Tweak Town :: Monday, March 24, 2008
TTGamer have today posted a review of Army of Two for the Xbox 360. This co-op only action EA title offers some intense gameplay, but falls short of attaining brilliance.
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 : Xbox 360 and Playstation 3
Driver Heaven :: Monday, March 24, 2008
Eyes have been on Rainbow Six Vegas 2 for quite some time as the original was one of the most played multiplayer experiences on Microsoft’s shiny console. So what’s new?
Halo 3 Legendary Map Pack
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Available exclusively on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for 800 Microsoft Points, the Legendary Map Pack introduces three new maps to the award-winning multiplayer experience—Ghost Town, Avalanche, and one map yet to be revealed.
Sega Superstars Tennis
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Sixteen fan-favorite SEGA® characters from Sonic to NiGHTS are serving up non-stop fun in SEGA Superstars Tennis™. Multiple madcap mini-games will keep the party rolling and up to four friends can challenge each other in tournaments, exhibitions and unlockable special events. With hilarious cameos and comical guest umpires from SEGA’s rich gaming history, this fun-filled tennis party is guaranteed to be a smashing good time for the whole family!
SingStar™ 90’s
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Grunge. R&B. Pop. The ’90s was a decade of memorable music and videos. SingStar ’90s includes iconic artists such as MC Hammer, Vanilla Ice, Paula Abdul, R.E.M., Stone Temple Pilots and many more. Rock out to addictive songs such as U Can’t Touch This, Ice Ice Baby, and other ’90s hits! So grab the mics, prep your voice, and throw a jammin’ party with SingStar ’90s.
Hot Shots Golf®: Out of Bounds
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
The Most Fun You’ll Ever Have In Golf Slip on the golf shoes, step out on the course and tee it up on the PLAYSTATION®3 with Hot Shots Golf® Out Of Bounds. Rip a 300 yard drive down the middle the fairway or go pin hunting on those tricky par 3s. No mulligans needed as Hot Shots Golf® Out of Bounds is all about having fun and enjoying the most entertaining and over the top golfing experience imaginable. So come on, step up and give it your best shot. KEY FEATURES New Shot System – Check out the new shot system and see if you have the skills to take your golf score lower. The new shot system offers a high risk to reward ratio and gives players the ability to hit the ball farther and straighter, but also penalizes more on mistimed shots. Online Action – Customize a tournament and square off with up to 50 of your closest friends, or swing into the lobby and interact with others while customizing your personal avatar with more than 300 options. Crazy Characters & Caddies – Select one of 15 different playable characters all with their own distinct look, attributes and quirky characteristics. Six entertaining caddies wait to guide you through the open fairways and the tenacious rough. Larger Courses & Environments – Strategically play your next shot while taking into account the neighboring holes. Larger playable environments let you play your errant tee shot from a neighboring hole, or if it makes sense take aim at a different fairway and use it as a shortcut. 6 Immaculate Courses – Play wherever golf is played. In the mountains, on the desert, along the coast or in the woods. A Variety of Golf Outings – Multiple single player and multi-player modes of play including VS, Training, Tournament, Stroke, Match Play and more. Downloadable Content – In between rounds, head to the PLAYSTATION®Store to download exciting content including characters, courses, clubs, clothing and other golf swag.
Samurai Warriors 2: Xtreme Legends
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Samurai Warriors 2 takes you back in time, to an era where honor and swordplay defined everything. Long before the twilight of the samurai, Japan was ruled by powerful leaders hungry to unite the land under one banner. The samurai and ninja who defended their land and honor became legends. If you prove yourself worthy and honorable, you can join them.
This Week in Xbox: March 19-26, 2008
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Games Editor Denny Atkin brings you all the latest in what’s going on this week on Xbox.com.
Two for Tactics
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
We explore some tips and strategies for EA Montreal’s cooperative shooter, Army of Two.
Saling The World: Rainbow Six Vegas 2 Leads 360 Sales in U.S. and UK
Gamasutra Columns :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Saling The World” charts see Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Vegas 2 debut to top sales in North America and the UK, while Armored Core: For Answer and SimCity DS 2 lead in Japan.
The Devil May Cry 4 Hardcore
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Hardcore offers up another slate of twisted challenges, using the already difficult Devil May Cry 4, as the foundation for a ruthless test of gaming skill.
Drillbit Taylor and Bully: Scholarship Edition Sweepstakes
Xbox Live :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Register your gamertag or download the Drillbit Taylor Gamer Picture for your chance to win. We’ve got more than 200 prizes to give away, including a 50-inch plasma HDTV.
SingStar™ 90’s (Game Only)
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Grunge. R&B. Pop. The ’90s was a decade of memorable music and videos. SingStar ’90s includes iconic artists such as MC Hammer, Vanilla Ice, Paula Abdul, R.E.M., Stone Temple Pilots and many more. Rock out to addictive songs such as U Can’t Touch This, Ice Ice Baby, and other ’90s hits! So grab the mics, prep your voice, and throw a jammin’ party with SingStar ’90s.
