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Devil May Cry 5 (DmC) release date revealed, ‘Kat’ artwork, info
16 hours ago
by Ryan Southard
in Video Games
Capcom has just given us the word that their latest installment of the Devil May Cry series (DmC), which is now in its fifth iteration, will be releasing on January 15th, 2013. Ninja Theory (Enslaved), as most of you know, have taken the reins. Hopefully they’ll be able to provide a fluid combat More >
Nintendo and Spike TV bring E3 2012 to you, the fans
18 hours ago
by Ryan Southard
in Video Games
In recent years, Nintendo has been streaming events to the world via its own channel, and this year you can expect to see even more coverage than ever before. They’ve set up their own website, which will be updated throughout E3 with videos and screenshots of their latest titles. Be sure to keep More >
Aliens: Colonial Marines trailer compensates for 2013 delay
19 hours ago
by Ryan Southard
in Video Games
Do you see the “outer door”? Imagine that what’s behind it is Aliens: Colonial Marines, the game. Now imagine that this door will not open until February 12th, 2013. Pretty harsh, “outer door”; I’m not sure I like your MO. There’s no word on exactly why the title was delayed, though a rogue band More >
Max Payne 3 comes out on top despite Diablo III hype
21 hours ago
Everyone I know is talking about Diablo III. Hardly anyone ever mentions Max Payne 3, so it was a shock to find out that Max Payne 3 did better in sales compared to Diablo III in the UK. Max Payne 3 has also outperformed Max Payne 2 ten to one.
I still have to check out Diablo III, but I have More >
Free Xbox 360 with new Windows machine
22 hours ago
The free Xbox 360 deal is back!!! It’s a deal that Microsoft did last year for students looking to buy a new desktop computer or laptop. If you missed it last year, now is your chance to get a free Xbox 360 with a purchase of a new computer. US retailers participating on this are Best Buy, More >
Ghost Recon: Future Soldier official song glorifies war
23 hours ago
Compton rapper Kendrick Lamar released his new official song for Ghost Recon: Future Soldier called “War Is My Love.” If you’re a hippie, I suggest you cover your ears because it’s definitely glorifying war. With lyrics like “A warning shot to let em know I’m serious”, “I’m ready for a war,” “I More >
New characters for PlayStation All-Star Battle Royale?
23 hours ago
Update: Cole MacGrath voice actor Eric Ladin has confirmed that Nolan North and David Hayter will be reprising their roles as Nathan Drake and Snake, respectively. But what about Kevin Butler?
Though not all of the cast has been revealed for this brawler game, PlayStation has announced and More >
Blood, bullets and bullet-time: Max Payne 3 Review
2 days ago
Written by guest writer Jia Wei
Max is finally back for the third iteration of the series, Max Payne 3. This time the developer reins have been handed over to Rockstar and everyone is asking: do they have what it takes to satisfy the fans of the originally Remedy Entertainment franchise or is More >
Diablo 3 review (normal/nightmare)
3 days ago
How do you follow up an act like Diablo II?
That is the question Blizzard had to find an answer to when working on the third title in the legendary franchise. There are expectations to meet, standards to adhere to, and the satisfaction of millions of fans to satiate. For a title that people have More >
A non-spoiled princess who isn’t being kidnapped? Atelier Meruru review
3 days ago
Atelier Meruru: The Apprentice of Arland follows Princess Mererulince Rede Arls, who has a tendency to act without ever thinking ahead. Her actions tend to lead her into getting lectured by Rufus Falken, who handles a lot of the kingdoms problems and issues. He’s the brightest person in Arls, as More >
If you hate My Little Pony, this Diablo III level is for you
3 days ago
There were fans who were disappointed with the way Diablo III was shaping up. These fans were complaining that the new game was more colorful and less dark than the previous games. Blizzard’s answer to that is to add a secret level called Whimsyshire, the land of rainbows, teddy bears, and pink More >
Cosplay Spotlight: Princess What’s-Her-Name gets all sexy and heroic
4 days ago
As a fan of Earthworm Jim, I always had a crush on Princess What’s-Her-Name. Hailing from Costa Rica, cosplayer Angela Bermúdez, aka TenshinoSekai, has done a fantastic job of capturing her look. She has made both the Earthworm Jim and Princess What’s-Her-Name outfits. Check out the gorgeous More >
Rayman Origins demo, Kirby’s Block Ball hit 3DS eShop today
4 days ago
by Ryan Southard
in Video Games
Rayman Origins, the excellent cartoonish platformer that launched late last year is making its way to the 3DS on June 5th. It’s been a long wait for 3DS owners, but given that the visuals will now be in 3D, it’ll definitely be worth the wait. The demo is available starting today, so download that More >
Listen to Darksiders II tracks from Jesper Kyd
4 days ago
Yes, I have a man-crush on Jesper Kyd. His music is simply astonishing, whether it’s from the Hitman series or the Assassin’s Creed series. He’s been busy working on the score for the upcoming THQ’s Darksiders II game. Kyd has recently released four tracks from the game for our listening pleasure. More >
New Tales asks if you would destroy the world for a girl
4 days ago
by Mark Marquez
in Video Games
Recently, we covered that there was to be a new Tales of game coming soon, and now we’re starting to get a little more information about it.
