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'Battle: Los Angeles' (ALL) Revealed

by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2011 @ 1:09 a.m. PST | Filed under News

A new listing on the Australian Classification Board reveals that Konami is working on a game called "Battle: Los Angeles," under development by Saber Interactive (known for TimeShift, currently working on Inversion). Whether this game is tied into the upcoming Battle: Los Angeles movie is uncertain, especially since the game has not even announced yet, and the movie is due in March. However an indication of "Strong violence" and the fact that Saber Interative is known for shooter/action games leans towards a movie adaptation, albeit maybe a late one.

If You Don't Stand For Something, You'll Fall For Nothing

by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under MOTD

Our relaxing weekend is over too quickly, as usual.

We saw "The Fighter" yesterday, the last of the Oscar-nominated flicks that we wanted to check out, and now that we've watched it, it's quite apparent why Christian Bale is up for best supporting actor. Good stuff all around.

In between dozing off on the couch, we also watched Blue Bloods and The Cape. The DVR almost looks respectable, apart from nearly two seasons of Criminal Minds waiting to be viewed.

Today is Presidents' Day in the US, so coverage might be slower than usual in the afternoon, but we'll see what we can dig up.

'Crysis 2' (ALL) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2011 @ 8:59 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Crysis 2, New York is under the attack of a unique and frightening alien species that combines deadly weaponry, exceptional sensory abilities and intelligent collaboration to present players with the most challenging opponents ever seen in a first-person shooter.

'Portal 2' (ALL) Development Finished

by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2011 @ 7:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Portal 2 is a stand-alone, full-price retail release with new gameplay mechanics, story line, and some surprising new twists.

'Dead Island' (ALL) Movie Rights Not Sold Just Yet

by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2011 @ 6:17 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Dead Island is a FPP shooter that combines elements of the survival horror genre and adventure games. The game tells the story of a couple being tossed ashore onto the sandy beaches of a desolate, zombie infested, island.

You Notice Things If You Pay Attention

by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under MOTD

Yesterday was yet another rainy and gloomy day, so we skipped the Chinese New Year parade. It's not really fun to watch while getting drenched.

Instead, we watched Kitchen Nightmares, Fringe, V and Supernatural, all nice and cozy on our couch. I'd like to think we came out ahead!

Checking up on new upcoming shows, we read that both The Event and Chuck might be coming to a close as viewership isn't good enough to keep them on the air. What's wrong with you people?! Go watch that stuff!

On the other hand, some of the new shows are equally questionable, like Prime Suspect, yet another attempt at "remaking" a British TV series. Are the executives that short-sighted that they don't remember failed British remakes such as Coupling and Life On Mars? If it's not the original, don't bother.

'Necromachina' (XBLA) Now Called 'Moon Diver,' Also Coming to PSN - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 19, 2011 @ 1:18 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Moon Diver invites players into an action-packed world of 4-player cooperative, side-scrolling mayhem.

'Two Worlds II' (ALL) A Success, TopWare Commits To 3rd Installment

by Rainier on Feb. 19, 2011 @ 12:36 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Two Worlds II offers adventurers the thrilling experience of a perilous and daring journey throughout a vast magical land. Rich in story, detail and content, 2W2 offers an array of unique approaches to classic game elements that push the envelope for the fantasy RPG genre.

'Bulletstorm' (ALL) Demo Coming To PC After All

by Rainier on Feb. 19, 2011 @ 11:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Bulletstorm brings new furor to first-person shooter action with its signature "kill with skill" gameplay, which is packed with blockbuster moments.

'Gods Eater Burst' (PSP) - 32 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 19, 2011 @ 11:09 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Gods Eater Burst, an enhanced edition of God Eater (which is now canceled) with new modifications, enhanced gameplay, additional content and features, re-imagines the post-apocalyptic world with an original and dramatic story of human survival against overwhelming odds.