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“We’ve kind of gone for a different approach which is more like real-world detective work.

“Even though you could say it’s like GTA because you have this open city you can run around in, it’s paced completely differently. To us that’s what we have to sell: ‘Look, it’s not super-high action like GTA, though there is action, but it is as compelling because of the interactions the characters are having.”

The interview also suggested the game would require smarts. I’m loving this title now, based off this post alone. Games that make you think. Rockstar still believes they are taking a risk with this style and genre the game exists in. Its never worked out, and if LA Noire would be a hit it would be the first. Coming this Fall, be on the look out.

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Also on this episode is our monthly analysis of the NPD’s. You can also look forward to some more Playstation Move talk, as we question just how far Sony is looking to push the product.

There is lots more to listen out for, so just hit the play button and kick back for the next 70 minutes or so.

Pre-order bonuses will also be available at some of your favorite retailers. Pre-order at Gamestop and receive a Kratos character. Pre-order at Amazon.com and receive Ratchet & Clank. You can also pre-order at Best Buy to receive Mr. Uncharted himself, Nathan Drake. There will be other pre-order items as well. You can check out the PlayStation Blog for more information.

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3) Late Release and Competition
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 was released on all major gaming platforms on November 10,2009. The marketing campaign was hugely successful due to the job Activision and GameStop did with promoting the game right up until it’s release date. As a standard business practice dictates with this industry, there is a designated grace period where a game receives an onslaught of attention before being tossed to the side in favor of a newer game. This particular game had its time to shine but is now being overshadowed by Battlefield: Bad Company 2. While many Call Of Duty fans may disagree with my statement, the proof lies in the fact that when researching the latest First person shooter games online, virtually every gaming site acknowledges Bad Company 2 as the hottest title in that genre right now. For Modern Warfare 2 to remain relevant, the map pack should have dropped sooner rather then later. Now it seems like it will be released only as a strategy to go head to head with it’s competition and therefore only provide minimal satisfaction to the gamer.

2) Same Maps: Less Value
One of the biggest gripes I have with this package is the lack of value for your money. Activision has reported that the map pack will include 3 new maps and 2 old maps from the first Modern Warfare game. While this practice may seem fine for a gamer that didn’t play the original title, this leaves the hardcore fan of the series frustrated and angry. Adding on that these 2 maps are fan favorites seems like even more of an excuse to round out the total number at 5 maps. Honestly if these are favorites then they should have already been available free as part of the original package.

However, The actual idea of re-releasing the same content isn’t a new practice as Bungie clearly illustrated this point when they unveiled Halo 3: ODST to the masses. While the campaign and firefight remained the bread and butter of the package, the highly controversial 2nd disc received attention mainly because it included the same maps from Halo 3 multiplayer. Many people who purchased the game never realized this fact until they plunked down their hard earned money and opened the box, immediately losing the right to return the game for full value.  This practice should be deemed both lazy and disgraceful because its works off the consumer’s fanboy demeanor for a game. Just like with most things in life it’s your responsibility to investigate whether or not something is worth the price and value. The continued use of this practice by Activision should clearly define these logistics and is living proof that we live in a society where recycled ideas are praised over original content.

1) Price

The single most important reason why I’d recommend that you pass on this content is the actual pricepoint at which its being sold. Up until now, every Call Of Duty map pack has featured original maps and maintained the value of 800 Microsoft points ($10). Given that there are only 3 new maps and the price has risen a whole 5 dollars more, as a consumer you should be questioning if your really getting more for your money. This method seems as if the creative team is banking on the fact that this pack will be so highly anticipated that you’ll have no choice but to pick it up and play immediately.However, might I remind you that on the very same day Bad Company 2 releases their first map pack as well.Right then and there you get a sense that the pressure is on Activision but they don’t seem the least bit rattled by it. You gather this perception from the fact that the price has been raised and behind that is a sense of arrogance that more expensive= more valuable. This is a daily issue in our world today and often accounts for why so many people are in debt. The philosophy of “Keeping Up with The Jeffersons” is a dynamic that houses these beliefs and once you look at its relation to purchases you notice an ever-growing trend.

