ODST and move on to...--1/30/2010 10:01:20 PM--
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--1/30/2010 10:58:43 AM--

After Burner Climax Winging Onto PSN, XBLA This Spring
You probably haven't heard much about After Burner - unless you got the 2007 PSP iteration - but it's coming back in the form of a digital download.--1/30/2010 10:58:43 AM--
1211 days, 10 hours, 27 minutes old - 20 comments

Disgaea Infinite Confirmed For May In North America
Another Disgaea title is going portable this spring and NIS America says it's "the first visual novel" to be released in the US. Yep, a "visual novel."--1/30/2010 10:45:23 AM--
1211 days, 10 hours, 40 minutes old - 13 comments

Editorial: What Do You Expect From Heavy Rain?
It's one of the most anticipated games of the year but we want to know WHY. What exactly are you expecting? What kind of experience are you seeking?--1/29/2010 9:42:01 PM--
1211 days, 23 hours, 43 minutes old - 87 comments

Is Eat Sleep Play's Project A New IP?
We've all assumed that Jaffe's new project at Eat Sleep Play is a new Twisted Metal but based on his recent comments, we're starting to question...--1/29/2010 9:35:45 PM--
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BioWare Focusing On The Technology Of Dragon Age 2
Did you know BioWare is working on Dragon Age 2? Well, they are and you know what? They're gonna be upgrading those lackluster visuals.--1/29/2010 9:33:53 PM--
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--1/29/2010 12:30:14 PM--

Senior Designer For Killzone 2 Now Working On Resistance 3?
It seems one of the senior designers for Killzone 2 has moved on to Insomniac to work on their next big project. Odds are it's Resistance 3.--1/29/2010 12:30:14 PM--
1212 days, 8 hours, 55 minutes old - 66 comments

2K Marin Hiring For "Unannounced" Multiplayer Project?
A new job listing for 2K Marin points towards the distinct possibility of a multiplayer-oriented project for the PS3 and Xbox 360. What is it...?--1/29/2010 10:52:30 AM--
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Platinum's New Project Is Vanquish
Platinum revealed its new game last night on GameTrailers TV and it's not a Bayonetta sequel or spin-off. But they do have some help from a legend...--1/29/2010 10:39:14 AM--
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PS3 Review: MAG
It's quite possibly the most ambitious online game ever but does it stand up to deep analysis? Well, let's just say this game's potential is incalculable.--1/28/2010 9:40:32 PM--
1212 days, 23 hours, 45 minutes old - 119 comments

GoWIII Launch Date Confirmed, Ultimate Edition Revealed
The launch date has been solidified, the box art has been revealed, the Ultimate Edition is lookin' bad-ass, and the GoW Collection is now only $29.99!--1/28/2010 9:39:18 PM--
1212 days, 23 hours, 46 minutes old - 73 comments

Heavy Rain Golden, Demo Date Set
It's official: Heavy Rain has gone gold for North America and furthermore, we'll get a playable demo on the PSN in just a few weeks time. Excellent!--1/28/2010 9:38:08 PM--
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Retailer Confirms GTA: Episodes From Liberty City For PS3 (UPDATED)
It has been rumored for quite some time but one retailer has confirmed it: this former Xbox 360 exclusive will indeed come to the PS3 eventually.--1/28/2010 9:36:53 PM--
1212 days, 23 hours, 49 minutes old - 71 comments

Q Entertainment Considering Rez HD For The PSN
Rez was one of those cult classics that was both amazingly unique and oddly addictive in a psychedelic way. The question is, do you want Rez HD?--1/28/2010 9:35:49 PM--
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--1/28/2010 12:40:56 PM--

BioWare Working On "Unannounced Projects" For PS3
Even though they won't confirm any Mass Effect for Sony's console, BioWare says they're working on new games for the PS3. Excellent news, RPG fans.--1/28/2010 12:40:56 PM--
1213 days, 8 hours, 45 minutes old - 56 comments

Achieve Perfection In MLB 2K10...And Win $1 Million
No, it's not a joke. If you can be the first one to pitch a perfect game in the first two months of the game's availability, you win...you win BIG.--1/28/2010 11:02:00 AM--
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"No Plans" To Bring Tales Of Vesperia PS3 To North America
The PS3 version released in Japan last year but if you want it, you'll have to import it. Namco Bandai says they're not planning to release it here.--1/28/2010 10:47:42 AM--
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Rumor: DLC Set For FFXIII, "Arrive A Little Later In The West"
The information is a bit confusing but at the very least, it seems DLC for Final Fantasy XIII may be headed our way soon after the game's launch.--1/28/2010 10:33:03 AM--
1213 days, 10 hours, 52 minutes old - 79 comments

PS3 Videos Updated
We've got the official launch trailer for MAG, plus new vids for Assassin's Creed II (the new DLC!), Spec Ops: The Line, Heavy Rain, Battlefield: Bad Company 2, Bioshock 2, and more!--1/27/2010 9:32:04 PM--
1213 days, 23 hours, 53 minutes old

Eat Sleep Play To Show A Revealing Trailer Soon?
It seems Sony is preparing a teaser trailer for Eat Sleep Play's mysterious new project...and if it is what we THINK it is, get ready for big news.--1/27/2010 9:30:45 PM--
1213 days, 23 hours, 55 minutes old - 49 comments

GoWIII Details: 15-20 Hours Length, Sex Mini-Game
Some new details have arrived for God of War III and if they're accurate, we're looking at a 15-20 hour adventure. Plus, the return of the sex mini-game.--1/27/2010 9:29:49 PM--
1213 days, 23 hours, 56 minutes old - 114 comments

Final Fantasy XII Sequel, Fortress, Briefly Resurfaces
Remember this game? Supposedly a direct sequel to FFXII and originally in development at the new-defunct GRIN studios, FORTRESS has returned...--1/27/2010 9:28:55 PM--
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--1/27/2010 12:37:43 PM--

