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Behind The Times: Wii To Get Rock Band DLC On Discs
2008-05-06 01:46:00
A lack of storage "can't stop the [downloadable] rock" from hitting Nintendo Wii and PlayStation 2 versions of Rock Band , says MTV Games.In an effort to bypass the lack of storage space found on both Wii and PS2 for downloading additional game content, MTV Games on Monday announced the "Rock Band Track Pack Volume 1," available July 15 for $29.99 smackers.The retail disc bundles 20 songs previously made available as $1.99 single downloads to both PS3 and Xbox 360 owners, which you probably already know, are privy to ample hard drive space. Track Pack Vol. 1 includes:30 Seconds to Mars The KillAll American Rejects Move AlongBlink - 182 All the Small ThingsBoston More Than a FeelingDavid Bowie Moonage DaydreamFaith No More We Care A LotGrateful Dead Truckin'The Hives Die, All Right!KISS Calling Dr. LoveLynyrd Skynyrd Gimme' Three StepsNine Inch Nails March of the PigsOasis Live ForeverParamore CrushcrushcrushThe Police Synchronicity IIQueens of the Stone Age Little SisterRamones Te...
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Activision To Skip E3 This Year, But Still Be Present
2008-05-05 01:56:00
The world's largest third-party game publisher will not be attending E3 this July, but they'll be in LA just the same hawking their own games at an outside press event."After careful consideration, for business reasons Activision has decided not to participate in any official E3 activities," Activision said in a statement to Gaming Nexus on Thursday. "We wish the ESA best of luck with the show."GameDaily confirmed the news with the ESA a day later on Friday. "While the Entertainment Software Association remains the preeminent voice for U.S. computer and video game publishers, we can confirm that Activision and Vivendi Games opted to discontinue their membership," said Rich Taylor, an ESA official.The news comes as E3 tries to reinvent itself for the second time in as many years. The event was scaled down in 2007 after major publishers like Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony expressed disappointment in the rising cost and poor return on investment when considering the internet as a plat...
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Rockstar Declines Comment On PC Grand Theft Auto IV
2008-05-05 01:47:00
PC gamers holding out hope for Grand Theft Auto IV will have to hold it a little longer. Come out with the PC version and yourhands up! On Wednesday, Rockstar greeted inquiries about a PC version of the insanely popular console title Grand Theft Auto IV with an industry standard -- and no doubt disheartening -- "no comment."The no comment arrived after CVG pumped the developer for more information on a January report from French retailers. Originally, that report speculated that GTA IV would launch for the PC in October. On Wednesday, German retailer City Disc posted a November 2008 release date, prompting the follow up from CVG.City Disc has since amended its listing to October 30, 2008, with the following translated copy: "The release date for GTA 4 for PC has not yet been confirmed by the Publisher, Take 2. The release date is not guaranteed and is open to change."It's a very GameStop way of doing things, and should be considered a placeholder until confirmation from Rockstar o...
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Nintendo Prez Iwata Scoffs At Wii Copycats
2008-05-05 01:26:00
Nintendo president Satoru Iwata knows all about those Xbox 360 motion sensing controller rumors, and he could care less. This image is pure comedy to Nintendo If Nintendo president Satoru Iwata is at all worried about the Xbox 360 motion sensing controller rumors, he wasn't showing it this week.In fact, if we at Sports Legends didn't know any better, in his latest interview on the subject he almost appeared to laugh off the rumors before moving on to talk Nintendo strategy.The comments came during an investors meeting on Thursday, and was transcribed by Develop Magazine."All I can say today is, it is not that easy to develop software which leverages the characteristics of the Wii Remote. We are not concerned about what other companies may do but rather more concerned with presenting them with new ideas to our customers based on the prospect that our existing customers will surely get tired of the plays enabled by Wii Remote if we do not try to improve the experience," Iwata said....