On the same token, one can argue that the price increase could be due to the fact that Activision is suggesting this is the final Modern Warfare game, making it a priority to milk it for all it’s worth. If someone is down to their last 1200 points, they may opt to purchase the pack and thus be unable to buy the Bad Company 2 content as a result. If that’s the case then perhaps all the rumors you heard about royalties and lawsuits were true. The funny thing is that up until now EA has been portrayed as the power hungry company aiming to be the number 1 publisher, developer, and distributor of every game ever made. Now this move clearly orchestrated by Activision proves without a shadow of a doubt that perhaps EA is the lesser of both evils.

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Here is the top ten list below, courtesy of Chart-Track.

For the week ending 12th March.

* 01 Final Fantasy XIII
* 02 Battlefield: Bad Company 2
* 03 Just Dance
* 04 Heavy Rain
* 05 Wii Fit Plus
* 06 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
* 07 Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing
* 08 Aliens vs Predator
* 09 Wii Sports Resort
* 10 New Super Mario Bros. Wii

The App Store installment of SF IV uses on-screens controls which you tap to activate, on the left is the joystick and opposite it are four face buttons which represent Punch (P), Kick (K), Special (SP) and Focus (F). The virtual joystick works well for simple tasks such as jumping, crouching and blocking but more complex moves such as Dragon Punches are far too difficult to pull off on a consistent bases due to the absence of tactile feedback. To compensate, Capcom has included a SP Assist options which when enabled allows players to perform special moves simply by tapping the SP button. For example, pressing the SP button on its own makes Ryu throw fireballs, but if you hold forward while pressing SP he will perform a Dragon Punch instead. Although some may criticize this scheme for being too simplistic it does work exceptionally well and makes for a more fluid experience. Street Fighter IV specific additions such as Focus Attacks and Ultras are still present and mastering these functions will eventually expose a tremendous amount of depth in the initially simple fighting system.

As you can tell from the screenshots this game looks absolutely beautiful. Capcom has directly taken character models and assets from the console versions but have slightly downgraded the visual to match the iPhone’s capabilities. Music and sound effect have also been borrowed and sound as excellent ever making the game look and sound completely authentic. On the downside the character roster has been downscaled immensely with only 8 fighters making the cut, namely Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li, Blanka, Guile, Dhalsim, M.Bision and Abel. M.Bision reprises his role as a final boss which fortunately means ex-boss Seth is nowhere to be seen! 8 stages from the console games have also made the jump but unfortunately some of the backgrounds look washed out and blurry. Seeing the detailed character models fight in front of what is akin to a stretched JPEG image can be incredibly jarring but thankfully the frantic speed of the game means you’ll hardly eve notice.

In terms of modes Street Fighter IV is no slouch. As well as the standard Arcade mode (know here as Tournament) there is a Free-Sparring mode for quick single matching against the CPU, a Training Room which provides your standard practice affair and a Dojo where you’ll be presented with dozens of challenges designed to familiarize you with the controls. Bluetooth Multi-Player is also an option and runs completely lag-free, just make sure that a mutual agreement to not spam to SP button is in place unless you want a real fight between you and your opponent to break out. The music and sound effects in the game are both fantastic, As I eluded to earlier the music does an excellent job setting the tone of the game and anyone who holds nostalgia for titles such as Street Fighter II will be particularly happy with the results.

Overall the iPhone version of Street Fighter IV is a fantastic re-imagining of one of this generations best titles. While it lacks several features and components from the original game the low price point of $9.99 (£5.99) and neat additions such as Dojo and the ability to save replays makes this a must buy for any iPhone/iPod Touch owner who enjoys fighting game. While tournament level Street Fighter players may scoff at the simplistic nature of this title the rest of us will simply enjoy it for what it is. Now if anyone needs me I’ll be in a bathroom stall beating the shit out of that stupid Abel guy for the umpteenth time.