Military Research: Gaming Improves "Ability To Reason"
The results have been "surprising." According to recent research, gamers have a distinct advantage over non-gamers in a variety of different areas.--1/27/2010 12:37:43 PM--
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Speed Up Bayonetta Load Times With PS3 Patch
A new patch will be available for the PS3 version of Bayonetta tomorrow; it adds an "Install" option to the menu so you can speed up those load times.--1/27/2010 10:49:24 AM--
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Rumor: Epic And Platinum Collaborating On New Project?
It's hardly concrete but some evidence points towards the possibility of Epic and Platinum coming together to create something special. What could it be?--1/27/2010 10:34:39 AM--
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PS3 Preview: Lead And Gold: Gangs Of The Wild West
Maybe you aren't into the modern-day military scene. Maybe you love Westerns and are looking forward to Red Dead Redemption. Then pay attention!--1/26/2010 9:45:14 PM--
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Zipper Interactive Defends MAG's Potential Greatness
MAG hasn't been dragging down high review scores so far but the developers stand tall. They say it's the "best multiplayer shooter" out there, so...--1/26/2010 9:44:10 PM--
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Taste The Past During God Of War III?
GoWIII is the final entry of the trilogy, so maybe it's not surprising to learn that SCEA will be including a recap of sorts for the uninitiated.--1/26/2010 9:43:00 PM--
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Sadistic Weapon Customization Found In Dead Rising 2
Remember how you could use just about anything as a weapon in Dead Rising? How about COMBINING them into crazier weapons in the sequel...?--1/26/2010 9:41:48 PM--
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--1/26/2010 12:41:07 PM--

Lost Planet 2 Lumbers Into May
Capcom has revealed the release date for Lost Planet with the special bonus of two recognizable faces...even though PS3 owners might not care.--1/26/2010 12:41:07 PM--
1215 days, 8 hours, 44 minutes old - 30 comments

Super Street Fighter IV Officially Dated, New Trailer
Capcom has revealed the finalized release dates for this upgraded version, which features a bunch of new characters, new music, new ultras, etc.--1/26/2010 11:05:39 AM--
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The Past Of L.A. Noire: Dark And Murky
Many people are wondering about this game's long, confusing past. Well, it's quite the story...did you know it all started way back in 2003?--1/26/2010 10:54:05 AM--
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Half-Minute Hero Demo Announced, Game Goes Gold
It's the game that has you saving the world in successive 30-second chunks of old-school RPG action, and you can sample the ingenuity very soon.--1/26/2010 10:36:08 AM--
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Will Too Many PS3 Owners Pass On Bioshock 2?
This sequel is only a couple weeks away but in examining the situation, it seems that many PS3 owners are planning to ignore it. Say it ain't so!--1/25/2010 9:35:34 PM--
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PS3 Hits 3 Million Milestone In UK
The PS3 has hit another big milestone across the pond: it has been announced that Sony's machine has passed the 3 million sold mark in the UK!--1/25/2010 9:34:34 PM--
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Sony Doesn't Regret Keeping God Of War II On PS2
As God of War III looms large on the horizon, we look back and wonder what might have been if GoWII came out for the PS3. Sony regrets nothing, though.--1/25/2010 9:33:14 PM--
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--1/25/2010 12:43:22 PM--

SCEE Reveals God Of War III Release Date For UK
Sony has announced the official launch date for both God of War III and the Ultimate Trilogy Edition in Europe. Mark your calendars now!--1/25/2010 12:43:22 PM--
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Music Game Makers: Genre Hasn't Topped Out, More To Come
Despite the lackluster performance of the genre in 2009, Harmonix and Neversoft believe the best is yet to come and user-generated content is "crucial."--1/25/2010 11:01:10 AM--
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Cage On Heavy Rain Content: "Nothing Is Gratuitous"
Quantic Dream's David Cage is once again defending the questionable content in Heavy Rain, saying nothing is done only "for the sake of sex or gore."--1/25/2010 10:43:37 AM--
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The Reason Why MAG Reviews Are In Short Supply
Reviewing a massive online FPS isn't the same as reviewing other games. Furthermore, how can you analyze it until enough people HAVE it...?--1/25/2010 10:32:21 AM--
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PSXE Poll Update: God Of War III Is All That Matters
It's not exactly a surprise but it's even less of a challenge when Final Fantasy XIII has its fair share of naysayers. GoWIII is tops on your lists!--1/24/2010 9:57:14 PM--
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Geoff Keighley: Mass Effect 2 Will "Eventually" Come To PS3
Keighley thinks it's only a matter of time, and the only reason we haven't received the confirmation is 'cuz EA "can't talk about it yet." Makes perfect sense.--1/24/2010 9:55:10 PM--
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Dead Or Alive Paradise: New Screens, Teaser Trailer
Look outside. See any bikini-clad babes frolicking about under palm trees? Likely not, so we've got you covered with all new Paradise media.--1/24/2010 9:53:29 PM--
1216 days, 23 hours, 32 minutes old - 56 comments

Front Mission Evolved Suiting Up For A Spring Launch
Yeah, it's no longer a turn-based strategy game but maybe that's a good thing. This real-time, third-person action title has a ton of robotic promise.--1/24/2010 9:50:55 PM--
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--1/23/2010 10:03:33 PM--

Ben's Week In Review: January 24
L.A. Noire has suddenly grabbed my attention, I might actually have to get the DLC for Heavy Rain, and I keep working on Bayonetta and Halo 3: ODST.--1/23/2010 10:03:33 PM--
1217 days, 23 hours, 22 minutes old - 91 comments

--1/23/2010 11:04:16 AM--

FFVII Remake Rumor Crushed...Again
Square-Enix's Tetsuya Nomura said we really shouldn't get our hopes up for a Final Fantasy VII remake. So once again, there goes THAT.--1/23/2010 11:04:16 AM--
1218 days, 10 hours, 21 minutes old - 84 comments

L.A. Noire Missions Based On Real-Life Crimes From 1947
This may be one of the coolest pieces of info we've heard: it seems that crimes you must solve in L.A. Noire came straight from LA newspapers in 1947.--1/23/2010 10:51:29 AM--
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Final Fantasy XIII Hate Unfounded?
We've been seeing a lot of dislike and hate directed towards Final Fantasy XIII lately and it seems that's due to...well, Final Fantasy being Final Fantasy.--1/22/2010 9:29:48 PM--
1218 days, 23 hours, 56 minutes old - 208 comments

Uncharted 2 Single-Player Demo, Skin Pack DLC Incoming
This new batch of downloadable content features the "PlayStation Heroes!" You'll see what we mean...and a demo is finally on the way, too.--1/22/2010 9:28:42 PM--
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Metal Gear Solid PSP Bundle Hits North American PSN
This MGS bundle is now available to download and it features a couple great games and the Metal Gear Solid digital novel. The price isn't bad, either.--1/22/2010 9:27:46 PM--
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--1/22/2010 12:32:28 PM--

