by Rainier on March 25, 2008 @ 2:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As promised, SCEA has rolled out the v2.20 PS3 firmware update, adding Blu-ray Disc Profile 2.0 or BD-LIVE, enabling PS3 owners to experience interactive features (such as downloadable video content, ringtones, games, etc...), the ability to copy photo and music playlists from PS3 to PSP, and many other new features.
by Rainier on March 13, 2008 @ 3:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has released a new v2.17 edition of its PS3 system software, but despite the recent hints at a possible in-game XMB/Home update this new version seems rather anemic as it only "improves the operating stability of some online PS3 titles."
by Rainier on March 12, 2008 @ 11:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tthe first of two downloadable content expansions for the open-world RPG Two Worlds has been released. This Tainted Blood expansion (600 MP) adds 4 co-op maps, 45 new quests, harder enemies, a new town featuring a Merchant and Gladiator’s district, with advanced trainers to learn new skills and try them against opponents.
by Rainier on March 6, 2008 @ 5:07 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum announced that Activision, publisher behind the Guitar Hero phenomenon , has signed on as a new sponsor, supporting the museum’s efforts to collect, preserve and interpret the global impact of rock and roll music.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2008 @ 5:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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During a live interactive demonstration at the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, Emotiv Systems revealed the Emotiv EPOC, a neuroheadset that allows players to control gameplay with their thoughts, expressions and emotions.
by Rainier on Feb. 2, 2008 @ 5:43 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Hellgate: London is an immersive first-person perspective RPG with a completely randomized world that offers a unique experience every time you play, introducing a demon-ridden place where the last survivors of the human race must meld science and magic to survive.
As promised, Flagship rolled out the v1.1 patch cleaning up a handful of issues after the recent
Stonehenge update.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2008 @ 10:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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'Rig'n Roll lets you step into the shoes of a young man in the year 2024 as he arrives in the Independent State of California to pursue his dreams of road domination and capture the Californian cargo transportation market.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2008 @ 2:13 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony announced the immediate availability of the latest system software update for PSP. Version 3.90 will enable all owners of the new PSP Slim & Lite to make and receive phone calls through Skype.
by Rainier on Jan. 4, 2008 @ 9:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Accessory provider Mad Catz announced that it has entered into a worldwide/multi-year licensing agreement with MTV Networks to produce and distribute game peripherals and other products for the critically acclaimed Rock Band game.
by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2007 @ 1:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Hellgate: London is an immersive first-person perspective RPG with a completely randomized world that offers a unique experience every time you play, introducing a demon-ridden place where the last survivors of the human race must meld science and magic to survive. Flagship rolled out the v0.7 patch tweaking skills, fixing memory issues, UI changes, and adding the Transmogrifier for subscription members.
by Rainier on Dec. 17, 2007 @ 9:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony has released a new v2.10 edition of its PS3 system software adding the ability to change the tone of a voice during video/chat, adding the previously announced DivX/WMV support, and adding Blu-ray Disc Profile 1.1 support. The update is currently available in North America, and later today in Europe.
by Rainier on Dec. 2, 2007 @ 2:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set in 1191 AD, the Third Crusade was tearing the Holy Land apart. Shrouded in secrecy and feared for their ruthlessness, you play the role of Altair, an assassin intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict and throw the environment into chaos and shape events during this pivotal moment in history. Ubisoft has
released a patch to fix the widely reported
freezing issue, but so far, it seems only European PS3 owners are able to download the 25mb file.
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2007 @ 6:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Activision announced that stand-alone wireless guitar controllers for Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock will be available at retail stores nationwide by early 2008.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 4:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
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After numerous complains from people experiencing problems with the v2.0 firmware update, Sony has released a new v2.1 edition of its PS3 system software improving not only stability of the system, but also PS3 and PS2 titles, and the Internet browser. There was also a problem with unintended power on through the Remote Start feature, which let you turn on the PS3 remotely using the PSP, which has now been disabled.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2007 @ 9:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Join Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss in Boots and 20 other twisted fairy tale friends in Shrek 'n Roll, a puzzle game across four unique environments in Far Far Away’s newest competitive tournament. Screwnjumper! is a free-falling action into the depths of a chaotic underworld, driving aliens back to their home world by destroying their precious mining equipment.
by Rainier on Nov. 8, 2007 @ 2:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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As promised, SCEA has released the latest v2.0 edition of its PS3 system software, featuring the ability to turn a PS3 system on and off remotely, using a PSP system via the Remote Play1 function, allowing for a truly mobile partnership between the two systems.
by Rainier on Nov. 3, 2007 @ 7:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Hellgate: London is an RPG set in the immersive first-person perspective with a completely randomized world that offers a unique experience every time you play, introducing a demon-ridden place where the last survivors of the human race must meld science and magic to survive. The first patch has been launched adding tuned game progression, NPC tweaks, Gossip, and Elite Mode.
by Rainier on Oct. 16, 2007 @ 6:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vanguard: Saga of Heroes is an MMORPG with a vast, seamless, immersive virtual world filled with elements of familiar High Fantasy, including traditional themes and more, all depicted using next-gen graphics technology. A few months after
previous update, SOE rolls out #3, making tweaks to crafting, classes, diplomacy, housing, as well as adding new quests and more ...
by Rainier on Oct. 16, 2007 @ 8:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blue Orb announced Switchblade, a software package designed to allow gamers to play Blizzard’s massively popular World of Warcraft using an Xbox 360 controller.
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2007 @ 8:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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At the TGS Sony announced that it would release Dualshock 3 Wireless Controller, a new controller for PS3 incorporating a rumble feature. It inherits the basic design and functionality of the popular PlayStation controller, while keeping the high-precision, high response motion sensitive six-axis sensing system.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 7:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Art Guitar's Riff Master Guitar Controller is the first genuine life-sized guitar modified for play with guitar-based games on the PS2. The collector's item, created from the body of a real Peavey guitar, will showcase Art Guitar's unique paintings featuring several mega rock artists including the iconic band KISS, with other artists to follow.
by Rainier on Aug. 29, 2007 @ 11:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tripwire has released the summer update for its WWII online action game Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45. The free update adds a new map Krivoi Rog (including the Panzer IV G tank), adaptive bloom system, in-game AA/AF tweaking, and the usual bug fixes and tweaks. Tripwire is offering a five-day freeplay period, August 29-September 3, as well as a 20% discount for new purchasers.
by Rainier on June 12, 2007 @ 6:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Comic book artist Todd McFarlane, known for Spawn and various others, is not an stranger in the gaming industry and has collaborated with Bungie and Microsoft to decorate Halo 3 themed Xbox 360 controllers (
one Spartan,
one Covenant) for $59.99, which also includes a McFarlane Toys Halo 3 action figure. For that same price you can also get a camo green
Halo 3 wireless headset, both items are over at GameStop, but won't be available until early September.
by Rainier on April 26, 2007 @ 5:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Championship Gaming Series announced that worldwide salaries and bonuses for the 2007 season will, for the first time ever, exceed $5 million. Qualifying for North American league play will begin April 28 and the first draft in history will take place on June 12 at the Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles.
by Rainier on April 26, 2007 @ 6:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Players will step into the shoes of a young man in the year 2024 as he arrives in the Independent State of California to pursue his dreams of road domination and capture the Californian cargo transportation market.