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Assassins Creed 3 Rise Trailer in HD quality
Here’s a look at the Assassins Creed 3 “Rise” trailer in HD quality. Ubisoft will release Assassins Creed 3 on October 30, 2012 for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Mass Effect 3 extended cut released for PC, PS3, Xbox
If you’re a Mass Effect fan you’ll be excited to know the Mass Effect 3: Extended Cut has been released for PS3 owers. Just in case you missed the news last week, the free extended cut…
NBA 2K13 Dynasty Edition puts the rock in your hands
If your hopes for the forthcoming NBA2K13 (PS3, Xbox 360) are high enough to pre-order, you might as well go all out with the Dynasty Edition. For $99.99, you’ll receive a snazzy Spalding basketball decked out in some funky art; Skullcandy earbuds; basketball-textured controller skin; and add-on content for the big-selling hoops game due in October.
PS Move Racing Wheel detailed video preview
From Sony, here’s a detailed preview of the PlayStation Move Racing Wheel which when paired with the PS Move is a completely functional unit that offers precise mechanics for racing games. The PS Move Racing Wheel…
NBA 2K13 gives cover to Kevin Durant, Blake Griffin, and Derrick Rose
The bubbly has barely dried on Chris Bosh’s neck, and already the folks at 2K Sports are talking about next season. NBA2K13 will feature a trio of the league’s brightest young stars on its cover when the big-selling basketball sim drops this October. Oklahoma’s Kevin Durant, Chicago’s Derrick Rose, and Blake Griffin of the L.A. Clippers will share the honors.
Sony to push PS3/PS Vita cross platform features
Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) announced the company will push cross platform compatibility between PS3 and PS Vita gaming systems. According to Sony, the cross platform features will include collaborative gameplay and the ability to use the PS…
Star Wars 1313 video game announced by LucasArts
Star Wars 1313 is an upcoming game from LucasArts that is geared more towards an adult audience (although you can imagine youngsters will be dying to get their hands on it). The game will take players into the underworld of Star Wars,
In stores today: ‘Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Future Soldier’
With all due apologies to Mario Tennis Open, this week’s big game release has to be Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Future Soldier ($59.99, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3). Ubisoft’s long-awaited follow-up to 2006′s Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter lets you get your hands on more than 50 weapons as you track down high-value terror targets in eight spots around the globe. Of course multiplayer is also a big part of the experience, and Future Solider offers four game modes, ten maps and multiple classes to stretch your dollars out for months to come.
‘Aliens: Colonial Marines’ new trailer released
SEGA/Gearbox have released a new trailer for Aliens: Colonial Marines. The trailer is dubbed “Suspense,” making reference to the tense and scary environment that made Aliens a classic sci-fi environment. In ‘Colonial Marines,’ you play the…
‘Max Payne 3′ official launch trailer released
Rockstar Games has released the official launch trailer for Max Payne 3 due to hit shelves on Tuesday, May 15. Max Payne 3 was developed by Rockstar Vancouver for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Pre-order…
First ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 2′ trailer released
Here it is, the first look at what will be the biggest selling game of the year when it releases 11-13-12. This first trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 shows St. Frank Woods from the first game now as a weathered old coot bemoaning the fact that technology keeps trying to trump man’s fighting spirit. Anyone else getting some very heavy Metal Gear Solid 4 vibes from this?
‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 2′ revealed, set in near future
A few hours before Activision wanted to go public with it, the news has leaked about the next Call of Duty game. Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 appears set for a November 13 release, and despite the first game taking place in the 1960s, the sequel will find the warfare has moved to the future. The early info came from the game’s UK site, which has now been swamped, but the full reveal will take place tonight with a trailer during the NBA playoffs.
‘God of War: Ascension’ to include multiplayer
We’re getting some juicy new nuggets about the recently announced God of War: Ascension, with the main one being the inclusion of multiplayer for the first time ever in a God of War game. Game director Todd Papy talked in length (see video here) this morning about the changes he and his Sony Santa Monica Studios team are making to the PlayStation franchise, including adapting the game engine for eight-player matches on five to seven maps. Series star Kratos will not be playable online, but of course he’s the focus of the single player campaign, as this prequel seeks to shed light on just why he became so angry.
‘God of War Ascension’ announced for PS3
Sony has officially announced God of War: Ascension after this teaser trailer leaked last night. Game director Todd Papy took to the PlayStation Blog today to reveal precious few details about the next chapter in Kratos’ book of badassery, but he does mention April 30 as the next date when more info will be available via Facebook.
’007 Legends’ game relives James Bond classics
MGM has officially announced 007 Legends, an upcoming video game for Xbox 360 and PS3 that will let you relive six classic James Bond moments. Weapons in 007 Legends include Bond’s famous Walther PPK, as well as trademark MI6 gadgets and vehicles.
Rockstar’s ‘Max Payne 3′ Bullet Time trailer
Here’s a look at Rockstar Games’ Max Payne 3 “Bullet Time” trailer. The trailer runs about 3-minutes long and shows plenty of footage of the former NYC detective Max Payne who finds himself battling gangs in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Max Payne 3 is set to release for PS3 and Xbox 360 on May 15, 2012.
Devil May Cry ‘Captivate’ trailer released
Capcom has released a new trailer for Devil May Cry (dubbed DmC). In the trailer, there’s plenty of Dante footage revealed…in fact plenty of Dante…as he’s nude for half the trailer. The new footage looks great…
Amazon Instant Video now on PS3, finally
It’s been a long haul for PS3 owners who want to watch Amazon Instant Video on their gaming console. But finally, Amazon has launched an app for the service. Prime Members get the most out of this app, with the ability to stream about 17,000 titles from the Amazon library.
‘Journey’ blazes new PSN sales record, soundtrack on the way
No, Steve Perry and the gang haven’t had a resurgence of their 1983 Atari game, this Journey ($14.99, PS3) is a downloadable gem for the PlayStation Network that has now set the record for the fastest-selling PSN game of all time. Winning rave reviews from critics (currently a 92 average on Metacritic), this highly artistic effort is being praised for its new take on multiplayer gaming, beautiful environments, and moving score. Speaking of that, Journey’s developer, thatgamecompany, has announced the soundtrack will be available on the PS Store and iTunes starting of April 10, followed by a CD release.
Save $40 on a PS3 today at Amazon
Still wondering what this whole God of War thing is all about? You can find out by taking the PlayStation 3 plunge today at Amazon and pay just $249.99 for the 320GB system. The Gold Box Deal of the Day saves you $40 off the regular price. As Brad Pitt once said, “What’s in the box?!” Well, for one thing, there’s no head of Gwyneth Paltrow, so that’s good. But you do get the slim version of the console, along with a Dualshock 3 wireless controller, detachable 320 GB HDD, AC power cord, AV cable and USB cable, Internet-ready built-in Wi-Fi, 2 USB ports and HDMI + Bravia Synch output for 1080p resolution and connectivity between other Sony HDMI products, and free PlayStation Network membership. Remember, besides getting a great gaming machine, you’re also scoring a 3D Blu-ray player.
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