On this weeks show:

1. Next Fight Night To Use PS Move
2. Bad Company 3D Interview
3. God Of War 3 Review 12 Out Of 10 HISTORIC
And More On Todays HipHopGamerShow

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With the recent announcement of Portal 2, can we expect the Sony Move to be compatible? With a game like Portal its completely possible. Whats your thoughts? And do PS3 users really want to play Valve games?

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upon slotting God of War III into your Playstation 3 and proceeding to start the game, you will be blown away to the furthest degree. The opening half an hour of the game is full of nothing but fast frantic action, with killer presentation. Your jaw will literally drop as you begin Kratos’s journey exactly from the point you left off in God of War II. After the first half an hour, the platforming elements begin to kick in, bringing the pace of the game down a notch. This is what we have come expect from a God of War game how ever, so it is nothing that will be off putting. Basically you’ll go from fast frantic action, to platforming, to puzzling gameplay. Which is not a bad mix of elements at all, especially considering the way Sony Santa Monica have crafted it.

With a game on this scale there are many things to cover, so I will start with the gameplay. The game is structured in the exact same way you would imagine God of War to be, only it has been taken a step further in every aspect. Kratos still possesses his blades, and he can still use magic which has either been given to him or which he has earned for himself. Of course it would be no fun if they gave you the same magic and weapons you obtained in the last game, so you should expect to acquire some new toys to play with this time around. As Kratos continues to slay bosses throughout the game he will gain new weapons or magic, which are essential to utilize to plow your way through the quest. There are also one or two items I have come across, that can not be used until you complete the game. Making a second play through worth the while. As usual you can obtain red orbs along the way, which can be used to level up your weapons. Leveling up your weapons will open up new combos and techniques for each item, as well as make them even more powerful. Kratos is also still in possession of the Blade of Olympus, which is the very sword he obtained in the second game. You can not wield this at any given time however, you must first fill up Kratos’s rage gauge just like in the previous game. Once unleashing Krato’s rage, you are virtually unstoppable, pulling off deadly combos with the blade of Olympus.

There are many other useful gifts that have been carried over from the previous game, such as the Icarus Wings. The wings will come in handy for much of the platforming portions of the game. Do not be fooled by the fact that the game has platforming however. These sections of the game are also very advanced and fun to play. It is not just a case of running and jumping until you reach your destination. There are various sequences within this game, much of them take you by surprise as you play. You constantly have to be on the alert, because the pace is constantly changing. This makes for a very thrilling experience, as you never know what to expect. The only downside to some players may be that a few of the puzzles in the game may seem very off putting. There are a couple of them that look very complicated when you first come across them, but after attempting to crack them you will realize that it is mostly just common sense that gets you through them.

It is indeed wonderful to experience just how dynamic this game is. Multiple events can trigger as you are playing, and there are even fighting sequences where the level is consistently moving right before your eyes. Much like the fight on Gaia in the early stages of the game, it is a magnificent sight to see Gaia moving while you are on her fighting away demons that threaten both you and her. The presentation seen in God of War III is just difficult to put in words, and needs to be seen first hand for you to gain an understanding of just how technically advanced this game is.

Graphically the game looks superb, definitely one of the better looking games this generation. Kratos himself is well crafted to the point you feel as though you can reach out and touch him. One thing that will have you in utter awe is how Kratos becomes splattered in blood as he slays his enemies. There are also a wide variety of foes in God of War III, and all of them are well designed. Not only that, but the textures which make up the environment look completely legit. If you thought Uncharted 2 had jaw dropping visuals, then you are in for a treat playing this game.

If you played the E3 demo of God of War III, then chances are you have been greatly mislead. Upon playing the demo right after playing God of War II, God of War III felt a whole lot slower. Playing the final version however is completely different. The game feels as fluent as you would expect it to be, I have not experienced any major frame rate issues at all. The only gripe I have is that sometimes when you reach a save point, and you are required to press R1 to commence saving the game. This can be unresponsive, and may require you to press it multiple times. This only happens rarely, and its not too much of an inconvenience. Another annoyance is that sometimes after leaving the pause menu, it can take a good couple of seconds before the game resumes. This is only really an issue because you use the pause menu to level up your weapons and view combos.

