by Rainier on July 15, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
MOTD
Now that I've finished Red Faction: Armageddon, I'm looking for a new game to pick up and play — you know, in case APB servers are down — and I'm debating between Brink and The Witcher 2. Probably going to check out the former first, since a shooter is most likely to be shorter than an RPG.
Been a fan of Matt Damon for a long time now, so we're looking forward to his new movie,
Contagion (by
Steven Soderbergh, also starring
Laurence Fishburne,
Jude Law,
Kate Winslet and a few others).
Speaking of movies, nothing to watch this weekend, so I guess Netflix and DVR will have to do.
Happy Friday!
by Rainier on July 14, 2011 @ 6:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Call of Duty Elite is a new online service that unites and ignites the Call of Duty multiplayer community. The service offers cutting-edge features which significantly enhance the franchises' multiplayer experience and deliver a new level of social engagement to players worldwide.
by Rainier on July 14, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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We finished watching
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1, and it was quite good. Looking forward to seeing the conclusion since we never read the books — just too many of them. In the "better late than never" category, we checked out
Torchwood, a Dr. Who spin-off, which has just started its fourth season and moved from its original UK setting to the US. It's weird, but we enjoyed our introduction to the series.
Less positive is the fact that
Netflix is raising its prices by up to 60%, but they fail to mention that. Instead, they cleverly worded it to say that it gives customers "more options."
In other news, I got three new pairs of socks ....
by Rainier on July 13, 2011 @ 2:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pirates of New Horizons is a singleplayer action adventure game mixing platformer elements with puzzles and skill-based combat, in which the player takes control of the young space pirate Annha, who travels the void on her search for hidden treasures.
by Rainier on July 13, 2011 @ 11:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ms. Splosion Man is a 2.5D action/platformer based around the simple concept of 'splosions and the ridiculousness that ensues, featuring up to co-op multiplayer, local and online, a story mode chock full of hilarious cinemas seamlessly integrated into gameplay, and epic boss battles.
by Rainier on July 13, 2011 @ 10:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Following the success of several mobile and downloadable console titles including Fruit Ninja, this relationship will strengthen Halfbrick's production capabilities while equipping the company to grow its IP across all gaming and entertainment platforms.
by Rainier on July 13, 2011 @ 9:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment America announced a three-year, $20 million dollar investment plan to support the development of first-party studios PSN exclusive games as well as financial support for the independent developers program, Pub Fund.
by Rainier on July 13, 2011 @ 9:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Combat Mission: Shock Force is a tactical military simulation depicting a hypothetical near future conflict between NATO and Syrian forces in Syria.
by Rainier on July 12, 2011 @ 5:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with
Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood, demos for
Catherine, PixelJunk Shooter 2 Online Battle, Dead Nation, DLCs for
Dirt 3, L.A. Noire, Worms 2: Armageddon, Michael Jackson The Experience, Magic The Gathering: Duels of The Planeswalkers 2012, Wizardry: Labyrinth Of Lost Souls, MotorStorm Apocalypse, ModNation Racers, LittleBigPlanet 2, NCAA Football 12, song pack for
Rock Band 3, the usual game/movie trailers, and PS3 themes, and downloadable PSP/PS0ne games.
by Rainier on July 12, 2011 @ 2:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Electronic Arts announced an agreement to acquire PopCap Games, known for blockbuster titles like Plants vs. Zombies, Bejeweled, and Zuma.
by Rainier on July 12, 2011 @ 9:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blizzard Entertainment announced that tickets for its sixth BlizzCon gaming convention will go on sale in two batches on Saturday, May 21 and Wednesday, May 25.
by Rainier on July 12, 2011 @ 9:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Disciples 3: Resurrection is a new landmark in the history of Nevendaar, when a new race ascends to power – the ruthless and merciless Undead Hordes.
by Rainier on July 12, 2011 @ 12:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Syndicate, a legendary criminal fraternity with pawns in play all over the globe, has turned its eye on the Saints and demands tribute. Refusing to kneel to the Syndicate, you take the fight to a new city, playing out the most outlandish gameplay scenarios ever seen. Strap it on.
by Rainier on July 12, 2011 @ 12:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Delivering the definitive gaming experience for Sonic fans old and new, Sonic Generations sees Sonic the Hedgehog playable as both the much loved classic 1991 character, and the modern day video game hero he has become in this exciting new fast paced adventure.
by Rainier on July 11, 2011 @ 2:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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From the depths of Space flies J.U.L.I.A., a logical video game built upon the story of Rachel Manners, a 35 year old astrobiologist, who was among a close group of scientists chosen to embark upon one of the most critical mission ever conceived on Earth.
by Rainier on July 11, 2011 @ 2:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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ThreeGates, a new studio formed in late 2010 which will focus on the creation of online multiplayer and co-op games, has come out of stealth mode as it leads up to the announcement of studio’s first game next week.
by Rainier on July 11, 2011 @ 11:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bill S. 978 has recently been introduced before the United States Senate. The legislation, if passed, would impose stricter copyright laws and penalties when it comes to streaming, playing, or reproducing copyrighted material.
by Rainier on July 11, 2011 @ 1:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Section 8: Prejudice is a futuristic FPS that brings strategy and tactics to the genre in a game where players can modify the battlefield on the fly. You are part of an elite infantry squad with a penchant for taking on suicide missions that no one else will tackle.
by Rainier on July 11, 2011 @ 1:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Deus Ex: Human Revolution you play Adam Jensen, a security specialist, handpicked to oversee the defense of one of America's most experimental biotechnology firms. But when a black ops team breaks in and kills the scientists you were hired to protect, everything you thought you knew about your job changes.
Ms. Splosion Man is a 2.5D action/platformer based around the simple concept of 'splosions and the ridiculousness that ensues, featuring up to co-op multiplayer, local and online, a story mode chock full of hilarious cinemas seamlessly integrated into gameplay, and epic boss battles.
by Brian Dumlao on July 9, 2011 @ 12:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Reviews
Twist, turn, and move like never before with 12 games that use the Wii Remote Plus controller. It’s a new realm of motion-controlled fun! In each game, you’ll use the controller to immerse yourself in the action!
by Rainier on July 7, 2011 @ 2:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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NBA Jam: On Fire Edition will feature exciting new gameplay enhancements, including ground-breaking artificial intelligence that will change the way gamers play NBA Jam.
by Rainier on July 7, 2011 @ 2:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Outspark Flint is the company’s platform for publishing and operating third-party free-to-play Massively Multiplayer Online games and browsertitles-based .
by Rainier on July 7, 2011 @ 9:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rugby World Cup 2011 will challenge players to pick from the 20 Rugby World Cup 2011 participating countries, and attempt to lead their team through the pool phase progress to the Final and the opportunity to lift the prestigious Webb Ellis Cup.
Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 3 represents the next generation of futuristic mecha action with graphical and gameplay additions, bringing authenticity and astounding improvements to the series.