Dropkick Murphys Song Pack Free on Xbox LIVE Marketplace
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Friday, March 21, 2008
To kick off St. Patrick’s Day, a free song pack for Guitar Hero III from the Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys will be available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace.
Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Step into the spotlight and become an idol. Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore delivers the most realistic recreation of the American Idol experience with an all-new next generation game engine and 40 smash hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today. Grab the mics and challenge your friends to find out who will be the next superstar and face the music as Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson critique your performances.
Sega Superstars Tennis
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Sixteen fan-favorite SEGA® characters from Sonic to NiGHTS are serving up non-stop fun in SEGA Superstars Tennis™. Multiple madcap mini-games will keep the party rolling and up to four friends can challenge each other in tournaments, exhibitions and unlockable special events. With hilarious cameos and comical guest umpires from SEGA’s rich gaming history, this fun-filled tennis party is guaranteed to be a smashing good time for the whole family!
Army of Co-Op
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
We examine EA Montreal’s uniquely cooperative shooter ARMY OF TWO, including details on the Aggro system, co-op skills and multiplayer modes.
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six® Vegas 2
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Vegas 2 – the sequel to the award-winning next-generation first-person shooter – returns to Sin City. Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Vegas 2 is your last chance to rescue America’s sexiest city from an escalating terrorist siege that will force you into heart-pounding action from beginning to end. The best are back and this time winner takes all.
Metal Gear Solid®: The Essential Collection
Sony Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Metal Gear Solid®: the Essential Collection includes the original Metal Gear Solid for the PlayStation® game console, the director’s cut of Metal Gear Solid 2 and Metal Gear Solid 3 in a commemorative package with artwork by renowned Metal Gear Solid artist Yoji Shinkawa.
Modern Warfare Variety Map Pack
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Scheduled for release at all retailers nationwide on April 3, the Modern Warfare Game of the Year Edition includes a token to download the Variety Map Pack, a series of four new multiplayer maps for Xbox 360. The Variety Map Pack will also be available for download from Xbox LIVE Marketplace.
Return to Sin City
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 21, 2008
We take a look at what’s new, what’s improved, and what’s thankfully still the same in Ubisoft’s Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Vegas 2.
Forza Motorsport 2 Play & Win Sweepstakes
Xbox Live :: Friday, March 21, 2008
Register and race online with Forza 2 and you could win a Wireless Racing Wheel, a copy of the game signes by the developers, or one of more than a thousand other prizes.
Critical Reception: Ubisoft’s Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Vegas 2
Gamasutra Columns :: Friday, March 21, 2008
This week’s edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Vegas 2, Ubisoft’s tactical squad-based shooter sequel that is “a glorious example of fan service,” according to critics.
Marble Blast Ultra XNA
.360 Live :: Monday, March 17, 2008
As promised earlier, we now present to you a video clip and some screenshots of the XNA build of Marble Blast Ultra running on the Torque X engine. Me, Faraaz and LINKx12 were lucky enough to play Marble Blast XNA. We really hope you enjoy the video and screenshots, so please let us know what you think by saying what you like/dislike about the map, or just a general a comment. Thanks!
This beautiful map was created by Alex Swanson from GarageGames – dude, like remind me to get his autograph later.
Any requests for more screenshots or videos are also welcomed.
Oh, I’ve also added the default Marble Blast Ultra techno trance, gotta love Timothy Steven Clarke’s music.
MLB 2K8 (Playstation 3)
Driver Heaven :: Monday, March 17, 2008
MLB 2K8 is back with a bang, offering new gameplay additions which promise to make this the best MLB yet. So 2K will have us believe anyway. I’ll be checking out if it’s a home run or a flop. Firstly lets discuss the major additions to the game play mechanic.
Cyber Snipa GamePad V2
Gideon Tech :: Monday, March 17, 2008
“There are enough keys on the gamepad to provide everything you need to frag your opponent. They enlarged the standard movement keys to help with the cramping you can get in your hand. This new version has changed the color of some of the keys to help you recognize your options.”
Sam and Max: Chariots Of The Dogs (PC)
Driver Heaven :: Monday, March 17, 2008
Chariot Of The Dogs is the latest in the long line of game shorts released for the PC and it focuses on the missing store clerk Bosco. I missed him from the last game so before I even started playing I knew this would be a great addition to the series. I am glad I was not wrong because this game is absolutely brilliant and is laced with the satire we all expect from the Sam and Max games.
Warhammer 40k: Soulstorm (PC)
Driver Heaven :: Monday, March 17, 2008
The latest title in the Warhammer 40k series, with two new factions available. Is it any good or just another tired rerun?
Bully: Taking on Bullworth
Xbox 360 Games :: Monday, March 17, 2008
From swirlies to stink bombs, we explore Rockstar Montreal’s hilarious open-ended take on teenage rebellion at Bullworth Academy.
