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Sony unveils Cold Front DLC for SOCOM: Confrontation, it's snowy
Some new downloadable content is en route to SOCOM: Confrontation, with Sony announcing it will release with new weapons, maps, characters, music, trophies, modes.
It adds a Russian/Eastern European operations area, and a new Arms Race gameplay mode. Expect some top notch "snow effects, snow gear, and thermal vision" when it arrives.
It adds a Russian/Eastern European operations area, and a new Arms Race gameplay mode. Expect some top notch "snow effects, snow gear, and thermal vision" when it arrives.
BioShock 2 has gameplay reveal Thursday, rapturous news for fans
Posted: 19.10.2009 by Technet2k
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This week's episode of GTTV with Geoff Keighley has got underwater action from BioShock 2, and will be airing lots of "new single player info and footage" to viewers and more.
Aside from the shots of gameplay, we'll also be introduced to new characters. The second game has the player as the very first 'Big Daddy', and releases worldwide on February 9th 2010.
Aside from the shots of gameplay, we'll also be introduced to new characters. The second game has the player as the very first 'Big Daddy', and releases worldwide on February 9th 2010.
Moore: Core videogames business "burning", a decade from digital
Posted: 19.10.2009 by Technet2k
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EA Sports man Peter Moore has warned others that staying on the current platform you will "face certain death," but now more are choosing "probable death" with disc and digital.
This "hybrid model" of physical and digital is becoming the norm, with "more and more" content in the 'cloud'. We're likely a decade from a "goodbye to physical discs," predicts Moore.
This "hybrid model" of physical and digital is becoming the norm, with "more and more" content in the 'cloud'. We're likely a decade from a "goodbye to physical discs," predicts Moore.
Uncharted 2's greatness 'not possible' without PS3 tech, dev talent
Posted: 16.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Naughty Dog's Evan Wells has said their latest Uncharted entry would be "a very different game" if it wasn't for the Cell processor and Blu-ray capacity of the PlayStation 3.
Differences between Xbox 360 and PS3 games are "much more to do" with the talents of the developer though, not the hardware. Great coders and artists make "a great game."
Differences between Xbox 360 and PS3 games are "much more to do" with the talents of the developer though, not the hardware. Great coders and artists make "a great game."
Europe sullen with news from Sony, no God of War III demo in 2009
Posted: 16.10.2009 by Technet2k
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The dreams of PS3 gamers in Europe have been bludgeoned a little as Sony confirms that no God of War III demo will be reaching our territories this side of Christmas, just Japan.
Currently those who've purchased inFamous in Japan have also received a promotion code that can be redeemed from November 19th, to download the demo from the PlayStation Store.
Currently those who've purchased inFamous in Japan have also received a promotion code that can be redeemed from November 19th, to download the demo from the PlayStation Store.
Zen unveil "true-to-life" miniature golf with Planet Minigolf for PSN
Posted: 16.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Developer Zen Studios has announced their latest PSN title to be 'Planet Minigolf', where players can swing their clubs in pursuit of realistic mini golf, thanks to pinball expertise.
Their "battle-tested ball-physics" from their ZEN Pinball series has helped create Planet Minigolf. The PSN title has up to "144 unique holes" packed with various "unusual hazards".
Their "battle-tested ball-physics" from their ZEN Pinball series has helped create Planet Minigolf. The PSN title has up to "144 unique holes" packed with various "unusual hazards".
Alpha Protocol is officially delayed, Sega push RPG to "Spring 2010"
Posted: 16.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Obsidian Entertainment's action-RPG Alpha Protocol was scheduled to be imminently with us, but then retailers went and started slapping a 2010 date on it. Sega finally speaks.
The publisher confirms the game no longer has a home in '09, and it'll instead be releasing in spring 2010. Obsidian "very happy" it has been delayed to give it the "best chance" next year.
The publisher confirms the game no longer has a home in '09, and it'll instead be releasing in spring 2010. Obsidian "very happy" it has been delayed to give it the "best chance" next year.
Gearbox announce Borderlands first DLC, it's got zombie trouble
Posted: 16.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Next week for Xbox 360 and PS3, Gearbox's colourful Borderlands will launch and then it arrives for PC gamers the week after that. The first DLC piece has just been tattled on.
It'll involve a whole region swarming with zombies, where the player will have to help out a Dr. Zed. Quests are about trying to "cure the inhabitants" of this unfortunate turn of events.
It'll involve a whole region swarming with zombies, where the player will have to help out a Dr. Zed. Quests are about trying to "cure the inhabitants" of this unfortunate turn of events.
Greenberg: Xbox 360 to outsell PS3 this year, "entire generation"
Posted: 16.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Microsoft's Aaron Greenberg concedes that the NPD figures will likely show a valiant PS3 sales from September, which is "not a real surprise" to them or the industry egg heads.
It's typical to see "short term bump" after a hardware cut. They"remain confident" that the Xbox 360 will outsell PS3 this calendar, also "for this entire generation." It's like baseball.
It's typical to see "short term bump" after a hardware cut. They"remain confident" that the Xbox 360 will outsell PS3 this calendar, also "for this entire generation." It's like baseball.
Special offers dominate this week's bare PlayStation Store update
Posted: 16.10.2009 by Technet2k
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The PlayStation Store update for this week in Europe is a little sparse on the goods, but Sony have at least crammed in 10 items on special offer to try and make up for it.
True you might not be moved by PS One's The Little Mermaid II at just GBP 2.39, but it's the thought that counts. WipEout HD Fury can be bought, and Creat's Mushroom Wars is live.
