Archive for August, 2011

Sony Patents Gesture Based Controls for Vita
Friday, August 5th, 2011

Sure, you can use the ten buttons, the two analog sticks, the two multitouch touch pads or the SixAxis to control the PlayStation Vita, but what if you don’t want to touch your lovely new handheld? You could use your voice, or you could simply wave your finger. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() [...]

A New IP of Epic Proportions
Friday, August 5th, 2011

We’ve spotted a new game IP on the horizon, and it’s coming from a very reputable developer. 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; document.getElementsByTagName(‘body’)[0].appendChild(script); })(); Tweet reddit_newwindow=’1′

Analyst Believes Sony Must Lower Vita Price “or Risk a Major Failure”
Friday, August 5th, 2011

With the recent announcement that Nintendo is slashing the price of their handheld by $80, analysts have begun to speak out on how this will affect the upcoming PlayStation Vita. According to one analyst, Hideki Yasuda of Tokyo-based Ace Securities, the future of Sony’s handheld is not looking too bright – at the current price anyway. var [...]

Criterion Developing Another Open-World Racer?
Friday, August 5th, 2011

An opening on EA’s recruitment website for an AI programmer at Criterion listed that is it seeking a candidate capable of creating “believable, open world AI Racing Drivers”.

The Arkedo Games Series is Headed to the PSN
Friday, August 5th, 2011

Sanuk Games has been hard at work on various games since we last spoke with them prior to the release of their horror MiniS title, Hysteria Project. They have recently announced a set of wallet-friendly, retro throwback titles that are set to hit the PlayStation Store.

Motorstorm: Apocalypse Replaces Resistance 3 in PlayStation Monitor Bundle, Gamestop Includes Both
Friday, August 5th, 2011

During this year’s Sony E3 press conference it was revealed that an affordable 3DTV solution was on the horizon, and that it also included the incredible ability to display 2 different images for multiplayer gaming. A bundle including a 24″ 3D Monitor, 3D glasses, and an HDMI cable, all with Resistance 3 included was shown [...]

PlayStation Network PLAY Announced, Includes Bonus Gifts, 20% of Pre-Orders
Friday, August 5th, 2011

Sony Computer Entertainment of America (and Europe) has just announced the “first annual” PlayStation Network PLAY. It’s a new program that offers bonus gifts with every purchase, along with pre-order discounts of up to 20% off for PlayStation Plus subscribers.

Adorn Your Mantel With Skyrim’s Collector’s Edition
Friday, August 5th, 2011

Bethesda has announced The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector’s Edition will include a statue of Alduin, 200 page art book, and a making of DVD.

Twisted Metal Takes a Detour to 2012
Friday, August 5th, 2011

Twisted Metal will not be releasing this year.

RAGE “Uprising” Trailer Teases Plot and Cast
Friday, August 5th, 2011

A new trailer for RAGE from id Software briefly hints at plot details and an accompanying cast of characters.

Borderlands 2 is Being Written By Someone You Might Know
Friday, August 5th, 2011

It’s come to our attention recently that Mr. Anthony Burch is writing Borderlands 2, which can be exciting news, if you know who Anthony Burch is.

Erving and Abdul-Jabbar are Headed to NBA 2K12′s ‘NBA’s Greatest’ Mode
Friday, August 5th, 2011

It looks like basketball legends Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, and Magic Johnson will have to share the spotlight in the latest installment in 2K’s popular basketball franchise. Julius “Dr. J” Erving and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar have been confirmed to be playable in 2K12‘s all-new ‘NBA’s Greatest’ mode.

Arkham City Pre-Order Skins Target Fans of Batman
Friday, August 5th, 2011

Would you prefer that Batman’s outfit was a little more colorful, or a bit more animated? Rocksteady offered a few pre-order bonuses for Arkham Asylum, but they have really stepped up their offerings for Arkham City. Five different suits are available from various different shops, but unfortunately, the Schumacher nipple suit isn’t one of them.

It’s Not PS3, It’s HBO
Thursday, August 4th, 2011

The second largest premium subscription network in North America, HBO has produced some of the most popular television series such as The Sopranos, Entourage, Six Feet Under, True Blood and Game of Thrones. In February 2010, HBO launched HBO Go, which let subscribers watch HBO programming on their computer or mobile device. Time Warner’s CEO confirmed today that [...]

PS3 Review – Captain America: Super Soldier
Thursday, August 4th, 2011

Here comes yet another movie tie-in super hero game, this time in the form of Captain America: Super Soldier. Can the Captain make it happen, or is he fighting with a broken shield?