Sneak Peek At "It Only Does 256 Players" Commercial
A new PS3 commercial will hit your TVs next week; Kevin Butler is back to talk about MAG, which is clearly a major focus for Sony in early 2010.--1/22/2010 12:32:28 PM--
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Kojima "Taking Charge" Of Peace Walker's Game Design
Hideo Kojima says most of the ideas for Peace Walker come directly from him and he's in charge of the overall game design. Any problems with that...?--1/22/2010 10:52:35 AM--
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Bayonetta Creator Considering Sequel Or Spin-Off
Hideki Kamiya says he sees nothing wrong with a sequel but personally, he's considering a spin-off of some kind. ...oh dear God...the risks...--1/22/2010 10:41:46 AM--
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Motion Controller Delay Won't Affect RE5 "Gold Edition"
At TGS last year, it was confirmed that the new RE5 edition would feature support for Sony's motion controller, but the latter's delay hasn't affected it.--1/22/2010 10:26:41 AM--
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Rockstar Hints At GTAIV DLC On PS3, Teases L.A. Noire
PS3 fans are always interested in L.A. Noire and when Rockstar might finally deliver that DLC for Grand Theft Auto IV. Well, here are some answers.--1/21/2010 9:42:42 PM--
1219 days, 23 hours, 43 minutes old - 56 comments

GameStop Offers Exclusive Yakuza 3 Pre-Order Incentives
Pre-ordering this anticipated action title will get you five bucks off the price plus some free DLC. Yakuza 3 doesn't deserve to be ignored in March.--1/21/2010 9:41:29 PM--
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EA Keeps Tiger, Announces Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11
You can't keep a good franchise down, regardless of extenuating circumstances. Tiger Woods PGA Tour is back, and this time with a free preview...--1/21/2010 9:40:35 PM--
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--1/21/2010 12:36:22 PM--

PlayStation Reality Show, "The Tester," Set To Go
It's the very first reality show for gaming and the cast of 11 contestants is now set. They also have the panel of judges and the confirmed hostess.--1/21/2010 12:36:22 PM--
1220 days, 8 hours, 49 minutes old - 50 comments

Heavy Rain DLC Proving Its Worth
The "Heavy Rain Chronicles" features more than a few hours of extra play time; each back story for each character should be very, very interesting.--1/21/2010 11:04:22 AM--
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Peace Walker: Recruiting Foes And "AI Weapons That Sing"
Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker includes a few interesting features that may raise a few eyebrows. Did you know that recruiting enemies unlocks stuff?--1/21/2010 10:49:10 AM--
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Pachter: Epic Regrets Making Gears Exclusive To 360
Analyst Michael Pachter believes Epic now regrets signing that contract with Microsoft to keep Gears of War exclusive to the Xbox 360. Hmm...--1/21/2010 10:31:21 AM--
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PS3 Videos Updated
A look at the online multiplayer for White Knight Chronicles, plus new vids for God of War III, Front Mission Evolved, Dark Void, Brink, Aliens vs. Predator, and Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition.--1/20/2010 9:36:37 PM--
1220 days, 23 hours, 49 minutes old

PSP Videos Updated
Hey, RPG fans! We've got two new trailers for Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep, plus the debut video for Atlus' Hexyz Force, the opening movie for Persona 3 Portable, and a lil' something for old-school fans...--1/20/2010 9:34:02 PM--
1220 days, 23 hours, 51 minutes old

Sony: "Firm Believers In Listening To The PlayStation Fanbase"
Sony has been listening to the consumer's wants and desires throughout the course of the PS3's existence, which is why we'll continue to see more STUFF.--1/20/2010 9:32:26 PM--
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Info Begins To Flow For PS3's Torne
Torne is the new DVR specifically designed for the PlayStation 3, which is unassailably cool...but did you know it'll ALSO get you Trophies?!--1/20/2010 9:31:02 PM--
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Uncharted 2 Leads Elite Group Into The 2010 GDCAs
The Game Developers Choice Awards will take place next month and Uncharted 2 leads the way with 5 nominations. Of course, this includes one for GotY.--1/20/2010 9:30:04 PM--
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Ubisoft Moving Focus Away From Licensed Products
After Avatar: The Game fell short of sales expectations, Ubisoft has decided to focus more on their own franchises. Licensed stuff isn't working well.--1/20/2010 12:31:37 PM--
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White Knight Chronicles Secures European Launch Date
We've had the North American date for a while but once again, Euro gamers have been left out in the cold. Well, no longer; here's your WKC date!--1/20/2010 10:52:07 AM--
1221 days, 10 hours, 33 minutes old - 67 comments

Bioshock 2 Benefited From Delay
It was originally set to launch last November but got delayed to February. The reason? It just wasn't ready, and the extra time has been worth it.--1/20/2010 10:42:20 AM--
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Sony Preparing Motion Controller For Fall 2010 Launch
Although we expected it to arrive a little sooner, Sony has announced that it will hit this fall, when they have enough compatible software ready to go.--1/20/2010 10:31:46 AM--
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PS3 Review: Matt Hazard: Blood Bath And Beyond
Last year's title didn't really work so the developers took another route: go downloadable. And you know, this little action game is kinda cool. Just not great.--1/19/2010 9:35:25 PM--
1221 days, 23 hours, 50 minutes old - 12 comments

Peter Jackson Considering Original Game Development
The award-winning director has a few original ideas that would work better as games than movies; we'd just LOVE to see what he could do...--1/19/2010 9:34:19 PM--
1221 days, 23 hours, 51 minutes old - 75 comments

Heavy Rain PS3 Bundle Set For France
Well, Quantic Dream IS based in Paris so this makes sense. Still, we kinda want this bundle package to be available here...extra hype for the game.--1/19/2010 9:32:24 PM--
1221 days, 23 hours, 53 minutes old - 31 comments

Final Fantasy XIII Collector's Edition Details Leaked?
It's hardly official but the Italian branch of GameStop may have already told us what to expect from the Collector's Edition of Final Fantasy XIII...--1/19/2010 9:31:37 PM--
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--1/19/2010 12:34:53 PM--

Activision: DJ Hero 2 In The Works
It seems a sequel to last year's excellent DJ Hero is currently in development...let's just hope the music genre rebounds after a drastic fall in 2009.--1/19/2010 12:34:53 PM--
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Sony Santa Monica: "This Is Not The End Of God Of War"
Although God of War III marks the end of the trilogy, that doesn't mean the franchise will disappear. But what are their plans for the future...?--1/19/2010 10:55:45 AM--
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Rumor: Bad Company 2 Demo Hits Europe On February 4
If you didn't get a chance to try the beta, you can always download the demo. It should be in Europe on February 4, and possibly in the US a week earlier.--1/19/2010 10:54:41 AM--
1222 days, 10 hours, 31 minutes old - 28 comments