Saling The World: Smash Bros. Debut Tops U.S. Charts
Gamasutra Columns :: Monday, March 17, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Saling The World” charts see North American sales dominated by Super Smash Bros. Brawl, which debuts as this week’s top seller across all platforms.
Release This: U.S., UK Get R6 Vegas 2, SimCity DS 2 Makes Japan Debut
Gamasutra Columns :: Monday, March 17, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Release This!” examines a week that sees Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Vegas 2 and Sega Superstars Tennis debut in North America and the UK, as Japan receives Tales of Rebirth, SimCity DS 2, and Armored Core: For Answer.
Timeshift PC Review
Gamepyre :: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Timeshift has a lot of potential to be a great game, but unfortunately never hits the greatness it could achieve. Don’t get me wrong, I had fun with the game, but it isn’t a must play type title. The game has dropped in price a bit at some online stores. Buying from Sierra directly will only run you about $30 for the download, though the console versions can get a bit pricier. The game is worth $30 if the subject matter interests you and you’re looking for a game to pass the time until the next big release. However if you’re looking for a groundbreaking First Person Shooter title with endless amounts of replay value, then I would suggest that you keep looking.
Turning Point: Fall Of Liberty (Xbox 360)
Gaming Heaven :: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
If the United States had never been involved in World War II, history would be very different with Nazi Germany probably controlling most of Europe and Asia. Turning Point makes this scenario a virtual reality.
As the game starts the storyline is laid out, Winston Churchill, instead of being injured by a taxi in New York in 1931, was killed. This is the Turning Point for the change in history. Geddit?
Razer Piranha Gaming Communicator Review
Hardware Logic :: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
“Most of us wouldn’t think of letting a piranha anywhere near our noggin, but this isn’t the first time Razer’s gone against conventional wisdom. In fact, Razer owes its very existence to this type of thinking. Once considered a niche market, Razer gambled on the future of competitive gaming and arguably helped take the little known segment and cast it into the mainstream limelight. It started with a line of ultra sensitive mice, and today Razer’s product line runs the gamut from gaming keyboards to a growing line of audio solutions.
Today we’re focusing on the latter with Razer’s new Piranha Gaming Communicator, or in layman’s terms, headset with microphone. Hoping to strike a balance between comfort and all-around performance, does Razer’s Piranha pack enough bite, or is this one fish we’re better off throwing back?”
Bring Down the Sky: A Mass Effect Vignette
Xbox 360 Games :: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
We take a comprehensive look at the eagerly anticipated Bring Down the Sky mission download for Bioware’s masterful role-playing saga Mass Effect.
Critical Reception: Nintendo/Game Arts’ Super Smash Bros. Brawl
Gamasutra Columns :: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
This week’s edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Super Smash Bros. Brawl, a new entry in Nintendo’s trademark fighting game series that critics describe as “completely engrossing” and “more accessible and fun than ever before.”
This Week in Xbox: March 12-19, 2008
Xbox 360 Games :: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Games Editor Denny Atkin brings you all the latest in what’s going on this week on Xbox.com.
Release This: Super Smash Bros. Brawl Hits U.S. Shores
Gamasutra Columns :: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Release This!” examines a week that brings Super Smash Bros. Brawl Stateside, while Europe gets No More Heroes and Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn.
Bring Down the Sky: A Mass Effect Vignette
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
We take a comprehensive look at the eagerly anticipated Bring Down the Sky mission download for Bioware’s masterful role-playing saga Mass Effect.
Condemned 2: Bloodshot™
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Condemned 2: Bloodshot™ ratchets up the bone-crushing brutality of the popular psychological thriller with an all-new fighting system and for the first time, online multiplayer modes. As Ethan Thomas, the unstable and disgraced Serial Crimes Unit investigator, you will face horrifying enemies and endless heart-stopping surprises in the shadows of a strange and sinister world. Utilize a new set of high-tech forensic tools and fight off violent enemies on the perilous hunt for your missing partner. You’ll need to use anything and everything in the environment to survive as you unravels the mysteries shrouding the city in darkness.
Release This: God of War PSP, Bully Arrive Stateside
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Release This!” examines a week that brings Sony’s God of War franchise to the PSP, as other platforms receive Bully: Scholarship Edition, Army of Two, and the year’s first wave of MLB-licensed baseball sims.
Critical Reception: Sony’s/SCE Japan’s Patapon
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
This week’s edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Patapon, a PSP action/rhythm hybrid that “is arguably one of the best titles to appear on the PlayStation Portable platform to date,” according to reviews.
