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Sony launch "5 new minis" for play on PS3, to "re-publish" Dec. 17th
Five more PSP Minis have been added to the PS3 compatible list and are available on the PlayStation Store, but this Thursday is the big push.
On December 17th they'll "fully re-publish" the minis category, and detail which will work for PSP and PS3. Sony hope most will be ready by then.
On December 17th they'll "fully re-publish" the minis category, and detail which will work for PSP and PS3. Sony hope most will be ready by then.
Halo: Reach trailer introduces 'Noble Squad', has multiple Spartans
Posted: 14.12.2009 by Technet2k
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You won't be gunning it solo in Halo: Reach, going all 'lone wolf', according to the latest trailer from developer Bungie. You're in Noble Squad.
At least six Spartans will be kicking Covenant rear on the planet Reach, which a much more serious tone given from the teaser. Beta in spring.
At least six Spartans will be kicking Covenant rear on the planet Reach, which a much more serious tone given from the teaser. Beta in spring.
Braid on EU PlayStation Store this week, indie going for EUR 9.99
Posted: 14.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Finally the super indie game title Braid has reached all the well-to-do platforms, and in all the western hemisphere. It's already on US PSN.
Braid released for Xbox 360 last year, scoring huge praise. Hothead Games is leading the adaption for the PS3 - available in Euros Dec. 17th.
Braid released for Xbox 360 last year, scoring huge praise. Hothead Games is leading the adaption for the PS3 - available in Euros Dec. 17th.
ArmA II to get free DLC from Bohemia, patch 1.05 includes campaign
Posted: 14.12.2009 by Technet2k
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This month developer Bohemia Interactive will release patch 1.05 for Arma II, but it adds more than just bug fixes; it has two big goodies.
A mini-campaign called 'Eagle Wing' and a new gameplay mode 'When Diplomacy Fails'. This patch "reaffirms" the studio's commitment.
A mini-campaign called 'Eagle Wing' and a new gameplay mode 'When Diplomacy Fails'. This patch "reaffirms" the studio's commitment.
'Spec Ops: The Line' made official by 2K, set in post-disaster Dubai
Posted: 14.12.2009 by Technet2k
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For gamers next year, 'Spec Ops: The Line' from 2K will give us a sand storm, a rogue US officer and a disaster struck Dubai to deal with.
German studio Yager is developing the game, which looks to use a lot of physics, sand and unsavoury decisions to be made by players.
German studio Yager is developing the game, which looks to use a lot of physics, sand and unsavoury decisions to be made by players.
US Judge sides with Interplay, Bethesda injunction is slapped down
Posted: 14.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Bethesda isn't happy with previous Fallout owner Interplay, and tried to get them all tangled up in US law. Interplay though won the case.
What does that mean? Interplay can now keep selling the original Fallout titles and continue work on 'Project V13', the Fallout MMO. Justice!
What does that mean? Interplay can now keep selling the original Fallout titles and continue work on 'Project V13', the Fallout MMO. Justice!
Multiplayer beta to Halo: Reach is early next year, must have ODST
Posted: 14.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Microsoft has revealed to the glee of fans that the multiplayer beta, promised to Halo 3 ODST gamers, will be starting up in spring.
So if you want in on some online beta for Halo: Reach, you'd best make sure that ODST disc can still spin in the drive. No firm date yet.
So if you want in on some online beta for Halo: Reach, you'd best make sure that ODST disc can still spin in the drive. No firm date yet.
Rock Band's next is Green Day, sports their "most-defining albums"
Posted: 14.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Another special Rock Band is on its way to the masses, and this time it's those US punk guys from Green Day. It's out 2010 for 360, PS3 and Wii.
They're excited to be in a game "spanning our entire career," said Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong. Fans can "feel what it's like" apparently.
They're excited to be in a game "spanning our entire career," said Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong. Fans can "feel what it's like" apparently.
RedLynx give 'Trials HD BIG Pack' details, 35 new tracks included
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Trials HD is the delightful physics-based motorcycling creation from developer RedLynx, and now they've spilled beans on the BIG Pack DLC.
It's due out December 23rd on Xbox Live, for 400 MSP. It adds in total 12 medium, 9 hard and 2 extreme tiered challenges for fans.
It's due out December 23rd on Xbox Live, for 400 MSP. It adds in total 12 medium, 9 hard and 2 extreme tiered challenges for fans.
Sony confirm 'Gem' was "early code name" for PS3 motion tech pad
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Recently it was EA's top man, John Riccitiello, which blurted out the name 'Gem' when talking about the PS3 motion tech coming 2010.
Sony quickly said no official name has yet been revealed, and now at least confirms it isn't 'Gem'. Not saying "final name at this point."
Sony quickly said no official name has yet been revealed, and now at least confirms it isn't 'Gem'. Not saying "final name at this point."
