Archive for June, 2010

Mafia 2′s Multiple Endings Are No More
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Mafia 2, the upcoming gangster third person shooter is set to release this August. When it does make its way to store shelves, the PlayStation 3 version will be able to download free bonus content. Despite bonus content being added, some things, endings in particular, got cut. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { [...]

PlayStation Home Invites you to Relax by the Pool… Tables
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Sony’s PlayStation Home has become the getaway spot for many PlayStation 3 users that just want to relax with friends in an online environment. Playing  pool is one of the popular things available in the areas online, and it has been only been a public feature, until now. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() [...]

Another Yakuza Game On The Horizon
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Showing much love to their loyal Japanese fan-base, SEGA have released Yakuza game after Yakuza game for the fans of the series on the PS3.  There’s even a PSP game in the world of the Yakuza crime-syndicate being worked on. You certainly can’t deny SEGA’s commitment to the series, and their dedication doesn’t seem to [...]

PS3 Review – Transformers: War for Cybertron
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Transformers: War for Cybertron is a breath of fresh air for fans of the series and a great introduction for those of you out there oblivious to the feats of the Autobots and Decepticons. The game is not without its growing pains as the graphics suffer at times, offline co-op is absent and the Multiplayer can become a lag fest. However when the dust settles and you step past these issues, you are left with one of the most enjoyable games featuring transforming robots in recent memory. There is enough depth in the package that it should keep you hooked months and the sound of your robot turning into a vehicle is easily one of the sweetest sounds to touch your ears.

PlayStation Most Followed Brand on Social Sites
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Both Facebook and Twitter have become staples in the online social world and they both happen to let you keep track of things or people that you like the most. It just so happens that PlayStation was the most followed brand this past April.

Final Fantasy XIV Release Date Announced
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

In what appears to be the quickest turnaround time for releasing a game ever, Square Enix has announced two release dates for Final Fantasy XIV Online.

Take Your White Knights With You
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Get ready for more epic adventures on the go, White Knight Chronicles is coming to the PlayStation Portable.

Ubisoft Announces Two Big Q4 Release Dates
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Ubisoft‘s E3 appearance showed off many impressive upcoming titles, including Shaun White’s Skateboarding and Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood. Now we know exactly when to expect these hits later this year.

PS3 Review – Naughty Bear
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Naughty Bear is the latest game from the developer, Artificial Mind and Movement. This game started turning heads when it was announced because of the brutal portrayal of teddy bear violence. The game focuses on horror movie style gameplay, where you are suppose to stalk, frighten, and eventually kill all the teddy bears at summer [...]

PlayStation Plus Needed For Hulu Plus
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Hulu Plus, the service revealed yesterday which gives users access to HD videos of some of the most popular shows on TV, will seemingly require PlayStation Plus if you are even contemplating on getting the video service.

Portal 2 Introduces “Wheatley”
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

In a surprise announcement at E3, Gabe Newell shocked the world with a dedication-like statement to Sony and brought forth word of Portal 2 arriving to the PS3.  We were introduced to it through a presentation video, and now Valve just recently launched the first of a seven part video series to reel us into [...]

Firmware Update Prevents Future “ApocalyPS3″
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Firmware update 3.40 was released just a bit ago introducing a tidal wave of new content and features to the PlayStation 3. While you can start enjoying all the benefits of PlayStation Plus, you’ll also be able to sleep easier knowing that the biggest scare of 2010 for the PS3 has finally been vanquished for [...]

PS3 Review – MAG: Interdiction
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

When Zipper Interactive first announced MAG it had many original SOCOM fans drooling at the thought of 256 players on one multiplayer map together. They promised to deliver a great online shooter with a huge community, and they didn’t let gamers down. MAG is one of the best shooters out on the PlayStation 3. Recently [...]

GameStop’s Exclusive Guitar Hero Axe Will Shred In Style
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Activision’s Rock installments have been taking the stage to the gamer in their living rooms since they took charge of the franchise in 2006.  It looks like the publisher understands that shredding won’t be as entertaining if you can’t shred in style.  And with GameStop’s exclusive axe design for Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock, you’ll [...]

Lost Planet 2 DLC Pits Players Against Boss Fights
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Lost Planet 2 will be getting some more DLC love in the near future that will turn the heat up on its bug infested planet.  And if you’re the type with the insanity to take on critters that are 100 times your size, then get ready to lock and load.  This ride will be a [...]