Buzz!™ The Hollywood Quiz (Bundle)
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Buzz!™ The Hollywood Quiz is the latest star-studded installment of the new social gaming series that delivers the world’s greatest Hollywood trivia event live in your living room. Celeb buffs will be challenged to test their tinsel town knowledge on over 5,000 questions on topics that include Hollywood’s biggest box office hits and the lifestyles of its most glamorous stars. As the follow-up to this holiday’s family-friendly hit, Buzz!™ The Mega Quiz, this new installment features hundreds of movie clips, pictures, celebrity images, and more. Fun and easy to use Buzz! buzzer peripherals complete the interactive game show experience that will have you and up to eight of your friends and family members buzzing for more.
Saling The World: Army of Two Tops U.S. Charts, Yakuza 3 Leads Japan
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Saling The World” charts see Army of Two and MLB 08: The Show debuting to top sales in North America, while the latest in Sega’s Yakuza franchise, Ryu ga Gotoku Kenzan, tops charts in Japan.
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
PES 2008 features a brand new intelligence system, called Teamvision, that adapts and reacts to players own gameplay styles to ensure that the computer controlled opponents are always challenging and forcing the player to think and chance their style of play to avoid being out-thought by the game. It learns counter attacks that target your weaknesses and look to exploit any repetitive tactics players use. Defenders react better to danger, closing down the ball and charging at shots and the goalkeepers hold shots that are closer to them as well. Teammates make more intelligent runs into space and the close control has been sharpened to ensure quick and fluid passing and speedy attacks can be built. The next gen versions also feature extensive edit modes so players can completely customise their PES 2008 experience.
Buzz!™ Jr. RoboJam (Game Only)
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Buzz!™ Jr. is back to blast you off to a future full of fun and adventure with Buzz!™ Jr.: Robo Jam. Join the galaxy’s most mischievous robots as they get whipped into shape at Robot Boot camp where dodging missiles, making music with giant aliens and completing other far-out fun games are all in a day’s work. Up to four players can pick up the easy to use buzzers and compete in 24 wildly, upbeat mini-games in an effort to graduate at the top of the class in the prestigious Robot Academy. This humorous and entertaining robot romp is fun and accessible for children, parents and grandparents.
Wild ARMs XF
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Wild ARMs XF is the newest installment in the long-running role-playing series which marks a couple firsts for the franchise; the first one containing tactical strategy gameplay, as well as the first Wild ARMs game to appear on a handheld system. Wild ARMs XF offers a unique strategy role-playing experience with a hex-based grid system producing more tactical positioning options, a large number of job classes allowing vast party customization, and a wide range of mission objectives making it one of the deepest strategy games on the PSP® system.
Saling The World: Professor Layton, Apollo Justice Impact DS Charts in U.S.
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Saling The World” charts see the adventure genre leading on the Nintendo DS with Professor Layton and Apollo Justice, while Sins of a Solar Empire climbs to the top of U.S. PC software sales.
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
PES 2008 features a brand new intelligence system, called Teamvision, that adapts and reacts to players own gameplay styles to ensure that the computer controlled opponents are always challenging and forcing the player to think and chance their style of play to avoid being out-thought by the game. It learns counter attacks that target your weaknesses and look to exploit any repetitive tactics players use. Defenders react better to danger, closing down the ball and charging at shots and the goalkeepers hold shots that are closer to them as well.
Ratchet & Clank®: Size Matters
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
The next BIG thing for the PlayStation®2 – Ratchet and Clank®: Size Matters Ratchet and Clank’s special brand of pandemonium for the PS2: Play through the original Ratchet and Clank®: Size Matters story, exploring worlds big and small! Guide Ratchet through challenging levels, pilot supersized robotic torsos and engage in space combat missions as Giant Clank. Explosive mayhem: All the adrenaline-pumping action, excitement and destruction fans have come to expect from the series is here! Wreck havoc with new and familiar weapons and gadgets, including the Mootator, Agents of Doom and Bee Mines! Large-scale action—and armor: Unlock over six different armor types with a customizable armor system that gives Ratchet new abilities and powers to advance through challenging, action-packed areas. Big bang for your buck: Ratchet and Clank®: Size Matters is a great value for budget-conscious gamers. A quality game, for a might small price.
Artist of the Month: Bow Wow and Omarion
Xbox Live :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
The new album Face Off marks a quantum leap in creative and artistic musical expression for Bow Wow and Omarion.
Buzz!™ Jr. RoboJam (Bundle)
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Buzz!™ Jr. is back to blast you off to a future full of fun and adventure with Buzz!™ Jr.: Robo Jam. Join the galaxy’s most mischievous robots as they get whipped into shape at Robot Boot camp where dodging missiles, making music with giant aliens and completing other far-out fun games are all in a day’s work. Up to four players can pick up the easy to use buzzers and compete in 24 wildly, upbeat mini-games in an effort to graduate at the top of the class in the prestigious Robot Academy. This humorous and entertaining robot romp is fun and accessible for children, parents and grandparents.
Critical Reception: Sony/Ready at Dawn’s God of War: Chains of Olympus
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
This week’s edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to God of War: Chains of Olympus, a PSP-exclusive prequel that “hit[s] the mark on every level of production,” according to critics.