PS3 Motion Controller Is Named "Arc?"
As of yet, we still don't have the official name for Sony's motion sensing technology for the PS3. But it could very well be called "Arc."--1/19/2010 10:44:07 AM--
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PS3 Preview: Last Rebellion
It's another RPG for the PS3 that needs your attention, especially if you're a big fan of Nippon Ichi. Their latest is almost here, AND it's turn-based!--1/18/2010 9:39:03 PM--
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God Of War III Runs Natively At 720p With 1080p Upscaling
Along with a few tasty new screens, we've also learned that God of War III will have a varying frame rate and the option to upscale to 1080p resolution.--1/18/2010 9:37:32 PM--
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Quantum Theory Gets March 26 UK Release Date
Tecmo has revealed that their anticipated big action title will launch on March 26 in the UK. We assume it'll get a very similar date here in the US.--1/18/2010 9:36:27 PM--
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A 3D Patch For God Of War III Is A Distinct Possibility
Although the game won't have the option right out of the box, it seems that a 3D patch could very well become available in the near future...--1/18/2010 9:35:41 PM--
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PS3 Review: Army of Two: The 40th Day
They curse a lot. They blow sh*t up. They do cool things that bros do, like fist bump and punch each other. And they even use tampons. Man, how badass...--1/18/2010 1:45:22 PM--
1223 days, 7 hours, 40 minutes old - 20 comments

Warm Up For Heavy Rain With The Four Days Challenge
It's like a mini-preview of the game, only it's almost entirely literal. Sign up now to unravel the mystery within the Four Days Challenge.--1/18/2010 12:44:36 PM--
1223 days, 8 hours, 41 minutes old - 45 comments

MAG Beta Statistics Revealed, Over 1 Million Downloads
The MAG beta statistics are in and well over 1 million people downloaded the client. We also have the relevant Faction stats and the top performers.--1/18/2010 11:00:31 AM--
1223 days, 10 hours, 25 minutes old - 29 comments

2K Aggressively Pursuing DLC For Bioshock 2
PS3 owners didn't get much in the way of DLC for the original but this time, as a true multiplatform title, we should get all the upcoming DLC for Bioshock 2.--1/18/2010 10:45:25 AM--
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Quantic Dream: Don't Expect A Sequel To Heavy Rain
This development team just isn't in the business of producing sequel after sequel and milking an established franchise. No, they make new IPs.--1/18/2010 10:28:10 AM--
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PSXE Poll Update: Most Will "Wait And See" With 3D
Although 3D gaming may be right around the corner, most of you aren't planning to run right out and get a fancy new TV. You'd much rather wait a bit.--1/17/2010 10:07:12 PM--
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PlayStation 3 Is The Lead Platform For New Castlevania
While the Xbox 360 version won't be a port, Kojima Productions says the PS3 is the "lead platform" for development of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow.--1/17/2010 9:46:10 PM--
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Three MAG Factions, Three Websites
You may know there are three Factions to choose from in MAG, but did you realize that each has their own "official" website? You gotta check this out.--1/17/2010 9:45:10 PM--
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JRPG Blitz Continues With Last Rebellion In February
If you're a die-hard JRPG fan, 2010 is the year for you. And next month just got a little crowded, as Last Rebellion is confirmed for February in the US.--1/17/2010 9:43:38 PM--
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Ben's Week In Review: January 17
I don't mind in the slightest if Polyphony wants to add more to GT5, a third Assassin's Creed this year would RULE, and I near the end of RE5...--1/16/2010 11:11:33 PM--
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--1/16/2010 10:59:22 AM--

BlazBlue PSP Confirmed For March North American Release
As one of last year's most unrecognized gems, PSP owners should definitely leap to reward the effort this March. An absolute must for fighting fans!--1/16/2010 10:59:22 AM--
1225 days, 10 hours, 26 minutes old - 14 comments

ESRB On Nier: "Fountain-Like Cascades Of Blood"
In reading the ESRB description of Neir, which now has the "M" rating, Square-Enix may have gone over the top in terms of violence and questionable content.--1/16/2010 10:41:22 AM--
1225 days, 10 hours, 44 minutes old - 59 comments

Editorial: Final Fantasy XIII Should've Remained Exclusive
It's time that we face up to the ugly truth. Of all the games that have gone multiplatform, this is one epic title that should've remained exclusive.--1/15/2010 9:44:38 PM--
1225 days, 23 hours, 41 minutes old - 283 comments

Gran Turismo 5 Isn't Done, Polyphony Adding More Content?
Okay, a cool little GPS feature, a "3D version," and Yamauchi suddenly saying it's only "90% done." What's all this mean? Well, we think we know...--1/15/2010 9:43:39 PM--
1225 days, 23 hours, 42 minutes old - 63 comments

Io Devs: We Know Nothing About "Gerstmann-Gate"
Many of you will continue to blame Eidos for causing that big snafu a few years ago, but developer Io Interactive claims they were "just bystanders."--1/15/2010 9:42:41 PM--
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--1/15/2010 2:38:28 PM--

PS3 Preview: Clash of the Titans
Another fast paced action adventure for this season? Yep, Clash of the Titans is looking nice, and it'll be here soon.--1/15/2010 2:38:28 PM--
1226 days, 6 hours, 47 minutes old - 17 comments

PS3 Preview: Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening
A new Dragon Age game? Well, yes and no. This is more of an expansion pack, but it'll be large enough that most may consider it a full fledged game. And best of all, you don't need the original game to play this. --1/15/2010 2:38:28 PM--
1226 days, 6 hours, 47 minutes old - 24 comments

PS3 Preview: Iron Man 2
Another movie, another game to tie it to...actually, not quite. This Iron Man game actually doesn't follow the movie at all, it's an all new story by Matt Fraction.--1/15/2010 2:38:28 PM--
1226 days, 6 hours, 47 minutes old - 9 comments

Survey Proves Parents Pay Close Attention To Game Ratings
A recent survey says that 82% of parents and 75% of kids are well aware of the ESRB ratings, and furthermore, a LOT of parents say they're gamers.--1/15/2010 12:35:57 PM--
1226 days, 8 hours, 50 minutes old - 20 comments

Next Assassin's Creed A Direct Sequel, Will Feature Ezio
Ubisoft has confirmed that a third Assassin's Creed is in the works and it's a "follow-up" to ACII, so Ezio will return. Multiplayer is coming, too.--1/15/2010 11:04:18 AM--
1226 days, 10 hours, 21 minutes old - 45 comments

Nolan North: The Humble Nathan Drake
Nolan North has been working in video games for a while now and his resume is a lot bigger than you might think. But he's just amazed at his success.--1/15/2010 10:53:39 AM--
1226 days, 10 hours, 32 minutes old - 40 comments

Real-Life GPS Functionality And 3D Set For Gran Turismo 5
"Here, take this GPS and go for a few laps on this track (that's also in the game). Transfer the data to the PS3 and watch the amazingness unfold..."--1/15/2010 10:35:46 AM--
1226 days, 10 hours, 50 minutes old - 39 comments