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Infogrames To Buy Rest Of Atari For $11 Million
2008-05-02 06:18:00
Infogrames Entertainment plans to buy the rest of beleaguered video games pioneer Atari for US$11 million, the companies said Wednesday.Infogrames, based in Lyon, France, owns 51.4 percent of Atari's stock. The merger will give Atari shareholders $1.68 per share in cash.The deal must be approved by shareholders. Atari plans to call a special meeting on the merger after July, the companies said. However, since Infogrames owns a majority of shares, it could push the deal forward without the approval of Atari's current shareholders.Infogrames said the merger will allow it to have more control over restructuring Atari to become a bigger player in the North American market. It will also loan Atari $20 million to keep its operations going until the deal is complete.Atari dominated the video game console market in the late 1970s and early 1980s with classic games such as Pong, Asteroids and Space Invaders. But game and console makers such as Nintendo and Sega later stole Atari's crown. ...
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Tough Times: Sagging Economy Could Force Console Price Cuts (But Not For Ni
2008-05-02 06:14:00
Still holding out on a console purchase because the price is too high? You'll have to wait until October for the PS3 and Xbox 360. Snip, snip here, Snip, there. Viola! $250 consoles for everyone! Contrary to previous reports, the struggling US economy could force Microsoft and Sony to drastically slash console prices if they wish to remain competitive in the market, analysts said today.Previously, it was speculated that the sagging US dollar meant Sony would be unable to reduce the price of the PlayStation 3.But Activision CEO Robert Kotick doesn't think that scenario will wash. In his comments to Reuters Wednesday, Kotick said everything from rising fuel costs to the housing slump will make it more difficult to purchase a $399 video game console.Over at Next Generation, games industry journalism go-to analyst Michael Pachter was inclined to agree--with a few caveats."Demand is really the key," Pachter said. "Bobby's comments suggest that the US recession would trigger a decline...
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Reports: Grand Theft Auto 4 Set To Beat Halo 3
2008-05-02 06:07:00
BREAKING: People like to buy Grand Theft Auto IV (!!) "I'll drop a Master Chief like a bag of dirt." According to a report published on Thursday by Hitwise, a firm that monitors internet search traffic, Grand Theft Auto IV is expected to "handily" outsell Halo 3 as one of the biggest video games in recent memory.Pre-launch searches for "Grand Theft Auto 4/IV" overtook those for Halo 3 by 22 percent, which historically equals greater sales, says Hitwise. Further corroborating the findings is a new estimate by VG Chartz released today, which reports that Grand Theft Auto IV sold an impressive 4.2 million worldwide copies on Tuesday.In fairness, Halo 3 (was and) is available for only one console, the Xbox 360, compared to Grand Theft Auto IV, which is available for both 360 and PlayStation 3. Suffice it to say both games have done very well, thank you.The Verdict:Though expected being a multiplatform game, it's fascinating to watch the mainstream world stop, take notice, and even co...

GTA IV Overtakes Shenmue As Most Expensive Game
2008-05-02 04:53:00
Grand Theft Auto IV's $100 budget makes it the most expensive video game ever created by man. Grand Theft Auto IV is the new expensive hotness With an all but confirmed $100 million budget and a development staff of 1,000 people, Grand Theft auto IV is the most expensive video game ever created by man.GTA IV producer Leslie Benzies mentioned the numbers as estimates in an interview with the Times Online. The GTA producer also pointed out that the 1,000 developers, designers, producers and other video game-related professionals worked on the game for more than three and a half years.The figures mean that GTA IV's development costs have taken over the first place spot for most expensive game ever created from Sega's Shenmue for the Dreamcast. That game had a more modest $70 million budget, but in its defense it lacked prostitutes, Russian nationals and a Statue of Happiness.Analysts have predicted that GTA IV could gross more than $400 million in its first week, which would also b...
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TIME Readers Pick Miyamoto As Most Influential Person Of 2008
2008-05-02 04:48:00
The beloved game designer won by a landslide in the recent TIME 100 reader poll, besting such celebrity figures like Stephen Colbert, Tiger Woods, Bono, Bill Gates, and David Beckham. Miyamoto holding a Wii Remote and Nunchuck (TIME Magzine) According to TIME, Miyamoto took first place with more than 2 million votes, 300,000 more than second place finisher, Rain, a Korean pop star. Stephen Colbert took third place with 900,000 votes.TIME praised the venerable Nintendo designer for his numerous contributions which include Mario, Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, and most recently, Wii Sports, Super Mario Galaxy, and the upcoming Wii Fit.Miyamoto, universally known as the "father of modern video games," began his career at Nintendo in 1977 as a staff artist. He has been quoted for saying, "a delayed game is eventually good, a bad game is bad forever."The Verdict:Thanks, Nintendo Defense Force! But thank you more for the great games, Miyamoto!Sports Legends Updates:Sports Legends TV U...