Just like in the previous games, God of War III features a variety of drum melodies that sound like they come straight from Greece. The score in God of War III fits the game perfectly, and switches with the pace of the game itself. A very interesting puzzle in the game sees you recreate the main theme music from the game, in a fashion that Guitar Hero or Rockband fans will enjoy. Seeing this specific puzzle made me chuckle and wonder what the developers had been playing in the office that day.

For those who enjoy a dynamic action adventure, with a reasonable story. God of War III is the game you should be picking up this week. It is a violence filled frenzy that will truly test you, if you are up for the challenge. Playing this game on easy mode will not do it any justice, so players should at least go for the normal difficulty to get the best out of the whole experience. If you are looking for a game that will blow you away, without too much emphasis on story related cut scenes, God of War III is that. The game may suffer from lack of story related thrills, being that the story is far from complex. However God of War III makes up for that with the game play itself. Rather than sitting there and watching a great action sequence, why not interact with it? That is an anxiety which I hear from many gamers out there, and God of War III is a fully interactive experience. Most of the cut scenes you will see are all real-time, very rarely will you see a pre-rendered cg scene. This ensures that you are never taken away from the experience, and you will always feel 100% involved.

From gory violence, to intense platforming elements, to some of the best boss battles seen in a game for months. God of War III is everything a fan of the series could ask for. As for those who have yet to play a God of War game, this game is the reason you should start playing the series. For anyone to miss out on this experience is a crying shame, and I speak nothing but the truth.

Kusumi is described as a mysterious rougue that you meet on the Citadel sporting a black hood with purple facepaint on her chin however she looks like a human version of Tali to me, but like Zaeed Massani will join your crew on board the normandy meaning no romance plot , because you can’t have interactive conversations with her. To interact with her you will need to examine the items in her room such as the paintings in her room.

Like all squad members she will have a loyalty mission and her mission can be done at any point in the game no matter where you are. Bioware has stated that her missions will take about an hour and a half to complete and players will get a new weapon. Looks like its not only Rock Star and Activision who can put out dlc Bioware might be the new Kings Of dlc.

 

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The story of Mega Man 10 is simple and direct. Mega Man’s sister Roll gets a virus called Roboenza, and while Dr. Light and Mega Man tend to Roll, the illness spreads throughout the world. At first it seems that Roboenza is only making robots sick, but in typical Mega Man fashion, robots start to go wild. Dr. Wily then shows up talking about how he was attacked by infected robots and he needs help building some kind of medicine machine to cure the robots. Dr. Light and Mega Man eventually agree to work with Dr. Wily and Mega Man’s brother Proto Man shows up to offer his help as well.

As far as additions and gameplay is concerned, this is just like any other Mega Man. There are a few things I would to point out. One being, that like its Mega Man X counterpart, players are now able to switch weapons in game via trigger buttons without going to the start menu. This turns out to be a very useful option when playing some of the later castle stages. Speaking of stages, this seems to be the most pit filled Mega Man game every. Might wanna call this one Pit Fall 10. All Mega Man games have spikes and pits, but this time its seems like the developers decided to test a man’s will with the way some of these pits are set up. It will take patience, self control, and knowledge of your surroundings to complete some levels in this game. Anyway, there is no need to worry too much about it. Once you get the Rush Jet to ride across some of the stage, its smooth sailing from there.

If you are not a dedicated and patient Mega Man player, there is now an easy mode for you to choose from. Easy mode decreases the amount of enemies that you face in a stage, adds red floating platforms in pits that you normally might have died at, and it also decreases the different number of attacks that each boss has. Hard mode will be available once you complete the game. The numbers of enemies are increased, the stages have slight structural differences to give you more places to die, and the bosses have new attacks that will shred you to pieces in seconds. Other modes include the return of Time Attack mode that has a worldwide ranking system, and the addition of Challenge mode. Challenge mode offers 88 small, but sometimes crazy difficult task for you to complete. This is a great add-on that increases the game’s re-playability.