PS3 Preview: Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days
Get ready for one of the most visceral, sadistic games of the year. They're not holding back; this grainy depiction of insane violence could be NUTS.--1/14/2010 9:43:36 PM--
1226 days, 23 hours, 42 minutes old - 20 comments

Sony's 2009 Results, Complete With Statistical Analysis
The results are in for 2009, and the PlayStation 3 (and even the PSP) had one hell of a good year. EEDAR has also weighed in with their overall analysis.--1/14/2010 9:42:27 PM--
1226 days, 23 hours, 43 minutes old - 75 comments

Yamauchi: A Gran Turismo Release Is "Not A Very Happy Time"
Kazunori Yamauchi is a proven perfectionist. That means he only sees the bad in each new GT release, which means it's a very "frustrating time."--1/14/2010 9:41:24 PM--
1226 days, 23 hours, 44 minutes old - 48 comments

Arkham Asylum Game Of The Year Edition Confirmed?
If you missed out on this gem in 2009, maybe you'll be interested in a new Game of the Year Edition this year. We just don't know what's in it yet...--1/14/2010 9:40:34 PM--
1226 days, 23 hours, 45 minutes old - 16 comments

--1/14/2010 12:34:39 PM--

Beyond Good & Evil 2, I Am Alive: "Always In Production"
Although we've heard little about either title and there were rumors that BG&E2 was on hold, Ubisoft claims that both are still in production.--1/14/2010 12:34:39 PM--
1227 days, 8 hours, 51 minutes old - 25 comments

Cage On Heavy Rain: Real Characters, Real Emotion
Quantic Dream's David Cage talks about maturity amongst gamers and a place in the industry for "more depth and more meaning." It's a bold endeavor, it is.--1/14/2010 11:07:09 AM--
1227 days, 10 hours, 18 minutes old - 45 comments

Ubisoft: New Ghost Recon Must Be Better Than MW2
Ubisoft says their new Ghost Recon is a "big 2010 blockbuster," but it must also be at least "on a level, or much better" than Activision's Modern Warfare 2.--1/14/2010 10:54:22 AM--
1227 days, 10 hours, 31 minutes old - 52 comments

Amazon: GT5 Launches In Europe On September 30?
One European source says Amazon now expects Gran Turismo 5 to release on September 30 (ship day of October 1) for Europe. A fall release seems plausible.--1/14/2010 10:35:38 AM--
1227 days, 10 hours, 50 minutes old - 45 comments

PS3 Videos Updated
We celebrate the launch of Army of Two: The 40th Day with two new vids, then post fresh stuff for Final Fantasy XIII (the beautiful International Trailer), MAG, Dante's Inferno, Naughty Bear and more!--1/13/2010 9:40:01 PM--
1227 days, 23 hours, 45 minutes old

December: Single Biggest Month In PlayStation 3 History
It was a huge month for the PS3 in the US; in fact, the machine enjoyed its most successful month ever. A 90% hardware leap and a 60% software surge!--1/13/2010 9:36:36 PM--
1227 days, 23 hours, 49 minutes old - 66 comments

EA, Quantic Dream Interested In PS3 Motion Controller
A couple more companies have expressed interest in Sony's new motion sensing technology; EA has confirmed they'll have new software ready to go.--1/13/2010 9:35:33 PM--
1227 days, 23 hours, 50 minutes old - 45 comments

EA Forced To Tone Things Down In Army Of Two Sequel
A lot of people were unhappy with the first Army of Two, and not because it didn't meet expectations. Its offensive nature had to be dealt with.--1/13/2010 9:34:29 PM--
1227 days, 23 hours, 51 minutes old - 18 comments

--1/13/2010 5:44:43 PM--

PS3 Review: Bayonetta
The PlayStation 3 gets no respect, I tell ya'. A PlayStation 3 walks into a doctor's office and says "doc, I've got a problem. The other guy's game is 60 frames large, I'm packin' half that." The doc says "Yeah? You're slow to finish too." No, respect, I tell ya'. You'll have to read the review to understand what any of this means.--1/13/2010 5:44:43 PM--
1228 days, 3 hours, 41 minutes old - 98 comments

MAG Is A "Tipping Point" For Gamers To Buy A PS3
Sony says that if you haven't bought a PS3 yet, MAG might be the game that finally convinces you. Their sales expectations for the huge shooter are high.--1/13/2010 12:39:31 PM--
1228 days, 8 hours, 46 minutes old - 107 comments

FFXIII Deleted Content: "Enough For A Whole New Game?"
It seems Square-Enix cut out a LOT of content when editing Final Fantasy XIII but the question is, why exactly was it cut in the first place...?--1/13/2010 10:59:18 AM--
1228 days, 10 hours, 26 minutes old - 210 comments

SCEA: Alternate Box Art For Heavy Rain Will Be Available
Don't like the US box art for Heavy Rain? Okay, SCEA will let you download the European one via PDF instead. Isn't player choice just grand?--1/13/2010 10:48:20 AM--
1228 days, 10 hours, 37 minutes old - 40 comments

Gran Tursimo 5 To Miss March Release In Japan (UPDATED)
First we hear that it may not release until November in the US and now, SCEE has evidently confirmed that GT5 will be delayed in Japan, too. What's up...?--1/13/2010 10:34:18 AM--
1228 days, 10 hours, 51 minutes old - 60 comments

PS3 Preview: Nier
You know just about all there is to know about Final Fantasy XIII, but what about Square-Enix's other offering? This action/RPG has a LOT of promise.--1/12/2010 9:37:49 PM--
1228 days, 23 hours, 48 minutes old - 29 comments

Analyst: Assassin's Creed II Sales Will Continue To Climb
The game sold 1.6 million copies in its first week but one analyst says the ever-growing number will hit around 8.5 million total sales before March is over.--1/12/2010 9:36:13 PM--
1228 days, 23 hours, 49 minutes old - 47 comments

Qore: Bioshock 2 Single-Player Quest Is At Least 10 Hours
Just because Bioshock 2 will have a multiplayer mode (unlike the original), that doesn't mean 2K has let the single-player campaign suffer. No WAY.--1/12/2010 9:34:44 PM--
1228 days, 23 hours, 51 minutes old - 25 comments

Singularity To Miss Another Expected Release Window?
At first, it was supposed to arrive in the early part of fall last year...then it got pushed into Q1 2010...and now...it might have ran away again...--1/12/2010 9:33:39 PM--
1228 days, 23 hours, 52 minutes old - 10 comments

--1/12/2010 12:39:43 PM--

Namco Bandai Announces Ace Combat: Joint Assault
Ace Combat is back! This new title from the Project Aces team is coming to the PSP and it'll boast slick visuals and all-new gameplay features.--1/12/2010 12:39:43 PM--
1229 days, 8 hours, 46 minutes old - 32 comments