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It Does Exist! Duke Nukem Forever Gameplay Shines In Demo
2008-05-01 03:28:00
Shacknews got a half hour in-game demonstration of the elusive Duke Nukem Forever and they came away very impressed with what they saw. It's real, Jerry, and it's spectacular! Shacknews got a half hour with everyone's favorite vaporware title this month, and they came away--believe it or not--very impressed with what they saw.Writer Steve Gibson said the 30 minutes of in-game footage they saw from Duke Nukem Forever was completely interactive, and was "looking great." Gibson said the experience included confirmations of many of curator George Broussard's previous claims about the game."We actually got to see the truth of Duke curator George Broussard's many past claims, including environmental puzzles and interactivity, a host of finished weapons, the existence of an in-game forklift, and plenty of heads and arms being blown off," Gibson said. "We both confidently agree that after seeing this demonstration, Duke Nukem Forever is looking great, and will easily stand apart from ...
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Square Enix Launches Final Fantasy IV Website
2008-05-01 03:25:00
Fanboys only: At long last, Square Enix has quietly launched their North American website for the remake of Final Fantasy IV on Nintendo DS.Right now, the site only shows a detailed piece of artwork -- Cecil, Rosa, Kain, and the rest of the cast looking over a beautiful, sprawling valley -- along with an orchestrated musical rendition from FFIV's endearing soundtrack.The July 22 release of this DS title isn't far away, so it's not unreasonable to expect some timely site updates from Square Enix.For now, fans of the series can still brave through the strange moon language of the Japanese website, which is full of trailers, screenshots, and more content from the import version.Sports Legends Updates:Sports Legends TV Updates: Check Out Our Extensive List Of TV Shows & Movies! Some Are Still In Theaters! Be Sure To Request A Show Not Listed!Flash Arcade Updates: We Have Just Added Around 20 *NEW* Games For You To Play! Check It Out Today! The New Games Recently Added Are In 3D & H...
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Mainstream Criticism Of Grand Theft Auto IV Begins...
2008-05-01 03:20:00
As was the case with previous games in the series, activist groups, police, politicians, and surviving victims of violence criticized Grand Theft Auto IV on Wednesday, a day after the game was launched nationwide. If it's in the game, it's in the game. The Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) protested the game today saying, "drunk driving is a choice, a violent crime... [it] is not a game, and it is not a joke."Grand Theft Auto IV gives players the option to drive drunk after consuming digital alcohol, but the game suggests taking a cab after drinking with in-game buddies.Nevertheless, MADD has called upon the Entertainment Software Ratings Board to reclassify Grand Theft Auto IV as an Adults Only game, effectively banning the game from sale in the U.S. since neither Sony nor Microsoft allow the sale of AO games on their respective consoles in America.Nearly 13,500 people die in drunk driving crashes each year, with another half million injured in alcohol-related crashes, assert...
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God Of War 3 Team Hiring 'Online Gameplay' Developer
2008-05-01 03:15:00
A new PlayStation.com job listing posted on Tuesday suggests that Kratos' next adventure on PS3 will feature at least some kind of online play, as is the growing trend with most modern games. Kratos looking to hack and slash online The nascent job listing seeks an "online gameplay programmer" to join "the team behind the critically acclaimed God of War and God of War II." While it would mark a first for the series, online play is increasingly becoming a standard for many high-profile games.God of War 3 was quietly announced for PS3 in late 2007. In February, the PSP booklet for God of War: Chains of Olympus said the third console game would be "coming soon" to PS3, unofficially expected in 2009.Listing image courtesy of KotakuSports Legends Updates:Sports Legends TV Updates: Check Out Our Extensive List Of TV Shows & Movies! Some Are Still In Theaters! Be Sure To Request A Show Not Listed!Flash Arcade Updates: We Have Just Added Around 20 *NEW* Games For You To Play! Check It Ou...