The biggest addition in MM10 is the option to play the whole game as Proto Man at the start of the game. Proto Man differs from Mega Man in a couple of ways. The first is his ability to power up his Mega Buster. Mega Man lost that technique for some unexplainable reason and Proto Man has picked it up. Proto Man also has a shield that he uses whenever he jumps that is able to deflect many enemy attacks. What I consider the most important difference between the brother’s is Proto Man’s ability to slide. It’s such a simple feature, but when it comes to dodging the bosses attacks, he has the clear advantage over Mega Man. The only thing better about Mega Man is that he is tougher than his brother. Proto Man loses any where between 2 to 5 more life points than Mega Man whenever he is damaged.

Overall, Mega Man 10 is a worthy sequel in the series, but the nostalgia people got from Mega Man 9 is gone. Also, Mega Man 9 is the better game in general. The lackluster weapons and unparalleled stage design take away from the aura of this being a classic game in the legacy of Mega Man. Another thing that I would like to note is that the music in Mega Man 10 is below average. It does not have the usual instant catchy tune vibe that Mega Man games are recognized for. The music in Mega Man 9 is head and shoulders above this latest edition. With that being said, this is a solid release from Capcom. If you have the tiniest desire to play this game you should do so. It’s easily worth ten bucks. Even if you have to play on Easy mode, there are enough challenges to keep you busy and interested. Just don’t play Normal and Hard mode without any resolve. You may find yourself throwing the controller on the floor just like they did back in the NES days.

Campaign Mode:
Bad Company 2 picks up immediately after the events from the previous game. A highly decorated United States Special Ops Unit tackles the nearly impossible task of stopping a Russian terrorist organization from global domination. The player assumes the control of Preston Marlowe, a private squad member with a determination to win the war at all costs. Your crew consists of three more men to round out the final squad of four. Privates Terrance Sweetwater and George Haggard provide the comic relief factor, while Sergeant Samuel Redford (Sarge) maintains his serious tone as the dignified leader. The best way to define this story dynamic is as a buddy action flick in the same vein as Lethal Weapon. The inclusion of action, suspense, and humor is well paced and defined by the amount of balance that it brings to the game as a whole. The idea of taking on this approach to tell a story suits the game really well in showcasing the harsh depiction of war but never once taking the subject matter too seriously.

Another bonus that makes this an exceptional title is how each character is multi-dimensional in their own unique way. Haggard is presented as a wisecracking jokester with a fascination for explosions and football, but always makes remarks as if his next battle could be his last. By that same token, Sarge is reminiscent of an annoyed Danny Glover in the sense that his retirement plans are always postponed everytime an enemy threat goes down. One of my personal favorite characters in the game is Ghost Rider, a hippie pilot that plays a pivotal side role in the story. DICE’s decision to add a diverse cast with varied emotions easily identifies a sense of humanity that any person can relate to. The campaign itself takes place over several exotic South American locations and does an exceptional job of shifting combat scenarios throughout. Unlike Modern Warfare 2, this game has a relatively lengthy campaign mode. The total experience divides each mission into designated periods leaving some parts shorter or longer then others. Overall it will take a total of 8-10 hours to playthrough the game depending upon which difficulty setting you select from the beginning.

When it comes to gameplay, Bad Company 2 has a few hits and misses. The combat scheme is virtually flawless with an added flair of precision when it comes to using guns and knives. The response time is emphasized well by how fast you can take down your targets. Just like in Modern Warfare 2, you have the option of firing from your hip or up close, instantly making any shooter fan comfortable. One of the biggest improvements in the game is the implementation of a deeper destruction system, appropriately titled Destruction 2.0. By using this mechanism you can demolish almost everything to your hearts content including houses and tanks. The enemy A.I. noticeably sparks at any given time depending upon the obstacles you’re placed in. Just like any first person shooter game you have to take a strategical approach to combat to ensure survival.