Hideo Baba spoke to Famitsu about the game, saying it is a core game in the franchise, not an offshoot of an existing game or any other side game. He also More >
SFxT patch fixes many issues, adds one more major one
5 days ago
by Michael Revis
in Video Games
Earlier today, Capcom finally managed to get around to implementing a patch for Street Fighter x Tekken that fixed a lot of glitches, while also addressing some crucial balances changes, such as the various infinites (nothing effecting gems though, which produce another set of game breaking More >
Dungeon Defenders gets third major expansion pack, ‘Aquanos’
5 days ago
by Ryan Southard
in Video Games
Dungeon Defenders, the online action-rpg, is getting its third DLC update for The Quest for the Lost Eternia Shards series. In it you’ll find many new things: a boss (the Johnny Depp fear-inducing Kraken), three missions, the “Riddle of the Deep” challenge mission, “Shipwreck Graveyard” pvp More >
Nintendo declares May 19th Kid Icarus: Uprising ‘Multiplayer Battle Day’
5 days ago
by Ryan Southard
in Video Games
Can they do that? They can create their own days? Not that I’m complaining. The arcades are mostly dead around here, and this could be a great substitute. Nintendo has even set up a website where users can create their own meetups so we’re not all just wandering around in public shouting, More >
Serious Sam hitting Xbox Live with a sledgehammer
5 days ago
by Michael Revis
in Video Games
Serious Sam 3 was good. Damn good. In fact, it was goddamn brilliant, what Duke Nukem Forever should have been. And apparently console gamers have been wanting in on the experience as well. Well, you guys are getting your wish, as Devolver Digital and Croteam announced that Serious Sam 3: BFE More >
Diablo III has Metacritic users unleashing hell
5 days ago
You can always count on Metacritic users to create a storm when they’re not pleased with how a certain game is. Mass Effect 3 was attacked by Metacritic users mainly for the ending and DLC content.
Next up we have Diablo III and its requirement for you to stay online to play the game, whether More >
Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance Mark of Mastery Edition announced
5 days ago
US Fans have something to cheer about with the first domestic Kingdom Hearts Limited Edition set. The “Mark of Mastery” edition will include a KH branded 3DS case, 12 art cards and 5 AR cards from more Dream Eaters (so 7 all together since when you pre-order you receive 2).
Kingdom Hearts Dream More >
Mark Hamill and Arleen Sorkin return as the Joker and Harley Quinn after Arkham City
5 days ago
Remember all the disappointed fans out there when Mark Hamill said that Batman: Arkham City was going to be his last time voicing the Joker?
He tweeted, “This will be my last, there’s no question about that. But it’s the last hurrah.”
With that tweet it looked like it was true, and fans started to More >
The Last of Us – The Truck Ambush trailer
6 days ago
by Ryan Southard
in Video Games
The Last of Us has a story that takes place in a world where it’s every man, woman, and child for themselves. The scene shown in this latest trailer is of Joel and Ellie being ambushed by a group of humans, one who pretends to be hurt. Whether they’re cannibals or just ruthless thieves, their More >
Interview with Jason Michael Paul – Zelda, ‘Play!’ concert series
6 days ago
So, you can’t go to E3 this year because it’s not open to the public? You may just have a great alternative in The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses tour, as it has a show on the second day of E3 (June 6th at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles). From what I’ve heard of it, the arrangements More >
Diablo 3 Launch: Hell Has Issues
6 days ago
We’ve been through much together Blizzard. The good times (vanilla WOW), and the bad (Mists of Panderia), and with every launch you have taken careful consideration on server traffic, game compatibility, and customer support. What happened!? One lay off and suddenly the biggest launch of this year More >