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PlayStation 3 Version Only: Resolution, Online Issues Hamper GTA IV Experie
2008-05-01 03:11:00
Maybe there IS a difference after all: Reports confirm online issues and less-than-HD 640p resolution for the PS3 version of Grand Theft Auto IV. Can't really make out this image. Is itonly 640p? When it isn't locking up your system with inexcusable game-ending glitches, Grand Theft Auto IV, for all intents and purposes, has delivered as advertised.That is, if you're playing the Xbox 360 version.Confirmed reports today have laid two additional issues at the feet of the PS3 version of GTA IV. These issues include inaccessible online play and a less-than-true-HD 640p resolution.Sony is aware of the online problems, read a post over at Kotaku, but Rockstar so far has not responded to their inquiries. The GTA IV servers are hosted by Gamespy.As for the resolution issue, several outlets have confirmed the PS3 version runs at 640p, compared to the Xbox 360's HD 720p. Before you go stringing up Sony and Rockstar for the gaff, however, remember that Halo 3 experienced the same un-HD tr...
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Microsoft Drops Xbox 360 Price In Asia; U.S. To Follow?
2008-04-30 05:51:00
Microsoft on Tuesday slashed the price of Xbox 360 in South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore by 20 percent, leaving stateside gamers wondering if and when the same will happen in America."The price drop is part of Microsoft's ongoing strategy to bring Xbox's high-definition gaming and entertainment experience to an even wider user base," Microsoft said in a statement.The news comes as the part-time console maker faces stiff competition from Nintendo and increasing momentum of the PlayStation 3.It is the second time in as many months that Microsoft has cut the price of the Xbox 360 abroad. In March, the company dropped the price of the system in Europe by nearly 30 percent to spur sales.In November August 2007, the price of the Xbox 360 was dropped to $349 in America, the first and only time since launching in late 2005.An estimated 18.4 million Xbox 360s have been purchased worldwide so far, compared to 24.6 million Wiis, and 11.9 million PS3s.The Verdict:Stressing the fact...
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Microsoft Promises 'Hours' Of Additional GTA IV Gaming
2008-04-30 05:47:00
In an effort to sway buyers to play GTA IV on Xbox 360, Microsoft reminded consumers on Tuesday of the exclusive episodic downloads coming to Xbox 360 this fall. Niko's cousin Borat says additionaldownloadable content "is nice." "Starting this autumn, Xbox 360 owners will also have access to exclusive Grand Theft Auto IV episodes that will provide hours of additional game play," the company said in a statement.Last year, Microsoft announced an exclusive deal with Take-Two that would guarantee two downloadable GTA IV episodes for Xbox 360. Details on gameplay, pricing, and specific dates have still not been revealed.Microsoft paid a reported $50 million advance to Take-Two to secure the two exclusive downloadable episodes.Though unconfirmed, some industry insiders predict that Rockstar Games will release some type of downloadable content for PlayStation 3, either unique to the console or a delayed release of part of the Xbox 360 content.Sports Legends Updates:Sports Legends TV Upda...
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Grand Theft Auto IV Sales Give Iron Man An Iron Wedgie
2008-04-30 05:42:00
Grand Theft Auto IV is projected to make $400 million dollars this week, and movie gurus are worried the rampant success will suck the life out of Iron Man . Isn't he supposed to be invincible? I own you, Iron Man. Analysts have predicted that six million copies of Grand Theft Auto IV will pass into the hands of eager gamers this week for a total of $400 million in revenue. Trouble is, those gamers are the same people that might have spent their money on Iron Man, which arrives in theaters this Friday.Earlier this year EA's chief executive John Riccitiello said movie executives told him they feared the game could "kill" Iron Man, the indestructible iron-encased superhero from the Marvel comic of the same name. "I don't think I've ever heard of that before," he said. "There's a big reset happening now."Indeed, Iron Man was supposed to be one of the big blockbusters in the traditional summer movie blitz, but now, with more than half a billion dollars flowing from the movie indust...
