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| Kane & Lynch 2 has gamer as Lynch, set in Shanghai, online co-op | |
| Posted: 20.11.2009 05:58 by Technet2k | Comments: 3 |
 Some more details of Kane & Lynch 2 have escaped Square Enix, they own Eidos don't forget, and so we now know we play as Lynch.
It also appears to be set in Shanghai, the "perfect playground for expat criminals" to make huge money. It will support online co-op play. | |
| Capcom: Dark Void movie to be handled by star Brad Pitt's Plan B | |
| Posted: 20.11.2009 05:18 by Technet2k | Comments: 4 |
 Plan B Entertainment, that's Brad Pitt's production company, will be dealing with all that Hollywood silver-screen stuff for Dark Void.
This is Capcom's latest IP which is due out next year on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC. It's all sci-fi with aliens, jetpacks and the Bermuda triangle. | |
| B:BC2 - Battlefield Moments Episode 2 Trailer | |
| Posted: 19.11.2009 10:28 by Jamie Davey | Comments: 0 |
 EA has released the Battlefield Moments Episode 2 Trailer for Battlefield: Bad Company 2. It features over a minute and a half of gameplay footage from the Arica Harbor map. View it here. | |
| Pandemic's closure "right decision" by EA, posts an ex-developer | |
| Posted: 19.11.2009 06:23 by Technet2k | Comments: 3 |
 Over on NeoGAF, a posted who claims to be an ex-Pandemic says it was all the studio managements fault, they were "given free reign".
Execs "dropped the ball" they continued, with the studio upkeep high but recent products "weren't up to snuff". The Saboteur 'sent to die' by EA. | |
| IO Interactive confirms development of Kane and Lynch 2 for PS3, Xbox 360 and PC | |
| Posted: 18.11.2009 08:42 by Jamie Davey | Comments: 3 |
 IO Interactive confirmed today that Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days is in development for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC with a release in 2010. | |
| Ubisoft unveil Uplay, a cross-platform system for in-game rewards | |
| Posted: 18.11.2009 04:45 by Technet2k | Comments: 2 |
 Assassin's Creed II is the first Ubi title to feature Uplay support, which means actions and accomplishments earn "Win Units" to be spent. It's like a micro-transaction shop but the points are earned from playing the games, which can then be used to buy "exclusive in-game content". | |
| 3D Dot Game Heroes gets US date, will release on PS3 in May 2010 | |
| Posted: 17.11.2009 06:20 by Technet2k | Comments: 1 |
 While it's available in Japan on PS3 already, From Software's retro-style 3D Dot Game Heroes is to arrive on US shores next year in May.
Impatient Europeans can of course import the title, thanks to region-free. The game is a loving nod to great action-adventures out there. | |
| Gearbox confess they rejected Blade Runner, "we couldda had it" | |
| Posted: 17.11.2009 05:14 by Technet2k | Comments: 6 |
 Developer Gearbox Software has said how they could have made a Blade Runner game, but frankly it would cost huge and paid little.
Boss Randy Pitchford said "that one failed" business wise, they'd likely spend around $25m developing it but wouldn't "make it back." | |
| Sucker Punch want inFamous 2 "on-line component", reads job ad | |
| Posted: 17.11.2009 05:03 by Technet2k | Comments: 2 |
 It's either twitter or job ads that mostly blab game secrets these days. A job listing for Sucker Punch hints at multiplayer for the sequel.
It's for their "forthcoming AAA title," which voice actor David Sullivan has already twittered, more or less, as the electric inFamous 2. | |
| Assassin's Creed 2 has Splinter Cell "instant download" promotion | |
| Posted: 17.11.2009 04:26 by Technet2k | Comments: 2 |
 At first it was believed that every Xbox 360 Assassin's Creed 2 included a demo for Splinter Cell: Conviction, or at least a code to download it.