There are also many collectible weapons to find throughout the game that better your chances in each encounter.   However, when it comes to controlling tanks, bikes, or helicopters the experience may invoke a little frustration on the gamers’ part. The heavily flawed camera system easily makes driving become a chore at times. It’s worth noting that you can alter between both a first person and third person view, but each has its own glaring problems. The first-person view often shows the wheel of the vehicle rotating without the player’s hands, a tactic used previously in the Half-Life games. The third-person view is slightly better but even while making sharp turns you’re bound to have issues matching up the camera with the directional path your driving. Minor gripes aside, graphically the game looks and feels a lot like Modern Warfare 2 in many ways. The level of detail in the characters and environments is appealing enough to keep your attention most of the time. I’m fully confident that addressing the camera issues in future iterations can clearly make this the game to beat for many years to come.

Multiplayer Modes:
Bad Company 2’s online multiplayer experience offers a tamer approach then most multiplayer packages. There are only 3 definitive game modes to explore: Rush, Conquest, and Squad Deathmatch. Rush separates groups of players into 12 man teams that win by successfully defending the M-COM systems you disable throughout the single player story mode. Conquest is the same premise but with the exception being that you have to capture as many as the other teams flags as possible. If you have a hard time choosing between which mode to play there is a Rush or Conquest mode option that randomly drops you in the next available game. Squad Deathmatch is self exclamatory in the sense that the first team to tally 50 kills wins.

The main reason why the online offers a high replayability factor lies in the four classes you can choose from: Assault, Engineer, Recon, and Medic. Each class offers it’s own unique set of weapons and specialized attacks that are unlocked as you rank up. In addition to modifying weapons, you also are able to gain access to using tanks against your adversaries. This makes for some intense battle sequences that will challenge how you approach your enemies. There are also 8 huge maps to explore as you get deeper into the mode. The one drawback I see with the multiplayer experience is the lack of modes available to the gamer. While the main focus of this game is to emphasize and promote team play, it wouldn’t hurt to at least offer a Free-For-All-Mode. That way each individual would be forced to fend for himself, thus elevating one’s level of play. Even more interesting would be if you could potentially turn on your teammates adding to the drama and suspense that the campaign has already mastered.

Final Verdict:
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is an action packed title with an extremely high fun factor. With a solid campaign and competitive multiplayer arena, DICE has positioned themselves above the Modern Warfare 2 hype and delivered a truly enjoyable experience. As standard business practice dictates, it’s expected that healthy competition often ends up benefitting the consumer more then anyone else. With this release, Bad Company 2 is the stronger of the two games with a promise to only get better with sequels. It’s only unfortunate that you won’t get to see Infinity Ward respond by releasing Modern Warfare 3. That idea, pretty much like the villain form Bad Company 2, is dead on arrival.

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In this video you’ll see interviews with fans, cheer’s and boo’s and the full show hosted by popular UK personally Alex Zane. I have also attached some pictures from the event. There wasn’t too much cosplay, but there was some. So right after you see all this footage make sure you go check out my colleague Jowin’s music video Cosplay Girl.

I would like to give a shout out to Marty, who was a fan at the party. We interviewed him, and we even helped him get some extra stuff signed. It felt great to do something for the fans. Thanks also to Liam Mcmahon (from HMV) for all the help and support.

 

Our full coverage of this Final Fantasy XIII launch party will be up later. We have exclusive interviews and pictures from the party, so make sure you check it out.

Natal, though — the motion offering from Microsoft — not so much. The same studio rep calls Natal a big, buggy mess. “It’s sh*t,” he adds, saying that it just doesn’t work as promised. That it’s slow and that the camera is imprecise, which he notes, is causing some major development woes.

Joekilla has already started the topic in the forums, swing by the forum and share your views on the Move and NATAL and

we will feature your quotes on the next Co Op Podcast!

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Brink will be smashing its way into stores this Fall for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC. Be sure to check it out.

A few surprises on the hardware side of the numbers. The Xbox 360 managed to outsell the Wii, selling 422K, while the Wii 397K. Playstation 3 is not far behind the Wii, selling 360K. A few more surprises were made on the software side. Holding the top spot is Bioshock 2 (Xbox 360) selling 562K units. Mass Effect 2 jumps down to 7th place, selling 246K units. In 8th and 9th place is Dante’s Inferno, which to my surprise managed to chart, guess Super Bowl commercials can work wonders. The PS3 version of the game outsold the 360 version by 20K units, thanks to the Divine Edition offer. And in the 10th spot is Heavy Rain, which is even more surprising that it charted, selling 219K units.