EA: "Major MMO" Will Launch Some Time Next Spring
EA says to expect a "major MMO" to become available in "Spring 2011," which is kind of exciting...except we have no idea what game they're talking about.--1/12/2010 11:04:53 AM--
1229 days, 10 hours, 21 minutes old - 21 comments

Early Medal Of Honor Preview Says It's "Slick And Smooth"
One source has gone eyes-on with the new Medal of Honor already, and they say it's pretty impressive so far. We may also be surprised at the AI...--1/12/2010 10:45:41 AM--
1229 days, 10 hours, 40 minutes old - 31 comments

New Disc Format For PlayStation 4?
We know Sony won't be abandoning the optical disc drive in the new PlayStation, but might we see a new disc format? Or will they stick with Blu-Ray?--1/12/2010 10:28:45 AM--
1229 days, 10 hours, 57 minutes old - 108 comments

Aliens vs. Predator Is "Unique," Especially Online
With so many gamers craving unique experiences these days, Rebellion wants you to know that the three-way carnage in AvP is pretty darn original.--1/11/2010 9:38:38 PM--
1229 days, 23 hours, 47 minutes old - 44 comments

Heavy Rain North American Box Art
Wanna see what Heavy Rain will look like in your collection? Here's the North American box art, but do you prefer it to Europe's design...?--1/11/2010 9:36:45 PM--
1229 days, 23 hours, 49 minutes old - 82 comments

Rockstar: Internal Strife Threatens Midnight Club
It seems that some corporate drama may be the cause of Midnight Club's undoing. At this point, things aren't looking good for another installment...--1/11/2010 9:35:39 PM--
1229 days, 23 hours, 50 minutes old - 31 comments

--1/11/2010 12:41:13 PM--

Qriocity: Sony's New PSN Service For Multiple Products
This new service is expected to roll out next month, and it will bring Network features to Sony products like HDTVs, PCs, and Blu-Ray players.--1/11/2010 12:41:13 PM--
1230 days, 8 hours, 44 minutes old - 68 comments

Bayonetta Art Book To Boast 500 Pieces Of Content
This massive book will feature all the concept art and other drawings that went into the long Bayonetta creation process. Coffee table adornment...?--1/11/2010 11:01:27 AM--
1230 days, 10 hours, 24 minutes old - 55 comments

Metal Gear Solid Movie Stalls Due To "Lack Of Coordinated Will"
Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it), the long-awaited MGS movie appears to be done for. It might resurrect one day, though...--1/11/2010 10:42:26 AM--
1230 days, 10 hours, 43 minutes old - 56 comments

God Of War III Receives North American Street Date
We've only had "March 2010" as the basic estimate for a US launch date but now, GameStop apparently knows the "street date," which is a good thing...--1/11/2010 10:26:31 AM--
1230 days, 10 hours, 59 minutes old - 40 comments

PSXE Poll Update: GoWIII Has Best Shot At GotY 2010
Gee, we thought games like Final Fantasy XIII and Gran Turismo 5 would've put up more of a fight, but the majority believe God of War III will rule in 2010.--1/10/2010 10:39:14 PM--
1230 days, 22 hours, 46 minutes old - 71 comments

Ron Jeremy: Games A "Worse Influnce" Than Pornography
Uh-oh. Look what the "Porn King" went and did: he called video games a "worse influence" on children than porn...which is gonna cause problems.--1/10/2010 10:29:01 PM--
1230 days, 22 hours, 56 minutes old - 142 comments

MAG Factions, Character Classes Info
If you're in need of some extra incentive to try out the MAG beta, read up on the available Factions and Classes. Don't you wanna be a Raven Sniper?--1/10/2010 10:27:53 PM--
1230 days, 22 hours, 58 minutes old - 51 comments

Rebellion Won't Water Down AvP, Demo Coming Soon
The guys over at Rebellion have stuck to their guns throughout this whole fiasco, saying they won't edit their game if they "won't be treated like adults."--1/10/2010 10:26:41 PM--
1230 days, 22 hours, 59 minutes old - 29 comments

--1/9/2010 10:21:09 PM--

PS3 Preview: Dark Void (Hands-On)
The demo is up on the Store and after having sampled it, we wonder if Capcom will indeed hit their ambitious sales goal for this "fight anywhere" game.--1/9/2010 10:21:09 PM--
1231 days, 23 hours, 4 minutes old - 35 comments

Ben's Week In Review: January 10
I do a quick compare-and-contrast between Bayonetta and Darksiders, I worry that Final Fantasy as we know it may disappear, and I'm playing RE5.--1/9/2010 10:19:28 PM--
1231 days, 23 hours, 6 minutes old - 107 comments

--1/9/2010 11:05:31 AM--

Are Gamers Watching Fewer Movies?
It's an interesting question. If you're an avid gamer, do you find yourself watching fewer movies? Or are you actually watching more these days?--1/9/2010 11:05:31 AM--
1232 days, 10 hours, 20 minutes old - 119 comments

Sony: Heavy Rain Graphics Outstrip Uncharted 2
During a presentation of Heavy Rain at CES 2010, a Sony representative says Quantic's title "blows Uncharted 2 away" in terms of visuals.--1/9/2010 10:45:00 AM--
1232 days, 10 hours, 40 minutes old - 81 comments

Feature: Top 10 PlayStation Games Of The Decade
It was a ridiculously tough task, but we've finally decided upon our top 10 PlayStation titles of the last ten years. Let the debate begin...--1/8/2010 11:09:57 PM--
1232 days, 22 hours, 16 minutes old - 134 comments

Heavy Rain Home Content Teased
As one of the most anticipated PS3 exclusives out there, one would think we'd see some PlayStation Home content. Well, it's coming...but no details yet.--1/8/2010 11:07:26 PM--
1232 days, 22 hours, 18 minutes old - 17 comments

GameStop Shares Tumble But Analyst Predicts 2010 Rebound
GameStop didn't have the best holiday season due to many blockbusters getting pushed into 2010, but that only means this year should be damn good.--1/8/2010 11:06:24 PM--
1232 days, 22 hours, 19 minutes old - 21 comments

--1/8/2010 12:29:25 PM--

Target Will Set Up Your Game Console, For "Only" $99
If you really need help hooking up your console, it seems Target will offer an installation service. The price, however, seems a little high...--1/8/2010 12:29:25 PM--
1233 days, 8 hours, 56 minutes old - 102 comments