True you might not be moved by PS One's The Little Mermaid II at just GBP 2.39, but it's the thought that counts. WipEout HD Fury can be bought, and Creat's Mushroom Wars is live.
Capcom cuts price for Versus mode on Resident Evil 5
Posted: 16.10.2009 by JamieSI
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Capcom has informed Strategy Informer that it's slashing the price for the Resident Evil 5 "Versus Mode" to £2.39 / €2.99 across Europe.
This special discount will only be available until next Thursday 22nd October.
This special discount will only be available until next Thursday 22nd October.
Meatier 250GB PS3 Slim hits US November 3rd, already in Europe
Posted: 16.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Sony has announced that the larger 250Gb PS3 Slim model will be available to US gamers early next month. It has the same "look, feel and features" as the other one on sale now.
This newly launching PS3 Slim is price tagged at $349.99, and its been in the shops since the beginning of this month for European gamers. This is for the "ultimate digital consumer".
This newly launching PS3 Slim is price tagged at $349.99, and its been in the shops since the beginning of this month for European gamers. This is for the "ultimate digital consumer".
Crytek showcase new CryEngine 3 movie, pixels weeping with joy
Posted: 15.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Crysis developer Crytek have completed their most diabolical creation to date, and it's not even a game. Their CryEngine 3 has a new demonstration video, and it's... just, heaven.
Crytek say it's the "best development solution" for both "today and tomorrow." The only one out there that enables "real-time development." It's all suited up as 'next gen ready'; looks it!
Crytek say it's the "best development solution" for both "today and tomorrow." The only one out there that enables "real-time development." It's all suited up as 'next gen ready'; looks it!
Kojima "really considering" Zone of the Enders, may start planning
Posted: 15.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima can't hide his affection for Zone of the Enders, and says it's "top of the list" in his mind, though he really wants to work an original title project next.
It would be "too late" to think about a sequel after Peacewalker and Rising, so Kojima-san will "probably have to plan before" they end. He'd likely take the "producer side" of things.
It would be "too late" to think about a sequel after Peacewalker and Rising, so Kojima-san will "probably have to plan before" they end. He'd likely take the "producer side" of things.
Call of Duty 1 on XBLA and PSN closer, 12 Achievements revealed
Posted: 15.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Developer Infinity Ward plan on celebrating the Call of Duty series by releasing the original game they made onto Xbox Live Arcade and the PlayStation Network. It's almost here.
While no date has been set for its release, a dozen Achievements totalling 200 Gamerscore points have been outed. The arcade title is free for purchasers of the costly Prestige Edition.
While no date has been set for its release, a dozen Achievements totalling 200 Gamerscore points have been outed. The arcade title is free for purchasers of the costly Prestige Edition.
GT5's scale "just dizzying," dev pushing "way beyond" expectation
Posted: 15.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Polyphony Digital's Kazunori Yamauchi, creator of Gran Turismo, has confirmed they're wrapping up the last bits of development, but "daily progress is slow" due to its scale.
All Gran Turismo 5's basic elements are done, they just going over to give that "bit extra" right now. Polyphony could release "any time we want" but he wants that "classic GT-style".
All Gran Turismo 5's basic elements are done, they just going over to give that "bit extra" right now. Polyphony could release "any time we want" but he wants that "classic GT-style".
EA Sports' Madden NFL Arcade this December, for XBLA and PSN
Posted: 15.10.2009 by Technet2k
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The NFL rulebook has been edited with crayon as EA Tiburon, the team behind Madden NFL 10, got bored with all those pitch regulations and so bring fans arcade mayhem.
In this 5-a-side and visually distinctive NFL game, players don't have field goals or even penalties to consider. Game Changers have also been added, which mess with opponents.
In this 5-a-side and visually distinctive NFL game, players don't have field goals or even penalties to consider. Game Changers have also been added, which mess with opponents.
LEGO to Rock Band our world November 27th, UK date confirmed
Posted: 15.10.2009 by Technet2k
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Developer Traveller's Tales, now experts of all things LEGO, teamed up with Rock Band's Harmonix and have been hard at work infusing plastic bricks and studs with music.
LEGO Rock Band, which features family-friendly tunes, will be releasing in the UK on November 27th for Xbox 360, PS3, Wii and DS. Rock VIPS have been thoroughly Lego-ised.
LEGO Rock Band, which features family-friendly tunes, will be releasing in the UK on November 27th for Xbox 360, PS3, Wii and DS. Rock VIPS have been thoroughly Lego-ised.
Japanese PS3 gamers get God of War III demo on November 19th
Posted: 15.10.2009 by Technet2k
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As part of a promotion for inFamous in Japan, the game includes a promotional code given out by Sony that can be redeemed from November 19th on the PlayStation Store.
This code gives very lucky gamers access to the God of War III demo, but such gifts only exist in Japan for now. There's been no word on a US or European demo date for Kratos.
This code gives very lucky gamers access to the God of War III demo, but such gifts only exist in Japan for now. There's been no word on a US or European demo date for Kratos.
Codemasters has "very ambitious" Operation Flashpoint DLC plans
Posted: 15.10.2009 by Technet2k
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The first downloadable content for Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising is due in "a matter of weeks," and the developers are trying out all sorts for the future. Perfect for expansion.
Codemasters' Sion Lenton confirms there will be "weapons packs, map packs" coming for sure, as a release is now "just the beginning" thanks to DLC. They're "already prototyping" more.
Codemasters' Sion Lenton confirms there will be "weapons packs, map packs" coming for sure, as a release is now "just the beginning" thanks to DLC. They're "already prototyping" more.
Posted: 19.10.2009 by Technet2k
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