Hardware
PlayStation 2 101.9K
PlayStation 3 360.1K
PSP 133.4K
Xbox 360 422.0K
Wii 397.9K
Nintendo DS 613.2K

Software
BIOSHOCK 2* 360 TAKE 2 INTERACTIVE Feb-10 562.9K
NEW SUPER MARIO BROS. WII WII NINTENDO OF AMERICA Nov-09 555.6K
CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE 2* 360 ACTIVISION BLIZZARD Nov-09 314.3K
JUST DANCE WII UBISOFT Nov-09 275.4K
SPORTS RESORT W/ WII MOTION PLUS* WII NINTENDO OF AMERICA Jul-09 272.5K
CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE 2* PS3 ACTIVISION BLIZZARD Nov-09 252.8K
MASS EFFECT 2 360 ELECTRONIC ARTS Jan-10 246.5K
DANTE’S INFERNO: DIVINE EDITION PS3 ELECTRONIC ARTS Feb-10 242.5K
DANTE’S INFERNO 360 ELECTRONIC ARTS Feb-10 224.7K
HEAVY RAIN PS3 SONY Feb-10 219.3K

p.s What do you think of the news that Socom 4 with have PlayStation Move support?

 

Below are some quotes from the man himself.

“Personally, the Final Fantasies that I have worked on have been very story-driven, so in terms of the development I wanted to, of course, use my personal strengths which where those,” Toriyama said.

“I call it a bento box system, where you have all of the different little things in there. So we had minigames or towns were you were able to talk to all of the townspeople. But with the HD console you’re not really able to do that because it takes so long to develop.

“Now that we have that base technology… The next time you see a Final Fantasy, we might be able to pack in more of those elements that existed in the past.

“And I also think that a game doesn’t need to have all of those items in the future. We can create additional downloadable content for people to add, too. It doesn’t have to come with that game itself.”

Final Fantasy XIII launched this Tuesday, and you can look out for my footage from the launch of the game in London very soon. Square Enix announced that they have already shipped 5 million copies of the game world wide, so the Final Fantasy name is doing the game very well.

Playstation Move is due out this fall and will even get its own special PS3 bundle. Sony has alot riding on the Move, do you think they can find success? What are your thoughts on the design of the Move?

 

“Shake That” by Eminem mixed with “Show Me What You Got” by Jay-Z
“Without Me” by Eminem mixed with “Encore” by Jay-Z
“Can I Get A…” by Jay-Z mixed with “Lose Yourself” by Eminem

*UPDATE*

Gametrailers uploaded a couple of videos of the new DLC.

The main focus of the update is to make the load times faster. Once you make your way into Home at the speed of light, you’ll be introduced to the new “intuitive navigator.” It will look much like the XMB and will feature various categories to get you where you want to be in Home more quickly and fluently. categories will include Favorites, Personal Spaces, Friends, Explore, and Recommend.

This update probably wont make you enjoy Home more, but it will improve the speed and performance of it. I probably wont be using it anytime soon but I can respect Sony for sticking to their vision. The update will be going live tomorrow.

[Playstation Blog]

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My overall opinion of the Beta is, It was fun for a while but i quickly became bored. I don’t know if it was the lack of tracks, cars or perks but it never really grabbed me like i thought it would. I am now going to focus my attention on Blur’s rival racer Split/Second.

What do you think of the beta? Is it good enough to warrant a cop? or has the beta confirmed that the game is a flop? Leave your impressions in the comments.

While details are scarce on the heavily anticipated DLC, it’s more then likely the new maps will set you back 800 microsoft points. Microsoft also managed to get this content as a timed exclusive meaning that PS3 and PC gamers will have to wait till late April to participate in all the fun. Considering that Battlefield: Bad Company 2 just dropped last week, this proves to be a smart move by Activision as they plan to go head to head with EA. Stay tuned to see how all this turns out.

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