MLB 10: The Show Set For March 2, Box Art Sports AL MVP
This year's effort is shaping up to be the best yet: there are a ton of new features and upgrades, all of which cater to the hardcore fan.--1/8/2010 11:12:25 AM--
1233 days, 10 hours, 13 minutes old - 27 comments

DICE: Bad Company 2's Vistas Better Than Uncharted 2's
While DICE admits they won't surpass the visual quality in Uncharted 2, they do think their production is "reaching" that level. And in one area...--1/8/2010 10:57:27 AM--
1233 days, 10 hours, 28 minutes old - 69 comments

Heavy Rain Officially Receives US Launch Date
The rumors and retail release dates were true, as SCEA has finally nailed down an official launch day for Heavy Rain in the US. February has some BIG stuff.--1/8/2010 10:35:31 AM--
1233 days, 10 hours, 50 minutes old - 50 comments

PS3 Videos Updated
It's a cool dozen, including several from CES 2010. We've got new trailers for Heavy Rain, Super Street Fighter IV, Darksiders, Bayonetta, God of War III, MAG, Gran Turismo 5 (SLS AMG, baby!) and more.--1/7/2010 9:40:16 PM--
1233 days, 23 hours, 45 minutes old

Is A Starhawk Unveiling Looming Large On The Horizon?
We've been kept in the dark for far too long, haven't we? Ever since we heard about this pseudo-sequel to Warhawk, we've been aching for more info!--1/7/2010 9:38:40 PM--
1233 days, 23 hours, 47 minutes old - 32 comments

Atlus Announces Hexyz Force For PSP
Oh, looky! Another RPG for the PSP, and this one is being made by an accomplished role-playing design veteran; not surprisingly, Atlus will distribute it.--1/7/2010 9:37:29 PM--
1233 days, 23 hours, 48 minutes old - 13 comments

ModNation Racers: Accessible, Fun, And Awfully Creative
If you've been itching for more details regarding this innovative kart racer, step this way and get the inside scoop. Fun, creative, and very accessible.--1/7/2010 9:35:28 PM--
1233 days, 23 hours, 50 minutes old - 36 comments

--1/7/2010 2:58:32 PM--

PS3 Review: Darksiders
There's tons of beat 'em up action titles to choose from, Bayonetta, Dante's Inferno, and God of War III. So how does Darksiders stack up?--1/7/2010 2:58:32 PM--
1234 days, 6 hours, 27 minutes old - 49 comments

Nier Confirmed For Spring 2010 North American Release
Nier is a bit closer than you might've assumed: this action/RPG with a mature theme will be on store shelves in North America some time this Spring.--1/7/2010 12:28:01 PM--
1234 days, 8 hours, 57 minutes old - 26 comments

Will FFXIII Be The Last Recognizable "Final Fantasy?"
Sadly, it seems Final Fantasy XIII might represent the end of a certain tradition. When FF returns, it might be completely and entirely different...--1/7/2010 11:01:02 AM--
1234 days, 10 hours, 24 minutes old - 67 comments

Sony Delivering 3D-Enabled HDTVs To Market This Summer
Yep, it's all coming sooner than you think. Sony will have 3D-compatible HDTVs on store shelves by the summertime, so get those special glasses ready!--1/7/2010 10:47:27 AM--
1234 days, 10 hours, 38 minutes old - 83 comments

Infinity Ward Strays From Call Of Duty, Working On New Title?
One source says Infinity Ward is done with the Call of Duty series (no Modern Warfare 3) and instead have decided to work on something "entirely new."--1/7/2010 10:34:09 AM--
1234 days, 10 hours, 51 minutes old - 46 comments

Analyst Expects PS3 To Rise In 2010, Wii And 360 Will Decline
One analyst believes that both the Xbox 360 and Wii will see a decline in overall sales this year, but the PS3 will enjoy an increase of 10%.--1/6/2010 9:50:01 PM--
1234 days, 23 hours, 35 minutes old - 68 comments

US Gamers Won't See Heavy Rain Collector's Edition
Well, at least you won't have another pricey special edition to tempt you. The Collector's Edition of Heavy Rain will only be available in Europe.--1/6/2010 9:49:06 PM--
1234 days, 23 hours, 36 minutes old - 40 comments

3.8 Million PS3s Sold Over Holidays: A 76% Increase
The PlayStation 3 had one hell of a December: the 3.8 million units sold marks a 76% year-over-year increase and the best holiday season yet!--1/6/2010 9:48:01 PM--
1234 days, 23 hours, 37 minutes old - 46 comments

--1/6/2010 12:31:14 PM--

Magic Ball Renamed, Winter Theme Pack Announced
From here on out, Magic Ball will be known as Magic Orbz, and along with the "renaming" patch, we'll also get a Winter Theme Pack Add-On.--1/6/2010 12:31:14 PM--
1235 days, 8 hours, 54 minutes old - 9 comments

Mom Complains: "Video Games Were Created By Satan"
One concerned mother believes no good can come from playing video games, and she has her reasons. Ah, but whatever happened to good ol' discipline?--1/6/2010 11:15:25 AM--
1235 days, 10 hours, 10 minutes old - 174 comments

Naughty Dog: No Motion Control In Third-Person Action
Naughty Dog's Evan Wells says they won't use the new PS3 motion control device for action games; they might, however, build a game specifically FOR it.--1/6/2010 10:50:49 AM--
1235 days, 10 hours, 35 minutes old - 62 comments

Lighting Technology In GoWIII Only Possible On PS3
They're using something called "High Dynamic Range Lighting" in God of War III, which is a feature that is apparently only possible on Sony's console.--1/6/2010 10:39:11 AM--
1235 days, 10 hours, 46 minutes old - 96 comments

PS3 Preview: Spec Ops: The Line
Spec Ops will be coming back and although you've got to wait a bit, this stylish new military shooter should boast solid mechanics and something unique.--1/5/2010 9:45:35 PM--
1235 days, 23 hours, 40 minutes old - 41 comments

Secret Square-Enix Game Wasn't Widely "Requested"
Sadly, while Square-Enix does have a surprise game to announce, that part about it being "requested" by journalists and gamers alike is...well, untrue.--1/5/2010 9:44:06 PM--
1235 days, 23 hours, 41 minutes old - 91 comments

Rumor: Dissidia Headed To PS3, 360
This rumor should satisfy everyone who almost bought a PSP for the express purpose of playing Dissidia. It might show up on the console you own...--1/5/2010 9:42:47 PM--
1235 days, 23 hours, 43 minutes old - 55 comments

Hollywood Looking To Cash In On Darksiders, Too?
While just about every action movie has a game to go along with it, we're now reaching the point where the reverse will be true 99% of the time.--1/5/2010 9:41:55 PM--
1235 days, 23 hours, 44 minutes old - 37 comments