Buzz!™ The Hollywood Quiz (Game Only)
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Buzz!™ The Hollywood Quiz is the latest star-studded installment of the new social gaming series that delivers the world’s greatest Hollywood trivia event live in your living room. Celeb buffs will be challenged to test their tinsel town knowledge on over 5,000 questions on topics that include Hollywood’s biggest box office hits and the lifestyles of its most glamorous stars. As the follow-up to this holiday’s family-friendly hit, Buzz!™ The Mega Quiz, this new installment features hundreds of movie clips, pictures, celebrity images, and more. Fun and easy to use Buzz! buzzer peripherals complete the interactive game show experience that will have you and up to eight of your friends and family members buzzing for more.
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
PES 2008 features a brand new intelligence system, called Teamvision, that adapts and reacts to players own gameplay styles to ensure that the computer controlled opponents are always challenging and forcing the player to think and chance their style of play to avoid being out-thought by the game. It learns counter attacks that target your weaknesses and look to exploit any repetitive tactics players use. Defenders react better to danger, closing down the ball and charging at shots and the goalkeepers hold shots that are closer to them as well. Teammates make more intelligent runs into space and the close control has been sharpened to ensure quick and fluid passing and speedy attacks can be built. The next gen versions also feature extensive edit modes so players can completely customise their PES 2008 experience.
Saling The World: The Sims 2: FreeTime, Gundam Lead Worldwide Charts
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Saling The World” charts see The Sims 2: FreeTime leading in U.S. and UK PC software sales in its first week of release, while Gundam Musou Special emerges as this week’s biggest seller in Japan.
FlatOut: Head On
Sony Games :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Release This: Patapon Marches to U.S. Stores
Gamasutra Columns :: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Gamasutra’s latest “Release This!” examines a week that sees the North American release of Patapon, Sony’s iconic PSP rhythm action title, and Ubisoft’s Lost: Via Domus, while Japan sees the debut of Soma Bringer and The Idolm@ster: Live for You!
Saitek Cyborg 5.1 Gaming Headset Review Review
Think Computers :: Friday, March 07, 2008
“I have a great appreciation for high quality cover-the-ear headphones. I’ve used ones that cost under $20, and others that cost over $200. I prefer cover-the-ear, as I’m easily distracted by outside noise.and in gaming, distractions often mean the difference between getting a clean headshot and getting pwned. Saitek has been around for nearly 30 years, and has grown to be the world’s second largest manufacturer of gaming peripherals. They design and build a huge array of PC peripherals and speakers, to enhance the overall PC experience. Will the Cyborg Headset prove to be as innovative and effective as Saitek’s other products? Read ahead to see…”
Five of the Worst Video Games of All Time
Futurelooks :: Friday, March 07, 2008
We’ve all played them, the games that just shouldn’t be called games; such abominations should be hidden away, and never seen again. Only a scant few have played them and even less have finished them. To these people, we applaud you, and more importantly we asked this: Why? Why would you subject yourself to such horrors as to play those games? Did you have a gun to your head? Were you paid a million dollars? To these questions we might never get the answers, but we all have those lists. The list of what can be called the worst games of all time. So without further ado, here is this writers’ TOP FIVE Worst Video Games of All Time!
Best Bang for The Buck Gaming Computer of 2008?
PC Mech :: Friday, March 07, 2008
“For those of you want more out of your computer than e-mail and Internet, but don’t have the money to dish out for a $3,000 rig that will get outdated in a week, look no further. I have compiled a list of the various components to let you get the most for your money for […]”
Might and Magic Comes to Xbox 360
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
The Might and Magic series storms Xbox 360 for the first time with class-based gameplay, immersive, visceral combat, and feature-filled multiplayer matches over Xbox LIVE.
God of War®: Chains of Olympus
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
The ancient world speaks of a mortal that slayed a God. But long before his battle with Ares, Kratos sought absolution from his past sins by pledging himself as a champion to the Gods. These brutal crusades in the name of Olympus became legendary. The Ghost of Sparta is now ordered by the Gods to journey the underworld, after the world plunges into darkness. There he must face the most feared creatures of Greek Mythology and forced to choose between his own personal redemption and saving the ancient world from certain destruction.
Halo 3 Championship Tournament
Xbox Live :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Here’s your chance to participate in one of the biggest gaming competitions of the year! The Halo 3 Championship Tournament on Xbox LIVE lets you compete against some of the top Halo 3 players in the country.
Spend Spring Break with Rock Band
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Going to Panama City Beach, Florida for Spring Break? Join Xbox 360® and Rock Band™ for the “Spring Break of a Lifetime” from March 1-22.
Brutal World of Condemned 2
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Friday, March 07, 2008
This free demo gives you a glimpse into the incredibly brutal world of Condemned 2: Bloodshot. A thrilling story of suspense and horror await in the full game, as you delve into the black-and-blue world of Ethan Thomas.
