Archive for May, 2010

Call of Duty: Black Ops Now Available for Pre-Order
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Even though the game was only just officially revealed this past week, the next installment in the Call of Duty franchise developed by Treyarch, Call of Duty: Black Ops is already available for pre-order. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = [...]

Sony Announces PlayStation Protection Plan
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

The PlayStation Protection Plan, just announced by SCEA, offers PS3 and PSP owners the option of additional service coverage beyond the one-year manufacturer’s warranty. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = document.createElement(‘script’); script.type = ‘text/javascript’; script.src = ‘http://widget.crowdignite.com/widgets/1064?_ci_wid=_CI_widget_’+_CI.counter; script.async = true; [...]

PlayStation Release Horizon 05/03/10
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

April showers bring May flowers. Unfortunately, the roses of the month have not bloomed yet. While there are a couple of daisy’s to pick and take on the ‘Go’, the grass is not getting any greener. This week, we get the anticipated PSP version of a PS3 favorite along with the sequel to quite possibly [...]

5 RPGs That We Want on the PS3
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

There have been many great Role-Playing Games that have graced Sony’s hardware over the years, and sadly, some of these have hit like a storm and then disappeared.  With some RPG momentum finally picking up on the PS3, now is a good time for some series to make their return to Sony’s platform.  There is no order to [...]

ModNation Racers Receives the Bundle Treatment
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

With just over three weeks to go, the hype train for ModNation Racers is moving faster and faster. The commercial ads for the game can now be seen on various TV stations and most of the PlayStation 3 stands have been fitted with ModNation Racer’s media and why not? SCEA and United Front Games know they have a hit on their hands and they want to spread the ModNation Message! Good news for all of our European fans, as SCEE has planned some mighty fine bundles for you to choose from. You gotta check these out!

Test Drive Unlimited 2 Online Mode Looking Spectacular
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Test Drive Unlimited 2 is aiming to revolutionize online multiplayer racing. Similar to Burnout Paradise, Atari and Eden Games’ Test Drive Unlimited 2 will feature ‘Massively Open Online Racing,’ which blends single and multiplayer experiences together. Atari has released a new trailer showcasing the fascinating online component.

Dead Rising 2 – The Evolution of Chuck Reid
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Ah, Chuck. The brave man who dares to face the unstoppable pursuit of mindless zombies in Capcom and Blue Castle Games’ upcoming zombie epic, Dead Rising 2. To showcase how Dead Rising 2′s protagonist, Chuck Reid, came to life, new screenshots have surfaced on the evolution of the character.

Official Red Dead Redemption TV Ad
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Rockstar want to make sure Red Dead Redemption is well received and well marketed. They plan to spend a large portion of their marketing budget to showcase the wild west shooter on the silver screen in cinemas and now, they’ve revealed the official TV ad for the title.

Top 5 Current PlayStation Mascots
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

Over the years, many have wondered what the official mascot is for the PlayStation brand. While Sony has never stuck to one exclusive character as the face of their console platforms, Mario, Master Chief and Sonic have respectively been the mascots for the competing platforms. The fact of the matter is that the PlayStation brand [...]

PSN Version of Final Fantasy IX is Complete
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VIII have already made it to the PlayStation Store and have seen solid, steady sales for a number of weeks now. However, another in-demand title is fan-favorite that many want to see re-released onto the PlayStation Network as a PSOne Classic is Final Fantasy IX. Square Enix have reassured [...]

Titans Clash This July
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

For those gamers who still have Clash of the Titans fever, Namco Bandai has some good news. The video game, which is based on the film of the same name, missed the mark for a simultaneous release, but should be close enough to satisfy fans of the movie.

The Force is Strong With Force Unleashed II Screens
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

When Star Wars: The Force Unleashed was released in 2008, it became an instant success among both fans and pundits. With over 7 million sales and a recent trophy patch, The Force Unleashed was bound to get a sequel. The the first screenshots of the much anticipated sequel, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, have [...]

Minis Review – Hysteria Project
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

Have you ever wondered what it would be like: to be stranded in a forest, have no idea where you are, and trapped with an axe-wielding murderer? Well, wonder no more, as Sanuk Games has ported the 2009 iPhone title Hysteria Project to both PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Portable, through the Minis platform.

Joe Danger Dives Into Action this Summer
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

Hello Games’ Joe Danger is launching onto to the PSN this late May/Early June!

Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Brings on the Action Figures
Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

What is a massively-hyped game without a series of action figures? Nothing, that’s what. And what is the main character of that hyped game without his/her own action figure? A tragedy. Not to worry, though, as we’ve known action figures (they’re not dolls) have been planned for Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker for some time [...]