Sorry that's not the case. In fact the card inside the box doesn't mention 'demo' anywhere, only that a "free instant download" can be yours. | |
| Saboteur system requirements revealed | |
| Posted: 16.11.2009 12:35 by Jamie Davey | Comments: 3 |
 Pandemic has revealed the system requirements for The Saboteur, an upcoming open-world stealth action shooter set during World of War 2, which will be released in December for PC, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. | |
| Konami announces classic Metal Gear Solid for Euriopean PSN | |
| Posted: 16.11.2009 11:57 by Jamie Davey | Comments: 10 |
 Konami Entertainment has announced that it will release the classic PSone version of Metal Gear Solid via the PlayStation Network on November 19th, priced £7.99. Hailed as an all-time classic and one of the most influential video games of modern times, Metal Gear Solid marked the series’ first move into a fully 3D play area, and established Hideo Kojima as an iconic talent. | |
| Alan Wake gameplay clips surface, reclusive title enters spotlight | |
| Posted: 16.11.2009 06:52 by Technet2k | Comments: 2 |
 Developer Remedy has kept Alan Wake very close to its chest, almost rivalling Rockstar Games for super game secrecy; thankfully no more.
Five separate gameplay footage clips have posted on the Internet, showing some juicy Alan Wake moments for fans. It releases in May, 2010. | |
| Eidos include video capture for PS3 Just Cause 2, can upload clips | |
| Posted: 16.11.2009 06:16 by Technet2k | Comments: 4 |
 The completely over-the-top antics of Just Cause 2 have just gotten sweeter for PS3 gamers, because they can share those antics. Developer Avalanche has included an auto-record for the last 30 seconds, or manual 10 minute captures - all can upload to YouTube. | |
| Houser: City first then characters for GTA V, 1000 page script likely | |
| Posted: 16.11.2009 05:52 by Technet2k | Comments: 2 |
 Rockstar's Dan Houser has given the first official admission of Grand Theft Auto V in the works, saying they'll choose a city first before anything.
Once the urban star is cast, "then the characters" get brought in. Houser reveals he'll be co-writing a whopping script of around 1000 pages. | |
| DLC achievements spotted for PC GTAIV, Rockstar staying hushed | |
| Posted: 12.11.2009 04:37 by Technet2k | Comments: 3 |
 The latest PC update for Grand Theft Auto IV has arrived and with it have come achievements for the first DLC episode released.
The Lost and Damned is now believed to be free of obligation to Xbox 360, and can at least extend to PC versions. PS3 unlikely, but possible. | |
| God of War II's lead QA tester gives fans hints to score Gold trophy | |
| Posted: 11.11.2009 06:48 by Technet2k | Comments: 1 |
 Stephen Peterson was Lead QA Tester for God of War II, and Sony have been kind enough to show us how the pros handle some Kratos.
Peterson gives out hints on how to achieve the '15 Min Fight Scene' Gold trophy, available for the second game in the God of War Collection. | |
| Saw not some "knock-off cash-in" shouts Konami, to be "vital part" | |
| Posted: 11.11.2009 06:37 by Technet2k | Comments: 3 |
 Konami have big plans and "very high hopes" for Saw the videogame, they want it seen as "a vital part of the Saw saga," like the films are.
Actor Tobin Bell, who stars in the movies, "adds a level of authenticity" along with the deadly and "suitably grisly" puzzles. It's out Nov. 20th. | |
| Assassin's Creed II has "strong sexual overtones," with mini-game | |
| Posted: 11.11.2009 05:49 by Technet2k | Comments: 5 |
 Ubisoft are turning up the racy affairs with Assassin's Creed 2, offering if you will some hot coffee of its own. Gamers can play a mini-game.
This mini-game is one of "seduction" according to ESRB ratings, which includes buttons for kissing and dress removal - you scamp Ezio. | |
| Sony running "most wanted" playlist poll, Uncharted 2 multiplayer | |
| Posted: 11.11.2009 05:22 by Technet2k | Comments: 1 |
 It's time for fans of Uncharted 2 to do their bit for democracy and vote for their favourite modes up as candidates for "future playlists".
This is the Sony Europe poll as Naughty Dog is running their own. There's Crushing for all types or just deathmatch, plunder, and more. | |