Poker and Puzzles Together at Last
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Void Star Creations’ remarkable puzzle/poker hybrid is an absolute gaming smash on Xbox LIVE Arcade.
WWE Smackdown! vs. RAW Superstar Series
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
This WWE compilation includes WWE Smackdown! vs. RAW, WWE Smackdown! vs. RAW 2006, and WWE Smackdown! vs. RAW 2007.
flOw
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Now for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, flOw is a game about piloting an aquatic organism through a surreal biosphere where players consume other organisms, evolve, and dive into the abyss. With an embedded design of DDA (dynamic difficulty adjustment), players with differing skill levels can intuitively customize their game experience and enjoy the game at their own pace. You can play as one of 5 creatures, each in a unique environment. Use the analog stick for an organic experience that will allow you to glide, flit, and flOw through the universe. Key Features Vibrant environments immerse you in the flOw universe. Dynamically Adjusting Experience – Customize your game experience. Multiplayer mode – Ad-hoc mode is supported on the PSP® system. Available exclusively on PLAYSTATION®Store for PC!
Spend Spring Break with Rock Band
Xbox Live :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Going to Panama City Beach, Florida for Spring Break? Join Xbox 360® and Rock Band™ for the “Spring Break of a Lifetime” from March 1-22.
This Week in Xbox: March 5-12, 2008
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Games Editor Denny Atkin brings you all the latest in what’s going on this week on Xbox.com.
MLB® 08 The Show™
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Already widely considered the most authentic baseball game available, MLB 08 The Show™ is set to provide fans with the most realistic baseball experience to date with innovations such as a more immersive Road to The Show mode, enabling gamers to play both offense and defense from the created player’s perspective. Providing players with some additional performance incentives, the MLB franchise introduces the new Progressive Batting Performance feature, which will both reward players for superior performance and penalize them for hitting slumps. Specific to each individual batter, players will be rewarded with slight contact bonuses, or punished with slight decreases in contact, based on how that batter that performs beyond his “natural ability” while under user control.
This Week in Xbox: February 13-20 2008
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Games Editor Denny Atkin brings you all the latest in what’s going on this week on Xbox.com.
Biathlon 2008
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
RTL Biathlon 2008 is the most beginner-friendly and at the same time most authentic game adaptation of the biathlon sport to date. 17 tracks in 13 international event locations, designed with enormous attention to detail, take the player on a journey through beautiful, snow-covered winter scenery. RTL Biathlon 2008 offers original athletes, original tracks and original rules, as well as an extensive career mode.
Turning Point: Fall of Liberty
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Not another typical WWII game set in the European or Pacific theatres, Turning Point: Fall of Liberty sees history take a catastrophic turn for the worse as the game opens with the German invasion of the U.S. via New York. Taking the role of Dan Carson – a reluctant New York City construction worker turned resistance fighter, gamers must survive the initial invasion before regrouping with other resistance members to take the fight back to the Nazis. Always outmanned and outgunned, players must use guerrilla tactics and hand to hand grappling combat as they attempt to stop the world’s most notorious war machine.
Halo 3 Championship Tournament
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Here’s your chance to participate in one of the biggest gaming competitions of the year! The Halo 3 Championship Tournament on Xbox LIVE lets you compete against some of the top Halo 3 players in the country.
Pinball Hall of Fame – The Williams Collection
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Pinball Hall of Fame: The Williams Collection faithfully recreates eight of the most memorable tables from the golden age of pinball in photorealistic 3D. Working closely with Williams to ensure authenticity of each of the games, the collection is highlighted by some of the most popular and innovative Williams pinball tables, including Gorgar, the first-ever talking pinball machine, Black Knight, which introduced “Magna-Save” and Bonus Ball, and Space Shuttle, which took the pinball industry by storm in 1984.
Major League Baseball 2K8
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Major League Baseball 2K8 returns to the diamond with the most complete MLB experience available on every major video game console. Revolutionizing your control of the 5 tools in baseball are brand new pitching, fielding and baserunning controls and completely overhauled batting interface. Featuring a totally unique trading card mode, robust Minor League system, all-new Signature Style animations for 2008, and more, Major League Baseball 2K8 brings a new level of fun to the virtual baseball world.
2008 Principal Financial Group Family Fun Fest
Xbox Live :: Friday, March 07, 2008
The Principal Financial Group Family Fun Fest is the country’s first and most extensive traveling baseball festival in history. In 2008 Xbox will continue on the tour with a state of the art video game trailer, radio giveaways, and support of “Pitch In For Baseball.”
