Used games are a hot topic for developers in the gaming community. Game studios often get the shaft when it come to used game sales of which they see zero profit for. Some developers and publishers have even taken it upon themselves to include exclusive DLC with new purchases. The strategy is that gamers who [...]
Archive for March, 2010
Incentive DLC Won’t Stop Used Game Sales
Sunday, March 21st, 2010FFXIII Director “Wants” to Remake Final Fantasy VII
Sunday, March 21st, 2010When a technical demo of Final Fantasy VII was shown for PlayStation 3 back at E3 2005, fans freaked. A remake of the cult classic running on PS3 is something series fans have been begging for ever since. We recently ran an article reporting that a Final Fantasy VII remake would be possible if the [...]
PlayStation Portable Dominates in Japan
Sunday, March 21st, 2010The PlayStation Portable is arguable one of the most powerful portable game devices available today. Although the PSP is last place when compared to the popularity of other handhelds, Sony‘s portable has been dominating recently. This is most apparent in the land of the rising sun, where the PSP outsold every other console last week. [...]
Microsoft Promotes PS3 Final Fantasy XIII Trailer
Sunday, March 21st, 2010Last week, Final Fantasy XIII released in North America and Europe for the PS3 and Xbox 360. Some of you may have noticed that there was a huge marketing push for the Xbox version of Final Fantasy XIII. There were Microsoft branded commercials, an exclusive bundle, and plenty of magazine coverage. Microsoft’s newest piece of [...]
Epic’s Cliffy B Deems Heavy Rain a “New Genre”
Saturday, March 20th, 2010Not only have gamers been praising Quantic Dream’s latest title, Heavy Rain, but also competitors, from all corners of the industry. The latest round of involves one of the more widely known personalities, Cliff Bleszinski (“CliffyB”). In his small tweet, he gives credit to the game for birthing “a new genre, the “Interactive Drama.””
Uncharted 2 Steals the Show, Again
Saturday, March 20th, 2010Most of you already know this, but Uncharted 2: Among Thieves is a great game, one of the best ones ever made. Its been cleaning up the awards ever since its release. Naughty Dog is most likely out of room on their trophy case, so, lets add a few more. The awards show this [...]
PlayStation 3 Gold Box Event Returns!
Saturday, March 20th, 2010Amazon.com is known for their ongoing Gold Box Events which include hot deals of all kinds for consumers. For the first time since December of last year, Amazon is holding an All PlayStation 3 Gold Box Event in just a matter of days.
PSLS Presents – Michael Rawlinson, Director General of ELSPA
Saturday, March 20th, 2010PlayStation LifeStyle chatted with Michael Rawlinson, the Director General of ELSPA about the state of the British Games Industry, and their opinion on the future of gaming in general.
Tretton: Premium PSN Would Be Compelling & Justified
Saturday, March 20th, 2010Rumors involving an optional paid subscription for PSN have been floating around since late last year. Last week, new domains were found involving the title “PlayStation Plus” and while most users haven’t had enough reason to complain, some are already voicing their concerns. Thankfully, according to a recent interview, if Sony implements a Premium service [...]
PlayStation 3 Shortages May Last “Months”
Saturday, March 20th, 2010When the PlayStation 3 debuted in November 2006, so many people were wrapped up in the in the Wii hype that stores were forced to put signs proclaiming Wii was sold out. Ironically, at the time they had many PS3s in stock, albeit for a premium. It seems the tables have turned, as a PS3 [...]
No Metal Gear Peace Walker EU PSP Bundle
Saturday, March 20th, 2010European nations are well known for having delays and often curtailed gaming offerings. Often the job of localization is challenging just due to the number of languages spoken in the region. Konami just rained on European Metal Gear fans parade, as a PSP bundle for Peace Walker will not be happening for that region.
Pixel Junk Monsters Deluxe Takes Aim at UMD
Saturday, March 20th, 2010PixelJunk Monsters is a unique title for the PS3, part of the PixelJunk series by Q Games. The game then made its debut on PSP, with PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe. Now the monsters are now going to take over the PSP soon in a more physical manner.
New PSP Minis Bringing a Stellar Pulse
Saturday, March 20th, 2010Along with downloadable-only titles, PSP Minis were one of the main selling points of the new PSPgo. The new service offered titles at a low, affordable price, and allowed small developers to create smaller games. Now, two new PSP Minis have taken the spotlight, and they’re looking great.
New DJ Hero DLC Incoming With Huge Names
Saturday, March 20th, 2010DJ Hero was a refreshing spin on the rhythm genre of games. But since its launch, the game has seen only two DLC releases. A third pack has just been officially announced, contains some huge names in the music industry, and will be available soon.
Crysis 2 Will Look “Incredible” on PlayStation 3
Saturday, March 20th, 2010Graphically speaking PlayStation 3 has begun to really hit its stirde. The console continues to impress time and time again. However, when the original Crysis came out in 2007, it melted off the faces of gamers and set a new standard. Now that Crysis 2 is coming to PS3, how good will it look? Crytek [...]
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