--1/5/2010 12:33:32 PM--

Cheaper Software In The Future?
If you're one of many who have difficulty continually shelling out $60 for new games, you'll be happy to learn that cheaper software may be coming...--1/5/2010 12:33:32 PM--
1236 days, 8 hours, 52 minutes old - 81 comments

God Of War III, Gran Turismo 5 Launch On Same Day In Japan?
Um...that could be tough on consumers. A Japanese retailer has leaked the possible release date for GoWIII and GT5...and it's the same day for both.--1/5/2010 11:00:58 AM--
1236 days, 10 hours, 25 minutes old - 63 comments

Capcom Will Develop All New IPs At Home In Japan
Capcom is tired of the sub-par titles produced with the help of Western studios, and have therefore decided to produce all new IPs at HQ in Japan.--1/5/2010 10:49:45 AM--
1236 days, 10 hours, 36 minutes old - 27 comments

Wada: Western Developers Could Make A Final Fantasy
THIS might ruffle a few fan feathers. Square-Enix's Yoichi Wada says he wouldn't be adverse to loaning out the FF name to a Western dev at some point.--1/5/2010 10:33:45 AM--
1236 days, 10 hours, 52 minutes old - 71 comments

Guinness World Records 2010 Gamer's Edition Arrives
This year's edition features a new format and all the updated stats and records you crave...is it even possible to spend 16,799 hours on one game?!--1/4/2010 9:36:14 PM--
1236 days, 23 hours, 49 minutes old - 89 comments

Immense Demand For Public MAG Beta Results In Crash
If you're having trouble getting into the public beta for MAG, you're not the only one. Well, on the first public day, perhaps this was bound to happen.--1/4/2010 9:33:53 PM--
1236 days, 23 hours, 52 minutes old - 98 comments

God Of War Composers Rock Darksiders Soundtrack
The guys who helped make the God of War music resound heartily in our ears have created a kick-ass original score for Darksiders. A definite bonus.--1/4/2010 9:08:22 PM--
1237 days, 17 minutes old - 83 comments

--1/4/2010 12:28:52 PM--

PlayStation Home's New TV Channel
If you log into Home today, you should check out the new "Home TV" over at the Theater. It's the update/news channel for all Home info, details, etc.--1/4/2010 12:28:52 PM--
1237 days, 8 hours, 57 minutes old - 33 comments

Def Leppard To Be Featured In An "Unusual Game"
For some reason, it just doesn't sound like they're talking about either Guitar Hero or Rock Band, which begs the question: what the hell IS it?--1/4/2010 11:13:11 AM--
1237 days, 10 hours, 12 minutes old - 31 comments

Square-Enix Issues New Year's Goal
Boss man Yoichi Wada has provided the press with a statement concerning his company's 2010 goals. Sure, they're a little vague, but that's okay.--1/4/2010 10:59:22 AM--
1237 days, 10 hours, 26 minutes old - 39 comments

Sony Will Not Abandon Physical Media For PlayStation 4
Sony believes digital distribution is best for handhelds and as far as the future of the PS3 and the PS4 is concerned, physical media won't go anywhere.--1/4/2010 10:48:06 AM--
1237 days, 10 hours, 37 minutes old - 129 comments

PSXE Poll Update: MW2 Nabs Most Overrated Crown
The majority of readers believe critics were far too easy on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 last year, although we know many who will ardently defend it.--1/3/2010 10:30:52 PM--
1237 days, 22 hours, 55 minutes old - 224 comments

Is The Multiplayer Boom Actually Hurting Game Sales?
With so many people signing up to play games online - and playing LITTLE else - might single-player-based titles start suffering in the sales department?--1/3/2010 10:19:09 PM--
1237 days, 23 hours, 6 minutes old - 173 comments

English Voices Included In Yakuza 3?
Based on recent info, it seems Sega actually has taken the extra step and hired English voice actors for Yakuza 3, which would be a first for the series.--1/3/2010 10:02:04 PM--
1237 days, 23 hours, 23 minutes old - 33 comments

EA To Shut Down Many Online Servers For Sports Titles
EA plans to shut down a lot of online servers for older sports titles, but that also includes the likes of Madden NFL 09. Isn't that jumping the gun?--1/3/2010 10:01:00 PM--
1237 days, 23 hours, 24 minutes old - 39 comments

--1/2/2010 9:55:28 PM--

Ben's Week In Review: January 3
I wonder if we already know what some Game of the Year 2010 nominees will be, GT5 being delayed might be a blessing in disguise, and I start on ODST.--1/2/2010 9:55:28 PM--
1238 days, 23 hours, 30 minutes old - 157 comments

--1/2/2010 12:40:45 PM--

PSXE Asks: What Do You Want?
We're looking into new ways of enhancing your PSXE experience in 2010, and based on our community, we think you'd like the chance to contribute more.--1/2/2010 12:40:45 PM--
1239 days, 8 hours, 45 minutes old - 230 comments

Gran Turismo 5 Delayed In US Until November?
Depending on how you look at it, this could be interpreted as bad news: a bunch of GameStops in the area tell us the new date for GT5 is November 2.--1/2/2010 10:45:29 AM--
1239 days, 10 hours, 40 minutes old - 96 comments

A Gamer's New Year's Resolutions
We can all try to better ourselves in the new year, so I've decided to list out my resolutions related to gaming. What are your improvement plans?--1/1/2010 10:51:54 PM--
1239 days, 22 hours, 34 minutes old - 72 comments

Amazon Incentives For MAG Pre-Order
If you plan on becoming a member of MAG's massive battlefield, you'll probably want to pre-order this bad boy. Well, you should check out Amazon.--1/1/2010 10:09:00 PM--
1239 days, 23 hours, 16 minutes old - 45 comments

Resonance Of Fate Demo Missing Necessary Tutorial
Although there will be a tutorial in the final version of the game, the demo's Newcomer Mode was missing this assistance. The director apologizes.--1/1/2010 9:51:56 PM--
1239 days, 23 hours, 34 minutes old - 19 comments

--1/1/2010 7:54:24 PM--

What We Want In The Final Fantasy VII Remake For PS3
Now that this remake is confirmed (okay, it hasn't been, but we're all optimistic and stuff), we'd like to make sure that Square-Enix does this RIGHT.--1/1/2010 7:54:24 PM--
1240 days, 1 hour, 31 minutes old - 148 comments

Media Molecule Hands Out "2009 Sackies" For LBP
Forget the damn Oscars. We've got the Sackies! Awards for all sorts of achievements in the world of user creativity for LittleBigPlanet...cool!--1/1/2010 11:03:32 AM--
1240 days, 10 hours, 22 minutes old - 45 comments

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