SOCOM: Confrontation 1.60 patch gives new stuff "and features"
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Sony has gone live with the latest patch for SOCOM: Confrontation, which adds new stuff to the game "entirely free" for all players - how nice.
It packs "a massive amount" of new content says SCEA's Mark Rogers. New special forces, with new weapons and tweaks. 'Cold Front' DLC soon.
It packs "a massive amount" of new content says SCEA's Mark Rogers. New special forces, with new weapons and tweaks. 'Cold Front' DLC soon.
Blizz unleash revamped Hell on Diablo II, patch 1.13 up for beta test
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Just because your game is nine years old doesn't mean patches have to stop, that's the moral from developer Blizzard. Diablo II is a beast.
It's still going strong all these years, and to reflect that, Blizz has 'done something' to the Hell difficulty; fans are "hereby warned once again".
It's still going strong all these years, and to reflect that, Blizz has 'done something' to the Hell difficulty; fans are "hereby warned once again".
Greenberg: Nothing "will compare in size" to Halo: Reach in 2010
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Microsoft's Aaron Greenberg has dissed all other entries, declaring that Halo: Reach will own that coveted "biggest game of 2010" mantle.
Not even Polyphony's GT5 for PS3? Greenberg's seen "years and years of mini-games" from them, but nothing big and meaty he quips.
Not even Polyphony's GT5 for PS3? Greenberg's seen "years and years of mini-games" from them, but nothing big and meaty he quips.
BioWare unveil top sci-fi voice cast for Mass Effect 2, full of stars
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Developer BioWare has cast their voice-actor net wide, and snagged a number of sci-fi top notchers. They've got Michael 'Worf' Dorn in it!
They've also landed Chuck's Yvonne Strahovski and Adam Baldwin. Battlestar Galactica's Michael 'Saul Tigh' Hogan and Tricia Helfer too.
They've also landed Chuck's Yvonne Strahovski and Adam Baldwin. Battlestar Galactica's Michael 'Saul Tigh' Hogan and Tricia Helfer too.
PS3's US sale surge gone, Xbox 360 retakes lead shows NPD stats
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Woohoo, it's time for number crunching again. Okay calm down, it's not *that* exciting. According to the wizards at NPD, the PS3 has fallen.
...in sales that is. The Sony console is back behind their rival's platform, by over 100k units. Nintendo Wii still declared "best-selling console".
...in sales that is. The Sony console is back behind their rival's platform, by over 100k units. Nintendo Wii still declared "best-selling console".
Sony offer update on God of War III with devs, "still set for March"
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Are you worried that God of War III could suddenly be delayed? Tired of jerking awake, screaming in terror its lighting won't be 'sparkled up'?
Fear not, Sony has posted a quick status update from Sony Santa Monica. It's a video interview letting us know it's a-okay. No screw ups.
Fear not, Sony has posted a quick status update from Sony Santa Monica. It's a video interview letting us know it's a-okay. No screw ups.
EA sounds off "most profitable" 2010 franchises, DLC has big part
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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John Riccitiello is boss of EA, and he's been speaking at the 37th Annual Global Media Conference, mentioning their big hitters for 2010.
Who made the list? Medal of Honor, Dead Space 2, Crysis 2, Skate 3, plus EA Sports offerings like FIFA, Madden and Tiger Woods.
Who made the list? Medal of Honor, Dead Space 2, Crysis 2, Skate 3, plus EA Sports offerings like FIFA, Madden and Tiger Woods.
Xbox Live's winter marketplace schedule gets posted by the Major
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Major Nelson has given us the calendar for Xbox Live Marketplace action this winter, including Deals, Xbox Live Arcade and GOD.
Also they'll be starting a fresh "Holiday Deal"everyday from December 18th till the 29th, which they're "not posting" in advance - crafty.
Also they'll be starting a fresh "Holiday Deal"everyday from December 18th till the 29th, which they're "not posting" in advance - crafty.
Borderlands 2nd DLC is 'Madd Moxxi's Underdome Riot', Dec. 29th
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Gearbox has revealed the second helping of DLC for Borderlands, adding "an entirely new game mode" with 'Madd Moxxi's Underdome Riot'.
It offers three new Riot Mode arenas, two additional skill-points and an all-new bank for storing that precious loot. On 360 this month's end.
It offers three new Riot Mode arenas, two additional skill-points and an all-new bank for storing that precious loot. On 360 this month's end.
PlayStation Store's weekly update here, its got Call of Duty Classic
Posted: 11.12.2009 by Technet2k
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Why not hark back to the days of the first Call of Duty? It's finally available for the PlayStation 3, so put down that shiny new Modern Warfare 2.
PixelJunk Shooter is also on the shelf, along with some price snipped Killzone 2 DLC. Fairytale Fights lands a demo, but not in Germany.
PixelJunk Shooter is also on the shelf, along with some price snipped Killzone 2 DLC. Fairytale Fights lands a demo, but not in Germany.
Posted: 14.12.2009 by Technet2k
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