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Rainier's Articles


September 11: Another Year Has Passed, But Events Have Not Been Forgotten

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under MOTD

It seems that the Guitar Hero 5 debacle is far from over, with Courtney Love actually having a point: Kurt Cobain rapping or singing a Bon Jovi song just doesn't feel right. His former bandmates claim that everybody was under the impression that the likeness would only be used for Nirvana songs, but once the character's been unlocked, you can use Cobain throughout the game, which really makes him look less legendary.

I had to visit the dentist today for a routine check-up and walked away with a clean bill of health, apart from the usual "brush more" comment. For people who know me, these visits are a big deal due to some childhood trauma, which I'll spare you the details of, and they always put a knot in my stomach.

Today is 9/11, the 8th anniversary of the attack on the World Trade Center and the day that the world as we knew it changed. We remember the lives lost that day and think of the soldiers who have made the greatest sacrifice for our country. As a former military man, I have nothing but respect and admiration for the brave men and women in uniform who were -- and continue to be -- in harm's way and continue to serve our country, regardless of whether you believe that the cause is just.

'Order of War' - 7 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 6:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Order of War features massive scale battles brought to life with a cinematic intensity never seen before in a WWII strategy game. Players take command of an entire army including ground troops, artillery, tank divisions and aircraft in all out strategic assaults.

Various Game Trailers #1685

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 5:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under Trailers

Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:

  • Calling [Wii] - Trailer
  • NBA Live 10 [ALL] - Trailer (6)
  • Assassin's Creed II [ALL] - Developer Walkthrough Trailer
  • Dante's Inferno [ALL] - Greed Trailer
  • Dragon Age: Origins [ALL] - Leliana Trailer

We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ..

'Jumpgate Evolution' (PC) New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 5:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Staying true to its early vision, NetDevil has improved upon the original Jumpgate in every way, with a complete graphics update, and the integration of advanced AI features to ensure unpredictable and compelling situations.

PlayStation Store Has Turtles, Katamari, Song Packs, Demos and More...

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 5:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony has rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with TMNT: Turtles in Time Re-Shelled ($9.99), demos for Katamari Forever, Star Wars The Clone Wars: Republic Heroes, TMNT: Turtles in Time Re-Shelled, Half-Minute Hero (PSP), DLCs for High Velocity Bowling, PAIN, Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2, Red Faction Guerilla Multiplayer Pack 2 ($6.99), song packs for Guitar Hero, Rock Band (Unplugged); and the usual game/movie trailers, PS3 themes and downloadable PSP games (WipEout Pulse at $$22.99, Wild Arms XF at $29.99).

Elemental: War of Magic (PC) - New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 5:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Elemental: War of Magic is set in a world filled with magic and ancient lore. As the ruler of your kingdom, you must expand your empire through a combination of magical power, military might, diplomatic skill, technological advancement and bold adventuring. Your worlds will be of your choosing, or players are free to create their own.

'Bakugan: Battle Brawlers' (ALL) Goes on Tour, You Get to Check It Out

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 2:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on the animated TV series Bakugan, the game tells the story of Dan and his friends as they battle their Bakugan Brawlers to save the planet of Vestroia and, ultimately, Earth from destruction.

'Interpol: The Trail of Dr. Chaos' Coming to PSN - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 2:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Interpol: The Trail of Dr. Chaos, players must track down a criminal mastermind and his villainous group as they embark on a sinister path of worldwide chaos and destruction.  Gamers will travel around the globe as they unravel puzzles and gather hidden clues from exotic and remote locations, investigating elaborate crime scenes and overcoming treacherous mini-games along the journey.

'Guitar Hero 5' (ALL) Has All the Necessary Kurt Cobain Licenses, Says Activision

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 1:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

For the first time ever, you can customize the makeup of your band with any combination of instruments in-game: two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, etc. while also adding new gameplay mode. Earlier today, we reported that Courtney Love is taking legal steps for unauthorized Kurt Cobain usage in GH5, but according to a statement from Activision, it has "secured the necessary licensing rights from the Cobain estate in a written agreement signed by Courtney Love to use Kurt Cobain's likeness as a fully playable character in Guitar Hero 5."

'Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2' (ALL) Developers Challenge You

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 11:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 features a deep, rich gameplay experience by offering total team customization, where players create their own team name, icon and vehicle, as well as establish their team reputation as they play throughout the story.