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Rockstar Feels 'Terrible' About GTA IV Lockup Issues
2008-04-30 05:24:00
Multiple reports surfaced on Tuesday suggesting that both Xbox 360 and PS3 systems are freezing up during playback of Grand Theft Auto IV.The issue is said to affect an unknown number of Xbox 360 and PS3 systems, either during the opening cut scene of the game or while trying to exit multiplayer mode, resulting in an inability to advance in the game, or worse, an inability to play any game on the affected console.Multiple Kotaku, NeoGAF, and Shacknews users have complained, with no consensus of a proven user fix.Rockstar was not immediately available for comment when contacted by Sports Legends, however, a Rockstar support representative told Kotaku on Tuesday: "I feel terrible about this," adding that the company is aware of the issue and working on a solution.Unfortunately, the developer has yet to diagnose the problem or offer a timeline as to when a fix (or replacement disc) might be provided.Warning: Video contains minor plot spoilers, but shows the glitch in actionThe Verdict:...
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Grand Theft Auto IV Jumps To Top Of All Time High-Rating List
2008-04-30 05:14:00
It doesn't matter whether you play it on the PlayStation 3 or the Xbox 360--Grand Theft Auto IV is scoring next-to-perfect review scores from dozens of media outlets. The perfect game? The video games media gushed all over Rockstar's latest installment in the Grand Theft Auto series in the lead up to launch day today, with both the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 version securing near-perfect review scores from more than 20 different outlets (and counting).Currently at Metacritic, the PS3 version has a 100 rating from 15 sites, and the Xbox 360 version has a 99 rating from 24 sites.In Games Radar's flawless review, there were a few quirks, but they were quickly overwhelmed by the size, scope and energy of Liberty City. "It does things that no other game does, it's immersive in ways that no other game is and it's one of the biggest, wildest, most enjoyable games we've ever played."In another 100% review, GameSpy noted the graphical achievements that Rockstar North was able to pull ...
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Prince Of Persia Announced For Xbox 360, PS3, PC, DS
2008-04-29 01:23:00
Ubisoft on Monday confirmed the newest Prince of Persia game, slated for release on Xbox 360, PS3, PC, and Nintendo DS this holiday. The prince coming to (most) systems Little has been revealed for the working title, but the game is being developed by Ubisoft Montreal, the same team that designed the original Prince of Persia : the Sands of Time, and most recently, Assassin's Creed for Xbox 360 , PS3, and PC.So far, the game is vaguely described as a "new chapter in the Prince of Persia universe, featuring a new breed of gameplay [and] illustrative art style."Additionally, Ubisoft will release a Prince of Persia game specifically designed for the Nintendo DS system, featuring a unique storyline and new characters.Prince of Persia is one of the more recognizable third-party games ever released, particularly after its transformation to 3D in 2003 with the release of Prince of Persia: the Sands of Time.The Verdict:Here's hoping the newest Prince of Persia revives the series, which has...

Madden NFL 09 Cover Boy Favre Is No Fan Of The Series
2008-04-29 01:17:00
More than 100 NFL players wanted to be on the cover of Madden NFL 09. The man who ended up there couldn't care less about the series. He's too old for Madden now, too (Image credit: Kotaku) Appearing on the cover of Madden NFL franchise is often seen as an honor for many players in the league, but don't tell that to current cover boy Brett Favre he couldn't care less.Favre, who retired at the end of the 2007/2008 season, will be featured on the cover of the latest Madden game as a swan song of sorts to his long running NFL career.Here's what he had to say about the honor in an interview with ESPN:"I'm not savvy enough to play this game. Most of the younger generation has no idea [Madden] coached...Some of our guys play Madden better than they play on Sundays. And they spend more time talking about playing Madden," the NFL veteran and future Hall of Famer had to say.Hey Brett, if you don't want it, I'm sure there are several Sports Legends readers who would love the opportun...
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Sony Accidentally Confirms Buzz For PS3 This Fall
2008-04-29 01:12:00
An official from Sony Computer Entertainment of America let slip to Sports Legends on Friday that the whimsical quiz show game is coming to PS3 in fall 2008. Buzz ! to bring its witty writing and comedic delivery to PS3 this fall According to our lose lipped contact, the newest version of Buzz will arrive on PS3 sometime this fall, complete with online multiplayer and downloadable quiz packs from the PlayStation Store. Wireless buzz controllers were also mentioned, but unconfirmed.Developed by Relentless Software and published by Sony Computer Entertainment, Buzz is easily one of the better (if not the best) quiz show games on the market, according to both critical and commercial success. A total of six versions have been released since its 2005 debut; a testament to its non-headline grabbing popularity.Image shown taken from Buzz! The Mega Quiz released in 2007 for PS2The Verdict:Being a big fan of the game on PS2, I was happy to learn of its impending arrival on PS3 this fall. Her...