Army of Two
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Delivering a groundbreaking strategic 3rd person co-op shooter unparalleled in the action genre, EA Montreal’s Army of Two focuses on gameplay centered around TWO man missions, TWO man strategies, TWO man tactics and a TWO man advantage. Fight along side your team-mate to become the deadliest two-man military outfit a government can buy. The breakthrough gameplay in Army of Two, with a live or adaptive AI partner, enables you to take advantage of two-man strategies like customizable weapons, vehicles, and tactical shooting.
Lost: Via Domus
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
After Oceanic Air flight 815 tore apart in mid-air and crashed on a seemingly deserted Pacific island, its survivors were forced to find inner strength they never knew they had in order to survive. The band of friends, family, enemies and strangers has become reluctant heroes who must work together against the cruel weather and harsh terrain if they want to stay alive. Danger and mystery loom behind every corner on the island, and those they thought could be trusted may turn against them. Even heroes have secrets.
Ace Combat 6 Downloads
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Now available on Marketplace, these six new plane variants for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation feature classic squadron themes from previous entries in the Ace Combat series and several original designs.
Path of the Elect Expansion Pack for Undertow
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
The new Path of the Elect downloadable content for Undertow adds five new single-player and co-op levels and features a new playable race, the Elect.
This Week on LOST
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
We dig into Ubisoft’s LOST: Via Domus, based on the hit ABC television series, following the adventures of Elliot Maslow, a previously unexplored survivor of Oceanic Flight 815.
MLB® 08 The Show™
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Already widely considered the most authentic baseball game available, MLB 08 The Show™ is set to provide fans with the most realistic baseball experience to date with innovations such as a more immersive Road to The Show mode, enabling gamers to play both offense and defense from the created player’s perspective. Providing players with some additional performance incentives, the MLB franchise introduces the new Progressive Batting Performance feature, which will both reward players for superior performance and penalize them for hitting slumps. Specific to each individual batter, players will be rewarded with slight contact bonuses, or punished with slight decreases in contact, based on how that batter that performs beyond his “natural ability” while under user control.
Blokus Portable: Steambot Championship
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
The most celebrated game of the century is coming to your PSP® system! Since its introduction in 2000, the Blokus board game has sold 3 million games and become a classic in 35 countries. Now this fan and critic favorite blends its outstanding puzzle gameplay with the beloved characters from the Steambot Chronicles series.
Demo Available for The Spiderwick Chronicles
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Two full levels of the complete game are available in the demo for The Spiderwick Chronicles, now on Xbox LIVE Marketplace.
ARMY OF TWO Prima Guide
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Two Prima Guide samples for ARMY OF TWO are available for download from Xbox.com.
Best RPGs Play & Win Sweepstakes
Xbox Live :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Download extra content for hit Xbox 360 RPGs to enter this sweepstakes. You could win a trip for two to Comicon in San Diego, or a limited-edition Mass Effect Xbox 360 console.
MLB® 08 The Show™
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Already widely considered the most authentic baseball game available, MLB® 08 The Show™ is set to provide fans with the most realistic baseball experience to date with innovations such as a more immersive Road to The Show mode, enabling gamers to play both offense and defense from the created player’s perspective. Providing players with some additional performance incentives, the MLB® franchise introduces the new Progressive Batting Performance feature, which will both reward players for superior performance and penalize them for hitting slumps. Specific to each individual batter, players will be rewarded with slight contact bonuses, or punished with slight decreases in contact, based on how that batter that performs beyond his “natural ability” while under user control. Adding to the online feature set, which includes customizable Online League Play with up to 30 teams, scrolling MLB® Score Ticker and more, MLB® 08 The Show™ introduces SCOUT (SportsConnect Online User Tracking), which allows gamers to set and store their game preferences on the MLB® server, and enables the system to look for a Quick Match with opponents that fits similar competitive criteria.
Best RPGs Play & Win Sweepstakes
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Download extra content for hit Xbox 360 RPGs to enter this sweepstakes. You could win a trip for two to Comicon in San Diego, or a limited-edition Mass Effect Xbox 360 console.
Blockbuster Lineup Announced at GDC
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Xbox 360 lineup includes must-have exclusives like Gears of War 2, Fable 2, Too Human, and more .
Immortal Tactics
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Check out these tips and tricks for turn-based combat and world exploration in Lost Odyssey.
Major League Baseball 2K8
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Revolutionizing your control of the 5 tools in baseball are brand new pitching, fielding and baserunning controls and completely overhauled batting interface. Featuring a totally unique trading card mode, robust Minor League system, all-new Signature Style animations for 2008, and more, Major League Baseball 2K8 brings a new level of fun to the virtual baseball world.
Lost Odyssey: Kaim’s Immortal Quest
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Lost Odyssey’s emotional story, outstanding presentation and refreshing gameplay mechanics are examined in detail.
Pinball Hall of Fame – The Williams Collection
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Pinball Hall of Fame: The Williams Collection faithfully recreates eight of the most memorable tables from the golden age of pinball in photorealistic 3D. Working closely with Williams to ensure authenticity of each of the games, the collection is highlighted by some of the most popular and innovative Williams pinball tables, including Gorgar, the first-ever talking pinball machine, Black Knight, which introduced “Magna-Save” and Bonus Ball, and Space Shuttle, which took the pinball industry by storm in 1984.
