Archive for September, 2010

PS3 Review – Dead Rising 2
Friday, September 24th, 2010

The first Dead Rising was released in 2006, back when the current zombie apocalypse fad was in the midst of taking off. But there was something that set this undead slayer apart from the rest of the groaning, brain-nibbling pack; and Capcom knew it. Four years and over one million sales later, Blue Castle games [...]

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Wages War with Gran Turismo 5
Friday, September 24th, 2010

The Need for Speed series has reigned as king of the arcade racer for over a decade on a handful of platforms. The sheer speed and exhilaration of racing the roads of great America while being chased by supercharged police cars was fully realized in the original Hot Pursuit. Now its next-generation brother is looking [...]

“PlayStation Network” Tops Google’s Fastest Rising Searches
Friday, September 24th, 2010

The PlayStation Network has overtaken pop culture icons, reality TV stars, and the National Building Society in Google’s UK charts this past week, showing the service’s popularity.

PlayStation Deals: Fall Pre-order Edition
Friday, September 24th, 2010

Money-saving tips from your favorite PlayStation site…

This Uncharted Deal is Quite the Treasure
Friday, September 24th, 2010

Are you a member in the secret organization known as…Sam’s Club? If you are, or know anyone that is, you better head over there quick for a steal of a deal for this PS3 classic, Uncharted.

Laura Looks Brutal in Latest Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 Images
Friday, September 24th, 2010

Laura Kinney, also known as X-23, isn’t just another pretty face. In the latest images provided to us by Capcom of Marvel vs. Capcom 3, not only does she look good… but she’s quite deadly as well. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); [...]

Another UK Retailer Lists Prince of Persia Trilogy HD in 3D
Friday, September 24th, 2010

How this game hasn’t been officially announced yet is beyond us! Having already been outed by two other retailers (here and… let me find it, here), ShopTo.net are the latest to put up a listing for this still unannounced HD collection.

Shaun White Kickflips into Next Gen with New Trailer
Friday, September 24th, 2010

Shaun White has taken his snowboarding skills to the PS3 and now he is poised to do the same with his skateboarding. Shaun White Skateboarding looks to bring a new twist to the genre as players are able to create this own ramps and grinds mid trick. Ubisoft has released a new featurette for the game, introducing it to the Next Gen.

Gran Turismo Developer Reveals X1
Friday, September 24th, 2010

It’s no secret that Gran Turismo 5 is set to be the greatest racing simulator in existence and as the days go by, the game keeps getting better and better. With the game’s release date winding down to just over a month, who could imagine Polyphony Digital announcing more details after its already lengthy development [...]

More Super Street Fighter IV Alternate Costumes Incoming
Friday, September 24th, 2010

Even months after release, Capcom are still releasing Super Street Fighter IV content. Over the next few months, the publisher will be giving players their favorite Street Fighter characters new looks via DLC.

Bulletstorm Developer Gameplay Commentary
Friday, September 24th, 2010

One of the reasons Bulletstorm is anticipatedm is due to its over-the-top gameplay. Publisher Electronic Arts has released footage showcasing exactly that with producer Tanya Jessen talking through it.

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Character DLC Announced
Friday, September 24th, 2010

Arc System Works and Zen United have announced a brand new character will be joining the “ever expanding BlazBlue universe.” Valkenhayn R Hellsing is described as the most hotly anticipated of BlazBlue’s downloadable characters who brings a whole new fighting style to the title.

Fragnstein is Ready for Action After 3.50
Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

Unbeknownst to most PlayStation 3 owners, firmware update 3.50 eradicated the ability for gamers to use unlicensed peripherals. This meant a variety of off-brand, aftermarket controllers and peripherals were rendered useless once PS3 owners updated their PS3′s to the latest build. However, thanks to great manufacture support, one of the more critically-acclaimed gaming pads is [...]

Dead Space 2 PSN Beta Invites Going Out
Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

Rumors emerged earlier today that Dead Space 2 will be receiving a beta, and the developer even said to look out for further information. Well, it’s true, folks. PSN beta invites for Dead Space 2 are being sent as we type this…

PS3 Review – Quantum Theory
Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

Quantum Theory is Tecmo Koei’s first attempt at the third-person shooter genre, and what a rollercoaster ride it has been for the publisher. The shooter, originally a PlayStation 3 exclusive, later on went multiplatform – greatly disappointing the PlayStation 3 faithful. Originally touted as a complete Gears of War clone, Quantum Theory undoubtedly strikes upon [...]