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Gamers Ponder Which Version Of GTA IV To Buy
2008-04-29 01:08:00
The question to spend $60 on GTA IV is an easy answer for most. The real question is "on which version?"A day before its release, Grand Theft Auto IV has already proven to be $60 very well spent, at least according to critical reception by both mainstream and the enthusiast press. The game is easily within the 95-100 percentile score range, independent of the version; a must-buy by most standards (provided you're 18 years of age, wink wink).With that out of the way, multi-console owners and passionate fanboys have quickly begun debating which version of Grand Theft Auto IV they should buy. At the moment, Sports Legends is still waiting for our retail copies to arrive for our own comparisons and analysis.In trying to answer that very question, Kotaku gave the slight edge to the PS3 version on Sunday, saying it looks slightly better and enjoys faster load times and fewer object pop-ins when compared to the Xbox 360 version.That said, the PS3 version is slightly choppier when compared...
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[Shelf Life] In Stores This Week: Grand Theft Auto IV, Mario Kart Wii
2008-04-29 01:01:00
Sports Legends lists the new and notable games for the week of April 28, 2008. Highlights include Grand Theft Auto IV and Mario Kart Wii. I'm here to take out all the other games this week This week has finally arrived. Grand Theft Auto IV drops for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Early indications and reviews say this one is a game to remember. And buy. Immediately.Xbox 360Grand Theft Auto IVIron ManPS3Grand Theft Auto IVIron ManWiiMario Kart WiiIron ManPSPChameleonSNK Arcade Classics V.1Iron ManNintendo DSRiver King: Mystic ValleyBrain VoyageToy ShopIron ManCorvette Evolution GTLet's PilatesLet's YogaPCBaseball Mogul 2009Great War Nations: The SpartansPolar Games 2Virtual ConsoleDouble Dragon (NES, 500 Wii Points) $5Source: Gamer Deals, NintendoThe Verdict:It's a big week for gaming and an even bigger week for fans of Grand Theft Auto. For all intents and purposes this title plays the same on either system. So, on that note, instead of complaining about console wars or fanboy...
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[Exclusive] Review: Welcome To Paradise: GTA IV Is The Best Grand Theft Aut
2008-04-28 03:30:00
You can say what you want about the blokes at Rockstar but there is no denying this: Much like the characters that star in their games, they know how to stay cool when things get hot and heavy. It's good to be back home: Grand Theft Auto IV is set in the familiar Liberty City, where the grass is green and the girls are definitely pretty... Lesser companies would have crumbled under the weight of the controversy and the intense media scrutiny that the company has had to endure. But not Rockstar: if anything, the adversity seems to have made the company stronger and, most importantly, smarter.GTA IV At A Glance PROS:It's the best GTA ever, in all ways. If you thought the other GTA titles were impressive, just wait until you get your hands on GTA IV.We're serious. In terms of city size, gameplay mechanics, mission types, narrative story and user empowerment, GTA IV is without a doubt the finest distillation of the GTA formula yet.In short, the game succeeds on pretty much every lev...
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[Feature] The New EA
2008-04-27 05:03:00
EA's quest to protect innovation -- one giant acquisition at a time.Sunday at 2 p.m. was an unlikely time for a press release announcing a surprise $2 billion attack on rival Take-Two, but it wasn't entirely out of character for John Riccitiello, Electronic Arts' CEO. He's been reinventing the company step-by-step for over a year, and the 18-hour jump on Wall Street was a bold move straight from the Riccitiello playbook. It gave analysts and financial reporters a head start penning article after article about what a good deal this was for all concerned. Of course, it also gave gamers everywhere a chance to bone up on their EA hate. We are a fickle lot, and there are many who will never forgive EA for buying and burying Origin Systems, the maker of the Ultima and Wing Commander, all the way back in 1992. References to Darth Vader, the Borg, and Dr. Evil were dusted off like beloved knickknacks coming down from the shelf for a dinner party.John Riccitiello is out to change all tha...