Major League Baseball 2K8
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Major League Baseball 2K8 returns to the diamond with the most complete MLB experience available on every major video game console. Revolutionizing your control of the 5 tools in baseball are brand new pitching, fielding and baserunning controls and completely overhauled batting interface. Featuring a totally unique trading card mode, robust Minor League system, all-new Signature Style animations for 2008, and more, Major League Baseball 2K8 brings a new level of fun to the virtual baseball world.
This Week in Xbox: February 27 – March 5, 2008
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Games Editor Denny Atkin brings you all the latest in what’s going on this week on Xbox.com.
Silent Hill: Origins
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
The renowned Silent Hill survival horror series is back with a brand new adventure that reveals many of the series’ most hallowed secrets. Assuming the role of Travis Grady, a lone truck driver trapped in Silent Hill while making a routine delivery, players must escape the city’s horrific inhabitants and confront the strange hallucinations that have haunted Travis since childhood.
Patapon™
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
For years the Patapon tribe has lived in the desolate frontier, driven from their home by the evil Zigoton army. Behind the Patapons’ cute exterior, lies a fierce warrior spirit that can only be commanded by the beat of their God’s war drum. They wait for the day that the “Almighty” will return, to lead them against their enemies and bring them back to their homeland. Finally, their wait has come to an end as the drums of war are heard once again. Key Features Rhythm and Action Collide – Master up to six different drumbeats to command the Patapon troops to march, attack, defend, power up, retreat, and use magic. Combine the various chains of drumbeats to address each unique level, leading the Patapons to victory over the Zigoton enemy forces. Strategic Gaming – Patapon delivers a strong element of strategy by requiring players to properly customize and build up the Patapon army, arm each soldier with particular weapons and armor, and position them correctly for battle. Mission Variety – Take part in more than 30 specific missions including hunting, escort, and boss battles, and explore numerous vivid environments along the way. Players will discover and access more than 100 items and weapons throughout the adventure. Unique Art Style – French graphic artist Rolito, noted for his abstract art style seen in collectible toys, animation, and websites, lends his skills to create a variety of unique characters and environments, bringing the Patapon world to life. Mini-Games – Five music-based mini-games allow players to earn bonuses and upgrades to further customize the Patapon warriors. Music – Captivating and dramatic original music builds dynamically as players march and encounter enemy battles throughout each level. To read IGN’s review of Patapon, click here.
Puzzle Guzzle
Sony Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Like any good puzzle game, Puzzle Guzzle quickly turns from an entertaining pastime to a vexing challenge that is extremely addictive. As the pieces appear faster and faster, and in even more complicated patterns, players can go from trying to finish a level to simply trying to stay alive. For an even greater test of multi-lateral thinking skills, Puzzle Guzzle can be played competitively against a friend to see whose mind is quicker on the draw.
Ace Combat 6 Downloads
Xbox 360 Games :: Friday, March 07, 2008
Now available on Marketplace, these six new plane variants for Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation feature classic squadron themes from previous entries in the Ace Combat series and several original designs.
Überclok Ion: Custom built fragging goodness
Bjorn 3d :: Wednesday, March 05, 2008
So you like to play games; a lot of games. You want a powerful machine but just don’t have the time to research all the different parts. You also prefer to have a company standing behind you in the case something goes wrong. You’ve been to the popular boutique builders and you quickly realize if you are going to game on one of their systems you will probably need that arm and leg they are asking for. So what do you do and where do you turn? Here at Bjorn3D we recognize that not everyone wants to build their own machine. Some people prefer to order one and be done with it. For those of you that just want to game on some of the latest hardware and have it pushed to the absolute limits have I got a treat for you. To help usher in a new era of system reviews here at Bjorn 3D is with a lot of excitement that I introduce to you Überclok and their ION gaming machine. Don’t worry if you have never heard of Überclok because they are a new to the field but when you hear what they offer you will feel right at home.
Bully Scholarship Edition (Xbox 360)
Gaming Heaven :: Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Rockstar are renowned for creating controversial games. When Bully was released on the Playstation 2 about 18 months ago it received positive reviews but for some reason was ignored by a huge section of the mass public. Was it perhaps just not controversial enough ?
Microsoft Reclusa Gaming Keyboard Review
Tweaknews :: Tuesday, March 04, 2008
“Overall, I have to say that the Razer based Microsoft Reclusa is a solid constructed piece of computer hardware that should be permanently placed on your desktop for many years with little to no problems.”
The Club PS3 Review
Tweak Town :: Tuesday, March 04, 2008
TTGamer have today posted a review of The Club for the PS3. While this title isn’t necessarily groundbreaking, the simple approach to action gaming offered should not be ignored.