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PSP Firmware v6.00 Update Release Imminent

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony announced that it will release the v6.00 system software update for PSP in the near future, and while the version # would indicate a major update it is not. For user looking to customize their XMB (XrossMediaBar), a few new colors will be added under the Theme Settings. These new theme colors can be used on PSP models 2000 or after (PSP-2000, 3000 and N1000). Apart from that, a security patch has been added, and [Network Update] has been renamed as [System Update].

'Guitar Hero 5' (ALL) Using Unauthorized Kurt Cobain, Claims Courtney Love

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 12:00 a.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. Courtney Love is taking legal steps against Activision, saying that "for the record this Guitar Hero sh*t is breach of contract on a Bullys part and there will be a proper addressing of this and retraction."

Just So ZZzZZZleepyyyyy

by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under MOTD

It doesn't get much more simpler than that, I'm tired, beat, worn out, stick a fork in me. Luckily the weekend is in sight, so I will soldier on and pull through. Some people have recently called me bionic, so I guess I can't let them down now ....

One of the side effects of me being tired, I honestly start acting loopy, as in insane in the membrane. Most of the times, it's a funny crazy though, so have no fear. :)

Nothing too exciting happened yesterday, even the news was sort of blah, a few average  demos, no scandals, no surprising buyouts or takeovers from Disney, although later today a few Euros might get a little excited over the FIFA 10 demo, so keep an eye out on the file servers.

'Mytheon' (PC) Launches Fansite Contest - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2009 @ 6:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mytheon is an online micro transaction game that uniquely combines the best elements of action, strategy and RPG game-play with an emphasis on collectability and combat, set within a fantasy universe steeped in mythologies from across the globe.

'Colony Defense' (PC) Announced

by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2009 @ 5:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Colony Defense is a 3D planetary defense action/strategy game that combines hair-raising, fast paced battles with simple to learn, yet hard to master strategy.

Various Game Trailers #1684

by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2009 @ 5:50 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:

  • Wet [ALL] - Welcome to the G House Documentary Trailer
  • NBA 2K10 [ALL] - Derrick Rose Trailer
  • Majesty 2 [PC] - Majestic Gameplay Trailer
  • Cities XL [PC] - What's Cities XL Trailer #4
  • Demon's Souls [PS3] - Visceral Action Trailer
  • Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage (Wii) Competition Dev Diary Trailer

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

'WonderKing' (PC) - New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2009 @ 5:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

WonderKing is a free-to-play MMO offering the ability to acquire tools, weapons and mounts from the item mall, challenge the demonic forces of Valron in real-time combat, and strive to become the Wonderking who'll bring light to the shadows of darkness.

Toy Raid (NDS) Announced

by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2009 @ 5:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Toy Raid's unrivaled arcade action challenges players to battle through over 50 fast-paced levels using a myriad of powerful weapons and reactive nukes that wipe out the opposition

'Half-Minute Hero' (PSP) Demo Coming Tomorrow

by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2009 @ 1:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Half-Minute Hero is a bold new concept of having the player save the world, 30 seconds at a time. The player must fight, shoot, summon, and protect in four distinct modes, each containing a different perspective and unique gameplay style, across a total of 120 varied stages. The 8-bit graphics and story elements provide a unique style and humor, while the hard-rocking soundtrack keeps pace with the breakneck speed of gameplay.

'Dungeon Fighter Online' (PC) Beta Commences Sept. 15 - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2009 @ 1:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dungeon Fighter Online is a free-to-play, free-to-download, arcade-style, action adventure game set in an immersive role-playing fantasy world. In addition to the beloved 2D side-scrolling play, it also includes the ability to create fully customized characters.