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Japan: Bronze PSP Pack, Cradle Hit Store Shelves
2008-04-26 07:19:00
The PSP might be in second place in the handheld race, but Sony was thinking third today with a new Bronze PSP bundle. You don't win bronze, you lose gold and silver Sony completed the Olympic medal trifecta today with a new Bronze PSP pack for Japan .The bronze pack joins the gold and silver PSP models that had already been released in 2007.The limited-edition Matte Bronze value pack will retail for around $240, which is $40 more than the traditional PSP model. The Value Pack also includes a pouch, strap, cleaning cloth, 32 MB Memory Stick, and a D-Terminal cable for TV output (in Japan only).Wired notes that a PSP Cradle will also be released alongside the Bronze PSP, and will allow you to dock your PSP next to the TV. The unit comes with a remote control and retails for about $50.[Image credit: PlayStation.com Japan]Sports Legends Updates:Sports Legends TV Updates: Check Out Our Extensive List Of TV Shows & Movies! Some Are Still In Theaters! Be Sure To Request A Show Not List...
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Iwata: Wii, DS Price Cuts Unlikely In 2008
2008-04-26 07:16:00
Nintendo prez Satoru Iwata said Thursday that you shouldn't count on a Wii or DS price cut this year. Show me the yen In an earnings call on Thursday, Nintendo president Satoru Iwata said price cuts for the company's market-leading Wii and DS consoles are unlikely to happen this year."Our earnings projection for the year is not based on hardware price cuts, and I don't think we are going to need them," Iwata said in a summary of the call posted over at Reuters.As previously reported by Sports Legends, Nintendo's fourth quarter results released this week showed the company has sold 18.6 million Wii units over the past 12 months, bringing worldwide sales to date to 24.4 million units.Sales for the company were up 73 per cent across the fiscal year, while operating income was up 115.6 per cent and profit up 47.7 per cent.With numbers like that, thoughts of a price cut for either console are wishful thinking at best, pure delusion at worst. Additional sourcing from Reuters.Sports L...
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Valve: Portal Sequel Not Planned For 2008
2008-04-26 07:13:00
The 2008 sequel is a lie: Valve confirmed Friday that a follow up to the cult classic Portal is not in the cards for this year. For more cake, come back in 2009 Valve today broke some bad news to fans of companion cubes, cake and the song Still Alive: a sequel to the wildly well-received Portal will not arrive until at least 2009.Valve's Doug Lombardi confirmed the news to Eurogamer.net, but added a promising caveat. "In typical Valve tradition, it won't be Portal with different colors," he said.Instead of rehashing the same mechanics that made the original Portal a success, Lombardi said Valve would adopt the same "crazy" approach it took with Half-Life and produce a truly revolutionary sequel.Unfortunately for fans of the series, the extra oompf means a delay or sorts, and a proper Portal 2 won't be in stores in time for the holiday.Sports Legends Updates:Sports Legends TV Updates: Check Out Our Extensive List Of TV Shows & Movies! Some Are Still In Theaters! Be Sure To Requ...
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Kids Dish Their Plans To Secure M-Rated Grand Theft Auto IV
2008-04-26 07:09:00
An informal study from video game watchdog group What They Play found that when it comes to securing a copy of Grand Theft Auto IV, kids will say, and do, almost anything. Kids say the darndest things... A series of interviews at video game watchdog group What They Play revealed that kids will say and do almost anything to subvert the ESRB's M-rating for Grand Theft Auto IV and secure a copy.What They Play anonymously interviewed several underage gamers, and asked them how they planned to acquire a copy of the game when it launches.The answers ran the gamut from funny to sad to depressing, as was the case with one child who said that since their mom and dad had gotten divorced, it was "pretty easy to convince one of them to buy whatever we want."Another child gave a response that many parents would probably associate with alcohol or cigarettes, and not a video game. "I have a friend who works in a game store. He's not allowed to sell it to me over the counter, but he's going to ...
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